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The Emotional Wellbeing Checkup is a quick and easy way to get an expert opinion on the state of your emotional wellbeing. Just like physical health checkups, an emotional wellbeing checkup can help ensure that you are not overlooking any issues that might impact your emotional health and your overall wellbeing. These can be done in person or online from anywhere in the world. To book your Emotional Wellbeing Check-up, you can call The LightHouse Arabia or email: reception@lighthousearabia.com #DiscoverYourLight #EmotionalWellbeing #MentalHealthMatters #WellbeingCheckup #EmotionalHealth #OnlineCounseling #MentalHealthSupport #SelfCare #TherapyWorks #MentalHealthAwareness

I did a two day course at The LightHouse Arabia on Acceptance and commitment therapy with Daniella Salazar. I would highly recommend it for everyone. It was insightful, informative and most of all made me even more excited to one day become a clinical psychologist. https://lnkd.in/eH4WU9Yv

At Khazna, we are deeply committed to raising awareness and encouraging proactive steps to prioritize health and well-being. Throughout the month, we hosted various activities to support breast cancer awareness and promote a culture of health consciousness. Our collaboration with Friends of Cancer Patients and Pink Caravan enabled us to offer screenings and host an informative awareness session, providing valuable insights and resources. We also worked with Marianne Tafani from Core Connect for a mindful movement session, emphasizing mobility and mental relaxation. Additionally, we teamed up with The LightHouse Arabia for a session led by Dr. Ottilia Brown, PhD, where we explored strategies for coping with anxiety and managing stress effectively. To conclude this meaningful month, we came together for Pink Day at our office, a moment to reflect on the initiatives and unite in our commitment to promoting health and wellness. #pinktober #pinkmonth #paintitpink #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth #BreastCancerAwareness #KhaznaDataCenters

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

Delighted to attend the webinar, "Coping with anxiety: What to do when you worry too much" on September 18 which was handled by Christine Kritzas at The LightHouse Arabia and it was an enriching community webinar. My key takeaways from the webinar include: 💡 Re-evaluate anxiety as your friend and the goal is to not get rid of it but learn to manage it . 💡The hand model where you 'name it to tame it' when we're experiencing overwhelming emotions, develop a strong granular emotional vocabulary and identify it. 💡The emphasis on proactive response than reactive response when we are faced with anxious situations. 💡The significance of the vagus nerve and the ways to manage the vagal tone by mediation, hums, chants etc., 💡Taylor's '90 sec rule of feelings' wherein you sit with emotions with a 'soft front and a strong back'. 💡Emotional contagion theory - We are capable of transferring our emotions via non verbal cues. 💡Pivot towards what matters like moving from a people pleaser to living authentically. 💡Practice the 478 breathing (4 inhale, 7 hold, 8 exhale) PS: Thank you for answering my question 😊 #lighthousearabia #communitywebinar #anxiety #christinekritzas

Dr. Daniela Salazar PhD., Clinical Psychologist and Director of Education Services at The LightHouse Arabia provides some practical guidance and advice on how to support your partner when they are struggling work related stress. #DiscoverYourLight #WorkRelatedStress #PartnerSupport #Burnout 

