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Support Group
- Date & Time: Sunday, 26th November 2023
- Clinician: Dr. Inas Salem
- Venue: Openminds Psychiatry & Neuroscience Center, Dubai
Openminds Psychiatry Counseling & Neuroscience Center, Dubai invites you to a compassionate space of support and understanding. Join our Support Group, facilitated by Dr. Inas Salem, a Specialist Psychiatrist, providing solace for those navigating the impact of geopolitical situations or coping with the loss of loved ones. This group offers a safe haven for sharing experiences, fostering healing, and building resilience. Together, we aim to create a supportive community where individuals can find strength and comfort. 🤝💙 Join us for a journey of mutual understanding and support. For more details and to participate, please reach out to us
Openminds Center proudly announces its association with Building Block Nursery, Dubai
- School: Building block nursery, Dubai
Empowering Little Minds, Enriching Young Lives! 
We are thrilled to announce that Openminds Child Intervention Center is now the official Mental Health provider for Building Block Nursery in Motorcity. 
At Openminds Center, we’re dedicated to supporting the emotional well-being of our future generation. Together, we’ll nurture young minds and build a brighter, happier tomorrow. Stay tuned for exciting updates!
Workshop on identifying developmental red flags and exploring evidence-based behavior strategies
- School: British Orchard Nursery, DIP
TBT to an enlightening workshop led by the skilled therapists from Openminds Child Intervention Center at British Orchard Nursery, DIP! 
Our journey through identifying developmental red flags and exploring evidence-based behavior strategies was truly eye-opening. Grateful for the expertise shared and the commitment to nurturing every child’s potential.
Openminds Center proudly announces its association with Omniyat Center, Dubai
- Center: Omniyat Center, DUbai
Empowering Minds, Enriching Lives: OpenMinds Psychiatry Counseling & Neuroscience Center proudly stands as the official Mental Health partner for OMNIYAT Center for People of Determination. Together, we’re dedicated to providing expert counseling, personalized assessments, transformative therapies, and unwavering support on this remarkable journey towards holistic well-being
Openminds Center at Rashid Center for People of Determination
- Center: Rashid Center, People Of Determination
Openminds Psychiatry takes a stand for inclusivity and diversity at the DEII Event, joining forces with the Rashid Center for People of Determination. Together, we’re breaking barriers and fostering a brighter future for all.
Openminds Center proudly announces its association with De Montfort University, Dubai
- Center: De Montfort University, Dubai
Exciting news! We at Openminds Centre, Dubai are now partnered with De Montfort University, Dubai for our DHA-approved Psychology Observership program.
We continue to strengthen our commitment to help students enhance their learning and gain practical clinical experience in the field of psychology
Openminds Center proudly announces its association with British Orchard, Mankhool
- Center: British Orchard, Mankhool
Openminds Center, Dubai is thrilled to announce a groundbreaking collaboration with the prestigious British Orchard Nursery, revolutionizing early childhood education services! 
Together, we’re redefining education, fostering creativity, and building a solid foundation for your child’s bright future. 
Stay tuned for more updates as we embark on this extraordinary partnership, dedicated to nurturing young minds and cultivating endless possibilities! 
Social Skills Group for Teens with ASD
- Date & Time: Every Wednesdays, Starts 5th July 2023, Time: 4:00pm- 5:00pm
- Clinician: Ms. Asma Geitany & Ms. Pegah Hajipour
- Venue: Openminds Psychiatry & Neuroscience Center, Dubai
🤝 Social Skills Group for Teens with ASD! 🌟 Openminds Center, Dubai is thrilled to offer a specialized program for teenagers aged 13 to 16 with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Led by specialists Mrs. Asma and Mrs. Pegah, this 4-session program on July 5th, 12th, 19th, and 26th from 4 to 5 pm aims to enhance communication skills, peer relationships, cooperation, problem-solving abilities, and coping skills. Tailored to meet the needs of the group members, it provides a supportive and inclusive environment. Limited to 6 participants. Price: 800 AED. Enroll today and empower your teen!
Creative Art
- Date & Time: Every Wednesdays, Starts 5th July 2023, Time: 11.15am- 12.15pm
- Clinician: Ms. Sana MK
- Venue: Openminds Psychiatry & Neuroscience Center, Dubai
Unleash Your Child’s Creative Spirit! 
Join us at Openminds Center, Dubai, for an exciting Creative Art program designed to foster emotional expression, ignite creativity, and enhance fine motor skills in children aged 10 to 12. Led by specialist Mrs. Sana, this 4-session program on July 7th, 14th, 21st, and 28th from 11.15 to 12.15 am will provide a nurturing space for your child’s artistic journey. Limited to 6 children. Price: 480 AED. Sign up now and watch their imagination soar!
Creative Art
- Date & Time: Every Fridays, Starts 7th July 2023, Time: 9.30- 10.30am
- Clinician: Ms. Sana MK
- Venue: Openminds Psychiatry & Neuroscience Center, Dubai
Unleash Your Child’s Creative Spirit! Join us at Openminds Center, Dubai, for an exciting Creative Art program designed to foster emotional expression, ignite creativity, and enhance fine motor skills in children aged 8 to 10. Led by specialist Mrs. Sana, this 4-session program on July 7th, 14th, 21st, and 28th from 9.30am to 10.30am will provide a nurturing space for your child’s artistic journey. Limited to 6 children. Price: 480 AED. Sign up now and watch their imagination soar!
