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Top 9 Psychiatrists in Amman 2026

If you are searching for the best psychiatrists in Amman, this page lists nine psychiatrists drawn from the 29 profiles on ClinicsJo for the capital. They are ordered by how complete and checkable their published information is, not by treatment quality. Compare qualifications, services, clinic areas and confirmed hours, then contact the clinic through its profile to confirm the details that matter to you.

9 of 29 doctors on ClinicsJoUpdated 13 October 2026How we chose

At a glance

#DoctorAreaSuitsProfile score
1Al Montaser Bashir Al HyariKhaldaKhalda-area patients seeking assessment, OCD or addiction follow-up, or family consultations40/100
2Ahmad Al Dabbas3rd CircleMedication review for mood, anxiety or bipolar disorder; remote consultations available40/100
3Saif Dawod Alrashid4th CircleAdults wanting a second opinion, addiction care or English-language consultations40/100
4Shatha Abu HamdaShmeisaniFamilies seeking a female psychiatrist for child, adolescent or adult care40/100
5Mohammad Nimer SawalhaJabal AmmanEvening appointments; combining medication with CBT, family or anger-management work40/100
6Nesrin Mohammad Al DabbasDabouqFemale psychiatrist in Dabouq; medication follow-up with in-clinic psychotherapy coordination40/100
7Mikhled Khalaf Al BalawnehJabal AmmanTherapy-focused care, phobias, addiction or family counselling; remote option available40/100
8Ahmad Al SalemGardensFamilies needing care across ages, from children to older adults40/100
9Moussa Mohammad Hassan3rd CirclePeople needing psychiatric reports, couples sessions or remote consultations40/100

  1. 1Al Montaser Bashir Al Hyari

    Dr. Al Montaser Bashir Al Hyari practises at Hope Mental Health Clinic in Khalda. He graduated in medicine and surgery from the University of Jordan in 2012 and holds the Jordanian and Arab Boards in Psychiatry, which his biography dates to 2020. His profile lists earlier roles heading mental health and outpatient departments and coordinating education at the National Center for Mental Health, as well as refugee mental-health consultancy at Azraq Camp. His published services cover psychiatric assessment and diagnosis, depression, anxiety and OCD care, addiction assessment and follow-up, and individual and family consultations. He has also completed dialectical behaviour therapy skills training. Confirmed hours are Saturday to Wednesday 09:00–17:00 and Thursday 09:00–13:00.

    Suits: Khalda-area patients seeking assessment, OCD or addiction follow-up, or family consultations

  2. 2Ahmad Al Dabbas

    Dr. Ahmad Al Dabbas works with Dabbas Psychiatry Clinics on Al Khaldi Street in the 3rd Circle area. He graduated in medicine and surgery from Mutah University in 2014 and completed psychiatry specialty training at Al Rashid Hospital. He holds the Jordanian Board in Psychiatry and Membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych). His published services centre on assessment, diagnosis and medication management, with follow-up for depression, anxiety, OCD and bipolar disorder. His biography also mentions adult attention difficulties. Remote consultations are listed, and psychological therapy is coordinated with the clinic's own psychotherapy team when needed. Confirmed hours are Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday and Wednesday 10:00–17:00, and Thursday 10:00–14:00.

    Suits: Medication review for mood, anxiety or bipolar disorder; remote consultations available

  3. 3Saif Dawod Alrashid

    Dr. Saif Dawod Alrashid runs his own psychiatry clinic on Princess Basmah Street in the 4th Circle area. He works with adults, and his profile lists addiction treatment as a sub-specialty. He studied medicine at RCSI Medical University of Bahrain, trained in psychiatry at Al Rasheed Hospital and completed advanced training in general adult and addiction psychiatry in the United Kingdom. He holds MRCPsych membership. His services include initial assessment, medication management, follow-up, psychiatric medical reports, second opinions and remote consultations, offered in Arabic and English. His biography lists post-traumatic stress, ADHD, sleep and eating disorders, and occupational burnout alongside mood, anxiety and addiction-related conditions. Hours are Saturday 11:00–19:00 and Sunday to Thursday 10:00–18:00.

    Suits: Adults wanting a second opinion, addiction care or English-language consultations

  4. 4Shatha Abu Hamda

    Dr. Shatha Abu Hamda is a consultant in psychiatry and addiction treatment at Specialized Psychiatry Clinics in Shmeisani. Her profile lists child psychiatry and addiction treatment as sub-specialties, and she sees children, adolescents and adults. She graduated in medicine and surgery from the University of Baghdad in 1995 and holds the Jordanian Board in Psychiatry. Her biography mentions experience at Jordan's National Centre for Mental Health and at clinical institutions in Saudi Arabia, including leading a psychiatric unit in Taif and working at an early disability diagnosis centre. Her services include assessment of childhood emotional and behavioural difficulties, depression, anxiety and OCD care, and addiction follow-up. Hours are Saturday 11:00–18:00, Sunday to Wednesday 11:30–18:00 and Thursday 11:30–14:00.

