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Mental Health / Anxiety Treatment in Abu Dhabi.

63 providers · Listings updated 1 November 2026

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This page shows 63 providers in Abu Dhabi from specialties that treat mental health / anxiety, drawn from the highest Google-rated listings in each specialty.

Of the providers on this page with at least 20 Google reviews, the highest rated are Hollywood Smile Medical Center (5.0 from 1,346 Google reviews), Safeway Health Care And Ambulance Managments (5.0 from 539) and California Medical Center (5.0 from 496). Facilities and licence details come from the public registers of the UAE health regulators; ratings and opening hours come from Google. Listings last updated 1 November 2026.

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.

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Hollywood Smile Medical Center

Hollywood Smile Medical Center

5.00(1346)

General Clinics & Polyclinics

Khalifa St - Green Tower - Floor 06, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Hours listedADNICAlmadallah+12 plansAccessible

Dental Implants · Orthodontics

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Safeway Health Care And Ambulance Managments

Safeway Health Care And Ambulance Managments

5.00(539)

General Clinics & Polyclinics

Al Mawkib St - near Nissan showroom, Alkhazna insurance building 402 - Al Danah - E11 - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

Hours listedAccessible
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California Medical Center

California Medical Center

5.00(496)

General Clinics & Polyclinics

Villa 35, Al Rushd St, Shakhbout City, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Hours listedDamanThiqa+5 plansAccessible

Cosmetic Dentistry · Dental Implants

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Code Blue Medical Services

Code Blue Medical Services

5.00(380)

General Clinics & Polyclinics

M-02, C-262 - 11 شارع العضيبا - مدينة محمد بن زايد - محمد بن زايد شرق 12 - أبو ظبي - United Arab Emirates

Hours listedAccessible
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DR Rocco Specialized Dental & Derma Center

DR Rocco Specialized Dental & Derma Center

5.00(289)

General Clinics & Polyclinics

Al Muhairy Centre - Zayed The First St - Al Hisn - W4 - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

Hours listedDamanThiqa+18 plansAccessible
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Medcart Medical Centre

Medcart Medical Centre

5.00(268)

General Clinics & Polyclinics

al ajban - Zayed Military City - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

Hours listedDamanThiqa+20 plansAccessible
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Diversified Integrated Medical Center

Diversified Integrated Medical Center

5.00(170)

General Clinics & Polyclinics

Sheikha Fatima Park, Building 4 - Sector W12 - البطين - غرب 12 - أبو ظبي - United Arab Emirates

Hours listedDamanThiqa+15 plansAccessible
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Crown Hospital One Day Surgery

Crown Hospital One Day Surgery

5.00(153)

General Clinics & Polyclinics

Abu Dhabi - Musaffah - M11 - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

Hours listedDamanThiqa+16 plansAccessible
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Vision & Style Opticals

Vision & Style Opticals

5.00(95)

General Clinics & Polyclinics

Electra street - behind ADCB Headquarter - Al Danah - E11 - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

Hours listedDamanThiqa+16 plans
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Rise And Shine Medical Centre

Rise And Shine Medical Centre

5.00(54)

General Clinics & Polyclinics

1203, P50 Building - D Behind City Seasons Hotel, ADCP Tower - B - شارع بَغداد - الدانة - شرق 11 - أبو ظبي - United Arab Emirates

Hours listedDamanThiqa+11 plansAccessible
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Excellent Medical Center

Excellent Medical Center

5.00(47)

General Clinics & Polyclinics

شارع الرَّيْحَان - Jarn Yafour - Al Mafraq Workers City - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

Hours listedDamanThiqa+19 plansAccessible
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Mad Medical Complex

Mad Medical Complex

5.00(34)

General Clinics & Polyclinics

Marina Office Park - Villa A47 King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud St - Al Kasir - Kasser Al Amwaj - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

Hours listedDamanThiqa+14 plansAccessible
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Instant Response Ambulance Services

Instant Response Ambulance Services

5.00(28)

General Clinics & Polyclinics

Al Hayal 2 St - Musaffah - M32 02 - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

Hours listedDamanThiqa+13 plansAccessible
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Hakeem AL Raazi Medical Center

Hakeem AL Raazi Medical Center

5.00(26)

General Clinics & Polyclinics

Madinat Al Riyad - RD21 - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

DamanThiqa+14 plansAccessible
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AL Shameel Medical Center

AL Shameel Medical Center

5.00(12)

General Clinics & Polyclinics

الرحبة - Al Marafiq St - Al Sader - Al Sader Farms - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

Hours listedDamanThiqa+14 plansAccessible
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AL Taweelah Medical Center

AL Taweelah Medical Center

5.00(12)

General Clinics & Polyclinics

Al Ma`Mourah - KHIA 1 - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

Hours listedDamanThiqa+11 plansAccessible
View AL Taweelah Medical Center
Unique Primary Health Care Centre

Unique Primary Health Care Centre

5.00(12)

General Clinics & Polyclinics

Musaffah - M14 - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

Hours listedDamanThiqa+19 plansAccessible
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Twinkle Skin Clinic

Twinkle Skin Clinic

5.00(10)

General Clinics & Polyclinics

Bloom Soho Square - Al Saadiyat Island - Saadiyat Marina District - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

Hours listedDamanThiqa+12 plansAccessible
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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

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.

Good to know

Mental Health / Anxiety Treatment in Abu Dhabi — FAQ

How many mental health / anxiety specialists are there in Abu Dhabi?

The UAE Open Healthcare Directory's mental health / anxiety page for Abu Dhabi shows 63 providers from specialties that treat it, such as mental-health, clinics, hospitals. Facilities and licence details come from the public registers of the UAE health regulators; ratings and opening hours come from Google.

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. Licensed emergency departments in the UAE treat life-threatening emergencies 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. Ask the provider for its cash rate and whether it accepts your insurance before you book. Each provider's listing shows 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.