Handy Hands
- Date & Time: Every Wednesdays, Starts 5th July 2023, Time: 2:00- 3:00pm
- Clinician: Mrs. Mera Abdallah & Mrs. Tania Hachem
- Venue: Openminds Psychiatry & Neuroscience Center, Dubai
🎨 Handy Hands: Nurturing Fine Motor Skills! ✂️ Join us at Openminds Center, Dubai, for an exciting program designed to develop fine motor skills, pre-writing skills, visual spatial praxia, and visual motor coordination in children aged 4 to 6. Limited to 6 children, this 4-session program on Wednesdays (5th, 12th, 19th, and 26th July) from 2 to 3pm will be led by specialists Mrs. Tania Hachem and Mrs. Meera. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your child’s abilities!
Mini Engineer
- Date & Time: Every Wednesdays, Starts 5th July 2023, Time: 12:00- 1:00pm
- Clinician: Mrs. Mera Abdallah & Mrs. Tania Hachem
- Venue: Openminds Psychiatry & Neuroscience Center, Dubai
🎨 Unlock Your Child’s Potential! 🌟 Join us at Openminds Center, Dubai, for an exciting summer program targeting key skills for children aged 7 to 9. Our interactive sessions focus on cognitive flexibility, creativity, planning, problem-solving, time management, and visual spatial praxia. Limited to 6 children, this 4-session program in July (5th, 12th, 19th, and 26th) will ignite their imaginations and enhance their abilities. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity! Sign up now
Autism first signs & role of Occupational Therapy
- Date & Time: 19th April 2023, 8:00pm
- Clinician: Ms. Mera Abdallah
- Venue: Zoom- Online
Openminds Center, Dubai is hosting a free webinar on Autism first signs &
Role of Occupational Therapy. This free webinar will be hosted by Ms. Mera Abdallah. Participants will get a brief knowledge on what are the early symptoms of Autism & how an occupational therapist can play a vital role.
Autism Transformation Carnival 2023
- Venue: Danube Sports World, Dubai
Emerging Healthcare Delivery Brand by Elets, Dubai
- Venue: Elets Healthcare Awards 2023, Dubai
Openminds Center, Dubai is truly humbled and grateful to receive this healthcare award.
Receiving this healthcare award is not just a personal achievement, but a reminder of the importance of this work we do. We are committed to continuing to improve healthcare outcomes for patients and communities, and this award will serve as motivation to do just that.
Thank you again for this incredible honor.
Openminds Center proudly announces its association with next generation School, Dubai
- School: Next Generation School, Dubai
We are happy to partner with Next Generation School. We enjoyed meeting parents and spreading awareness regarding early stimulation for the preschoolers. Thank you Mrs. Rakhi, Mrs. Feyrouz and Mrs. Kausar for the presentation.
Openminds Center proudly announces its association with Dr. Mohamed Al Zubaidy Clinic, Dubai
- Hospital: Dr. Mohamed Al Zubaidy Clinic, Dubai
Openminds Psychiatry Counselling & Neuroscience Center in Dubai is elated to announce its new affiliation and collaboration with Dr. Mohamed Al Zubaidy Clinic, which will serve as a Mental Health Partner. Openminds Center, Dubai expresses its sincere gratitude to Dr. Mohamed Al Zubaidy Clinic for taking a significant step towards prioritizing mental health by partnering with them.
Openminds Center, Dubai acknowledges the importance of addressing mental health issues and aims to provide a range of effective and evidence-based treatments to help individuals achieve optimum mental wellness. By partnering with Dr. Mohamed Al Zubaidy Clinic, a reputed and experienced medical facility, Openminds Center, Dubai will be able to offer an even broader range of services and cater to a more extensive patient base
Openminds Center proudly announces its association with Advanced Care Oncology Center, Dubai
- Hospital: Advanced Care Oncology Center, Dubai
Openminds Psychiatry Counselling & Neuroscience Center, Dubai is proud to announce its association & collaboration with Advanced Care Oncology Center, Dubai as a Mental Health Partner.
Openminds Center, Dubai would like to thank Advanced Care Oncology Center, for taking an important initiative for keeping mental health as a priority as a Mental Health Partner.
Most Inclusive Psychiatry & Mental Health Counselling Center- Dubai
Openminds Center, Dubai is truly humbled and grateful to receive this healthcare award.
Receiving this healthcare award is not just a personal achievement, but a reminder of the importance of this work we do. We are committed to continuing to improve healthcare outcomes for patients and communities, and this award will serve as motivation to do just that.
Thank you again for this incredible honor.
School Readiness Program
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Date & Time: 2 hours /day, 5 days a week Full Program duration -
January 2023- Dec 2023 - Clinician: Ms. Kausar Wali
- Venue: Openminds Psychiatry & Neuroscience Center, Dubai
Department of ABA at Openminds center is pleased to begin its school readiness Programme this 2023!
A programme designed and monitored by the Behavioral analyst (IBA/BCaBA) and run by expertise Behaviour Technicians (RBTs). We combine research-based ABA strategies within natural play-based settings to keep individual targets and approaches in mind. Each kid will be attended for his or her individual targets within the group setting.
