Salma Rehabilitation Hospital
5.00(1)Hospitals & Medical Centers
Salama Bint Butti St - Hadbat Al Za`Faranah - Zone 1 - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
Hours listedDamanThiqa+31 plansEnglishArabicAccessible
Condition · Abu Dhabi
Mental Health / Anxiety Treatment in Abu Dhabi.
63 verified providers · Last updated March 2026
63
providers found
Mental health services in the UAE have expanded significantly in the past decade, driven by growing public awareness and dedicated federal initiatives. Anxiety and depression are the most commonly treated conditions, followed by work-related stress, burnout, adjustment disorders, and post-traumatic stress. Care is available through psychiatrists (who can prescribe medication), clinical psychologists (who provide assessment and therapy), counselors and mental health social workers. Most major private hospitals in Dubai and Abu Dhabi run dedicated behavioural-health departments, and Emirates Health Services operates the American Center for Psychiatry & Neurology and several public mental-health clinics. Sessions are typically 45–60 minutes, and cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) is the most common evidence-based modality offered. Insurance coverage for mental health varies widely: some DHA-compliant plans cap outpatient therapy at 8–12 sessions per year, while Daman Thiqa has broader coverage. Patients may self-refer to most private psychologists; a referral from a GP is usually required for in-network psychiatrists. Telehealth consultations are now widely available and covered by many plans.
توسّعت خدمات الصحة النفسية في الإمارات بشكل ملحوظ خلال العقد الأخير، مدفوعة بزيادة الوعي العام ومبادرات اتحادية مخصّصة. القلق والاكتئاب هما أكثر الحالات شيوعاً، تليهما الضغط المهني والاحتراق الوظيفي واضطرابات التكيّف واضطراب ما بعد الصدمة. تتوفر الرعاية عبر الأطباء النفسيين (يصفون الأدوية) وعلماء النفس السريريين (يقدمون التقييم والعلاج) والمستشارين. تدير معظم المستشفيات الخاصة الكبرى في دبي وأبوظبي أقساماً مخصّصة للصحة السلوكية. جلسات العلاج تستمر 45–60 دقيقة، والعلاج المعرفي السلوكي هو الأكثر تطبيقاً. تتفاوت تغطية التأمين: تتيح بعض الخطط 8–12 جلسة سنوياً فقط، بينما تمنح ثقة تغطية أوسع. خدمات الصحة النفسية عن بعد متاحة الآن ومغطاة في كثير من الخطط.
National Hospital - Proprietorship
4.90(31)Hospitals & Medical Centers
Building 16 Abdullah Bin Humaid Al Rumaithi St - Al Danah - E11 - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
Hours listedThiqaAXA+28 plansEnglishArabicAccessible
Corniche Hospital
4.80(6572)Hospitals & Medical Centers
Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
Hours listedDamanThiqa+35 plansEnglishArabicAccessible
Tarmeem Orthopedic and Spine Specialty Hospital
4.80(4709)Hospitals & Medical Centers
Al Fursan St - Khalifa City - Sector 33 - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
Hours listedDamanThiqa+31 plansEnglishArabicAccessible
N M C Provita International Medical Center LTD- Abu Dhabi
4.80(222)Hospitals & Medical Centers
Plot 61 35th St - Khalifa City - SE22 - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
Hours listedDamanThiqa+32 plansEnglishArabicAccessible
Global Care Hospital
4.70(885)Hospitals & Medical Centers
Building 419 - West 14-1 - Al Manhal - W14 01 - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
Hours listedDamanThiqa+31 plansEnglishArabicAccessible
Seha Emirates Hospital
4.70(815)Hospitals & Medical Centers
Block# 37 - اللّديم - Al Nahyan - E19 02 - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
Hours listedDamanThiqa+32 plansEnglishArabicAccessible
Ghiathy Hospital
4.70(499)Hospitals & Medical Centers
VRX2+JQQ - Ghiyathi Rd - Ghiyathi - Maraba' Ghayathi - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
Hours listedDamanThiqa+30 plansEnglishArabicAccessible
Neuron Psychological Care Center
4.70(58)Mental Health & Psychology
Al Nahyan Compound F - Al Nahyan - E25 - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
Hours listedDamanThiqa+23 plansEnglishArabicAccessible
Medeor 24x7 Hospital
4.60(15563)Hospitals & Medical Centers
Al Falah St - Al Danah - E4 02 - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
Hours listedDamanThiqa+34 plansEnglishArabicAccessible
Reem Hospital
4.60(4654)Hospitals & Medical Centers
Opp. to Sorbonne University - 223 شارع علي خليفة المسماري - جزيرة الريم - طموح - أبو ظبي - United Arab Emirates
Hours listedAccessible
Millennium Hospital
4.60(2294)Hospitals & Medical Centers
MusaffahME-9 - مدينة محمد بن زايد - محمد بن زايد شرق 9 - أبو ظبي - United Arab Emirates
Hours listedDamanAXA+32 plansEnglishArabicAccessible
American Center For Psychiatry & Neurology
4.60(2183)Mental Health & Psychology
F95C+7VM - 32 شارع الأقْرِباء - Al Manhal - W15 01 - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
Hours listedDamanThiqa+31 plansEnglishArabicAccessible
Elyzee Hospital
