Licensed and certified therapists for depression treatment Dubai

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Padma Sreedevi

Counselling Psychologist

This week

available

7+

years

Anxiety & Stress

Depression

Relationship Issues

Anger Management

Parenting Support

Tamil, Telugu, English

ACT Practitioner, CBT Practitioner, Gestalt Psychotherapy, Mindfulness, NLP Practitioner

Starting 50 USD / Session

50 USD Starting rate / Session

Bhoomika Sharma

Clinical Psychologist

This week

available

4+

years

Anxiety & Stress

Depression

Relationship Issues

Self-Esteem

Bipolar Disorder

English, Urdu, Punjabi, Hindi

PhD scholar

CBT Practitioner, Clinical Psychologist

Starting 50 USD / Session

50 USD Starting rate / Session

Enas Mashal

Psychotherapist

This week

available

18+

years

Anxiety & Stress

Depression

Coping with Divorce or Separation

Panic Disorder

Trauma

Arabic, English

BS Psychology

ACT Practitioner, CBT Practitioner, Mindfulness

Starting 75 USD / Session

75 USD Starting rate / Session

Tito Dantas

Psychotherapist

This week

available

7+

years

Depression

Substance Abuse and Addiction

Phobias and Fears

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Social Anxiety

Spanish, Portuguese, English

Integrated Master’s in Psychology

CBT Practitioner, Mindfulness, Psychodynamic Therapy

Starting 75 USD / Session

75 USD Starting rate / Session

Suraj Biswas

Conselling Psychotherapist

This week

available

7+

years

Anxiety & Stress

Depression

Mindfulness

Couples Therapy

Sex Therapy

Hindi, English

ACT Practitioner, CBT Practitioner, DBT Practitioner, Mindfulness

Starting 75 USD / Session

75 USD Starting rate / Session

Mahathi Karumanchi

Counselling Psychologist

This week

available

5+

years

Anxiety & Stress

Depression

Relationship Issues

Anger Management

Eating Disorders

Hindi, Urdu, Telugu, English

ACT Practitioner, CBT Practitioner, Compassionate Therapy, DBT Practitioner, Expressive Art Therapy, Gestalt Psychotherapy, Mindfulness, Psychodynamic Therapy

Starting 50 USD / Session

50 USD Starting rate / Session

Nourhan ELToukhi

Psychotherapist / Somatic Expressive Arts Therapist

This week

available

5+

years

Anxiety & Stress

Depression

Self-Esteem

Career and Work-Related Issues

Arabic, English

CBT Practitioner, Clinical Psychologist, Compassionate Therapy, Counselling Psychologist, Expressive Art Therapy, Mindfulness

Starting 75 USD / Session

75 USD Starting rate / Session

Jais Campanilla

Psychologist

This week

available

5+

years

Anxiety & Stress

Depression

Relationship Issues

Family Issues

English, Tagalog, Cebuano

MA Clinical Psychology

Clinical Psychologist

Starting 50 USD / Session

50 USD Starting rate / Session

Sailee Paradkar

Counselling Psychotherapist

This week

available

9+

years

Depression

Relationship Issues

Chronic Illness

Sleep Disorders

Sex Therapy

English, Urdu, Hindi

MA Psychology

ACT Practitioner, CBT Practitioner, DBT Practitioner

Starting 50 USD / Session

50 USD Starting rate / Session

Sam Khan

Psychotherapist

This week

available

9+

years

Anxiety & Stress

Depression

Relationship Issues

Behavioral Issues

English, Hindi, Urdu

Gestalt Psychotherapy, Mindfulness, Psychoanalysis

Starting 75 USD / Session

75 USD Starting rate / Session

About depression therapy and treatment in Dubai

Get depression treatment in Dubai with Counsel Clinic. Our expert therapists offer personalized sessions to help clients battle sadness and low mood, empowering them to lead happier lives.

Counsel Clinic's comprehensive team of licensed depression therapy providers includes young therapists, expert counselors, and clinical psychologists from diverse backgrounds and ethnicities. Our all-inclusive therapy approach greatly respects all genders, cultures, and religious beliefs.

Moreover, the Counsel Clinic depression team includes multilingual caregivers, fluent in various languages such as English, Arabic, Bengali, French, Malayalam, German, and more. This allows you to talk openly with your therapist without any communication barriers.

There are over 62 expert depression therapists in Dubai listed on Counsel Clinic who are trained to provide personalized assessment and treatment for depression to help clients heal and recover.

To book your online depression therapy sessions, you can pick any of the expert therapists listed above, or get matched with the best depression therapist near you by contacting our support team on WhatsApp at +971525609479.

What is depression?

Depression is a common but serious mental health condition that can cause a persistent feeling of sadness, self-loathing, and loss of interest in activities. It can negatively affect your personal life, including your thoughts, behaviors, relationships, and eating and sleeping habits.

Categorized as a mood disorder, depression affects an estimated 280 million people globally, around 3.8% of the world population, according to WHO estimates.

Depression can affect people of all age groups and genders. However, research shows it is more prevalent in women than men. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA), women are twice as likely to develop depression as compared to men. 1 in 8 women experience some form of depression in their lifetime.

Moreover, younger adults (16-29 years) are at a greater risk of depression as compared to older adults, as per research.

What causes depression?

There are numerous probable causes of depression. Identifying the underlying cause of depression is key to its treatment and can help individuals better understand their triggers to overcome them. Following are the common causes of depression:

Symptoms of depression

Depression symptoms can be further categorized into psychological and physical:

Psychological symptoms

Psychological symptoms of depression can include:

Physical symptoms

Physical symptoms of depression can include:

Depression is a debilitating condition but it is treatable. At Counsel Clinic, we are simplifying depression counselling through convenient online talk sessions with top therapists in Dubai. Do not ignore the symptoms, start depression therapy and reclaim your peace and mental clarity.