This program is being organized for children age 3 to 6 years, having some struggles with school, or to begin school. Open Minds will be creating a close to school set up to welcome the children and help them adapt, also to make it easy for them to shift to schools/nursery accordingly later on.
Testimonials on KHDA Approved - ABA Foundation Training
- Date: 11th November 2022.
- Event: Openminds Education & Training Center
Openminds Education & Training Center, Dubai had conducted a 20 hour ABA Foundation training on 11th November 2022. It was an excellent opportunity for all the participants to learn from our expert International Behavior Analyst Ms. Kausar Wali with over 30 years of experience in supervision, applied behavior analysis & training activities.
ABA: Winter Elixir 2022
- Date & Time: 12th December to 31st December & 19th December to 31st December
- Clinician: Ms. Kausar Wali
- Venue: ABA Department, Openminds Psychiatry Counseling & Neuroscience Center, Dubai
Openminds Center, Dubai will be holding Winter Elixir 2022 which is Inclusive ABA group activities to learn, make friends & have fun for children with age group 3-5 years & 4-7 years.
Kausar Wali, International Behavior Analyst (IBA) & BCaBA who has over 20 years of experience with individuals with autism and other developmental disorders in the UAE, will be supervising with Registered Behavior Technicians (RBT), the ABA group activities such as communicating building, educational games and many more
For more information please contact us at +97152 262 0763
KHDA Approved- Emotional Regulation Training
- Date: 26th November 2022.
- Event: OPENMINDS Training & Education Dubai- UAE
Openminds Education & Training Center, Dubai had conducted a training on the essential skill of Emotional Regulation on 26th November 2022 from 11am-1pm. It was an excellent opportunity for all the participants to learn from our expert clinical psychologist Ms. Letizia Mugnai with over 15 years of experience in helping people process emotional difficulties, family conflicts, and relationship problems.
Openminds Center, Dubai proudly announces its association with Little Diamond Nursery, Dubai
- School: Little Diamond Nursery, Dubai
Openminds Psychiatry Counselling & Neuroscience Center, Dubai is proud to announce its association & collaboration with Little Diamond Nursery, Dubai as a Mental Health Partner.
Openminds Center, Dubai would like to thank Little Diamond Nursery, Dubai: for taking an important initiative for keeping mental health as a priority
Group Therapy: Controlling agitation and impulsiveness in children
- Date: 14th October- 11th November | Every Friday | 3:00pm
- Clinician: Mrs. Tania Hachem
- Venue: Openminds Psychiatry Counselling & Neuroscience Center, Dubai
Group Therapy: Controlling Agitation & Impulsiveness in Children
Ms. Tania Hachem, Psychomotor Therapist at Openminds Center, Dubai will be conducting a group therapies for children with 7- 8 years of age.
Agitation and impulsiveness are two prevalent symptoms in young children. They can occur due to several causes and may affect the child’s integration at school and his behavior at home.
This workshop is addressed to children between 7 and 8 years old showing symptoms like agitation, lack of attention, distractibility, impulsivity, and weak body control.
First Clinical Case Meeting 2022
- Date: 10th September 2022.
- Event: Clinical Case Meeting at Openminds Center, Dubai- UAE
We are thrilled to disclose that Openminds Center, Dubai organized its first clinical case meeting, 2022 by Ms. Priyanka Dang- Lead Clinician of Openminds Education and Training Center, and further led by Ms. Ethar Bashir- Lead Clinician of Community Awareness & Self Help/ Support Groups
KHDA Approved- Student Wellbeing in the Classroom
- Date:26th September 2022.
- Event: OPENMINDS Training & Education Dubai- UAE
Openminds Education & Training Center, Dubai conducted its KHDA-approved training on Student Well-being in the Classroom. The interactive session by Dr Kirin Hilliar focused on identification and reporting of suspected abuse of a child. It was an enriching experience for the teachers and other participants in attendance.
For more updates on courses by Openminds Education and training center, stay tuned:
Online Webinar: Introduction to Feeding Therapy
- Date: 30th July 2022 at 9:30am- 10:30am
- Clinician: Mrs. Rakhi Joshy
- Venue: Online- Zoom
If your child limits themself exclusively to the certain texture of foods & refuse to eat. It may be a sign of feeding disorder.
Secondary to Sensory Concerns
Ms. Rakhi Joshy a DHA licensed speech-language pathologist at Openminds Center, Dubai conducts a free webinar on Introduction to Feeding Therapy.
Openminds Center proudly announces its association with Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Hospital, Dubai
- Hospital: Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Hospital Dubai
Openminds Psychiatry Counselling & Neuroscience Center, Dubai is proud to announce its association & collaboration with Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Hospital, Dubai as a Mental Health Partner.
Openminds Center, Dubai would like to thank Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Hospital, Dubai for taking an important initiative for keeping mental health as a priority
Emirates NBD
WEBINAR: Mindfulness
- Date & Time: July 22, 2021
- Clinician: Ms. Letizia Mugnai
- Company: Tanfeeth- An Emirates NBD Group of Company
Dr. Letizia is an Italian Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Psychotherapist with more than 15 years of experience in the Mental Health field. OPENMINDS Psychiatry, Counselling & Neuroscience Centre conducted a wonderful seminar for the Functional Heads of Emirates NBD group with an intention to cover the mental health wellness – program.
