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Special Needs Parenting Support

Guiding parents in Dubai through unique challenges with care and confidence

Raising a child with special needs can be a deeply rewarding journey, but it also comes with unique challenges. From navigating therapies and medical care to managing social and educational demands, many parents feel stretched and overwhelmed. In Dubai, where families may be far from extended support networks, the experience can feel even more isolating. At American Wellness Center, our Special Needs Parenting Support program helps parents build resilience, access the right resources, and feel empowered to support their child’s growth and wellbeing.

Who This Program Supports

This program is for parents and caregivers in Dubai who are:

  • Raising a child with developmental differences such as autism, ADHD, or learning difficulties
  • Managing emotional or behavioral challenges alongside medical or educational needs
  • Struggling to balance their own stress with caregiving responsibilities
  • Expats navigating Dubai’s healthcare and education systems for special needs support
  • Seeking strategies to improve family routines and strengthen emotional bonds

Every parent deserves guidance and support so they can provide their child with the best possible care.

Challenges We Address Together

Our specialists help parents overcome difficulties such as:

  • Navigating Therapies and Services: Understanding treatment options and next steps
  • Managing Daily Stress: Coping with the emotional and practical demands of caregiving
  • Behavioral Struggles: Addressing meltdowns, attention difficulties, or emotional regulation
  • Educational Concerns: Supporting learning challenges and school-related stress
  • Family Dynamics: Helping siblings and partners adapt to new responsibilities
  • Social Isolation: Reducing feelings of loneliness or stigma often felt by parents of special needs children

By addressing these challenges, we help families feel more equipped, supported, and connected.

Our Approach to Supporting Parents

At American Wellness Center, we combine psychological expertise with practical parenting guidance. Our approach includes:

  • Parent Coaching to provide tools for behavior management and daily routines
  • Therapeutic Support for parents coping with stress, guilt, or burnout
  • Guidance on Education Planning to support learning and school collaboration
  • Family Counseling to strengthen communication and balance family roles
  • Specialist Referrals and Coordination when additional therapies are needed
  • Culturally Sensitive Care that respects the diverse family backgrounds in Dubai

We aim to empower parents so that caring for a special needs child feels less overwhelming and more manageable.

Why Families Choose American Wellness Center

Families in Dubai trust us because we offer:

  • Licensed psychologists and child specialists experienced in developmental and behavioral challenges
  • A supportive, confidential environment where parents can share openly
  • Practical strategies tailored to each child’s needs and family circumstances
  • A multidisciplinary team providing access to a wide range of expertise in one place
  • Flexible scheduling to suit parents managing multiple responsibilities

Our mission is to help parents feel capable, supported, and confident in their parenting journey.

How to Get Started

We begin with a consultation where we learn about your child’s needs, your family’s challenges, and your parenting goals. Together, we create a plan that supports both your child’s development and your own wellbeing as a parent.
To learn more, explore Parents’ Skills Training. To begin receiving support tailored to your family’s needs, contact us today.

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

Parents often experience a mix of love, pride, and joy, alongside stress, worry, or guilt. These emotions are completely normal. Our program provides parents with emotional support while equipping them with practical tools to manage challenges.
Caring for a child with special needs can be demanding. We offer strategies for self-care, stress management, and realistic routines so parents can recharge while still meeting their child's needs.
Yes. Many parents struggle with advocating for their child in educational settings. We provide guidance on communication with teachers, creating support plans, and ensuring that schools understand your child's unique needs.
We use evidence-based techniques such as positive reinforcement, structured routines, and emotion coaching. These approaches reduce stress and help children manage their emotions more effectively.
Siblings of children with special needs may feel overlooked or confused. We provide family counseling and strategies to ensure siblings feel included, supported, and able to express their own feelings.
Disagreements are common. Our sessions provide a safe space for parents to align on strategies and reduce conflict, ensuring the child receives consistent care and guidance.
Yes. We help parents connect with local services, therapists, and educational resources in Dubai, easing the challenges of navigating systems without extended family support.
Yes. While this program focuses on parents, AWC also offers child-focused therapies such as speech therapy, occupational therapy, and psychology when needed. We coordinate care so parents and children are supported together.
Improvements vary, but many parents report feeling less overwhelmed within a few sessions as they begin applying new strategies. Progress in children may take longer but becomes more sustainable with consistent parental support.
Absolutely. All discussions remain private. Parents can speak openly about struggles, knowing that their privacy and dignity are respected.

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