The LightHouse Arabia

If someone in your life was struggling with their mental health, would you know what to do? What to say? When it comes to mental health, knowing how to respond to a crisis can make all the difference. That’s why The LightHouse Arabia has committed to training Mental Health First Aiders (mental health first responders) through the internationally recognized Mental Health First Aid Certificate program. This course is ideal for *People managers *HR professionals *Community leaders *Clergy *Educators *Healthcare providers (doctors, nurses, administrators) *Parents *University students *Anyone interested in learning more about mental health. Age: 18+ Whether you’re a caregiver, friend, or just someone who wants to make a difference, Mental Health First Aid can equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to help support someone who is struggling. — Join our next training: Date: Wednesday, 11th December  Time: 9.30 am - 2.30 pm (10 hours total) Investment: AED 1,595 per person + 5% VAT Register: https://lnkd.in/dESybqNS or link in stories * Participants who successfully complete the training to become MHFAiders will receive a certificate of accreditation and an accreditation card valid for three (3) years. * Attendees must collect the printed manual from TLA in advance of the training or arrange for it to be delivered. *We are now issuing 6.55 CME/CPD credit points from the DHA along with this certification for those interested. -—— Who Facilitates The MHFA Training: The training is delivered by clinicians from The LightHouse Arabia. *The LightHouse Arabia is the only institution in the UAE certified to deliver the internationally recognized Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) certificate course.* #DiscoverYourLight #MentalHealthMatters #MentalWellbeing #EmotionalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #TherapyMatters #EmotionalWellness #UAEwellness #psychologydubai 

🌟 Proud to Share My Achievement!🌟 I’m excited to announce that I am now a certified Mental Health First Aider (MHFA) through the incredible program facilitated by The LightHouse Arabia. The program deepened my understanding of mental health challenges, equipped me with tools to provide initial support, and emphasized the importance of creating safe, non-judgmental spaces for those in need. Mental health is a crucial part of overall well-being, and I’m committed to being a resource and advocate for mental health in both personal and professional settings. If you ever need a listening ear or guidance on mental health resources, please feel free to reach out. Together, we can work towards breaking the stigma and fostering a culture of understanding and support. #MentalHealth #MHFA #Wellbeing #BreakingTheStigma

Especially in times of crisis, seeking community support becomes even more important. We find that people often join our mental health support groups to establish a sense of community and mutual understanding. Being in the company of those who have faced similar challenges allows for the sharing of personal experiences, emotions, and coping strategies, alleviating the profound sense of isolation that often accompanies life struggles. A one-time free Grief Consultation will be required before registering for a Grief Support Group. Please contact us at +971 (0)4 380 2088 to schedule an appointment with one of our Grief Support Specialists. #DiscoverYourLight  #CommunitySupport #MentalWellbeing #EmotionalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #TherapyMatters #EmotionalWellness #UAEwellness #psychologydubai

We stand together, united, and hopeful on Eid Al Etihad. Our wish for the UAE is to have a future filled with progress and peace. 🇦🇪✨ #DiscoverYourLight #UAENationalDay #MentalWellbeing #EmotionalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #TherapyMatters #EmotionalWellness #UAEwellness #psychologydubai #mydubai

Exercise functions like a "training ground" for your body's stress response. When you work out, you're essentially teaching your body how to react to stress in a controlled environment. This repeated activation strengthens the body's ability to cope with stress, so when real stress arises, you're better equipped to handle it calmly and effectively. #DiscoverYourLight #StressManagement #ExerciseForMentalHealth #MindBodyConnection #EmotionalWellbeing #MentalHealthAwareness #TherapyMatters #EmotionalWellness #UAEwellness #psychologydubai

When we are flooded, our ability to plan, organize, think clearly is compromised–which is why having a plan that you can access right away will help contain the overwhelm. Sure, there are many things you can do preventatively to keep overwhelm at bay-however, be prepared that there will be times where you will be overwhelmed in public. What should you do then? • Leave the room whenever possible. No matter where you are, leave the place where you felt triggered. I have already thought about and identified the ‘safe zones’ in my work, loud public places like malls, and when in doubt–you can always go to the washroom. • Engage in some deep, slow #breathing…the double inhale, long exhale is a great way to bring yourself to calm. Box breathing, as well as the extended exhale are all great. Not only does it reset the nervous system, it gets your mind to focus on something other than the overwhelm. • Engage in grounding exercises. • Reach out to someone in person is preferred, but phone call is also ok. Talking to a safe person will help you feel supported. Think about the smallest and most immediate steps you have to take in the next couple of hours. It’s easy to start catastrophizing and start thinking about weeks and months ahead–don’t. Keep your head down, and focused on the next few hours and getting the immediate tasks done. It is very normal and the most prepared of us will feel #overwhelmed sometimes… drop the criticism and stick to a plan to get through those times. Write down your ‘overwhelm action plan’ in your phone and then all you have to do when you are overwhelmed is access that note. Dr. Saliha Afridi, PsyD #DiscoverYourLight #MentalHealthTips #StressManagement #Wellbeing