Emirates NBD
WEBINAR: STRESS and ANXIETY
- Date & Time: July 22, 2021
- Clinician: Ms. Letizia Mugnai
- Company: Tanfeeth- An Emirates NBD Group of Company
Ms. Nour Diam is a CDA Licensed Professional Psychologist with a wide experience in helping children, adolescents and adults with a diversity at OPENMINDS Psychiatry, Counselling & Neuroscience Centre conducted a wonderful seminar for the Functional Heads of Emirates NBD group with an intention to cover the stress and anxiety – program
Dubai Health Authority Event: FOCUS GROUP
- Date: 15th June 2022.
- Event: Medical Education and Research Department: Dubai Health Authority (DHA)
Dubai Health Authority has always been working on measures towards the betterment of the community and residents of the United Arab Emirates.
Openminds Psychiatry Counseling and Neuroscience Center has been recognized as one of the best in practice in mental health services and has been invited to participate in the FOCUS GROUP to learn about the advanced work methodology that can adopted in providing mental health services by DHA.
A team of mental health & child intervention services had participated and shared valuable inputs to the authorities.
Online Webinar: Dysgraphia and Handwriting Difficulties
- Date: 27th June 2022 at 6:00pm- 7pm
- Clinician: Mrs. Tania Hachem
- Venue: Online- Zoom
Mrs. Tania Hachem a Psychomotor Therapist at OPENMINDS Psychiatry, Counselling & Neuroscience Centre is conducting a free webinar on dysgraphia and handwriting difficulties
This webinar is designated to help parents and teachers know more about dysgraphia and handwriting difficulties. It will shed light on the signs and symptoms as well as the way to diagnose this disorder. Psychomotor intervention will be also discussed by presenting the prerequisites skills, the techniques for handwriting and few tips for teachers and parents.
Workshop: Enhance Your Wellbeing
- Date:14th June 2022.
- Event: Employee Assistance Program for Dow Chemical IMEA GmbH (Dubai Branch)
Our Clinical Psychologist, Mrs. Carla Chedid conducted an Employee Assistance Program, session for Dow Chemicals IMEA GmbH (Dubai Branch) on Enhance your Wellbeing.
Mrs. Carla Chedid covered several areas with regards to enhancing one’s wellbeing.
- How to recognize early signs in employees (what to look out for)
- Burn out management
- Conflict Resolution
- Strategies/tips to manage conflict between leader and employee
- Time and energy management for leaders
Mrs. Carla Chedid is a Clinical Psychologist with over 10 years of experience in the field. She has a wide experience in the domain of assessment and therapy especially that she holds a second degree as a psychomotor therapist.
Забота о себе во время перемен и неопределённости
- Date: 16th June 2022 at 10am- 11am
- Clinician: Dr. Jelena Lubenko & Dr. Malokhat Sadikova
- Venue: Online- Zoom
Елена Любенко (Dr Psych), клинический психолог Центра OPENMINDS в сотрудничестве с American Medical Center проводит бесплатный вебинар на тему Забота о себе во время перемен и неопределенности. Читайте в описании, кому будет полезен вебинар и что предлагаем. Будем рады видеть всех желающих!
Nutrition Workshop at Fitness First, Dubai
- Date:30th May, 2022
- Event: Functional Nutrition Workshop with Fitness First, Dubai
Our Functional Nutrition, Mrs. Jane Darakjian conducted a nutrition workshop session for the members associated with Fitness First, Dubai
Dr. Darakjian is an Armenian Lebanese trained in Beirut at Rejuvenating and Cardiac clinic. Over 14 years she practiced Head of the Clinical dietician Department covering: oncology, dyslipidaemia, metabolic syndrome, mental health, chronic conditions, diabetes, GI tracks, sports medicine and advanced in functional nutrition and exercise therapy through holistic approach.
Workshop: ABA- Parent Training Workshop
- Date: 4th June 2022 at 11am- 1pm
- Clinician: Mr Hong Chun tan
- Venue: Online- Zoom
Hong Chun Tan is a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA) and a Qualified Behavior Analyst (QBA) at OPENMINDS Psychiatry, Counselling & Neuroscience Centre is conducting a Workshop on ABA- Parent Training Workshop
This series of workshop is designed to help parents to understand the science and practical applications of behavior analysis. It will also share a few strategies to teach functional behavior skills that are important for children’s developmental milestones such as communication, language, ADL, and how to promote good behavior in daily life. This series of workshop is suitable for parents who have young children with developmental concerns, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), speech delay, and other developmental delays.
WEBINAR: Understanding ADHD in Children
- Date: 30th May 2022 at 8.30pm
- Clinician: Mrs. Carla Chedid
- Venue: Online- Zoom
Mrs. Carla Chedid, Clinical Psychologist at OPENMINDS Psychiatry, Counselling & Neuroscience Centre is conducting a Free Webinar on Understanding ADHD in children.
This workshop is designed to help parents and teachers understand the characteristics of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, and share few strategies that can help children with ADHD manage their behavior. It will also shred the lights on the best way to diagnose the deficit of attention and to differentiate it from other disorders such as dyspraxia, anxiety sensory integration disorder.
