Sarah El Nabulsi — Media Appearances & Press
Ms. Sarah El Nabulsi, M.Sc., M.A., M.A. is a DHA Licensed Clinical Psychologist based in Dubai and a trusted voice on mental health in the Arab world. She is regularly invited by leading media outlets to speak on anxiety, burnout, trauma, autism, and psychological wellbeing — bringing clinical expertise to public conversations that matter.
DUBAI TV
World Autism Awareness Day: Correcting Misconceptions & the Importance of Early Diagnosis- Apr 2, 2026
Ms. El Nabulsi discusses autism spectrum disorder, challenging common stereotypes and explaining why early diagnosis is critical for children and families in the UAE.
SKY NEWS ARABIA
The Ethics of Promoting Antidepressants on TikTok- Oct 22, 2025
Ms. El Nabulsi joins Sky News Arabia's Menassat program to address the growing trend of antidepressant promotion on social media — examining the psychological risks of unsupervised medication, the dangers of self-diagnosis, and why mental health content on TikTok requires greater regulation.
MBC — SABAH IL KHEIR YA ARAB
Cyberchondria: When Internet Searches Fuel Health Anxiety- Jun 4, 2025
A recent study found that 52.6% of adults in the Arab world experience high levels of cyberchondria — health anxiety driven by compulsive online symptom searches. Ms. El Nabulsi discusses why younger women and frequent internet users are most affected, and what can be done to break the cycle.
MBC — SABAH IL KHEIR YA ARAB
Psychological Amnesia: Why the Mind Forgets Trauma-
Apr 27, 2025
Dissociative amnesia is a memory disorder in which the mind suddenly blocks access to autobiographical memories — an episode can last anywhere from a few hours to several years. Ms. El Nabulsi explains why this happens, what triggers the mind to suppress traumatic memories, and what recovery looks like.
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MBC — SABAH IL KHEIR YA ARAB
Seasonal Affective Disorder: When the Seasons Affect Your Mental Health- Oct 20, 2024
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a form of depression that follows a seasonal pattern, most commonly emerging in winter months when daylight is reduced. Ms. El Nabulsi explains that as human beings we are constantly influenced by a range of direct and indirect environmental factors — SAD is only diagnosed when seasonal changes significantly impair daily functioning and cause meaningful distress.
DUBAI CATCH PODCAST
Unveiling Mental Health in Dubai: Therapist Sarah El Nabulsi's Insights- Aug 10, 2024
Ms. El Nabulsi joins the DubaiCatch Podcast for an in-depth conversation on mental health in the UAE. She discusses the psychological toll of Dubai's fast-paced hustle culture, practical strategies for stress and burnout, the impact of social media on loneliness and anxiety, and the importance of meditation and self-reflection. She also shares her personal journey from interior design to clinical psychology.