Pediatric Psychology
Understanding and Supporting Your Child’s Emotional and Social Growth
At KidsHeart Medical Center, we know that a child’s emotional well-being is just as important as their physical health.
Our Pediatric Psychology team specializes in evaluating and supporting children’s behavioral, emotional, and developmental needs through early diagnosis, counseling, and therapy.
Whether your child is facing challenges with emotions, learning, or social skills, our team is here to provide guidance — helping families build a stronger, more confident future together.
We proudly serve families across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Al Ain, offering supportive, family-centered psychological care.
What We Offer – Pediatric Psychology Services
Our specialists help children and adolescents navigate emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges with compassion and expertise.
Conditions and Challenges We Address
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): Early diagnosis and behavioral support plans for children on the spectrum.
- Intellectual Disability: Psychological assessments and educational support for children with intellectual challenges.
- Dyslexia: Identifying and supporting children with reading and learning difficulties.
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD): Comprehensive evaluation and behavioral management of focus and hyperactivity issues.
- Depression in Children: Counseling and emotional support for persistent sadness, withdrawal, or hopelessness.
- Behavioral Issues: Helping children manage anger, defiance, and impulsivity in positive ways.
- Misplaced Anger and Emotional Dysregulation: Supporting children who struggle with emotional control.
- Social Communication Disorders: Helping children improve interactions, conversation skills, and social understanding.
Psychological and Therapy Services
- Early Intervention Focus: Identifying and addressing challenges as early as possible for better outcomes.
- Developmental Milestone Assessments: Comprehensive evaluations to track emotional and cognitive growth.
- Emotional Regulation Support: Teaching children coping strategies to manage big feelings.
- School Collaboration and Reports: Working with educators to ensure a supportive learning environment.
- Parental Counseling and Education: Helping parents understand and support their child’s emotional needs.
Additional Support Programs
- Childhood Anxiety and Phobias Management: Therapy for fears, worries, and separation anxiety.
- Play Therapy and Art Therapy: Creative therapies that help children express emotions safely.
- Support for Emotional Expression in Pre-teens: Helping children communicate feelings effectively.
- Peer Relationship and Social Skills Development: Teaching skills to build friendships and navigate social situations.
- Screen Time and Tech Dependency Counseling: Helping families manage technology use and screen habits.
- Transition Support Programs: Assisting children adjusting to big life changes (school start, moving, family changes).
- Psychoeducational Assessments: Detailed evaluations to guide educational and therapy plans.
- Support for Children with Chronic Illness: Helping children cope emotionally with long-term health conditions.
Meet Our Pediatric Psychology Team
Our Pediatric Psychologists combine clinical expertise with a nurturing, child-centered approach.
They work closely with families, educators, pediatricians, and therapists to create personalized care plans that empower children to overcome emotional and behavioral challenges — while building resilience and self-confidence.
Dr. Dolly Habbal
PhD in Clinical Psychology – Fellow American Psychological Association
Dr Deiaaeldin Adel Hosny
Consultant Clinical Psychologist – American Psychology Association & British Psychological Society
Where We Offer Our Services
Our Pediatric Psychology services are available at:
Appointments are available across weekdays for consultations, assessments, and therapy sessions.
Helping Your Child Thrive, Emotionally and Socially
At KidsHeart, we believe every child deserves the chance to be heard, understood, and supported.
Our Pediatric Psychology team is here to walk alongside your family with compassionate, expert care.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
If you notice changes in mood, behavior, academic performance, or social interaction, a pediatric psychologist can help assess and guide early intervention.
Psychologists provide evaluations, counseling, and therapy without prescribing medication. Psychiatrists are medical doctors who diagnose and may prescribe medication if needed.
Play therapy allows children to express emotions and process experiences in a natural, child-friendly way that can be more effective than traditional talking methods.
School reports offer insights into a child’s behavior, attention, academic performance, and social interactions — all important pieces for building a full understanding of their needs.
Yes. Children are sensitive to family environments. That’s why parental counseling and stress management are important parts of child-focused care.
Yes, therapy respects privacy. However, parents are regularly updated in a supportive and transparent way, especially if safety concerns arise.