Workshop: Work life Balance
- Date:19th May, 2022
- Event: Employee Assistance Program for Tanfeeth- An Emirates NBD Group of Company
Our Psychologist, Ms. Ethar Bashir conducted an Employee Assistance Program/ training workshop session for the Functional Heads of Tanfeeth- An Emirates NBD group on Work Life Balance & Mindfulness
Ms. Ethar Bashir is a Community Development Authority (CDA) and Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC) licensed clinical psychologist with an extensive training and educational background from the United Kingdom
Openminds Center proudly announces its association with American Medical Center, Dubai
- Clinic: American Medical Center, Dubai
Openminds Psychiatry Counselling & Neuroscience Center, Dubai is proud to announce its association & collaboration with American Medical Center, Dubai as a Mental Health Partner.
Openminds Center, Dubai would like to thank American Medical Center, Dubai: for taking an important initiative for keeping mental health as a priority
WEBINAR: Mindfulness
- Date: Thursday 12th May, 2022
- Event: Employee Assistance Program for Emirates NBD
Our Psychologist, Ms. Letizia Mugnai conducted an Employee Assistance Program/ training workshop session for the Functional Heads of Emirates NBD group with an intention to cover the mental health wellness – program.
Dr. Letizia is Italian Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Psychotherapist with more than 15 years of experience in Mental Health field, working in her private practice and medical clinics in Italy
Employee Assistance Program with
Tanfeeth: An Emirates NBD Group
- Company: Tanfeeth- An Emirates NBD Group of Company
- Address:: OPENMINDS Psychiatry, Counselling & Neuroscience Centre
Openminds Psychiatry Counselling & Neuroscience Center, Dubai is proud to announce its association & collaboration with Tanfeeth: Emirates NBD Group of Company as a Mental Health Partner.
Openminds Center, Dubai would like to thank Tanfeeth: Emirates NBD Group of Company for taking an important initative for holistically look after the employees wellbeing and management.
Baby Massage Therapy
- Date: Monday, 9th May 2022 at 11 am
- Clinician: Mrs. Benedicte Joland
- Address:: OPENMINDS Psychiatry, Counselling & Neuroscience Centre
Mrs. Benedicte Joland, Psychomotor Therapist and IAIM Certified Baby massage therapist at OPENMINDS Psychiatry, Counselling & Neuroscience Centre are conducting a baby massage session with 5 classes of the workshop for 1.30 hours, designated to the parents who want to learn the baby massage (according to the IAIM program- International Association of Infant Massage).
WEBINAR: Fasting during the holy month of RAMDAN and no more diet, sustainability in health figure
- Date: Friday, 8th April 2022
- Expert Speaker: Dr. Jane Darjkian
- Event: Employee Assistance Program for Al Naboodha
Our Functional Nutrition and Dietitian Dr. Jane Darajkian conducted an employee assistance program with an intention to provide guidelines on fasting in the holy month of Ramadan and to acquire a sustainability in health figure.
WEBINAR: STRESS and ANXIETY
- Date: April 7, 2022
- Event: Employee Assistance Program for Emirates NBD
Our Psychologist, Ms. Nour Diam conducted an Employee Assistance Program/ training workshop session for the Functional Heads of Emirates NBD group with an intention to cover the stress and anxiety – program.
Ms. Nour Diam, a UK trained Psychologist posses an extensive experience in occupational and organizational psychology.
Autism & Introduction to ABA THerapy
- Date: Saturday, 2nd April 2022 at 11 am
- Clinician: Mr. Hong Chun Tan
- Venue: Online- ZOOM
Mr. Hong Chun Tan, Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) at OPENMINDS is conducting a Free Webinar on Autism & Introduction to ABA Therapy.
This webinar is aimed at parents who’s child is receiving ABA services. As parents, you are the child’s biggest fan, and best advocate for his/her needs. Through this introductory webinar, you will learn a brief overview what autism and ABA is, how ABA is applied to teach children with autism to function in their daily life.
International Women's Day: Supporting Women's Resilience
- Date: Tuesday, 8th March 2022 at 2pm
- Clinician: Dr. Letizia Mugnai
- Venue: Online- ZOOM
Women are often reported to be more likely than men to develop stress-related psychological sequelae (SRPS), such as symptoms of major depressive disorder (MDD), generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), in response to an index stressor.
Dr. Letizia Mugnai offers a free webinar on supporting women resilience on this International Women’s Day 2022.
We will also leave time for Q&A.
Mental Health and Wellness - Grief Counseling
- Date: March 02, 2022
- Event: Grief Counselling Program for Majid Al Futtaim Group
Our Psychologist, Ms. Sailaja Menon conducted a Grief Counselling session for the top management of Majid Al Futtaim Group.Grief counseling can help people of all ages work through sorrow and other emotions that are part of a normal reaction to losing someone.
A group of top management from Majid Al Futtaim Trust attended the session.
Health & Wellness Transformation "New in You: : 2022
- Date: 10th February - 30th April 2022
- Expert Speaker: Dr. Jane Darakjian- Functional Nutrition
Learning Disorders- From Diagnosis to Intervention
- Date & Time: Saturday 15th January, 2021 , Saturday : 10.00 A.M GST
- Price: Free
- Clinician: Mrs. Carla Chedid, Ms. Rakhi Joshy, Ms. Tania Hachem & Mr. Ahmmed Ali
- Venue:: ONLINE- Zoom
Teachers are often the first to notice that a child has a Learning Disorder.
Our Child Intervention team at OPENMINDS Psychiatry, Counselling & Neuroscience Centre is conducting a Free Webinar on Learning Disorders- From Diagnosis to Intervention.
