Rebuilding Confidence and a Healthier Self-Perception
Many adults in Dubai struggle with body image concerns, whether shaped by cultural expectations, social media comparisons, or personal experiences with weight stigma. These struggles can lead to low self-esteem, anxiety, and even disordered eating. At American Wellness Center in Dubai Healthcare City, we provide supportive counseling to help you rebuild confidence, improve your relationship with your body, and strengthen your overall sense of self-worth.
Who This Service Is For
This service is designed for:- Adults with Persistent Body Dissatisfaction – Struggling with negative self-perception or critical self-talk.
- Individuals Impacted by Weight Stigma – Experiencing judgment or bias based on body shape or size.
- Expats in Dubai – Navigating cultural beauty standards or feeling pressure to fit in.
- Professionals and Students – Coping with confidence struggles in competitive environments.
- Adults with Eating Disorder Histories – Working through body image issues as part of recovery.
If body image concerns are affecting your confidence, relationships, or daily life, this service can help you regain balance and self-acceptance.
Common Challenges We Address
Clients often come to us with:- Distorted self-perception or feeling “never good enough.”
- Comparing themselves constantly to peers, media, or cultural ideals.
- Low self-esteem leading to social withdrawal or performance anxiety.
- Body dissatisfaction fueling unhealthy eating or exercise patterns.
- Emotional distress linked to appearance, aging, or weight changes.
By exploring these challenges in therapy, we help clients build resilience and develop a healthier, more compassionate self-view.
Our Approach at AWC
At American Wellness Center, our therapists use evidence-based and compassionate methods:- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to challenge negative self-beliefs.
- Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) to build kindness and acceptance toward oneself.
- Narrative Therapy to reshape personal stories around body image.
- Mindfulness Practices to reduce comparison and build body awareness.
- Integrated Care with nutrition or psychiatry if body image issues overlap with eating disorders.
- In-Person & Online Sessions from Dubai Healthcare City or via secure telehealth.
This multi-faceted approach helps clients move beyond harmful self-criticism and toward lasting self-confidence.
What You Can Expect
With counseling, clients often experience:- Improved self-esteem and confidence in daily life.
- Reduced comparison and more positive self-perception.
- Healthier relationships with food, exercise, and appearance.
- Greater resilience against external pressures or criticism.
- A more balanced sense of identity beyond physical appearance.
The goal is not just to change how you look at your body, but how you feel about yourself as a whole person.
Did You Know?
Did you know that nearly 70% of adults report dissatisfaction with their body image at some point in their lives? Research shows that poor body image is closely linked to depression, anxiety, and disordered eating, yet it often goes untreated. In Dubai, where expat life and social comparison can intensify these pressures, body image struggles are especially common.
Recognizing that self-worth is not defined by appearance is a vital step toward mental and emotional wellbeing.
Our Commitment to You
At American Wellness Center, clients choose us because we offer:- Licensed psychologists with expertise in self-esteem and body image counseling.
- A safe, supportive space where your experiences are respected without judgment.
- Integrated care for those with overlapping eating or mental health concerns.
- Multilingual and culturally sensitive therapists for Dubai’s diverse population.
- Flexible scheduling, including evenings and confidential online sessions.
We are committed to helping you build a healthier relationship with yourself that lasts beyond therapy.
Let’s Begin the Conversation
Your first session is a confidential consultation where you can share your experiences openly. Together, we create a plan that reflects your needs and goals, whether you want to focus on self-confidence, social resilience, or recovery from long-standing patterns. With in-person or online support available, getting started is easy and accessible.
Visit our
Eating Disorder for Adults page or connect with us through our
Contact Us page to take the first step toward a healthier self-image.
