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Child Counselling & Child Psychologist in Dubai — Compassionate Support for Every Child

All children need to be listened to, understood and supported. Our qualified team of child psychologists and counsellors in Dubai work with children to deliver expert counselling, psychotherapy, and child psychology services to suit the child’s requirements. If your child is experiencing any of these problems or if you sense that school or friendships are challenging for your child, there is a way to help — in a friendly, child-friendly setting in the heart of Dubai.

What is child counselling & psychotherapy?

Child counselling is a safe place to talk to children and young people (aged 4 to 18) with confidence, without judgement, about their feelings, fears and experiences. Trauma informed treatment methods used by a child psychologist in dubaï include cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), play therapy, art therapy and mindfulness.

In Child psychotherapy , further exploration is undertaken of your child’s feelings and past experiences that can be affecting their current wellbeing. Our therapists at Meer Clinic are skilled in various therapy modalities and tailor the therapy to the children’s developmental stage and personality.

Why Choose Us?

  • Personalized Approach: Every child is unique; we customize our methods to fit their individual needs.
  • Skill Development: Children are focusing on learning emotional regulation, problem solving and communication skills.
  • Family Involvement: We involve families in helping their child to progress.

Common Issues We Address:

  • Anxiety and stress
  • Depression
  • Behavioural challenges
  • Grief and loss
  • Trauma

Signs your child may need support

Emotional signs

  • Loneliness or depression (longing to cry)
  • Excessive concerns or fears..
  • Rapid changes in mood and/or temper tantrums
  • Low self-esteem or negative self-talk

Behavioural signs

  • Aggression or defiance at home or school
  • Withdrawal from friends or activities
  • Declining school performance
  • Sleep problems or nightmares

Social signs

  • Difficulty making or keeping friends
  • Bullying — as victim or perpetrator
  • Refusal to attend school
  • Struggles with transitions or change

After difficult events

  • Parental separation or divorce
  • Bereavement or loss
  • Exposure to trauma or abuse
  • Relocation or school changes

If you notice any of these signs, you can help your family by getting a child counsellor or child psychologist in Dubai, who will be able to take the time to understand what you are seeing and offer you a clear trajectory for how to navigate.

What to expect at Meer Clinic

Your child’s journey at Meer Clinic begins with an initial consultation where our child psychologist will meet with you and your child to understand their background, strengths, and current challenges. Sessions typically last 45 to 60 minutes and are held in our purpose-designed, child-friendly spaces in Dubai Media City.

We involve parents and caregivers throughout the process — because lasting change happens at home as well as in the therapy room. Progress reviews are scheduled regularly so you always know how your child is doing.

FAQ

What is the difference between a child counsellor and a child psychologist in Dubai?

A child counsellor typically provides shorter-term, talk-based support for everyday emotional challenges such as stress, grief, or school difficulties. A child psychologist in Dubai has advanced academic training (usually a Master’s or Doctorate) and can conduct formal psychological assessments, diagnose conditions such as ADHD or anxiety disorders, and deliver structured psychotherapy programmes.

Child counselling at Meer Clinic is available from age 4 upwards. For younger children, therapy is largely play-based and parent-led. Adolescents aged 13–18 may attend sessions independently or with parental involvement, depending on what is most therapeutic.

The number of sessions depends on your child’s needs and the nature of their difficulties. Child counselling for a specific issue such as school anxiety may require 6–12 sessions. Child psychotherapy for more complex concerns may continue over several months. Your child’s therapist will discuss this openly with you during the initial consultation.

Yes. All therapy sessions are confidential. 

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