Learning Disorders are umbrella terms for a wide variety of learning problems.
The initial step starts with comprehensive assessments that help to diagnose Learning Disorders.
And how does the therapist evaluate and intervene with students having learning disorders?
Elimination of violence against women - Women’s Pavilion Expo 2020
- Date: Thursday, November 25th | 11:00 AM
- Expert Speaker: Dr Kirin Fiona Hilliar
- Venue: Women’s Pavilion Expo 2020
Dr Kirin Fiona Hilliar, Psychologist at OPENMINDS Centre for Psychiatry, Counselling and Neuroscience joined discussions around the global issue of violence and abuse against women, led by Abu Dhabi Center for Sheltering & Humanitarian Care – Ewaa, to raise awareness of issues facing women and enhance the centre’s role in combating all types of harm and violence.
WEBINAR: Pediatric Chronic Pain
- Date & Time: November 26, 2021 , Friday : 11.00 A.M GST
- Price: Free
- Clinician: Ms Priyanka Dang
- Venue:: ONLINE- Zoom
Pediatric chronic pain is often an underdiscussed and overlooked problem. Parents and children often struggle with having to navigate this issue without proper help.
Ms Priyanka Dang, clinical psychologist at OpenMinds will discuss pediatric chronic pain and provide parents and professionals with the knowledge and practical tips they need to manage it and build a community of pain free, healthier happier children.
Support Group: Unpleasant Body Image among Woman
- Date & Time: November 27, 2021 , Saturday : 5.00 P.M GST
- Price: 50 AED
- Clinician: Ms. Esther John Mathews
- Venue:: ONLINE- Zoom
Unpleasant Body Image is a woman centric support group facilitated by our female Clinical Psychologist, Ms. Esther John Mathews. This group provides support for women who have a distorted sense of body image. This support group will be held on Online due to Covid.
This group help clients to learn resources for body image, understanding how body image works, working with low self-esteem that is associated to Body Image, Relearning Behaviors that contribute to Body Image.
OPENMINDS 2nd Anniversary
- Date & Time: October 28, 2021 , Thursday : 08.00 P.M GST
- Venue:: Mercure Hotel, Dubai
We celebrated our two years of success and service to provide the highest quality of Mental Health and Child Intervention Services. On this perfect occasion, our entire team enjoyed ample celebrations here with fun-filled team building games, exciting events followed by cake cutting ceremony.
This milestone of commitment and hard work proved that we could create wonders in recovery and better quality of life in individuals, their families, and the community through intervention and treatment!
We hope that these celebrations reach for the sky to create an aura for us to thrive ahead to provide the best of child intervention services & mental health care to our service users through the quality, education, training, and cost effectiveness of the services we provide, with utmost care & compassion.
OPENMINDS Centre does what we do. “CLEAR MINDS, HEALTHY LIVES”
Coping with Involuntary childlessness- WEBINAR
- Date & Time: October 24, 2021 , Sunday : 09.00 A.M GST
- Price: Free
- Clinician: Dr. Kirin Fiona Hilliar
- Venue:: ONLINE- Zoom
Do you have the desire to have a child, but due to personal circumstances, find yourself to be unable to achieve this dream? The experience of involuntary childlessness (or ‘childless not by choice’ [CNBC]) can have a huge impact on our self-identity, relationships, and sense of purpose. This one-hour webinar will provide an educational exploration of the experiences of those who are CNBC, and what people can do to support themselves or their loved ones who are CNBC. With a panel of experts who have their own lived experience of involuntary childlessness: ♦️ Michael Hughes: Michael is one-half of a childless marriage, and one-third of The Fullstop Podcast (whose aim is to highlight the issues experienced by the childless community, and to give hope to those on the path to accepting a life without children). He also blogs at www.marriedandchildless.com on the male childless experience, and is one of the founders of The Clan Of Brothers – a safe, virtual space for childless men. ♦️ Sarah Roberts: Counsellor and Founder of The Empty Cradle: a specialist counselling service for involuntary childless women. Sarah is also completing a Masters in Social Work (MSW) focusing on women’s grief and transition to permanent involuntary childlessness. ♦️ Hosted by Dr Kirin Hilliar, Psychologist at OpenMinds Centre, and Assistant Professor of Psychology at Heriot-Watt University, Dubai Campus.
WEBINAR: Functional independence skills for every child
- Date & Time: October 13, 2021 , Wednesday : 07.30 P.M GST
- Price: Free
- Clinician: Mrs. Carla Chedid
- Venue:: ONLINE- Zoom
Mrs. Carla Chedid, Clinical Psychologist at OPENMINDS Psychiatry, Counselling & Neuroscience Centre is conducting a Free Webinar on Emotional well-being of breast cancer survivors.
Multiple medical treatments don’t include a holistic approach for the breast cancer survivor’s recovery. Researches showed how cognitive and behavioral therapy could have a positive impact on the well-being of breast cancer survivors. Therefore the following webinar aims to provide survivors with strategies that will:
- Enhance their confidence regarding their body image which could be affected after breast surgeries,
- Help survivors manage their pain post-treatment by implementing breathing and relaxation exercises.
