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Welcome to ClearMinds Psychotherapy Center

ClearMinds is a Dubai-based psychology counseling and assessment center committed to deeply engaging with clients and their families. Our approach is rooted in empathy and understanding, focusing on being an integral part of each client's journey towards growth and transformation. We take pride in witnessing the progressive happiness and strengthening of our clients and their families. Our core belief is that with appropriate support, everyone can achieve happiness and lead a fulfilling life.

THE PROCESS

Professionals like psychologists, psychotherapists, counselors, and therapists are often perceived similarly, yet each brings a unique approach to enhancing your life. Our team, consisting of top psychologists and counselors in Dubai, is dedicated to improving the quality of life for our clients by addressing a range of issues, including relationship dynamics, personal challenges, and mental health concerns.

Embarking on Your Journey to Healing

Seeking therapy or counseling, whether in Dubai or elsewhere, can initially seem overwhelming. At our esteemed psychology center in Dubai, we are committed to making this experience less intimidating and more empowering. Our team is here to address all your questions and guide you toward enhanced well-being, happiness, and resilience.

Collaborative and Empathetic Approach to Therapy

In sessions with our psychologists, clients explore the roots of complex emotions like anxiety, stress, pain, resentment, and frustration. We work together to set therapeutic goals and develop a strategy for positive, lasting change. As the therapeutic relationship deepens, more profound issues are uncovered and addressed, moving beyond mere symptom management.

Empowering You for Lasting Change

The ultimate goal of psychotherapy is to enable clients to manage and resolve their issues independently, making continued therapy unnecessary. This journey requires a collaborative effort between you and your therapist to uncover the core reasons behind your challenges and to create practical, effective solutions.

Your Sanctuary for Growth and Healing

As a licensed and accredited psychology center in Dubai, we are devoted to offering comprehensive assessment and therapy services in a supportive and caring atmosphere. Our focus is on nurturing your journey towards healing and personal growth, guiding you towards a life that is both more satisfying and balanced.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Psychologist?

The term psychologist is often used interchangeably with psychotherapist, counselor, and therapist to describe a mental health professional working with clients to improve the quality of their lives, including their relationships, personal issues, and mental health issues.

You may hear about people going to therapy or counselling in Dubai or elsewhere, but for many, it can be scary to visit a mental health professional for the first time. The good news is that it does not have to be. Let us answer all your questions about our counselling and therapy, and how our team of the best psychologists can help you feel better, happier, and stronger.

Working With a Psychologist

When working with a psychologist, a person is helped to uncover the source of their anxiety, stress, pain, resentment, frustration, etc. The psychologist helps the person determine the goals they wish to achieve through the course of counselling and helps them set in motion a plan to create and maintain positive change in their lives. As the therapeutic relationship between the person and the therapist grows, core issues will come into focus, helping the person resolve, rather than put a Band-Aid on their symptoms.

Goal of Therapy

The overarching goal of psychotherapy is for the client to be able to cope with and resolve their struggles on their own, so they no longer need therapy. In order to reach this goal, both the client and therapist must work together to uncover the root of the issues and come up with realistic solutions that can be put into practice.

As a recognized center for providing assessment and therapy services, we extend our expertise to provide our clients compassionate support and treatment in a welcoming and nurturing environment.

What happens when you see a therapist?

Don’t be nervous, be informed!

If you're considering counseling in Dubai and it's your first time, you might be filled with various questions, thoughts, and even misconceptions about what the sessions entail and what is expected from you. It's important to understand that in these sessions, the therapist primarily functions as a guide. They facilitate a space where you can freely express your thoughts and feelings. Expect the therapist to ask questions and encourage you to speak openly, which helps in delving deeper into your concerns.

A therapist is there to provide a non-judgmental ear, aiding you in addressing and resolving emotional issues. Their role is to assist you in developing an understanding of your feelings of sadness, anxiety, frustration, and more. The insights you gain through the therapist's guidance can be pivotal in making positive changes and finding resolutions to the challenges you face.

