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Publications & Insights

Articles, guides, and mental health resources by Dr. Fatima Abdullah.

A calm therapy space representing relief from anxiety at Enliven Counselling Center, Dubai

Nov 24, 20252 min read

Anxiety: The Killer of Peace

Anxiety is more than worry — it is a nervous-system response that can steal your peace. Here is what anxiety actually is and the evidence-based ways to manage it.

A safe, calming counselling room for trauma therapy at Enliven Counselling Center, Dubai

Jun 11, 20262 min read

Trauma Therapy in Dubai: A Guide to Healing

Trauma therapy helps you process overwhelming experiences so they no longer control your present. Learn the signs of unresolved trauma and how therapy in Dubai helps.

A calm therapy room for EMDR sessions at Enliven Counselling Center, Dubai

Jun 10, 20262 min read

EMDR Therapy in Dubai: How It Works and Who It Helps

EMDR therapy helps the brain reprocess distressing memories so they lose their charge. Here is how EMDR works, what to expect, and where to find it in Dubai.

A young adult journaling to build emotional regulation skills — Enliven Counselling Center, Dubai

Oct 7, 20253 min read

Empowering Young Adults: Tools for Emotional Regulation

Emotional regulation is a skill, not a personality trait. Practical tools — mindfulness, journaling, movement, creativity, and support — that help young adults manage emotions.

A teenager practising calm breathing — teen anxiety support at Enliven Counselling Center, Dubai

Oct 7, 20252 min read

Navigating Anxiety: Effective Techniques for Teens

Teen anxiety has reached record levels, but it is manageable. Five practical, evidence-based techniques that help teenagers navigate anxious feelings.

Two parents reconnecting through better communication — couples and family counselling at Enliven, Dubai

Oct 7, 20253 min read

Restoring Relationships: Counseling Strategies for Parents

Parenting can strain even strong relationships. Practical counselling strategies — communication, empathy, conflict resolution, and self-care — to help parents reconnect.

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