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Positive Parenting & Child Psychology

A supportive approach to raising confident, secure children in Dubai

Parenting can be both rewarding and overwhelming, especially in a fast-paced city like Dubai where families balance work, school, and daily responsibilities. Many parents wonder how to nurture their child’s emotional wellbeing while also setting healthy boundaries. At American Wellness Center, our Positive Parenting & Child Psychology program helps parents raise resilient children through love, structure, and consistent guidance.

Who This Is For

This program is designed for parents and caregivers in Dubai who want to create a supportive, balanced environment for their children, including:

  • Parents of young children learning how to set healthy routines and boundaries
  • Families dealing with frequent tantrums, emotional outbursts, or sibling rivalry
  • Expats adjusting to parenting in a new culture or far from family support systems
  • Working parents looking for practical strategies to stay consistent despite busy schedules
  • Caregivers who want to strengthen their child’s sense of safety, confidence, and self-worth

No matter your parenting style or family background, this program gives you the tools to connect more deeply with your child and build confidence in your role as a parent.

What We Address

Our Positive Parenting & Child Psychology support includes:

  • Emotional Development: Helping children feel secure, loved, and understood
  • Self-Esteem Building: Encouraging confidence without overindulgence
  • Boundaries and Structure: Teaching children responsibility within clear expectations
  • Managing Tantrums and Defiance: Responding calmly to difficult behaviors
  • Screen Time and Technology Balance: Creating healthy digital habits for the family
  • Parent and Child Bonding: Strengthening trust and emotional closeness

Every family is unique, so our specialists adapt strategies to your specific situation and parenting goals.

Our Approach: How We Help

At American Wellness Center in Dubai, we bring together child psychology insights with practical parenting coaching. Our approach includes:

  • Parent Coaching Sessions that provide hands-on strategies for real-life family situations
  • Child Psychology Guidance to help parents understand their child’s emotional and behavioral development
  • Positive Discipline Models that guide behavior without relying on harsh punishments
  • Family Dynamics Support to build routines and structures that work for everyone at home
  • Culturally Sensitive Guidance that takes into account the realities of parenting in Dubai’s multicultural environment

We focus on giving you realistic, sustainable, and empowering tools that you can use every day.

Why Choose American Wellness Center

Families across Dubai trust American Wellness Center because we offer:

  • Licensed psychologists and parenting specialists experienced in child development
  • A safe and supportive environment where parents can discuss challenges without judgment
  • Multidisciplinary care under one roof, including psychology, psychiatry, coaching, and nutrition
  • Flexible scheduling that accommodates the busy lives of Dubai parents
  • A culturally inclusive approach for both local and expat families

Our goal is to walk beside you as a partner, helping you raise children who feel secure, understood, and confident.

How to Get Started

Your journey begins with an initial consultation, where we learn about your family’s needs and recommend a tailored plan. Sessions may include one or both parents, and can be adapted to focus on specific issues like behavior, emotional regulation, or bonding.

Learn more by visiting Parents’ Skills Training. To book your consultation, contact us today and take the first step toward more positive and connected parenting.

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

Positive parenting is a style of parenting that focuses on guiding children with empathy, encouragement, and structure. Instead of relying on punishment or fear, parents learn to set clear expectations, reward good behavior, and respond calmly to challenges. This approach teaches children respect, responsibility, and self-control while strengthening the bond between parent and child.
Traditional discipline often focuses on punishment, such as yelling, scolding, or removing privileges. Positive parenting takes a different approach by addressing the root cause of behaviors and helping children learn from their mistakes. For example, instead of punishing a child for a tantrum, parents are guided to understand the emotional trigger and respond with strategies that reduce stress while still maintaining boundaries.
Yes. Tantrums are often a child's way of expressing emotions they cannot yet put into words. In our sessions, parents learn how to recognize triggers, stay calm during an outburst, and teach their child coping strategies. Over time, this reduces both the frequency and intensity of tantrums, making family life less stressful.
In many cases, the focus is on equipping parents with practical skills. However, if a child is struggling emotionally or behaviorally, we may recommend child-focused sessions to support both the child and the parent together. Our approach is flexible and tailored to each family's needs.
Parenting away from extended family and cultural traditions can be challenging. Our specialists understand these unique circumstances and provide strategies that work in multicultural households. We also help parents find balance when their child is adjusting to international schools or adapting to new environments in Dubai.
Every family is different, but many parents notice changes within a few weeks of consistently applying strategies. Some families choose short-term support to address specific challenges, while others benefit from ongoing guidance to reinforce positive habits over time.
Yes, and it is often very beneficial. When both parents are involved, children experience more consistency and stability at home. Even if parenting styles differ, joint sessions help align approaches and reduce conflict between partners.
This program is well-suited for parents facing these challenges. Instead of labeling the child as "difficult," we help parents identify underlying causes, such as stress, developmental stages, or unmet needs. With the right tools, parents can guide their child toward healthier ways of expressing emotions.
Yes. Many parents in Dubai are concerned about excessive screen time. We offer practical strategies to set healthy limits, create tech-free family routines, and teach children to use technology responsibly without constant conflict.
Absolutely. We follow strict privacy standards to ensure families feel safe sharing their concerns. Nothing you discuss will be shared outside of the sessions. Our role is to provide guidance in a safe, judgment-free environment where your family's wellbeing is always the priority.

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