    Suits: Families seeking a female psychiatrist for child, adolescent or adult care

  5. 5Mohammad Nimer Sawalha

    Dr. Mohammad Nimer Sawalha is a psychiatry and addiction specialist at Well Life Mental Health Center in Jabal Amman. He earned his medical degree from Jordan University of Science and Technology and holds the Jordanian Board in Psychiatry. His biography lists experience at the University of Jordan Hospital, Al Rashid Hospital and in Qatar, including emergency medicine at Hamad Hospital. It also mentions work at Al Khalidi Hospital and internal medicine training in the Royal Medical Services. His published services combine medication management with cognitive behavioural, behavioural and analytical therapy, anger-management support, family and marital counselling, and addiction assessment and follow-up. The centre's confirmed hours are Saturday to Thursday 10:00–21:00.

    Suits: Evening appointments; combining medication with CBT, family or anger-management work

  6. 6Nesrin Mohammad Al Dabbas

    Dr. Nesrin Mohammad Al Dabbas is a consultant psychiatrist who leads a multidisciplinary clinic in Dabouq. She studied medicine at Jordan University of Science and Technology and trained in psychiatry at King Abdullah University Hospital and Al Rashid Hospital, where her biography notes she served as chief resident. She holds the Jordanian Board in Psychiatry and an MSc in Psychiatry from Cardiff University. Her care covers assessment, diagnosis and medication follow-up for depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, psychosis and addiction, with referral to the clinic's psychotherapy team when appropriate. Confirmed hours are Saturday, Sunday and Tuesday 10:00–18:00, Wednesday 10:00–16:00 and Thursday 10:00–13:30.

    Suits: Female psychiatrist in Dabouq; medication follow-up with in-clinic psychotherapy coordination

  7. 7Mikhled Khalaf Al Balawneh

    Dr. Mikhled Khalaf Al Balawneh is a consultant in psychiatry and addiction treatment at Al Shatl Medical Complex on Al Khaldi Street, listed under Jabal Amman. He graduated in medicine and surgery from the University of Kufa in 2002 and holds the Jordanian Board in Psychiatry. His biography lists experience with the Royal Medical Services and the National Centre for Mental Health, and clinical work in Saudi Arabia. His published services include assessment and diagnosis, psychotherapy, cognitive behavioural and behavioural therapy, family and marital counselling, addiction follow-up and remote consultations. His assessment scope also covers specific phobias, autism spectrum conditions and intellectual disability. Hours are Saturday to Wednesday 11:30–16:00 and Thursday 11:30–14:00.

    Suits: Therapy-focused care, phobias, addiction or family counselling; remote option available

  8. 8Ahmad Al Salem

    Dr. Ahmad Al Salem practises at his own psychiatry clinic in the Gardens area. He graduated in medicine and surgery from Jordan University of Science and Technology in 2009 and completed psychiatry residency from 2011 to 2015. He obtained the Jordanian Board in Psychiatry in 2015 and the Arab Board in 2016, and his background also includes mental health education. His published services span assessment and diagnosis; depression, OCD and bipolar disorder care; psychotherapy; family and marital counselling; assessment of childhood emotional and behavioural difficulties; mental health assessment for older adults; and remote consultations. Hours vary by day: Saturday 10:00–16:00, Monday and Thursday 15:00–19:00, and Tuesday and Wednesday 12:00–19:00.

    Suits: Families needing care across ages, from children to older adults

  9. 9Moussa Mohammad Hassan

    Dr. Moussa Mohammad Hassan is a senior consultant psychiatrist at his clinic on Al Khaldi Street in the 3rd Circle area. He earned his medical degree from the Free University of Brussels and holds the Jordanian Board in Psychiatry. His biography says he has worked as a senior consultant since 1999 and previously led a unit at the National Center for Mental Health. It also describes teaching, training psychiatry and family medicine doctors, and forensic and rehabilitation work. His services include psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, consultations, psychiatric medical reports, psychotherapy, couples psychotherapy sessions and remote consultations. Confirmed hours are Saturday to Wednesday 11:00–16:00 and Thursday 11:00–14:00.

