ADHD & Learning Difficulties | Couples & Family Counseling | Anxiety Disorders | Eating Disorders
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VirtualPiyali is a CDA-licensed psychologist with over two decades of experience working across schools, colleges, hospitals, and clinical settings in both in-house and private roles. She brings extensive clinical expertise in delivering therapy to children, adolescents, and adults facing a range of mental health concerns such as depression, anxiety, phobias, OCD, and mood disorders. Her therapeutic approach is solution-focused, drawing from an integrated developmental framework.
She has worked extensively with adults, offering couples therapy that promotes understanding, respect, affection, and intimacy between partners. In addition, she actively supports students and young adults in managing emotional, social, and behavioral challenges, developing essential life skills, and navigating key life decisions—including educational and career choices.
Piyali also works closely with parents and families, offering guidance and psychoeducation. She is passionate about raising awareness around mental health and regularly conducts workshops and training sessions for school and college communities, focusing on early identification and intervention of psychological concerns.
Having served as both a School Counselor and Head of Inclusion for over a decade, Piyali has worked across the Emirates and holds deep knowledge of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). She is especially committed to early identification and creating effective school-based support systems.
Driven by a lifelong passion for education and learning, Piyali has received extensive training in assessing, diagnosing, and treating various mood, learning, and neurological disorders affecting both children and adults. She has substantial experience in assessments related to ADHD, dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia, reading comprehension difficulties, and Autism Spectrum Disorders, among others. She has also pioneered alternative pathways in education, introducing programs like ASDAN to support school children facing learning barriers.
Piyali believes empathy and compassion are fundamental to effective therapy. She creates a safe, accepting, and supportive environment where clients feel truly heard.
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MCM Conscious Mental Wellness, Icon Tower, Suite 1103 - Barsha Heights - Dubai
At MCM Conscious Mental Wellness, we opened our doors with a clear and compassionate mission: to offer exceptional mental health services to those in need. From individuals seeking counseling to those grappling with the aftermath of traumatic experiences, we place your well-being at the forefront of everything we do.
Licensed Psychologist
MCM Conscious Mental Wellness, Icon Tower, Suite 1103 - Barsha Heights - Dubai
School Counsellor / Head of Inclusion
GEMS Our Own Indian School, Near Wearmart Hyper Market - Al Meydan Rd - Dubai
School Counsellor
Aspen Heights British School Abu Dhabi, Street 15 - Al Bahyah - Al Bahyah Old - Abu Dhabi,
Master in Applied Psychology
Calcutta University, Master's . India.
I have served as a School Counselor and as Head of Inclusion and School Counsellor for nearly a decade. I have worked across The Emirates & possess profound knowledge and understanding on “SEND” especially converging towards early identification and effective intervention an creating effective school support systems.
Owing to my passion for Learning and Education, I have trained widely on assessing, diagnosing, and formulating treatments for a variety of mood, learning and neurological disorders that impact learning in children as well as adults. I have had extensive experience in assessing for a myriad of presenting concerns that negatively impact learning such as ADHD, Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Dysgraphia, Reading Comprehension difficulties, Autism Spectrum Disorders in addition to mood/behavioral concerns.
As a part of initiatives, I have introduced alternative pathways as a Life Skills Program such as ASDAN to school going children facing learning barriers.
I strongly believe empathy and compassion are key components in the success of the therapeutic process, and I always offer a space where my Clients can feel heard, secure and accepted.
A typical counseling session involves building a trusting relationship, exploring the client's concerns, setting goals, and collaboratively developing strategies for change. The session typically begins with the therapist welcoming the client and creating a safe, non-judgmental space for open communication. The client then discusses their current situation and any challenges they are facing. The therapist actively listens, asks clarifying questions, and helps the client understand their feelings and thought processes.
Together, they identify specific goals for therapy and collaboratively develop strategies to achieve those goals. The session may involve various techniques like reframing negative thoughts, practicing coping skills, or exploring past experiences. The therapist provides feedback, support, and encouragement throughout the process. The session usually concludes with a summary of the discussion and a plan for the next meeting.
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