Types of depression

Following are the main types of depression:

1. Major depressive disorder (MDD)

Major depressive disorder (MDD), or clinical depression, is one of the most common mental health disorders that can affect anyone. It is characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and loss of interest in activities. Depression counselling can help lessen MDD symptoms and help you heal.

2. Persistent depressive disorder (PDD)

Persistent depressive disorder (PDD), also known as dysthymia, is a form of depression with symptoms less severe than major depression, but it can last longer. If you have persistent depressive disorder, you might experience mild to moderate depression symptoms on most days that do not go away and can last for two years or more.

3. Bipolar disorder

Bipolar disorder, formerly known as manic depression, is a serious mental illness that involves extreme shifts in moods from episodes of highs, known as mania, to lows, known as depression. There is no cure for bipolar disorder. Treatments such as therapy and medications can help individuals better manage their symptoms.

4. Postpartum depression

Postpartum depression (PPD) is a form of depression that mothers may experience after giving birth or during pregnancy. Individuals with PPD may feel sad, hopeless, overly stressed, have difficulty sleeping, and may also find themselves crying frequently with no apparent cause. Postpartum depression can affect your ability to take care of yourself and your baby. It can last for months or even years if not treated.

5. Seasonal affective disorder (SAD)

During the cold, bleak winter months, when sunlight is scarce and the days are shorter, people tend to feel sad, withdrawn, and depressed. Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that people experience during specific seasons, most notably during the fall and winter months.

SAD has symptoms similar to major depression; however, they tend to improve in the spring and summer months. Seasonal affective disorder is similar to winter blues but with more serious symptoms. If you have SAD, depression therapy and related treatments can be worthwhile.

6. Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)

Women may experience severe depression symptoms, tension, irritability, and extreme mood changes a week or two before their period. This condition is known as premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). PMDD should not be mistaken for PMS (premenstrual syndrome), which presents with similar symptoms but is, however, milder and less severe than PMDD.

Prevalence of depression in the UAE

Depression is one of the most common mental health disorders in the UAE much like it is worldwide. Several studies on depression prevalence have been conducted in various areas of the UAE including one in Dubai, two in Sharjah, and two in Al Ain. The depression prevalence rates in the UAE according to these studies range from 12.5 to 28.6%. If you are struggling with depression, do not hesitate to seek help.

What does depression feel like?

Here are some real-life descriptions of what depression feels like by those affected by the condition:

How do I know if I have depression?

Everyone tends to feel sad at times, but if you are frequently feeling unhappy, depressed, in a low mood, with a diminishing interest in daily activities, you might have depression. To find out if you have depression, you can talk to a therapist or counselor online through Counsel Clinic.

How long does depression last?

Depression affects everyone differently, with varying severities and durations. Clinical depression occurs in episodes that can last weeks to months.

According to Verywell Health, the average depressive episode usually lasts around five to seven months. Treatment can help reduce the frequency and severity of depression symptoms, leading to shorter, less intense depressive episodes.

Depression treatment

Counsel Clinic provides professional depression therapy and counselling services in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and the UAE through affordable online therapy services. Our trained and licensed depression therapists are here to guide you on your way to recovery.

Talking about your troubles can greatly help lighten your load and make you less depressed. To start receiving online support for depression, contact us today.

Depression can be treated through different approaches such as therapy, medication, lifestyle changes, or a combination of them:

1. Therapy

Psychotherapy, talk therapy, or simply therapy is an effective approach to depression treatment, leading to reduced symptoms and better quality of life. It consists of talk sessions with a mental health professional. Your therapist can employ various types of therapies depending on your needs. Some of them are:

You can start receiving depression and anxiety treatment online without having to go to the psychiatrist. Counsel Clinic provides 1 on 1 talk therapy sessions at affordable rates. To learn more, book your first session today.

2. Medications

A psychiatrist or mental health professional may also prescribe certain medications to manage and reduce the symptoms of depression. These include:

a) Antidepressants

Antidepressants work by increasing the level of chemicals in your brain known as neurotransmitters. They are further divided into various drug classes, including:

b) Mood stabilizers

Mood stabilizing medications are typically not the first-line treatment for depression, but they may be prescribed in addition to antidepressants, especially if antidepressants have been ineffective in managing your symptoms.

Mood stabilizers help control extreme mood swings and prevent manic and depressive episodes. They are widely used for the management of bipolar disorder. Examples include lamotrigine (Lamictal) and carbamazepine (Tegretol).

c) Antipsychotics

Antipsychotic medications are used to treat mental disorders that involve psychosis. They are primarily used for the treatment of psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia but can also be prescribed for depression and anxiety in case the symptoms are severe or resistant to treatment. Some examples of antipsychotic medications are aripiprazole (Abilify) and risperidone (Risperdal).

3. Lifestyle modifications

In addition to therapy and medications, individuals with depression can significantly benefit from certain lifestyle modifications. These include:

Apart from lifestyle changes, we advise you to get help for depression by consulting with a qualified therapist or counselor.

Book your depression therapy session today!

At Counsel Clinic, our trained and licensed depression therapists are highly skilled in helping individuals manage depression. We understand that depression affects everyone differently and provide personalized treatment plans based on your specific needs.

Our team is committed to delivering expert care to improve your emotional well-being and quality of life.

Contact Counsel Clinic on WhatsApp at +971525609479 to schedule an online therapy session and connect with a therapist for depression therapy near you.

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