Looking for solace in difficult times? Here are organisations offering mental support for UAE residents

Praveen Vikkath

Maintaining composure during a turbulent journey can help you discover a haven. But learning how to navigate strong headwinds is something that takes time. As challenging times continue in the UAE, some organisations have stepped in to support residents by offering wellness sessions to ease their stress and soothe their minds.

Several healthcare providers, wellness platforms, and community programmes in the UAE have responded to the growing concern and uncertainty by providing 24/7 helplines, guided meditation sessions, and online therapy to assist residents in navigating the difficult situation.

Sakina

The Department of Health Abu Dhabi has teamed up with Sakina, and together they provide a 24/7 mental health support hotline where experienced professionals offer support to help residents cope with stress. Residents can connect through a helpline number and receive support whenever needed.

Aster DM Healthcare

Aster DM Healthcare’s digital platform allows residents to communicate with licensed psychologists and share their concerns online. Professional support becomes more convenient when these sessions are accessible from home.

Justlife

The app offers short, free online therapy sessions. These sessions can be accessed through the app and website.

Lighthouse Arabia

The mental health centre in Dubai is conducting online sessions to help individuals manage stress, anxiety and parenting challenges using research-based methods.

MedicoArabia

MedicoArabia has set up a free 24/7 hotline offering confidential support for anxiety, trauma and emotional distress. The service is available in multiple languages.

Sage Clinics

Sage Clinics is holding live online sessions in both English and Arabic, supporting people, students, and teachers. The sessions aim to alleviate stress by utilising psychological first aid techniques.

FamilyFirst Medical Centre

The centre has held interactive seminars to assist kids in dealing with stress and uncertainty by giving parents and carers useful tips.

Seva Experience

The holistic wellness centre conducts community sessions, helping people become more self-aware and emotionally stable through yoga and meditation.

Achievher

The facility’s guided somatic sessions, which include breathing exercises and moderate movement activities, will help residents relax and be mindful.

The Sixth House

Residents and their families can find their inner soul filled with joy and peace through online breathwork and somatic therapy classes.

That Dubai Girl

The online community has teamed up with mindfulness coaches to offer guided meditation sessions.