Community Mental Health Resources

Practical psychological tools from Thrive Wellbeing Centre

Free access to Thrive in 5 courses offering practical tools for anxiety, burnout, procrastination, and everyday wellbeing.

 
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At Thrive, we believe psychological tools should be accessible to anyone who may benefit from them.

During periods of uncertainty and stress, many people quietly carry more emotional pressure while continuing with the responsibilities of everyday life.

We are opening access to the Thrive in 5 library of courses as part of our commitment to supporting the wellbeing of our wider community. These short, evidence-based courses offer practical tools for common psychological challenges such as anxiety, burnout, procrastination, and perfectionism.

These short courses provide practical psychological tools that can be applied in everyday life and completed privately at your own pace. Topics include managing anxiety, avoiding burnout, connecting as a couple, moving away from perfectionism, tackling procrastination, and self-care.

About Thrive in 5

Thrive in 5 is the digital learning platform developed by Thrive Wellbeing Centre.

The courses were created by Dr. Sarah Rasmi, licensed psychologist and founder of Thrive Wellbeing Centre in Dubai, to make practical psychological tools more accessible to the wider community.

Thrive Wellbeing Centre is a mental health practice based in Dubai providing evidence-based psychiatry, therapy, and mental health services for adults, children, couples, and families. Our clinicians support individuals navigating anxiety, depression, burnout, relationship challenges, and life transitions.

Looking for Individual Support?

Self-guided tools are helpful, but some situations require individual support from a licensed psychologist or psychiatrist. You can learn more about the services available, including psychiatry, and therapy for adults, couples, children, and families.

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Practical Mental Health Resources

Thrive has developed a range of psychoeducational resources over the years to support individuals, families, and the wider community.

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Articles & Guides

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 Media Contributions

Study: COVID-19 stress is worsening depression, anxiety in pregnant and postnatal women

Gulf News. Dec 6, 2020

livehealthy.ae.

Dec 2, 2020.

One in five Covid-19 survivors could develop a mental illness, new research shows

The National AE. Nov 11, 2020

The Violence of Silence: Domestic Abuse in the Middle East

Vogue Man. Oct 15, 2020

Why It's Good To Talk About Your Mental Health

GQ Arabia. Oct 10, 2020

Mental health problems will be one of the most enduring effects of the pandemic, psychologists warn

The National AE. Oct 9, 2020

Why experts think the pandemic has contributed to a rise in plastic surgery

The National AE. Oct 4, 2020

First Day Back at School

Dubai Eye 103.8 with Helen Farmer. Aug 30, 2020. English Language

Covid 19 Back to School 2020. Or Not? And How? The New Landscape facing Schools and Parents in UAE Schools.

Schools Compared. August 23, 2020

Is Your Child A Video Game Addict?

Dubai Eye 103.8 with Helen Farmer. July 12, 2020. English Language

Let your kids get bored this summer – it’s good for them

LiveHealthy.ae. July 7, 2020.

Routine is important in childhood, even amidst a strange summer break

Friday. Jul 6, 2020

10 Ways to support your child’s mental health for the return to school during Covid-19

Baby & Child. June 28, 2020

COVID 19 – Back to school in September 2020? Our verdict: Children need schools to open

Schools Compared. June 23, 2020.

How to manage life after lockdown and what to expect

Mojeh. June 20, 2020

The rise of the 'quaranteenager': How to help young adults with their mental health during the pandemic

The National. June 20, 2020

Is Retail Therapy Really Good for Your Mental Health

Vogue Arabia. June 10, 2020

UAE psychologist launches course for Parenting in the Pandemic

Baby & Child. June 11, 2020

How To Make Your Relationship Outlast A Pandemic

Vogue. May 31, 2020

Anxious about the idea of being around people again? How to cope with life after lockdown

The National AE. May 24, 2020

Are You Eating Your Emotions?

B For Better Health. May 18, 2020

Pandemic Players: How COVID-19 changed gaming forever

Arabian Business. May 16, 2020

Emotional wellbeing of employees crucial for life after COVID-19: DSP

Emirates News Agency. May 13, 2020

How to safely lose weight while in quarantine

Friday Magazine. May 10, 2020

Dubai health expert warns of 'Zoom fatigue' danger among workers

Arab Business Lifestyle. May 12, 2020

Pray and play together: 9 ways to make Ramadan more special for children staying at home

The National AE. May 11, 2020

Parenting Styles

Dubai Eye 103.8 with Helen Farmer. April 26, 2020. English Language

Expect Covid-related rise in perinatal depression, warn experts

Baby & Child. May 6 2020

8 Places to find free maternal mental health support during lockdown

Baby & Child. May 7 2020

Coping with postpartum mood problems in a pandemic

Baby & Child. May 7 2020

Ramadan in coronavirus lockdown: Psychologists answer questions on mental health

Al Arabiya. April 30, 2020

How will the pandemic affect children's mental health in the long term? We ask UAE parents and experts

The National AE. April 22, 2020

Divorce rates up

Business Breakfast. April 19, 2020. English Language

From exercises to positive thinking, 14 expert tips for pregnant women staying home in their third trimester

The National AE. April 19, 2020

Vogue.me Investigates: The Surge In Domestic Violence Cases During Covid-19

Vogue Arabia. April 16, 2020

Covid-19: Don't let the pandemic effect your mental health

Khaleej Times. April 6 2020

Need help with your mental health? These clinics offer online therapy

The National AE. April 4 2020

How to maintain productivity at home during coronavirus lockdown

Arabian Business. April 4 2020

Helping children cope with anxiety during the coronavirus pandemic

Arab News. March 30 2020

6 expert rules for working at home in the UAE.

Khaleej Times. March 29, 2020.

Social distancing: How to do it right.

Khaleej Times. March 27, 2020

Tips on tolerating your partner, children and flatmates in close quarters

The National AE. March 25, 2020.

Empower children during adversity

Dubai Eye 103.8 with Helen Farmer. March 22, 2020. English Language

Coronavirus dark cloud may have a silver lining

The National AE. March 18, 2020.

Coronavirus and the root of our anxiety about catching it

The National AE. March 16, 2020.

Healthy Habits: What do we need to know about Covid19

Dubai Eye 103.8 with Helen Farmer. March 3, 2020. English Language

KHDA launches new distance learning platform.

Khaleej Times featuring #InThisTogetherDubai platform that Thrive is a part of. March 19, 2020. English Language.

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Still struggling? Find out how we can help. Our psychiatrists and psychologists are here for you, whether you need to heal or want to Thrive.

 
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