Casting Light by The LightHouse Arabia

Women who are looking to connect more deeply to their bodies and true selves, or to realign mind, body and soul will all benefit from this experience.

Our team discuss what fulfillment and happiness at work mean in a special edition of The LightHouse Arabia podcast in honor of International Week of Happiness at Work (25th-29th September)

Join Dr. Robert Chandler, Clinical Psychologist and Director of Corporate and Workplace Services, Anna White, Occupational Therapist and Director of Mental Health First Aid, and Dr. Daniela Salazar, Clinical Psychologist and Director of Education Services at The LightHouse Arabia and share your thoughts.

Special Guests: Anna White and Dr. Daniela Salazar, PhD.

In this episode, we speak with Anna White, Sr. Occupational Therapist and Sensory Integration practioner at The LightHouse Arabia, about how the COVID-19 pandemic may be impacting your child's emotional regulation and behavior, and tips for how parents can help to manage their energy for an increased sense of wellbeing and happiness.

Special Guest: Anna White.

In this episode, we discuss the concept of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and how it can assist people to be more open to emotions, thoughts and experiences, and thus enabling them to become more present in the moment and not let fear or anxiety debilitate them.

Special Guest: Dr. Robert Chandler, D.Clin.Psy.

Do you know the signs of mental health challenges? Would you know how to respond to a colleague, friend or family member who may be struggling emotionally? In this podcast, we discuss the construct of mental health, and the benefits of Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training.

This podcast is facilitated by Juan van Wyk, a clinical psychologist at The LightHouse

Special Guest: Farah Dahabi, LCSW.

A discussion on the loss of pregnancy and miscarriage with Dr. Ottilia Brown, clinical

This podcast is facilitated by Juan van Wyk, a clinical psychologist at The LightHouse

Special Guest: Dr. Ottilia Brown, PhD.

In this podcast Juan van Wyk, a clinical psychologist at The LightHouse Arabia – Center

The conversation addresses what the process of grief and bereavement entails. The

Special Guest: Aisling Prendergast, MSc .

In this podcast Juan van Wyk, a clinical psychologist at The LightHouse Arabia - Center for Wellbeing, discusses the concepts of change and transition during the time of COVID-19 with Dr. Saliha Afridi, clinical psychologist and Managing Director of The LightHouse Arabia.

The first topic of discussion is the difference between the experience of change and transition and how it has presented during recent months. The stages of the transition process is explored, and also what it means during this period of time. To conclude, practical guidelines are identified and shared to enable listeners to navigate change and transition.

Special Guest: Dr Saliha Afridi, PsyD.

In this podcast Juan van Wyk, a clinical psychologist at The LightHouse Arabia – Center for Wellbeing, is in conversation with Christine Kritzas, psychologist and Education Director of The LightHouse Arabia.

The topic of discussion is on raising emotionally intelligent children. Christine Kritzas is the developer of the SmartHeart boardgame, a powerful resource for parents and therapists in crossing the emotional bridge to children, facilitating relational attunement, sharing experiences and enhancing emotional expression. The dynamic use and practices of the game, with practical examples are shared by Christine from her experience in developing and using the boardgame in therapy.

Special Guest: Christine Kritzas, M.A..