✨️Crunchmoms Summit 2024: A Gathering of Extraordinary Women 💜⁠ ⁠ This is your invitation to join us at the event of the year for women who are redefining what it means to thrive in business, career, and motherhood. Whether you're focused on advancing your career, building financial independence, prioritizing your health, or just need a moment to reset—this summit is for you.⁠ ⁠ Join us at the Crunchmoms Summit 2024 MBA Edition on Wednesday, October 30th and Thursday, October 31st.⁠ ⁠ Meet our six new inspiring speakers who bring love, wisdom, purpose, and ambition to the table:⁠ ⁠ Meet our six new inspiring speakers who bring love, wisdom, purpose, and ambition to the table:⁠ 🎙️Jessica Kahawaty, Founder of Mama Rita, Entrepreneur and Philanthropist ⁠ 🎙️ Dr. Saliha Afridi, PsyD, Clinical Psychologist, Founder, and Chairwoman of The LightHouse Arabia ⁠ 🎙️ Anastasia Achilleos, Award winning wellness holistic practitioner and celebrity facialist ⁠ 🎙️Frederica TRIBUIANI, Women's Health Advocate, Brand Strategist and Summit Moderator ⁠ 🎙️Julie Nguyen, Co-founder of Crunchmoms ⁠ 🎙️Liying Tay, Co-founder of Crunchmoms ⁠ Limited tickets are available—grab yours at crunchmoms.com/summit⁠ crunchmoms.com/summit⁠ ⁠ Crunchmoms Summit 2024⁠ is open to the public.⁠ ⁠ 📍Emirates Golf Club - The Pavilion⁠ 🗓️ October 30 & 31 8:30 am - 5:00 pm⁠ 🎟️ Book your tickets (lunch, refreshments, and gifts are all included)⁠ Let’s lift each other up⁠ ⁠ #CrunchmomsSummit2024 #WomenEmpoweringWomen

Webinar on "Connecting with your authentic self" handled by Anna White at The LightHouse Arabia makes you think about the purpose and existentialism of life. Key takeaways: 1)Discovering your authentic self is to deepen and mature on your individuality and sense of authenticity 2)There's no secret sauce but it's a long spiraling journey of transformation - blissful ordinaries 3)Connecting with yourself leads to authentic happiness 4)Being too immersed with your inner critic makes you not see the trees but the forest 5)Practise channeling your inner critic to inner guide so that it transforms from the phase of fleeting emotion to groundedness 6)Accelerate your tailwinds (things that help you) and downplay your headwinds (forces that are up against you) 7)Embrace your uncertainty which keeps your brain agile 8)Don't compromise on your non-negotiables -- sleep, nutrition, hydration and exercise 9)Cultivate the courage to accept your shadow because when you resist they persist 10)Personas, the masks we present to the world, help us adapt

“By deeply understanding your own strengths, limitations, and values, and by following through on your commitments to yourself, you lay the foundation for genuine self-trust.” Dr. Saliha Afridi, PsyD, Clinical Psychologist, Chairwoman & Founder, of The LightHouse Arabia speaks to Harper's Bazaar Arabia about how to build self-trust by deepening self-awareness through practices like introspection, understanding inner voices, and honoring personal commitments. #DiscoverYourLight #SelfTrust #PersonalGrowth #EmotionalIntelligence #psychologydubai #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthfirstaid #mentalhealthadvocate

I'd like to highlight these takeaways as emphasised by Dr Robert Chandler in his community webinar titled, "Understanding and treating depression" organized by The LightHouse Arabia on 16th October. ✨️ Distinction in Mental Health: It's crucial to differentiate between good and bad mental health, being mindful of malingering. Depression is not a sign of weakness or laziness. ✨️ Prevalence of Depression: Depression is a genuine affliction, affecting approximately 280 million people globally, with only one in three individuals seeking help. ✨️ Secondary Shame: The stigma associated with depression often leads to shame about one's condition, which can impede effective treatment. ✨️ Understanding Depression: Individuals should discern between feelings of sadness and clinical depression. The DSM outlines various types of depression, including major depressive disorder, seasonal affective disorder, and postpartum depression. ✨️ Symptoms and Impact: Depression manifests through physical, emotional, and cognitive symptoms, significantly affecting daily life functioning. ✨️ Empathetic Communication: Language used when interacting with individuals experiencing depression should be hopeful and validating, prioritizing empathy over harmful clichés. ✨️ Treatment Approach: Effective treatment typically involves a combination of medication management, talk therapy, and lifestyle changes. Recovery from depression is a gradual process; there are no quick fixes. #depression #thelighthousearabia #endtheshame #breakthestigma #communitysupport #depressionisreal