Confidentiality is a key aspect of our therapy sessions; rest assured that what is discussed in the therapy room stays there, barring any immediate safety threats. Typically, our therapists schedule 50-minute sessions with clients, usually on a regular basis. Most commonly, these sessions are weekly, but they can also be arranged bi-weekly or monthly depending on your needs.

What issues can psychotherapy help me with?

At ClearMinds Psychotherapy Center, our therapists are dedicated to assisting clients with a diverse range of challenges. We offer support for enhancing self-esteem, navigating the complexities of depression, and managing both episodic and ongoing anxiety. Our expertise extends to addressing 'undiagnosable' but impactful concerns, including relationship stress, marital conflicts, difficulties in dating, trust and commitment issues, financial strains, and the emotional journey through breakups, separation, and divorce.

Additionally, our therapists are specialized in treating profound issues such as alcohol and drug addiction, trauma, and eating disorders. With a deep understanding of the human psyche, our counselors are equipped to help individuals seeking positive life changes, healing from past wounds, and gaining insight into the underlying causes of their experiences. Our commitment at ClearMinds is to guide each client towards a path of personal growth and lasting well-being.

Psychologists help children, teens, and adults:

Gain a deeper understanding of their own identity.
Cultivate a sense of comfort and pride in their true selves.
Master the skill of recognizing their emotions.
Acquire the ability to express emotions in healthy and constructive ways.
Develop strategies to effectively manage challenging emotions.
Build and sustain nourishing relationships.
Discover what truly brings them joy and fulfillment.
Enhance communication skills with family members, friends, and colleagues, fostering stronger connections and understanding.

Experienced psychologists in Dubai whom you can trust

At ClearMinds, we're well aware of the common worry about being judged when you're opening up about your personal thoughts and experiences. That's why we've created a safe and inviting space where people of all ages can speak their minds openly and honestly, free from the fear of judgment. Our team, with their deep understanding of the human psyche and top-tier training from the United States, Europe, and South Africa, is perfectly equipped to help anyone facing life's challenges, seeking self-discovery, or striving to reach their full potential. We're committed to providing a nurturing environment that supports healing and positive transformation. Here, our therapists understand that everyone's behaviors and emotions are uniquely shaped by their life experiences. They don't judge; instead, they respect and admire the resilience our clients show in overcoming their challenges.

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Testimonials

“In a short period of time, my teenage son seems happier and more at ease. We tried many therapists before, but he never saw the point of seeing them. But with Nayla, things are different. When he walks through the door after seeing her, he seems lighter somehow, less burdened. The whole house can feel it. Our relationship has become smoother and more loving during a very turbulent time in his life.”

Mother of Teenage Client

“We came to see Dr Nayla after 8 months struggling with our son’s tics, anxiety, and nightmares. Dr Nayla helped us understand him and how to deal with his tantrums and fears. She is still working with us on building his internal sense of safety and confidence. She is teaching us many techniques that, to our surprise, are working. It turned out every single piece of advice she gave us brought us one step closer to relieving my son’s anxiety. After even a few weeks of seeing Dr. Nayla I can say that our family became peaceful again."

Mother of Young Client

“I can highly recommend Nayla as specialized psychologist for kids. She has been supporting my 11 years old child navigate through the divorce by supporting him understanding better his emotions. Nayla clearly demonstrated a strong knowledge and method with kids.”

Mother of Client

“The feel at ClearMinds is cozy and warm; it feels as though I am sitting in my own living room.”

Client

“My experience at ClearMinds was one of non-judgement, offering clarity to my thinking, helping me understand my feelings and guiding me towards a general sense of well-being.”

Client

PSYCHOTHERAPY

For Adults

Do you ever wish your life was more fulfilling? Do you ever feel too overwhelmed to deal with issues you’re facing? If so, you aren't alone. Even though not often openly discussed, mental health concerns such as anxiety and depression are extremely common. If you are experiencing significant anxiety or debilitating sadness, therapy can help you.

Struggles that therapy can help with:

Insight-Oriented Psychotherapy | Attachment-based Psychotherapy | Psychodynamic Psychotherapy | Existential Psychotherapy | Narrative Psychotherapy

Types of Therapy Used:

Anxiety

Depression

For Children

Many times, children face emotional, behavioral or academic struggles that can be tough for parents to understand or help with. A child behavior specialist can help parents understand if these challenges are a normal part of growing up or if they are more serious, requiring direct interventions from a child psychologist.

Benefits of Consulting with a Child Psychologist

Our team has one of the best child psychologists trained in play therapy. She helps children struggling with:

Play Therapy

For Teens

Teenagers may experience several challenges in their lives. For example, they may have difficulties with their parents, difficulties with their friends, troubles at home, academic difficulties.

It is not always easy for them to put in words what is bothering them. It may be because they don't really understand how they feel or they don't even know why they feel the way they do. Because children and teens may not be aware, they can act out with behavioral problems or other symptoms.

In therapy, teenagers can find a safe place to talk, in confidence, about their worries, insecurities, and struggles. Even though many teenagers are initially resistant or hesitant to coming to therapy, after experiencing that the therapy room is a non-judgmental and private space for them to be themselves, they end up wanting to come frequently.

Struggles dealt with:

For Parents

Knowing whether or not your child or teen needs therapy can be a tough question for many parents. This is a question that plagues many parents. To answer it, you can objectively assess your child's needs.

First- Identify an area of concern, such as:
Fears | Anxiety | Bedwetting | Self-esteem issues | School problems | Bullying | Extreme Perfectionism | Shyness | Aggressive behavior | Inattentiveness | Sadness | Nightmares | Sexualized behaviors

Second- Ask yourself the following questions:

- How often does the behavior of concern occur?
Several times a month | Once a week | Several times a week | Daily

- How long does this behavior last once it has started?
10 to 20 min | 20 to 60 min | More than an hour | On and off all day | Nonstop

- Do others the same age act this way?

- What will happen to my child if my child doesn't receive help?

Many times, children grow out of difficulties on their own, either over days, weeks, or maybe months. Other times, though, these difficulties can turn into larger problems and impact how others see the child and impact how the child feels about and sees himself/herself.

For Example:
A child may have difficulty controlling his anger and expressing his feelings when he is in a new setting, such as a new classroom or with a new teacher or new school. This behavior may improve after a week or so as the child adjusts to the new environment. However, the behavior may also develop into something bigger and may not improve on its own. The child may develop reputation for being a troublemaker. His behavior may affect his ability to make and keep friends. Ultimately, the initial problem may make him feel worthless and unlikable.

In parent training sessions, our child psychologist will work alone with parents to help them:
- Understand and manage their children’s behavior
- Learn strategies to support their children through life or family circumstances
- Learn ways implement discipline and structure in the home.
These sessions are based on positive parenting and attachment parenting frameworks.

When Do Parents need Help from a Psychologist?

What Happens in Parent Training Sessions?

PSYCHOTHERAPY

FOR ADULTS

Types of Therapy Used:

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)
Insight-Oriented Psychotherapy
Attachment-based Psychotherapy
Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy

Struggles that therapy can help with:

Anxiety and Persistent Worry
Anger
Alcohol and Substance Abuse/Addiction
Body Image and Self Esteem Problems
Depression, Sadness, or General Unhappiness
Eating Disorders
Grief, Loss, & Bereavement
General Life Dissatisfaction
Low Self Esteem & Self Confidence
Marital, Romantic, and Peer Relationship Problems
Self-Harm Behaviors
Sexual Addiction
Suicidal Thoughts
Social Difficulties
Stress Related Problems
Trauma

FOR CHILDREN

Benefits of Consulting with a Child Psychologist

Play is a child’s language and is the natural medium through which children express themselves and communicate. Because children do not usually have the language and cognitive skills to effectively communicate their emotions and experiences, play therapy is used to help them communicate.

The play therapy room at ClearMinds is fully equipped with carefully selected toys to allow the child to “talk” to the therapist through toys and stories. In the therapy room, a safe and free space is created for children to explore their fears, pain, and experiences.

Through play, children gain self- confidence, learn coping skills to manage their feelings and control their behavior, and develop their own ways of solving their problems. Our team has one of the best child psychologists trained in play therapy. She helps children with anxiety, behavioral problems, parent child relationship problems, school struggles and other difficulties.

