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Dr. Amira Yehia
Dr. Yehia is also committed to community awareness and stigma reduction. She believes that building mental health literacy from a young age can empower families and communities to recognize early signs of distress and seek timely help. She often provides workshops and talks for parents, educators, and professionals on youth mental health, behavioral disorders, and building emotional resilience in children.
Child and adolescent psychiatrist Dr. Amira Yehia brings over a decade of specialized experience in supporting young people and their families through complex emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges. At AlmaCare, she plays a vital role in providing compassionate, evidence-based care to children and teenagers facing a wide range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, and trauma. As a highly regarded child and adolescent psychiatrist, Dr. Amira Yehia offers comprehensive psychiatric assessments, individualized treatment planning, and ongoing medication management when necessary. Her approach is child-centered and holistic, combining medical expertise with a deep understanding of family systems, school dynamics, and the social factors that influence a young person’s wellbeing. Dr. Amira Yehia’s role extends far beyond diagnosis—she becomes a consistent ally for families during some of the most vulnerable stages of their children’s lives. Her unwavering dedication to holistic mental healthcare, combined with her deep clinical experience, makes her an invaluable part of AlmaCare’s mission to provide specialized and supportive mental health services to children and adolescents across the region.
Dr. Amira Yehia is especially passionate about early intervention and supporting families of children with developmental delays or special needs. She guides parents through the diagnostic process with empathy and clarity, helping them make informed decisions about therapies, educational accommodations, and long-term support. Her work includes collaboration with schools, therapists, and educational specialists to ensure that each child receives consistent care across environments. Her strength lies not only in clinical knowledge, but in her ability to connect meaningfully with her young patients. Dr. Yehia is known for her calming presence, her ability to build trust with children and adolescents, and her sensitivity to the concerns of caregivers. Whether working with a young child struggling to manage emotional regulation or a teenager navigating academic pressure and identity development, she provides steady, supportive guidance.
Comprehensive Assessment
Collaborative Goal Setting
Personalized Care Plan
Therapeutic Engagement
Progress Monitoring & Adjustment
In her role at AlmaCare’s multidisciplinary mental health team, Dr. Yehia collaborates closely with psychologists, therapists, occupational and speech therapists, and school counselors to create a unified treatment plan tailored to the child’s needs. This team-based model ensures families receive well-rounded care and seamless communication between all parties involved in the child’s progress. As a child and adolescent psychiatrist, Dr. Amira Yehia also takes an active role in school-based mental health interventions. She works with teachers, administrators, and learning support staff to help them understand a child’s emotional and cognitive profile, offering practical strategies to improve classroom behavior, focus, and learning outcomes. Her insight bridges the gap between clinical settings and educational environments, improving outcomes across both home and school life.