- Reduce fear and anxiety of cancer recurrence
SCHOOL WORKSHOP: Wellbeing Assistance Program
- Date & Time: September 16, 2021 , Thursday : 1.00 P.M GST
- Clinician: Ms. Asmahan Saleh Khalil
- Venue:: Global Indian International School, Al Meydan Road | Dubai, UAE
Ms Asmahan Saleh Khalil, Board Certified Behavior Analyst at OPENMINDS Psychiatry, Counselling & Neuroscience Centre conducted a wonderful seminar on Wellbeing Assistance Program for teachers at Global Indian International School, Dubai.
The workshop was intended to support the educators so they can support their students in their classroom.
The workshop was well received , engaging, knowledgeable and interactive that we got great feedback from the teachers.
The teachers who participated in the workshop were all delighted and thankful for the activity.
We do look forward for more successful workshops.
OPENMINDS Centre completing 2 years of mental health care
- Date: September 19, 2021
It’s been 2 years since we embarked on a mission to provide the highest quality of Mental Health and Child Intervention Services that promote recovery and better quality of life and to be committed to the wellness of individuals, their families, and the community through intervention, treatment, education and prevention.
As we step into the 3rd year of this mission, we wish to thank all our clients for trusting us as your mental health partner that has been our prime driving force.
We humbly thank all our clinicians who have joined hands with us in this divine mission.
We thank all our staff, friends and well-wishers who have all been a part of this journey and growth of success.
In this 3rd year, we promise to give our persistent commitment in continuing to provide the best of child intervention services & mental health care to our service users through the quality, education, training, and cost-effectiveness of the services we provide, with utmost care & compassion.
OPENMINDS Centre does what we do. “CLEAR MINDS, HEALTHY LIVES”
WEBINAR: Functional independence skills for every child
- Date & Time: August 14, 2021 , Saturday : 12.00 P.M GST
- Price: Free
- Clinician: Ms. Asmahan Saleh Khalil
- Venue:: ONLINE- Zoom
Ms Asmahan Saleh Khalil, Board Certified Behavior Analyst at OPENMINDS Psychiatry, Counselling & Neuroscience Centre is conducting a Free Webinar on Sexual health education for students with Autism and intellectual disability: Across age and stages.
This webinar is an introductory window into sexual health education for students with Autism and IDD. We will explore this multidimensional plan, discuss how essential it is, and go over some fundamental goals to include in the skill acquisition programs of all children, from early stages to adolescence and adulthood. Participants will be able to extract age-appropriate and developmentally suitable objectives for their students, as well as gain an overarching understanding of what sexual health education entails.
The session will be followed by a 15 minute Q&A.
WEBINAR: Functional independence skills for every child
- Date & Time: July 31, 2021 , Saturday : 10.00 A.M GST
- Price: Free
- Clinician: Ms. Asmahan Saleh Khalil
- Venue:: ONLINE- Zoom
Ms Asmahan Saleh Khalil, Board Certified Behavior Analyst at OPENMINDS Psychiatry, Counselling & Neuroscience Centre is conducting a Free Webinar on Functional independence skills for every child.
This 45 minutes workshop will guide parents and professionals on how to implement an home program that includes functional independence skills for every child. We will go over the basic functional assessments and program ideas for different ages and abilities.
The session will be followed by a 15 minute Q&A.
WEBINAR: Becoming an RBT: Procedures and Tips
- Date & Time: July 17, 2021 , Saturday : 10.00 A.M GST
- Price: Free
- Clinician: Ms. Asmahan Saleh Khalil & Ms. Pooja Rana
- Venue:: ONLINE- Zoom
Ms Asmahan Saleh Khalil, Board Certified Behavior Analyst & Ms Pooja Rana, Behavior Therapist at OPENMINDS is conducting a Free Webinar on Becoming an RBT: Procedures and Tips.
The number of RBT’s nationwide and worldwide has increased significantly. As more individual seek this certification, other still have pending questions about the procedure, roles and maintenance criteria of an RBT.
Ms Pooja will address these questions and go into a detailed account of what the process is, so you can decide if it is right for you.
We will also leave time for Q&A.
Virtual Workshop- Achieving Life Balance using Wheel of Life Approach
- Date: July 07, 2021
- Event: Virtual Workshop for Woman
Our Family/Marriage Counselling | Licensed Psychologist, Ms. Huda Khreishi instructed a webinar about “Achieving life balance using wheel of life approach” by Mind Mina in partnership with Badiri Academy.
In this webinar, Ms. Huda Khreishi provided another perspective about the powerful approach of “life-wheel”.
The workshop was attended by 40 different Arab Nationals. This had been an exclusive event for Woman.
Anti-Bullying Workshop - Awareness and Mentoring
- Date: June 10, 2021
- Event: Workshop for Special Needs Children
Our Child Psychologist, Ms Ethar Bashir conducted a workshop for an organization that deals with special needs children on the important issues related to bullying and provides practical ways to counter it.
WEBINAR: Introduction to ABA for parents: What you need to know
- Date & Time: June 23, 2021 , Wednesday : 08.00 P.M
- Price: Free
- Clinician: Ms. Asmahan Saleh Khalil
- Venue:: ONLINE- Zoom
Ms. Asmahan Saleh Khalil, Board Certified Behavior Analyst at OPENMINDS is conducting a Free Webinar on Introduction to ABA for parents. This webinar is aimed at parents whose child is receiving ABA services. As parents, you are the child’s biggest fan and best advocate for his/her needs. Through this introductory webinar, you will learn what ABA is, what you can expect from the sessions, and how you can supplement the therapy at home and in the community.
