Parent Counselling During Separation Dubai
- Retrieve Mind Poly Clinic
- 2 days ago
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Updated: 14 hours ago
Understanding Parent Counselling During Separation in Dubai
Separation is one of the most emotionally challenging experiences a family can go through. While adults struggle with their own pain, children often feel confused, anxious, or caught in the middle. Parents may worry about how to protect their child’s emotional wellbeing, how to communicate difficult changes, or how to co‑parent effectively during a stressful transition.
Structured parent counselling during separation in Dubai helps families navigate this period with clarity, compassion, and stability. Retrieve Mind Poly Clinic provides evidence‑based support to help parents understand their child’s emotional needs and respond in ways that promote resilience and security.
How Separation Affects Children
Children experience separation differently depending on their age, personality, and family dynamics. Common emotional and behavioural signs include:
Increased anxiety or clinginess
Mood swings or irritability
Sleep disturbances
Withdrawal or sadness
Academic difficulties
Acting out or defiance
Confusion about loyalty or belonging
Parent counselling helps caregivers understand these reactions and respond in a supportive, developmentally appropriate way.
Why Parent Counselling Matters
During separation, children look to their parents for emotional cues. When parents are overwhelmed, grieving, or in conflict, children may internalize the stress.
Counselling provides parents with:
Guidance on communicating separation in a child‑friendly way
Strategies to reduce conflict and protect the child’s emotional space
Tools to manage their own stress so they can support their child
Support in establishing consistent routines
Techniques for co‑parenting respectfully
Insight into how children process change and loss
The goal is not to “fix” the child — it is to empower parents to create a stable, nurturing environment.
What Parent Counselling During Separation Includes
Retrieve Mind Poly Clinic offers a structured, compassionate approach:
Psychiatric Support (When Needed)
Assessment for parental stress, anxiety, or depression
Support for emotional regulation
Guidance for parents struggling with sleep or burnout
Psychological Therapy
Parent‑focused counselling sessions
Child‑centred guidance for emotional expression
Co‑parenting strategies
Communication tools for difficult conversations
Behavioural support for children showing distress
Family‑systems‑based interventions
This integrated model ensures both parent and child receive the support they need.
How Parents Can Support Their Child During Separation
Counselling helps parents learn how to:
Maintain predictable routines
Avoid exposing the child to conflict
Reassure the child that they are loved by both parents
Encourage open, age‑appropriate conversations
Validate feelings without judgment
Avoid placing blame or using the child as a messenger
Create a sense of safety and emotional stability
Small, consistent actions make a significant difference in a child’s long‑term wellbeing.
Why Choose Retrieve Mind for Parent Counselling During Separation Dubai
Experienced child psychologists and family therapists
Evidence‑based, culturally sensitive support
Guidance for both parents and children
Confidential, non‑judgmental environment
Convenient location in Dubai Media City
Founder‑led expertise from Dr. Aju Abraham
Holistic approach to family wellbeing
Our mission is to help families navigate separation with compassion, clarity, and emotional safety.
Take the First Step Toward Supporting Your Child
Separation is difficult, but with the right support, families can move through it with strength and stability. Parent counselling provides the tools needed to protect your child’s emotional wellbeing and rebuild a healthy family dynamic.
Book a confidential parent counselling session at Retrieve Mind Poly Clinic today.
Contact Retrieve Mind Poly Clinic in Dubai Media City
👉 Call or WhatsApp: +971 50 206 6563 / +971 43 99 6919
Written by: Dr. Aju Abraham, MBBS (University of Kerala, India), MRCPSYCH (The Royal College of Psychiatrists, UK), Certificate of Completion Of Specialist Training (The Specialist Training Authority of the Medical Royal Colleges, UK), Postgraduate Diploma in Cognitive Therapy ( University of Durham, UK) Consultant Psychiatrist, Medical Director, Retrieve Mind Poly Clinic (25+ years experience, UK NHS & Middle East)
About the Author
Dr. Aju Abraham is a Consultant Psychiatrist and the Medical Director of Retrieve Mind Poly Clinic, Dubai Media City. He has over 25 years of clinical experience in psychiatry, spanning the UK National Health Service (NHS), Qatar, and the UAE.
His expertise covers adult psychiatry, mood and anxiety disorders, ADHD, relationship difficulties, and workplace stress.
Dr. Abraham’s approach integrates evidence-based medicine with a compassionate understanding of modern urban lifestyles. He regularly contributes to mental health awareness across educational and corporate settings in Dubai and Doha.
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