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Coping with Domestic Violence, Abuse, or Substance Exposure

Providing families in Dubai with safety, healing, and hope

When a family is touched by domestic violence, abuse, or substance exposure, the effects can be deeply painful and far-reaching. Children may feel fearful or withdrawn, while parents often carry the burden of stress, guilt, or uncertainty about how to protect their loved ones. In Dubai, many families face these challenges silently, worried about stigma or not knowing where to turn. At American Wellness Center, our Coping with Domestic Violence, Abuse, or Substance Exposure program provides a safe, confidential, and compassionate space for families to heal, rebuild trust, and restore emotional wellbeing.

Who Can Benefit from This Program

This service is designed for parents and caregivers who want to protect and support their children in difficult circumstances, including:

  • Families where children have witnessed conflict, aggression, or violence at home
  • Parents seeking help after exposure to emotional or physical abuse
  • Families struggling with the impact of substance misuse in the household
  • Caregivers trying to break cycles of fear, silence, or unhealthy family dynamics
  • Expats in Dubai who may lack extended family support and feel isolated in dealing with these challenges

Every family deserves safety, dignity, and care. This program helps parents and children find a path forward together.

Challenges We Address

Our specialists support families facing the emotional and behavioral effects of trauma, including:

  • Fear and Anxiety in Children: Helping children feel safe again after witnessing violence or substance use
  • Behavioral Changes: Addressing aggression, withdrawal, or difficulty concentrating at school
  • Parent Stress and Burnout: Supporting caregivers who feel overwhelmed or helpless
  • Emotional Recovery: Healing from the guilt, shame, or trauma linked to abuse or exposure
  • Breaking Cycles: Preventing children from internalizing harmful patterns for the future

Our aim is to help families build resilience, restore trust, and re-establish healthy family dynamics.

Our Supportive Approach

At American Wellness Center, we provide care that is trauma-informed, compassionate, and tailored to each family’s situation. Our approach includes:

  • Safe and Confidential Consultations where parents can share openly without fear of judgment
  • Individual Therapy for Parents to process trauma, stress, and decision-making challenges
  • Child Therapy and Play-Based Support to help children express emotions in age-appropriate ways
  • Parent Coaching and Guidance for rebuilding trust and creating safe home environments
  • Collaboration with Other Specialists when medical or legal support is required
  • Culturally Sensitive Care that respects the unique needs of families in Dubai’s diverse community

We understand that recovery takes time, and we walk alongside families every step of the way.

Why Families Choose American Wellness Center

Families trust AWC in Dubai because we provide:

  • Licensed psychologists and psychiatrists experienced in trauma and family care
  • A safe, private, and non-judgmental environment for both parents and children
  • Multidisciplinary care under one roof, making support easier to access
  • Strategies that are practical, compassionate, and tailored to each family’s reality
  • Flexible scheduling to accommodate urgent or ongoing needs

Our goal is to help families move from crisis and pain toward safety, healing, and hope.

Taking the First Step

We know reaching out can feel difficult, especially when families are coping with trauma. The first step is a confidential consultation where we listen to your concerns and design a plan that prioritizes safety and emotional recovery.

Learn more under Parents’ Skills Training. If your family is in need of support, contact us today to take the first step toward healing.

Our Clinicians

Ms. Farah El Khiami

Clinical Psychologist, Lead Psychology- Adult

MA Clinical Psychology, PHD (ongoing)

Ms. Lara Tyan

Clinical and Psychopathology DESS
Clinical Psychologist - Head of Trauma and EMDR

MA Clinical Psychology

Mrs. Nancy Hage

Clinical Psychologist and Counsellor, Lead Psychology - Child

M.A. California Board of Behavioural Sciences
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FAQs

Children who witness or experience violence often develop fear, anxiety, or withdrawal. They may also show aggression, sleep problems, or difficulty concentrating. Early support is important so children feel safe, understood, and able to heal emotionally.
Children exposed to substance misuse may feel confusion, fear, or even guilt. Our specialists help parents create a safe environment, explain difficult situations in an age-appropriate way, and provide coping tools that reduce emotional distress.
Yes. Trauma-informed therapy provides children and parents with a safe outlet to process their experiences. Over time, therapy helps reduce symptoms like anxiety, fear, or guilt, and rebuilds a sense of security and trust within the family.
Many parents start the process alone, which is perfectly fine. Depending on the situation, we may recommend family sessions, individual therapy for the child, or both. The approach is always tailored to the family's comfort and needs.
Confidentiality is central to our work. Everything shared in sessions stays private. Families can speak openly without fear of stigma or disclosure, knowing their safety and dignity are respected.
Parents often carry a heavy emotional burden in these situations. Through therapy and coaching, we provide strategies to manage stress, reduce guilt, and focus on building a healthier future for themselves and their children.
Healing can begin even if only one parent seeks help. We focus on empowering you with tools to create a safer and more supportive environment, regardless of whether your partner participates.
Yes. Many expat families face added stress when dealing with trauma without extended family support. Our culturally sensitive approach respects your values while providing practical solutions for your unique situation.
There is no single timeline. Some families feel relief after a few sessions, while others need longer-term support. The most important step is beginning the process of healing in a safe and supportive environment.
If safety is an immediate concern, we help families create a crisis plan and provide referrals to additional resources if necessary. Our priority is always the protection and wellbeing of both children and parents.

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