We will also leave time for Q&A.
Mental Health and Wellness - Awareness and Mentoring
- Date: April 07, 2021
- Event: Employee Assistance Program for al Naboodha
Our Psychologist, Ms. Sailaja Menon conducted an Employee Assistance Program/ training workshop session for the Functional Heads of Al Naboodah Contracting Co. LLC as an intention to cover “Mental Health and Wellness – Awareness and Mentoring” – program where the organization selected key individuals within their business to become Mentors or go-to points for individuals if they are suffering from any issues (or for them to act as mentors).
More than 40 people attended the workshop. Ms. Sailaja included COVID-19 management from a Mental Health point of view for the attendees to cope with the current situation.
WellBeing Resolution- Student Wellbeing Program
- Clinician: Dr. Anna Grazia Lecca
- Venue:: GEMS Wellington Academy
- Date: April 22, 2021
- Event: WellBeing Resolution- Student Wellbeing Program
Dr Anna Grazia Lecca PhD: Clinical Psychologist at OPENMINDS Centre conducted an internal workshop created by the staff and students of GEMS Wellington Academy as a part of their student well-being program.
OPENMINDS Psychiatry, Counselling& Neuroscience Centre, Dubai | Corporate Film
- Date: FEBRUARY 09, 2021
- Event: Corporate Film
OPENMINDS Centre Dubai is a pre-eminent mental health & wellness center conveniently located in Tecom, Dubai and provides a friendly, warm and modern environment, ideal for starting your mental health journey.
At Openminds Centre, our team of clinicians integrates different therapeutic methodologies in a holistic perspective of the treatment approach which helps the clients to harmonize their challenging situations balancing their emotions with insightful thoughts, and enhancing the understanding of their experiences in their spiritual dimension.
Experience OPENMINDS Centre in our corporate video here:
Most Valuable Medical Innovation Award
- Date: JANUARY 14, 2021
- Event: Covid-19 Healthcare Excellence Awards
- Awarded by: World Medical Council- WMC
- Venue: Dubai
We are so glad and proud that the MOST VALUABLE MEDICAL INNOVATION AWARD has been bestowed upon OPENMINDS PSYCHIATRY COUNSELING AND NEUROSCIENCE CENTER in recognition of our Professional Excellence and Outstanding Contribution during the Covid-19 response.
ONLINE COUNSELLING
- Time: Upon Appointment
- Price: Depends on Session
- Clinician: Upon Booking
- Address:: OPENMINDS Psychiatry, Counselling & Neuroscience Centre
In order to reduce the barriers to seek support or treatment, we expanded our highly secure Telehealth platform where children, adults and families can receive video consultation and or counseling services from our highly skilled clinical staff remotely and from the comfort of their homes and can be beneficial to improve access to emotional healthcare services, avoid travelling costs and most importantly, reduces waiting time.
Dr. Shankar Srinivas take a part in Meet the Masters by Medibiz Tv
- Date: DECEMBER 28,2020
- Host: MediBiz TV
- Address:: OPENMINDS Psychiatry, Counselling & Neuroscience Centre
Dr. Shankar Srinivas Kuchibatla take a part in Meet the Masters by Medibiz Tv!
Meet the Masters is a series of interview conducted by MediBiz TV for introducing the Business Leaders most prominently in Medical Sector of UAE.
Emarati Program Interview with Dr. Shankar Srinivas
- Date: JANUARY 16,2021
- Host: Emarati TV
- Address:: OPENMINDS Psychiatry, Counselling & Neuroscience Centre
Emarati Program Interview with Dr. Shankar Srinivas, Medical/Managing Director at OPENMINDS Centre. In this Interview Dr. Shankar talks about his vision of starting a Centre with Holistic approach where people can recover from mental health illnesses without life long medication with the support of various specialties in psychology and more.
Employee Assistance Program
- Time: Upon Request
- Price: Depends on Session
- Lecturer: Our Professional Team of Psychiatrists & Psychologists
- Address: Depends on Event
Our comprehensive Employee Wellness Program is designed to improve the well-being of all employees and reduce or eliminate mental health issues affecting employee health and work productivity. The Wellness Program will consist of activities that include awareness, lifestyle change, and a supportive environment.
Online consultation / Tele Therapy
- Time: Upon Appointment
- Price: Upon Session
- Clinician: Upon Booking
- Venue: OPENMINDS Psychiatry, Counselling & Neuroscience Centre
Consultations are carried over via online.
VITAA Alumni meet – VELLORE Institute of technology
- Date: October 18, 2019
- Expert Speaker: Dr. Shankar Srinivas Kuchibatla
- Venue: HOTEL RITZ CARLTON, JBR, DUBAI
VITAA Alumuni meet – VELLORE Institute of technology
THE SECRET TO HAPPINESS AND SUCCESS IS CLOSER THAN YOU THINK.
- Date: Friday, 11th October 2019* at 3pm
- Expert Speaker: Dr. Shankar Srinivas Kuchibatla
- Venue: Belek Conference Hall, Rixos The Palm Dubai Hotel & Suites
In observance of *World Mental Health Day*, Rixos The Palm Dubai Hotel & Suites Organized *Minds Over Matter*, a half-day event packed with activities to raise awareness about mental fitness.