Ditch the hustle, boost your focus! Dr Robert Chandler, Managing Director and Clinical Psychologist at The LightHouse Arabia unveils 5 steps to "Slow Work" success in his must-read article. #DiscoverYourLight #IncreaseProductivity #MentalHealthAwareness #EmotionalWellbeing #TherapyMatters 

Writing has always been more than a passion of mine – it’s been a way to step outside of my own head and share the powerful, personal, and sometimes raw stories of others. Writing about mental health this past year in particular has felt like my own form of therapy. It reminds me that I’m not alone on this journey and it’s deeply humbling to see how these stories resonate with so many people. It feels like it all came full circle this past weekend at the 2024 mentl awards where I was highly commended for my contributions to mental health writing at the Khaleej Times. Scott Armstrong, you've done an amazing job creating this platform to recognize all of the valuable work being done in the well-being space. I can't wait to see what the next year has in store! And to everyone out there championing mental health awareness and to those who’ve trusted me with their stories - thank you. This honor belongs to you as much as it does to me. Michael Jabri-Pickett Anamika Chatterjee Somya Mehta Karishma Nandkeolyar Adel AlFalasi Anna Marie Lopes Dr. Nahida Nayaz Ahmed Chaanan Kaur (She/Her) Sage Clinics Dr Bisi L Chris Haill Kes Smith-Green Najah Musthafa Carine Bouery Dr. Masa Al-kurdi Monarch Health Centers The Psychiatry and Therapy Centre Rebecca Carter The LightHouse Arabia Aylish Rutherford Dr Vicki Mountford Helena El-Haddad OPENMINDS Centre for Psychiatry, Counselling and Neuroscience Tanya Dharamshi Charlotte Spurway Faris Al Hammadi SEHA - Abu Dhabi Health Services Co. Nikita Bhatnagar Connect Psychology Geraldine Naidoo Dr. Louise Lambert Zeta Yarwood Cliff Fernandes Anna Marków Dr Gurveen Ranger Manaal Mulla, MBACP Dr. Ola Wellness Hub

At Aspen we commit to providing memorable and stand-out learning opportunities for our entire community. On Friday night a select number of our students had an experience that they will remember for a life-time- winning the award for 'Outstanding Mental Health Initiative in Education at the mentl Awards 2024. This recognition means so much to Aspen Heights British School, and is truly a culmination of years and years of ensuring wellbeing and relationships are at the centre of all we do. Thank you to Lisa McDonald who commenced our first Mental Health Award application from Leeds Beckett University, to Redah Khan for leading our application and initiating the peer-peer mental health programme, and our amazing student mental health ambassadors who make such an impact with supporting their peers. We had some inspiring and impressive competition; Aldar Education and Kent College Dubai, GEMS Education and The LightHouse Arabia. It was a honour to be amongst such high calibre educationalists and mental health experts; we look forward to collaborating in the future, strengthening provision in the region for our young people. We are extending our programme with Mind Your Health Ltd training later next month, and we are excited to launch the 'I support my friends' Supreme Council for Motherhood & Childhood programme in the new year. International Schools Partnership - Middle East International Schools Partnership Limited Bharat Mansukhani Kam Bhamra Rory Galvin Tracy McIlroy Sheetal Khullar Adhvaryu Scott Armstrong #GrowwithAspen #Whereconfidencegrows

The LightHouse is one of the first and longstanding mental health clinics in the UAE and it has led the way in raising awareness, destigmatizing mental health, and shaping the mental health services in the country. 🇦🇪 From the start, we have had a vision for transforming mental health in the region and beyond, anchored in impeccable service, professional development, and deep community involvement. Our team of mental health professionals carries out our vision and mission, so we only select top clinicians worldwide who share our vision, standards, and values. If you feel you would be an asset to our clinical team of experienced psychologists (of all concentrations) and psychiatrists, you can send your CVs to: careers@lighthousearabia.com #DiscoverYourLight #nowhiring #careeropportunities #jobposting #jobhunt #jobopportunity #jobseekers #jobapplications #jobinterview #jobopeningalert #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthadvocate #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthfirstaid