UAE Mental Health Market Size & Growth Forecast 2033

UAE Mental Health Market Size, Share, Trends and Forecast by Disorder, Service, Age Group, and Region, 2025-2033

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UAE Mental Health Market Overview:

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.

Report Attribute	Key Statistics
Base Year	2024
Forecast Years	2025-2033
Historical Years	2019-2024
Market Size in 2024	USD 13.10 Billion
Market Forecast in 2033	USD 28.26 Billion
Market Growth Rate 2025-2033	8.92%

UAE Mental Health Market Trends:

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.

UAE Mental Health Market Segmentation:

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:

Schizophrenia
Alcohol Use Disorder
Bipolar Disorder
Depression and Anxiety
Post-traumatic Stress Disorder
Substance Abuse Disorder
Eating Disorder
Others

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:

Emergency Mental Health Services
Outpatient Counselling
Home-based Treatment Services
Inpatient Hospital Treatment Services
Others

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:

Pediatric
Adult
Geriatric

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:

Dubai
Abu Dhabi
Sharjah
Others

The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and others.

Competitive Landscape:

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.

UAE Mental Health Market News:

In February 2025, Emirates Health Services (EHS) announced the opening of 15 specialized mental health clinics as part of its “Together for Quality Mental Health” initiative. This significant development was formally launched by H.E. Dr. Yousif Mohammed Al-Serkal, Director-General of EHS, marking a key step in expanding access to mental healthcare services across the region. As part of the initiative, these specialized clinics will be integrated into primary healthcare centers across six emirates, spanning from Dubai to Fujairah, aiming to enhance access to mental health services and strengthen community-based care across the UAE.
In May 2025, M42’s Digital Health Solution (DHS) platform, through Abu Dhabi Health Data Services (ADHDS), formed a joint venture with Reem Hospital to introduce Nafas, a groundbreaking mental health platform and service tailored for the citizens and residents of Abu Dhabi. The partnership was formalized through a signing ceremony involving Kareem Shahin, CEO of M42’s Digital Health Solution platform, and Zaid Al Siksek, Chairman of Reem Hospital.

UAE Mental Health Market Report Coverage:

Report Features	Details
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: Disorder Service Age Group Region
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)

Key Questions Answered in This Report:

How has the UAE mental health market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?
What is the breakup of the UAE mental health market on the basis of disorder?
What is the breakup of the UAE mental health market on the basis of service?
What is the breakup of the UAE mental health market on the basis of age group?
What is the breakup of the UAE mental health market on the basis of region?
What are the various stages in the value chain of the UAE mental health market?
What are the key driving factors and challenges in the UAE mental health market?
What is the structure of the UAE mental health market and who are the key players?
What is the degree of competition in the UAE mental health market?

Key Benefits for Stakeholders:

IMARC’s industry report offers a comprehensive quantitative analysis of various market segments, historical and current market trends, market forecasts, and dynamics of the UAE mental health market from 2019-2033.
The research report provides the latest information on the market drivers, challenges, and opportunities in the UAE mental health market.
Porter's five forces analysis assist stakeholders in assessing the impact of new entrants, competitive rivalry, supplier power, buyer power, and the threat of substitution. It helps stakeholders to analyze the level of competition within the UAE mental health industry and its attractiveness.
Competitive landscape allows stakeholders to understand their competitive environment and provides an insight into the current positions of key players in the market.

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