    Suits: People needing psychiatric reports, couples sessions or remote consultations

This shortlist covers 9 of the 29 matching doctors on ClinicsJo. Browse the full list and filter it.

How we chose this list

Every matching doctor profile in this area was scored out of 100 for how complete and checkable its published information is, and the highest scores appear here in order. Featured placement does not change a profile's score, and the score does not measure treatment quality or outcomes — it tells you how much you can check before you call.

  • Profile verified by the platform15
  • Approved reviews (number and average)20
  • Published years of experience (up to 25)15
  • Published qualifications10
  • Written professional biography8
  • Profile photo5
  • Published services8
  • Listed insurers7
  • Confirmed opening hours6
  • Published consultation fee3
  • Map location3

Ties are broken by the number of approved reviews, then published years of experience. Confirm the service, branch, appointment, fees and insurance coverage with the practice before visiting.

When do you need a psychiatrist?

A psychiatrist is a medical doctor who diagnoses and treats mental health and mood conditions. These range from depression and anxiety to bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), psychosis and addiction. Because psychiatrists are physicians, they can assess physical factors that may affect mood, prescribe and review medication, and coordinate talking therapies, either delivering them or referring you on.

Common reasons to book an appointment include:

  • Low mood, loss of interest or hopelessness lasting more than two weeks
  • Repeated panic attacks, or constant worry that limits what you do
  • Long-term difficulty sleeping
  • Intrusive, distressing thoughts or compulsive rituals that are hard to stop
  • Struggling to keep up with work, study, family life or self-care
  • Alcohol, drug or medication use that feels out of control
  • Sudden changes in behaviour, energy or thinking that worry you or the people close to you

You do not need to be sure what is wrong before you book. Working that out is the purpose of a psychiatric assessment.

When it cannot wait

Some situations need emergency help, not a clinic appointment. Call 911 or go to the nearest hospital emergency department if you or someone else:

  • Has thoughts of suicide or self-harm with a plan or intent, or has already self-harmed
  • Is at risk of harming another person
  • Hears or sees things others do not and is frightened, confused or unsafe
  • Is severely agitated, unresponsive or disoriented, or may have taken an overdose
  • Shows signs of dangerous alcohol or drug withdrawal, such as seizures or severe confusion

If someone is in immediate danger, stay with them and remove anything they could use to hurt themselves while help is on the way.

How to choose among the doctors here

People searching for the best psychiatrists in Amman usually want someone suited to their own situation, not a single "top" name. These practical questions can help you narrow the list:

  • Who needs care? Two profiles here list work with children: Dr. Shatha Abu Hamda, who has child psychiatry as a sub-specialty, and Dr. Ahmad Al Salem. Dr. Al Salem also lists mental health assessment for older adults. Dr. Saif Dawod Alrashid describes an adult practice.
  • What kind of help do you want? Some profiles focus on assessment and medication review. Others also list psychotherapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, or family and couples work. Several clinics coordinate therapy through an in-house team.
  • Addiction concerns. Several profiles list addiction treatment as a sub-specialty or publish addiction assessment and follow-up. Ask how follow-up is arranged and whether family members can be involved.
  • Language and gender. If either matters to you, check the profile and ask the clinic. One profile states consultations in Arabic and English. Two of the listed psychiatrists are women.
  • Hours and location. Opening times differ a lot. Some clinics close early on Thursdays, and one centre is open until 21:00 most days. Pick a clinic you can realistically reach for repeat visits, because psychiatric care usually involves follow-up.
  • Remote options. Several profiles list remote psychiatric consultations. These can help with follow-up, but a first assessment in person may be more suitable for some people. Ask the clinic.
  • Reports. If you need a psychiatric medical report for work, study or legal purposes, look for profiles that publish this service and ask about timing.

Remember that the list order reflects how complete each profile is. It is not a measure of skill or outcomes.

What to expect at the first visit

A first psychiatric appointment is usually a longer conversation. The psychiatrist will ask about your current symptoms, how long they have lasted and how they affect daily life. Expect questions about sleep, appetite, energy, alcohol or substance use, physical health, family history and any past treatment. You may also be asked directly about thoughts of self-harm. This is routine and helps keep you safe.

What to bring

  • A list of all current medicines and supplements, with doses as written on the packets
  • Any previous psychiatric reports, discharge summaries or recent blood test results
  • A short written timeline of your symptoms and any events that seem linked
  • Your national ID or passport, plus your insurance card if you plan to use it
  • For a child's appointment: school reports or teacher comments, if available

Questions worth asking

  • What do you think is going on, and what else could explain it?
  • What are the treatment options, including non-medication approaches?
  • If medication is suggested, what side effects should I watch for, and when will we review it?
  • How often will follow-up be needed, and can some visits be remote?
  • Who do I contact if things get worse between appointments?

