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Trauma & PTSD Counseling

You don’t have to relive the past to begin healing

Trauma can leave deep emotional scars, even long after the event has passed. Whether it's from abuse, violence, a serious accident, or prolonged stress, the effects of trauma can impact your relationships, your work, and your ability to feel safe. At American Wellness Center in Dubai, we offer compassionate, specialized therapy to help you process what happened and move toward recovery—without re-traumatizing yourself.

Who This Is For

  • Adults in Dubai who have experienced abuse, assault, or violence
  • Individuals with flashbacks, nightmares, or intrusive thoughts
  • People who feel emotionally numb, detached, or easily triggered
  • Survivors of accidents, natural disasters, or medical trauma
  • Adults affected by childhood trauma or long-term neglect
  • Professionals exposed to high-stress or crisis situations (first responders, journalists, etc.)

What We Address

  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): Persistent fear, anxiety, and avoidance linked to past trauma
  • Complex Trauma (C-PTSD): Ongoing trauma from repeated exposure or long-term abuse
  • Childhood Trauma in Adulthood: Impact of early life experiences on current emotions and relationships
  • Dissociation or Emotional Numbing: Feeling "disconnected" or shut down
  • Hypervigilance & Anxiety: Constant alertness, irritability, or exaggerated startle response
  • Shame, Guilt, or Self-Blame: Emotional aftermath of traumatic experiences

Our Approach to Care

Healing from trauma looks different for everyone. At AWC, our therapists use gentle, evidence-based methods to help you feel safe while doing the work:

  • Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) to address negative beliefs and thought patterns
  • Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) to reduce the emotional charge of traumatic memories
  • Somatic Techniques to help you reconnect with your body and release stored tension
  • Mindfulness & Grounding Skills for emotional regulation
  • Narrative Therapy to process your story in a safe, guided way
  • Psychoeducation & Coping Tools to empower you with knowledge and self-care strategies

All treatment is paced according to your comfort and readiness. You are always in control.

The Lingering Echo of Trauma

Roughly 1 in 4 adults experience trauma-related symptoms, yet many never seek help—particularly in fast-moving environments like Dubai, where emotional pain often hides beneath daily responsibilities. PTSD doesn’t always look like flashbacks; it can appear as irritability, avoidance, or chronic anxiety. EMDR and trauma-focused therapies have shown remarkable success in reducing long-term effects of trauma.


Why Choose American Wellness Center

  • Trauma-informed therapists with specialized training
  • Located in Dubai with flexible scheduling for working adults
  • Culturally sensitive support for diverse backgrounds and experiences
  • A safe, private space where you're never pressured to share more than you're ready for
  • Integrated care options including psychiatry, if medication is needed

How to Get Started

We begin with a confidential consultation to understand your history and what you're looking for in therapy. From there, we match you with a therapist trained in trauma recovery techniques.

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)

Dr. Faranak Nowbakht

Clinical Psychologist

PhD Clinical Healthcare (Netherlands)

Ms. Lara Tyan

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

MA Clinical Psychology

Dr. Farah Qadir

Clinical Psychologist & Executive Life Coach

BA, MA (USA), PhD (UK)

Ms Ethar Bashir

Clinical Psychologist

MBPsS, MSc, UK

Mrs. Nancy Hage

Clinical Psychologist and Counsellor, Lead Psychology - Child

M.A. California Board of Behavioural Sciences

Dr. Kareen E. Bekhazi

Clinical Psychologist

BA, MA, Psy.D United States

Dr. Mostefa Stefane Kabene

Clinical Psychologist

BSc, MS, PhD (Canada) - American, French and canadian Psychological Associations

Dr. Martin Kramar

Clinical Psychologist

PhD

Ms. Hina Ayesha

Clinical Psychologist (Child and Adult), EMDR Therapist

MS Clinical Psychology
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FAQs

No. Many trauma therapies, including EMDR, allow you to process traumatic memories without sharing every detail. Your therapist will respect your boundaries and never push you beyond your comfort.
That’s okay. Trauma isn’t always tied to one event. It can come from chronic stress, emotional neglect, or situations that felt unsafe. Therapy can help uncover and understand the source.
PTSD stems from exposure to trauma and includes specific symptoms like flashbacks, avoidance, and hyperarousal. It can overlap with depression and anxiety but has unique features.
Healing can bring up difficult emotions, but trauma-informed therapy is designed to be safe and empowering. You will never be forced to revisit anything you're not ready to face.
It depends on the type and severity of the trauma. Some clients feel better after a few months; others benefit from longer-term support. Progress is guided by your goals.
Yes. We offer flexible scheduling, including evenings and weekends, so therapy can fit into your life without disruption.
Not necessarily. Many people recover through therapy alone. If needed, we offer access to in-house psychiatrists for evaluation and medication support.
It’s never too late. Childhood trauma can affect you well into adulthood, but with the right support, healing is absolutely possible.
Yes. Trauma often shows up in the body. Our therapists use somatic and mind-body approaches to help relieve physical symptoms tied to stress.
That’s normal. We move at your pace, and sessions are designed to help you feel grounded and in control. You can always take breaks or adjust the approach to feel safer.

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