Vivamus

Vivamus A team of psychologists supporting the expat and local population of Dubai. A team of psychologists assisting the expat and local population in Dubai

We are thrilled to have Dr. Daniela Graf join our team!As a Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, Dr. Daniela pr...
01/09/2025

We are thrilled to have Dr. Daniela Graf join our team!

As a Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, Dr. Daniela provides comprehensive diagnostic assessments, individualised treatment plans, and therapeutic interventions, with a strong emphasis on collaboration with families, pediatricians, pediatric neurologists and schools. Fluent in both English and German, Dr. Daniela is dedicated to fostering emotional well-being in young people and empowering families with the tools they need for resilience and growth. Her clinical philosophy is guided by empathy, evidence-based practice, and a deep understanding of developmental and relational dynamics.

Would you like to request an appointment with ? She will be taking bookings from 3rd September. Call us on (04) 440 3844 or email hello@vivamus.me to book your consultation.

Sometimes, couples reach a point where continuing the relationship as it is no longer feels possible.Marriage counsellin...
29/08/2025

Sometimes, couples reach a point where continuing the relationship as it is no longer feels possible.
Marriage counselling can also be helpful when a couple does decide to separate, supporting the couple to part in a healthy way.

At Vivamus, our 3-Day Gottman Marathon Intensive Couples Retreat is designed for couples in crisis who need focused time to reflect, communicate, and make meaningful decisions together. With 18 hours of therapy over three days, it creates space to explore what’s next — with guidance, structure and support.

Whether you’re navigating separation or trying to reconnect, our team is here to help. Call us on (04) 440 3844 or email hello@vivamus.me to make an appointment.

Shamsaha is the first and only women’s crisis support and advocacy program in the Middle East, providing 24/7 multilingu...
28/08/2025

Shamsaha is the first and only women’s crisis support and advocacy program in the Middle East, providing 24/7 multilingual, confidential assistance to women experiencing domestic violence and abuse. Through legal guidance, practical resources and emotional support, Shamsaha helps women to reclaim safety, dignity, and hope.

Vivamus is incredibly proud to partner with Shamsaha to provide psychological support and treatment to women overcoming the impact of domestic violence.

If you or someone you know needs Shamsaha’s contact details, here they are 👇🏻

Whatsapp: 24/7 Helpline +973 38447588
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To welcome you to your new role and to Dubai, Vivamus is offering a Professional Development Session to help you settle ...
27/08/2025

To welcome you to your new role and to Dubai, Vivamus is offering a Professional Development Session to help you settle in. Delivered by Jackie Greenwood, Director of Education and Wellbeing and DHA-licensed Counsellor, you will hear from a former Head of School Counselling with 20 years’ experience as a school counsellor and leader in the UAE, Thailand, Hong Kong and the Netherlands. Jackie was also a former ISCA Task Force leader and is a seasoned supervisor for counsellors, child protection and safeguarding specialists.

Learning Outcomes
• Connect and form a network with other school counsellors
• Explore different school counselling models
• Gain greater clarity on your role and responsibilities
• Understand the Dubai context for school counselling, wellbeing and safeguarding
• Receive an essential task list to act as a road map for your success and impact
• Q&A – raise a concern, question or request a resource

For registration or more information, contact us at (04) 440 3844 or hello@vivamus.me.

How is your school team preparing for the new academic year?As a new school year begins, it’s the perfect time to invest...
27/08/2025

How is your school team preparing for the new academic year?

As a new school year begins, it’s the perfect time to invest in the wellbeing of your staff. From short Lunch & Learn sessions to full-day workshops, our targeted approach to employee wellness helps schools create a supportive, resilient working environment.

We offer sessions on stress management, building resilience, maintaining peak performance under pressure, emotional intelligence, and more, tailored to the unique challenges of educators and school teams.

Whether you’re looking for a one-off seminar or a broader wellness campaign, our team can create sessions that meet your school’s needs.

Get in touch to request our Corporate Wellness brochure and explore how we can support your team.

Feeling the pressure to keep performing, even when you’re stressed?Many people want to keep going, juggling tasks and de...
26/08/2025

Feeling the pressure to keep performing, even when you’re stressed?