4.60(933)Hospitals & Medical Centers
Al Khaleej Al Arabi St - Al Mushrif - W47 - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
Hours listedDamanThiqa+32 plansEnglishArabicAccessible
AL Rahba Hospital
4.50(1353)Hospitals & Medical Centers
Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
Hours listedDamanThiqa+32 plansEnglishArabicAccessible
Behavioral Sciences Pavilion
4.50(30)Hospitals & Medical Centers
F9F8+6JH - Al Manhal - W13 01 - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
DamanThiqa+27 plansEnglishArabicAccessible
Burjeel Darak Hospital
4.40(12567)Hospitals & Medical Centers
28th Street - Mohamed Bin Zayed City - Z9 - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
Hours listedDamanThiqa+29 plansEnglishArabicAccessible
Phoenix Hospital
4.40(6004)Hospitals & Medical Centers
Mohamed Bin Zayed City, Abu Dhabi
Hours listedDamanThiqa+29 plansEnglishArabicAccessible
Provider review pages
Salma Rehabilitation Hospital reviews5.0/5 · 1 reviewsNational Hospital - Proprietorship reviews4.9/5 · 31 reviewsCorniche Hospital reviews4.8/5 · 6,572 reviewsTarmeem Orthopedic and Spine Specialty Hospital reviews4.8/5 · 4,709 reviewsN M C Provita International Medical Center LTD- Abu Dhabi reviews4.8/5 · 222 reviewsGlobal Care Hospital reviews4.7/5 · 885 reviewsSeha Emirates Hospital reviews4.7/5 · 815 reviewsGhiathy Hospital reviews4.7/5 · 499 reviews
Common symptoms
- · Persistent worry or racing thoughts
- · Sleep disruption (trouble falling or staying asleep)
- · Panic attacks
- · Low mood or loss of interest
- · Difficulty concentrating at work
- · Physical symptoms: chest tightness, headaches, nausea
When to seek urgent care
- · Thoughts of self-harm or suicide
- · Inability to function at work or home
- · Severe panic that mimics a heart attack
- · Drug or alcohol misuse
If you experience any of the above, go directly to the nearest Abu Dhabi emergency department, or call 999. UAE-licensed emergency rooms triage life-threatening symptoms regardless of insurance status.
Specialties that treat mental health / anxiety
Insurance coverage for mental health / anxiety
Most DHA Essential Benefits plans cap outpatient mental-health sessions at 8–12 per year. Daman Enhanced and Thiqa cover more. Check whether your plan requires a GP referral before seeing a psychiatrist. Cash-rate sessions typically cost AED 400–900.
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Mental Health / Anxiety Treatment in Abu Dhabi — FAQ
How many mental health / anxiety specialists are there in Abu Dhabi?
According to the UAE Open Healthcare Directory, there are approximately 63 verified providers in Abu Dhabi that treat mental health / anxiety, spanning specialties such as mental-health, clinics, hospitals. Data from official UAE health authority registers, last verified March 2026.
Which specialists treat mental health / anxiety in Abu Dhabi?
Mental Health / Anxiety is typically managed by mental-health, clinics, hospitals. In Abu Dhabi you can browse all relevant providers filtered by specialty, rating, accepted insurance and neighbourhood.
Does Thiqa or Daman cover mental health / anxiety treatment in Abu Dhabi?
Most DHA Essential Benefits plans cap outpatient mental-health sessions at 8–12 per year. Daman Enhanced and Thiqa cover more. Check whether your plan requires a GP referral before seeing a psychiatrist. Cash-rate sessions typically cost AED 400–900.
When should I go to the emergency room for mental health / anxiety?
Seek urgent care at the nearest Abu Dhabi emergency department (or call 999) if you experience: Thoughts of self-harm or suicide; Inability to function at work or home; Severe panic that mimics a heart attack; Drug or alcohol misuse. All DHA/DOH-licensed emergency departments triage life-threatening symptoms immediately regardless of insurance status.
What are the common symptoms of mental health / anxiety?
Typical symptoms include: Persistent worry or racing thoughts; Sleep disruption (trouble falling or staying asleep); Panic attacks; Low mood or loss of interest; Difficulty concentrating at work; Physical symptoms: chest tightness, headaches, nausea. A formal diagnosis requires evaluation by a licensed mental-health provider.
How much does mental health / anxiety treatment cost in Abu Dhabi?
Treatment costs vary based on diagnosis, procedure complexity, provider tier and insurance coverage. Most providers in Abu Dhabi publish transparent cash-rate pricing alongside their insurance networks. Use each provider's listing to view services and contact details.
Can I book an appointment online for mental health / anxiety in Abu Dhabi?
Many providers in Abu Dhabi accept phone, web or app-based booking. Walk-in appointments are available at urgent-care clinics and some multi-specialty centres. Call the provider directly using the contact details on their listing page.