Ghita El Khayat, (altern. translit. Rita), (b. 1944, Rabat, Morocco) is Moroccan psychiatrist, anthro-psychoanalyst, writer, and anthropologist. In Rabat, she enjoyed the opportunity to attend modern schools, culminating in her graduation from Medical School. During her studies she was also active as Radio speaker, TV and Cinema artist.She is author of more than 350 articles and 30 books.