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Parents' Skills Training

Parent education and support program provides parents and caregivers with the support and skills to build strong family relationships. Our goal is to promote healthy families by reducing stress, improving parenting skills, strengthening parent confidence, developing coping skills and building resiliency.


Programs help parents work on:

  • Parenting skills (behaviour management strategies, child development understanding and parent-child communication)
  • Household variable management (time and money management and home safety and accident prevention)
  • Life Skills management (interpersonal communication, social support, healthy relationships, anger management and stress management)
  • Understanding the effects of domestic violence, substance abuse and mental health on parenting and children

What will you learn through our Parenting Skills Program?

  • Child Psychology and Parenting Psychology
  • Build deep trust - the right environment and respect and openness
  • Learn how to really grow a child's confidence and self esteem
  • Influence positively without a need to use demands
  • Learn what it takes to influence in a subtle and positive way
  • Being in the present moment super bonus
  • Learn leadership skills through positive parenting
  • Psychology human interaction and communication skills
  • Parenting skills to use as and when

Success is measured by parents’ ability to:

  • Work together toward parenting and case plan management goals
  • Improve parent child communication and relationships
  • Help learn to make effective choices for self and family
  • Program meets family’s physical, emotional, financial and intellectual needs independently or by utilizing available resources

Our clinicians at American Wellness Center based in Dubai Healthcare City are highly trained and committed to make difference by the parent training and help parents avoid any future complications child rearing.

We have the best Clinicians and Doctors in the entirety of Dubai to help Parents get the necessary skills required. Find us in Dubai Healthcare City.

Our Clinicians

Dr. Madiha Khan

Consultant Psychiatrist

MBBS, MD (USA) - American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

Dr. Cynthia Roukoz

Clinical Psychologist, Neuropsychology

Clinical Psychologists, Clinical Neuropsychologists PhD Psychology, Emphasis Child Neuropsychology, University of Angers, France

Ms. Farah El Khiami

Clinical Psychologist

BA, MA Clinical Psychology, PHD (ongoing)

Ms. Lara Tyan

Clinical Psychologist & EMDR Specialist

MA Clinical Psychology

Mrs. Nancy Hage

Psychology, Counseling

BA, M.A, , LMFT, PhD candidate (USA) - California Board of Behavioural Sciences

Dr. Mostefa Stefane Kabene

Clinical Psychologist

BSc, MS, PhD (Canada) - American, French and canadian Psychological Associations

Dr. Jessica Rios-Habib

Clinical Psychologist

BS, MSEd, PhD (US) - University of Miami Miller School of Medicine Fellowship, University of Toronto Sick Kids Hospital Fellowship
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FAQs

Parents’ Skills Training is a therapeutic program designed to help parents develop effective parenting techniques and communication strategies. It focuses on building skills that improve parent-child interactions, manage behavioral issues, and support emotional well-being in children. At the American Wellness Center, this program empowers parents to create a nurturing and supportive environment at home, addressing common challenges like discipline, emotional regulation, and conflict resolution.
Parents’ Skills Training is beneficial for all parents and caregivers, especially those dealing with challenging behaviors in their children or adolescents. It is particularly helpful for parents who have children with behavioral or emotional disorders such as ADHD, anxiety, oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), or autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Parents of typically developing children can also benefit from learning skills to enhance communication, discipline, and emotional support at home.

Parents’ Skills Training at the American Wellness Center, Dubai covers a range of topics, including:

  • Positive Parenting Techniques: Learning to reinforce positive behavior through encouragement and rewards.
  • Effective Communication: Strategies to improve communication between parents and children to enhance understanding and reduce conflicts.
  • Managing Challenging Behaviors: Techniques for managing difficult behaviors such as tantrums, aggression, or defiance.
  • Setting Boundaries and Discipline: Tools for setting consistent rules and implementing fair, effective discipline without resorting to harsh punishments.
  • Emotional Regulation: Helping parents teach their children how to manage their emotions in healthy ways.
  • Building a Positive Parent-Child Relationship: Fostering a closer, more supportive relationship between parents and children.
At the American Wellness Center, Dubai, Parents’ Skills Training is typically conducted through structured sessions led by licensed therapists who specialize in family and child psychology. The program may involve individual or group sessions where parents can learn and practice techniques in a supportive environment. Parents are guided through real-life scenarios and given tools they can apply at home. The sessions also focus on reinforcing positive behaviors and building healthier communication patterns within the family.

The main goals of Parents’ Skills Training are to:

  • Improve communication between parents and children.
  • Promote positive behavior in children and manage challenging behaviors.
  • Foster emotional regulation and resilience in both parents and children.
  • Build a strong, positive parent-child relationship.
  • Reduce stress and conflict within the family environment.
  • Equip parents with effective strategies to handle common parenting challenges.
Yes, Parents’ Skills Training at the American Wellness Center is personalized based on the specific needs of each family. Our therapists work closely with parents to understand their challenges and provide tailored strategies that address their unique situations. Whether you are dealing with behavioral issues, communication breakdowns, or emotional struggles, the program is designed to offer solutions that work best for your family dynamics.
The length of the program varies depending on the needs of the family and the complexity of the issues being addressed. Most parents attend multiple sessions over several weeks or months to fully develop and apply the skills they learn. Each session typically lasts between 60 to 90 minutes, and follow-up sessions may be scheduled to review progress and make adjustments to the techniques being used.

The benefits of Parents’ Skills Training include:

  • Improved parent-child communication and stronger relationships.
  • Better management of challenging behaviors and increased positive behaviors in children.
  • Enhanced emotional well-being for both parents and children.
  • Reduced stress and conflict within the household.
  • Greater confidence in parenting abilities and more consistent application of discipline and boundaries.
Parents’ Skills Training is ideal for any parent or caregiver who wants to improve their parenting approach and strengthen their relationship with their child. If you are struggling with managing your child’s behavior, handling emotional outbursts, or communicating effectively, this program can provide the tools and strategies you need. It is also beneficial for parents who want to proactively enhance their parenting skills and create a more positive, supportive home environment.
Coverage for Parents’ Skills Training may vary depending on your insurance plan. Many insurance providers offer partial or full coverage for family therapy services, including Parents’ Skills Training. We recommend contacting your insurance provider to confirm your coverage. For additional information and assistance, please visit our Contact Us page.
To schedule a session, please visit our Contact Us page. Our team will assist you in booking a consultation with one of our family therapists and guide you through the process.

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