You may bring a trusted family member or friend if that helps. You can also ask to speak to the doctor alone for part of the visit. Never stop or change prescribed medication without medical advice.

Insurance, fees and booking: what to ask before the appointment

Call the clinic through its ClinicsJo profile before you go, and confirm:

  • The fee for a first assessment and for follow-up visits, and whether remote sessions cost the same
  • Whether your insurer covers psychiatric consultations, and whether you need pre-approval or a referral
  • How long the first appointment lasts
  • Whether therapy sessions with the clinic's team are booked and paid for separately
  • The cancellation policy, and how to reach the clinic about prescription renewals

Mental health cover varies between insurance policies, so it is worth checking with your insurer as well as with the clinic.

Getting there

Amman's psychiatric clinics are spread across the city. The doctors on this page include clinics in Khalda, Shmeisani, Gardens and Dabouq, and several more on central streets listed on their profiles. Use the map location on each profile to plan your route, and allow extra time at rush hour. Ask the clinic about parking and which floor or entrance to use.

Amman's major hospitals, including Jordan University Hospital, King Hussein Medical Center, Al-Bashir Hospital, Specialty Hospital and Istishari Hospital, have emergency departments. In a mental health emergency, go to the nearest emergency department or call 911.

Checklist before you book

  • Decide what you need most: assessment, medication review, therapy, addiction support or a report
  • Check whether the doctor's published services match that need and the patient's age group
  • Confirm the clinic's hours for the day you plan to visit, especially Thursdays
  • Ask about the consultation fee and insurance coverage
  • Ask whether remote follow-up is possible if travel is difficult
  • Prepare your medication list, previous reports and symptom timeline
  • Save 911 for emergencies and know where your nearest emergency department is

Frequently asked questions

How was this list of psychiatrists in Amman chosen?
The nine psychiatrists come from 29 ClinicsJo profiles for Amman. They are ordered by a 100-point score for how complete and checkable each profile is. The score covers qualifications, biography, services, hours, photo, map location and similar details. Featured profiles, if any, appear first with a badge. The order does not measure treatment quality or outcomes.
What is the difference between a psychiatrist and a psychologist?
A psychiatrist is a medical doctor who can diagnose mental health conditions, order tests and prescribe medication. A psychologist usually provides assessment and talking therapies but does not prescribe. Many people benefit from both, and several clinics on this page coordinate psychiatric care with an in-house psychotherapy team. Ask the clinic how the two services work together.
Are there psychiatrists in Amman who see children?
On this page, Dr. Shatha Abu Hamda lists child psychiatry as a sub-specialty and sees children, adolescents and adults. Dr. Ahmad Al Salem lists assessment of childhood emotional and behavioural difficulties. Call the clinic first to check the age range they see and what to bring, such as school reports. Some clinics may also ask both parents or guardians to attend.
Can I have a psychiatric consultation online?
Several profiles on this page list remote psychiatric consultations, including those of Dr. Ahmad Al Dabbas, Dr. Saif Dawod Alrashid, Dr. Mikhled Khalaf Al Balawneh, Dr. Ahmad Al Salem and Dr. Moussa Mohammad Hassan. Remote sessions can be convenient for follow-up. Ask whether the clinic recommends an in-person first assessment and how prescriptions are handled after an online visit.
Do I need a referral to see a psychiatrist in Jordan?
Many private psychiatry clinics in Amman accept direct bookings. However, your insurance policy may require a referral or pre-approval before it covers the visit. Check with your insurer and with the clinic before the appointment. If you already see a family doctor, a short referral letter that summarises your history and medicines can still help the psychiatrist.
What should I do in a mental health emergency in Amman?
If someone has thoughts of suicide with a plan, has self-harmed, may have overdosed, or is a danger to themselves or others, call 911 or go to the nearest hospital emergency department straight away. Do not wait for a clinic appointment. Stay with the person if it is safe to do so, and remove anything they could use to harm themselves.
How do I find the best psychiatrists in Amman for my needs?
Start with what you need: assessment, medication review, therapy, addiction support, child care or a report. Then compare each doctor's published services, clinic area and hours on this page. Call the clinic to confirm fees, insurance and language. A good fit also depends on feeling able to talk openly, so it is reasonable to change doctors if the first one does not suit you.

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This page helps you compare published profiles; it is not medical advice and does not rank clinical skill. In an emergency call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.