Many people want to keep going, juggling tasks and delivering results, even when they’re running on empty. In many cases, there are ways we can help you do just that.

We’ll work with you to harness what’s good about stress and help you manage the parts that aren’t.

But sometimes, stress becomes overwhelming. When that happens, we’ll support you in figuring out what needs to change and how. And if the situation can’t be changed, we’ll focus on building your resilience and ability to cope with it.

Call us on (04) 440 3844 or email hello@vivamus.me to make an appointment.

If you or someone else is worried about your child’s development, a cognitive assessment can provide valuable insights i...
23/08/2025

If you or someone else is worried about your child’s development, a cognitive assessment can provide valuable insights into their strengths and challenges. It helps parents and teachers better understand how a child learns, thinks, and solves problems, ensuring they receive the right support at home and in school.

Call (04) 440 3844 today to make an appointment with one of our child and adolescent psychologists.

Dr. Elizabeth Aizlewood is a UK-trained Clinical Psychologist with experience working in the UK and UAE. While she works...
22/08/2025

Dr. Elizabeth Aizlewood is a UK-trained Clinical Psychologist with experience working in the UK and UAE. While she works with a range of mental health concerns, she has a special interest in maternal mental health.

Pregnancy, childbirth, loss, and early parenting bring enormous changes to your role, identity, relationships, career, and even your brain. These shifts can sometimes trigger new or existing mental health challenges, making support essential during this stage of life.

Would you like an appointment with Dr. Elizabeth? Contact us on (04) 440 3844 or email hello@vivamus.me.

It’s easy to feel like we need to do it all — at work, at home, and in our relationships. But taking a step back, priori...
21/08/2025

It’s easy to feel like we need to do it all — at work, at home, and in our relationships. But taking a step back, prioritising what truly matters, and giving yourself permission to rest can make all the difference.

Sometimes doing less isn’t giving up. It’s creating space for balance and wellbeing.

If something has been bothering you for a while, share it with a friend. Sometimes just getting it off your chest is all...
20/08/2025

If something has been bothering you for a while, share it with a friend. Sometimes just getting it off your chest is all it takes. And if that’s not enough, talking to a psychologist or counsellor can help you make sense of what’s going on.

Who do you usually talk to when something’s on your mind?

One of the key driving factors of school refusal, in contrast to truancy, is that a child’s distress is often driving th...
19/08/2025

One of the key driving factors of school refusal, in contrast to truancy, is that a child’s distress is often driving their non-attendance.

A child may show discomfort through vocalisation of their thoughts, but more frequently through their behaviours. Stomachache, headache, “butterflies in the tummy”, muscular pain and other bodily ailments are often the body’s physiological responses to distress and can be cited by your child as reasons why they just can’t go to school.

It’s important for parents to act early and get support as soon as they start noticing difficulties with school non-attendance. Early intervention can be helpful, if left unaddressed, the problem can become harder to manage over time, leading to missed education and increased anxiety about re-entering school.

There are many reasons why people come for couples or marriage counselling.Sometimes there is a trigger, like significan...
18/08/2025

There are many reasons why people come for couples or marriage counselling.

Sometimes there is a trigger, like significant stressors, trust issues or certain behaviour that is difficult to tolerate. Sometimes people have a communication style that makes it difficult to enter fully into a relationship.

Our couples and marriage counsellors are experienced at helping people resolve their difficulties, and thereby improving the situation at home not only for the couple, but for any children that might be affected by unhappy parents.

If you’re feeling stuck or disconnected in your relationship, reach out. We’re here to support both individuals and couples.

Call us on (04) 440 3844 or email hello@vivamus.me to make an appointment.

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Building 49, Healthcare City (next To City Hospital)
Dubai

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 21:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 21:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 21:00
Thursday 08:00 - 21:00
Saturday 08:00 - 21:00
Sunday 08:00 - 21:00

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A Boutique Psychology and Counseling Clinic in Dubai

We are a team of British Psychologists assisting the expat and local population in Dubai. We care about change.

Vivamus is Latin for “we live” and there is an Epicurean philosopher’s quote “Dum Vivimus, Vivamus”, which means “While we live, let us live”. And that’s our ethos: we help people live life fully, whatever their challenges so you can live the life you want or the life you once had.