Transcendental Meditation for Families: A Private Four-Day Course in Dubai
Ms. Sarah El Nabulsi, M.Sc.,M.A.,M.A., Certified Transcendental Meditation (TM), TM Advanced Techniques Instructor & Licensed Clinical Psychologist for Adults In a recent Podcast discussion the benefits of TM. Ms Nabulsi is also the National Director of the Transcendental Meditation Organization in the U.A.E.
They usually arrive like a tornado
I have taught enough families now that I know exactly how day one begins.
They come in and it is like a tornado. The children talking at each other, at the parents. The parents shyly trying to calm the children, trying to engage the adolescents. And I smile, because I see this all the time. The parents are doing their best. The children, in their own way, are doing their best. But the tension in the room is usually high, and so is the level of chaos.
Most of the families who come to me are living with a version of this. Home life is stressed. The children are hyperstimulated, and many of them are dealing with ADHD or ADHD-like symptoms. That puts even more pressure on the parents, who are usually both working, or one of them is.
Nobody in that room is doing anything wrong. That is the whole reason I teach this course in this form. A household under load is not a household with one broken person in it. It is four or five people, each carrying something different, arriving in the same kitchen at the same time every morning.
So I do not begin by teaching. I begin by asking. I take the family's own questions, their own worries, the specific thing each person is struggling with, and I answer them in front of each other. By the time I have given them all the information they need, they are usually excited to learn and they are hopeful. Then we start.
How to Learn Transcendental Meditation in U.A.E. & the G.C.C.
TM is taught by our one & only Ms Sarah El Nabulsi who is a Certified TM and TM Advanced Technique instructor, Licensed Clinical Psychologist in U.A.E. & the official national office director for the Transcendental Meditation Organization in the U.A.E.
The course is offered in a Hybrid format of in-person & online sessions. The first step is attending an Introductory Lesson about the benefits, you can do that now by clicking the video here which is the Intro Talk that will give you a concise understanding of the main points to know before starting the course.
Step 2 is attending your in-person one on one instruction session with Ms. El Nabulsi at the center.
Steps 3,4 & 5 are done in a group or individual, online or in person. In these lessons your practice is fine tuned and perfected. You will simultaneously have access to your course content on the TM App. The access to the App with it's resources is for life; so is the access to follow up by in TM centers world wide. You become a member of the TM community.
"In a world full of tips and tricks to feel good, I as a Clinical Psychologist I rely on one approach that has accumulated a large body of research supporting its efficacy. Over 750 studies have been conducted on TM, studies published by reputable organizations such as Harvard, Yale, U.C.L.A. and in Peer-Reviewed Journals. Importantly,my patients and clients have found this method has proven itself to be very easy to learn and enjoyable to practice!" Sarah El Nabulsi, M.Sc.,M.A.,M.A.
Course Format is Hybrid (Online & In-Person) The first session is in person and the other three are completed remotely. Session 1: One-on-one personalized instruction Sessions 2-4: Virtual lessons with our interactive digital content and live video meetings with your TM instructor 2 hours per day
Personalized one-on-one instruction
TM instruction isn't "one size fits all", it's carefully personalized for you by a certified TM teacher.
Even after your TM course, you'll have access to free lifetime follow-up and support, including one-on-one "tune-ups" if needed.
Authentic TM Technique
Only certified TM teachers can instruct you in the authentic TM technique. They have successfully completed intensive 5-month in-residence training, and maintain their certification through ongoing professional courses.
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TM Course held Online and in-person in Jumeirah,
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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FAQ: Transcendental Meditation in Dubai
What is Transcendental Meditation and how is it different from other meditation techniques?
Transcendental Meditation (TM) is an effortless, evidence-based technique practiced 20 minutes twice daily. Unlike mindfulness or guided meditation, TM requires no concentration, breath control, or mental effort. It produces a unique state of restful alertness — supported by over 750 peer-reviewed scientific studies — that other techniques do not replicate.
Who teaches Transcendental Meditation in Dubai?
TM in Dubai and the GCC is taught exclusively by Sarah El Nabulsi, M.Sc., M.A., M.A. — a certified TM and TM Advanced Techniques instructor, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, and the Official National Office Director of the Transcendental Meditation Organization in the U.A.E.
Is Transcendental Meditation effective for anxiety and stress?
Yes. Over 750 peer-reviewed studies confirm TM's ability to reduce anxiety, lower cortisol levels, improve sleep quality, and support overall mental health — including in high-stress, high-functioning individuals. It is one of the most clinically validated tools for stress reduction available.
Can I learn Transcendental Meditation online from Dubai or anywhere in the GCC?
Yes. While the first session must be attended in-person in Dubai, sessions 2–4 are available online. TM is currently taught to residents across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Oman.
Where can I learn meditation in the UAE for stress release?
Sarah El Nabulsi teaches Transcendental Meditation (TM) throughout the UAE — in person in Dubai and online for residents of Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and the wider Emirates. TM is taught for effortless stress release: no concentration or willpower required, just 20 minutes practiced twice daily. Sessions are hybrid, with the first lesson in person and follow-ups completed online.
