Calm Mind Sessions for low mood and mild depression
in Dubai
Small steps back towards what matters to you. Low mood can make ordinary tasks feel heavy, take the interest out of things you used to enjoy and leave you tired, withdrawn or self-critical. Dr Fouzia is a consultant family physician who offers Calm Mind Sessions for low mood and mild depression. She can review possible physical contributors and help you practise skills for thought and behaviour patterns that may be keeping low mood going.
Low mood can affect daily life.
Start with your health and your story.
Low mood can have more than one contributor. Dr Fouzia may review your health history, medicines and sleep, and consider blood tests such as thyroid, iron, B12 or vitamin D when clinically useful. Assessment is a conversation about what you are experiencing and how it affects daily life.
Build a plan around small, useful steps.
Calm Mind Sessions looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and actions. The work is collaborative and paced with you; the focus is on practical changes that fit your circumstances.
Notice patterns between mood, thoughts and daily activity
Plan small activities that may bring structure, achievement or enjoyment
Examine self-critical thoughts and consider a more balanced view
Gradually return to routines, sleep patterns or social contact
Agree what to watch for and how to seek support if things change
Choose the next step with your clinician.
Low mood is not always the same as depression, and Calm Mind Sessions is not the only form of care. If symptoms are more severe, persistent or complex, Dr Fouzia can discuss whether additional or specialist mental health support should be part of the plan.
Your safety comes first.
If you have thoughts of harming yourself or ending your life, or feel unable to keep yourself safe, get urgent help now. In the UAE, call 998 for an ambulance or 999 for police or go to the nearest emergency department.
Frequently asked questions.
Is low mood the same as depression?
Not always. Low mood can be temporary or one part of depression. A clinician can talk with you about how long it has been happening, the symptoms you notice and how it affects your daily life.
Will I need antidepressants?
Not necessarily. Options depend on your assessment and preferences. Do not start, stop or change prescribed medicine without discussing it with the prescriber.
How many sessions will I need?
It varies with the concern, your goals and how you respond to the work. The plan can be reviewed with you as you go.
Take a first step at your pace.
Talk it through with a doctor who has time to listen.
Information on this site is educational. It does not replace advice from a qualified clinician.
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- 1Share your details
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- 2We reply the same working day
The clinic team will message you on WhatsApp to find a time that suits you.
- 3Meet Dr. Fouzia
A longer first visit, in person in Dubai or online, so nothing gets rushed.
- Clinic
- Al Borj Medical Center, Dubai
- Consultations
- In person or online
- Hours
- Sun – Thu, 9:00 am – 6:00 pm