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Talk therapy, couples counselling, stress and relationships — from our counsellors in Dubai Healthcare City.

A couple in a warm consultation room speaking with a counsellor during a couples therapy session in Dubai
Counseling

Couples Counselling in Dubai: When to Seek Support and What to Expect

Is couples counselling only for relationships in crisis? A UK-trained counsellor in Dubai explains when to seek support, what happens in sessions, and what to expect.

July 24, 20265 min readMs. Fariha Khan
A woman speaking with a counsellor about pregnancy loss at Health Call Clinic Dubai
Counselling

Coping with Pregnancy Loss and Miscarriage: When Can Counselling Help?

Counselling in Dubai for miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, stillbirth and termination for medical reasons — when therapy can help.

July 13, 20265 min readMs. Fariha Khan
Counsellor meeting with a patient before bariatric surgery at Health Call Clinic Dubai
Counselling

Do I need a psychological assessment before bariatric surgery in Dubai?

Why bariatric surgery programmes in Dubai recommend a psychological assessment, what it involves, and how it supports long-term results.

July 13, 20264 min readMs. Fariha Khan
A family carer in a confidential counselling session at Health Call Clinic Dubai
Psychiatry & Counselling

Supporting the Carer No One Talks About

Confidential counselling in Dubai for family members caring for a loved one with OCD, psychosis, schizophrenia or borderline personality disorder.

July 9, 20265 min readMs. Fariha Khan
A patient having a consultation with a psychologist in a modern Dubai therapy office
Psychiatry & Counselling

How to Choose a Therapist or Psychologist in Dubai: A Patient's Checklist

Find the best psychologist or therapist in Dubai: a patient checklist covering credentials, therapy styles and clinic reputation.

July 6, 20267 min readMs. Fariha Khan
Teenage girl in a counselling session with a warm female therapist
Psychiatry & Counselling

Teen Mental Health in Dubai: A Parent's Guide to Warning Signs & Support

A practical guide for parents in Dubai on adolescent mental health — warning signs, common conditions, when to seek counselling, and how to talk to your teen.

April 28, 20269 min readMs. Fariha Khan
Counselling session for a bariatric surgery patient at Health Call Clinic, Dubai Healthcare City
Psychiatry & Counselling

Psychological Support for Bariatric Surgery in Dubai: Why Mental Readiness is the Key to Long-Term Success

Pre- and post-bariatric surgery counselling in Dubai Healthcare City. CBT, psychological assessment and long-term support with Ms Fariha Khan.

November 13, 20257 min readMs. Fariha Khan
Adult sitting on a sofa looking pensive with a hand on chest, reflecting subtle anxiety
Psychiatry & Counselling

Stress vs. Anxiety: What's the Difference and When Should You Seek Help?

Stress vs. anxiety in Dubai: the clear differences, where they overlap, and when to seek counselling or psychiatric help. By Ms Fariha Khan.

March 25, 20258 min readMs. Fariha Khan
Multicultural professionals in a Dubai office engaged in an empathetic discussion
Psychiatry & Counselling

The Importance of Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace and Ways to Enhance It

Why emotional intelligence predicts workplace success — plus 7 research-backed ways to develop EI in Dubai's multicultural workplace. By Ms Fariha Khan.

July 12, 20248 min readMs. Fariha Khan
Family caregivers in a compassionate counselling session in Dubai
Psychiatry & Counselling

Dealing With Mental Disorder Within the Family: A Caregiver's Guide

How families in Dubai can cope with a loved one's serious mental illness — caregiver burnout, coping strategies and where to find professional support.

June 22, 20246 min readMs. Fariha Khan