The UAE mental health market size reached USD 13.10 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 28.26 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 8.92% during 2025-2033. The market is witnessing steady growth, driven by rising awareness, improved access to care, and government-led wellness initiatives. Increasing demand for digital therapy solutions and corporate mental health programs is also reshaping the landscape. Enhanced societal acceptance and policy support continue to foster expansion, contributing positively to the overall UAE mental health market share.
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Base Year
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2024
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Forecast Years
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2025-2033
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Historical Years
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2019-2024
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Market Size in 2024 | USD 13.10 Billion |
Market Forecast in 2033 | USD 28.26 Billion |
Market Growth Rate 2025-2033 | 8.92% |
Growing Awareness and Social Acceptance
The increasing awareness and destigmatization about mental health issues across the UAE have been instrumental in driving the market forward. Public health campaigns, school-based awareness programs, and media initiatives have helped shift perceptions, encouraging more individuals to seek psychological support. Younger generations are more open to discussing anxiety, depression, and stress-related conditions. This cultural shift has led to higher demand for therapy, counseling, and psychiatric services. Additionally, increased involvement from influencers, mental health advocates, and social media has helped normalize discussions around mental wellness. This positive change in public perception is prompting both private and public healthcare providers to expand their mental health service offerings, significantly contributing to the market’s ongoing growth and sustainability. For instance, in December 2024, the National Multiple Sclerosis Society (NMSS) launched the UAE’s first-ever "MS Helpline," a specialized support line aimed at assisting individuals living with multiple sclerosis (MS) and their caregivers. Available every day from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., the service connects callers with experienced MS healthcare experts, offers mental health assessments, and delivers essential resources to help manage the condition effectively.
Rise of Digital Health and Telepsychiatry
Technological advancement is transforming the way mental health care is delivered in the UAE. The rise of telepsychiatry, mobile wellness apps, and virtual therapy platforms has improved access to mental health services, especially for individuals in remote areas or those seeking more privacy. Digital tools offer flexible, real-time, and cost-effective mental health support, catering to the busy lifestyles of the UAE’s diverse population. Insurance providers are also increasingly covering telehealth consultations, making these services more accessible. Additionally, AI-based mental health solutions and chatbots are being explored for early diagnosis and continuous monitoring. The growing adoption of digital mental health solutions is not only expanding reach but also making services more patient-centered, thereby fueling the UAE mental health market growth.
Government Initiatives and Policy Support
The UAE government has played a critical role in promoting mental health through national strategies and reforms. Initiatives like the National Policy for the Promotion of Mental Health and inclusion of mental wellness in the UAE Vision 2031 reflect the country’s commitment to building a comprehensive healthcare system. These efforts prioritize mental health integration into primary care, investment in professional training, and infrastructure development. Additionally, the launch of mental health hotlines, mobile clinics, and psychological support services during and after the COVID-19 pandemic showcased the government’s responsiveness to emerging mental health needs. Policy backing and sustained investment by authorities have increased access, affordability, and quality of services, making mental health care more inclusive and a central part of the UAE healthcare ecosystem.
IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the country and regional levels for 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on disorder, service, and age group.
Disorder Insights:
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the disorder. This includes schizophrenia, alcohol use disorder, bipolar disorder, depression and anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, substance abuse disorder, eating disorder, and others.
Service Insights:
A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the service have also been provided in the report. This includes emergency mental health services, outpatient counselling, home-based treatment services, inpatient hospital treatment services, and others.
Age Group Insights:
A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the age group have also been provided in the report. This includes pediatric, adult, and geriatric.
Regional Insights:
The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and others.
The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape. Competitive analysis such as market structure, key player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided.
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Base Year of the Analysis | 2024 |
Historical Period | 2019-2024 |
Forecast Period | 2025-2033 |
Units | Billion USD |
Scope of the Report |
Exploration of Historical Trends and Market Outlook, Industry Catalysts and Challenges, Segment-Wise Historical and Future Market Assessment:
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Disorders Covered | Schizophrenia, Alcohol Use Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Depression and Anxiety, Post-traumatic Stress Disorder, Substance Abuse Disorder, Eating Disorder, Others |
Services Covered | Emergency Mental Health Services, Outpatient Counselling, Home-based Treatment Services, Inpatient Hospital Treatment Services, Others |
Age Groups Covered | Pediatric, Adult, Geriatric |
Regions Covered | Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Others |
Customization Scope | 10% Free Customization |
Post-Sale Analyst Support | 10-12 Weeks |
Delivery Format | PDF and Excel through Email (We can also provide the editable version of the report in PPT/Word format on special request) |
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