Our team has one of the best child psychologists trained in play therapy. to learn more about play therapy click here.

She helps children struggling with:

Types of Therapy Used:

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)
Psychodynamic Play Therapy
Child-Centered Play Therapy
Structured/Directive Play Therapy
Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)
Attachment-Based Parent Training

FOR TEENS

In therapy, teenagers can find a safe place to talk, in confidence, about their worries, insecurities, and struggles. Even though many teenagers are initially resistant or hesitant to coming to therapy, after experiencing that the therapy room is a non-judgmental and private space for them to be themselves, they end up wanting to come frequently.

Struggles dealt with:

Anxiety and Persistent Worry
Attention Problems
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Anger and Aggression
Abuse
Body Image and Self Esteem Problems
Behavioral Problems
Bullying
Depression, Sadness, or General Unhappiness
Grief, Loss, & Bereavement
Parent-Child Relationship Problems
Separation Anxiety
School Refusal
Self Harm
Suicidal Thoughts
Social Difficulties
Stress Related Problems
Trauma

FOR PARENTS

Knowing whether or not your child or teen needs therapy can be a tough question for many parents. This is a question that plagues many parents. To answer it, you can objectively assess your child's needs.

First- Identify an area of concern, such as:

Fears
Anxiety
Bedwetting
Self esteem issues
Relationship problems with family, teachers, peers
School problems
Behavior problems
Teasing, bullying, rejection
Extreme Perfectionism
Shyness
Aggressive behavior
Inattentiveness
Grief
Depression
Nightmares
Fear of separating from parents
Fear of dying
Sexualized behaviors

Second- After you've identified an area of concern, ask yourself the following questions:

How often does the behavior of concern occur?

Once in a while
Several times a month
Once a week
Several times a week
Daily

How long does this behavior last once it has started?

Do others the same age act this way?

What will happen to my child if my child doesn't receive help?

Many times children grow out of difficulties on their own, either over days, weeks, or maybe months. Other times, though, these difficulties can turn into larger problems and impact how others see the child and impact how the child feels about and sees himself/herself.

For Example,
A child may have difficulty controlling his anger and expressing his feelings when he is in a new setting, such as a new classroom or with a new teacher or new school. This behavior may improve after a week or so as the child adjusts to the new environment. However, the behavior may also develop into something bigger and may not improve on its own. The child may develop reputation for being a troublemaker. His behavior may affect his ability to make and keep friends. Ultimately, the initial problem may make him feel worthless and unlikable.

Parent Training Sessions

In parent training sessions, a child psychologist will work alone with parents to help them:

understand and manage their children’s behavior
learn strategies to support their children through life or family circumstances
learn ways implement discipline and structure in the home.

These sessions are based on positive parenting and attachment parenting frameworks.

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Saturday	9AM - 1PM
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ClearMinds, Center for Emotional Health
JUMEIRAH LAKES TOWERS (JLT), CLUSTER M
HDS BUSINESS CENTER, OFFICE 2904
DUBAI- UAE

+971- 58 -557 6220 | +971- 4 -557 6220
INFO@CLEARMINDSCENTER.COM

Welcome to ClearMinds Psychotherapy Center

THE PROCESS

Embarking on Your Journey to Healing

Collaborative and Empathetic Approach to Therapy

Empowering You for Lasting Change

Your Sanctuary for Growth and Healing

Frequently Asked Questions

PSYCHOTHERAPY

Types of Therapy Used:

Struggles that therapy can help with:

Benefits of Consulting with a Child Psychologist

She helps children struggling with:

Types of Therapy Used:

Struggles dealt with:

Knowing whether or not your child or teen needs therapy can be a tough question for many parents. This is a question that plagues many parents. To answer it, you can objectively assess your child's needs.

Second- After you've identified an area of concern, ask yourself the following questions:

How often does the behavior of concern occur?

How long does this behavior last once it has started?

Do others the same age act this way?

What will happen to my child if my child doesn't receive help?

Parent Training Sessions

GROUP THERAPY

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