What ages does Monarch's early intervention service cover?

Toddlers, preschoolers and early school-age children, 0-7 years. Older children and teens can be seen through the child and adolescent psychiatry service.

Do I need a referral?

No. Parents can contact Monarch directly to begin.

What happens at the start?

A multi-step intake: a parent interview, a parent-child observation, a child-led observation, then a meeting to agree an Individualised Child and Family Plan with goals.

How much does it cost?

Fees aren't published; they vary by clinician and appointment type, and a sliding scale is available on request. Ask the provider (info@monarchhealthcenters.com).

Is it covered by insurance?

The clinic doesn't bill insurers directly. You pay, then claim back; send your insurer's form before the first appointment and the clinic completes it. Check your cover with your insurer first.

Can the school be involved?

Yes. The team does school observations and works with teachers so strategies carry into the classroom.

Monarch Health Centers: child development and early intervention in Dubai Healthcare City

Special NeedsEarly Intervention

Checked Oct 2026Details checked October 2026

Dubai Healthcare City

Monarch Health Centers is a psychiatry and mental health clinic in Dubai Healthcare City that also runs a child development and early intervention service for toddlers, preschoolers and early school-age children (0-7 years). It is for families with concerns about developmental delays in speech, motor or social milestones, autism, ADHD, sensory processing, school readiness, or behaviour such as tantrums, anxiety or withdrawal. A team of a child psychologist, an occupational therapist, an expressive (art and play) therapist and a child psychiatrist works together on one plan, which the clinic calls an Individualised Child and Family Plan. Therapy can include play-based therapy, art therapy, child-focused CBT, occupational therapy and sensory integration, plus parent coaching, school observations and work with teachers. You don't need a referral: parents can contact the clinic directly. Older children and teens can see a child and adolescent psychiatrist here too, and the clinic offers family therapy. It is a clinic rather than a class, so visits are by appointment.

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The activity

Early Intervention, explained

Early intervention is support for young children whose development in speech, movement, play or social skills needs a helping hand, or whose behaviour or emotions are hard to manage. A team of specialists, such as a child psychologist and an occupational therapist, first observes the child and talks with the parents, then agrees a plan. Sessions are usually play-based, so to a child they feel like games, drawing or movement, while they build communication, coordination, confidence and self-regulation. Parents are coached to carry the same strategies into home life. It is aimed at the earliest years, when the right support can make everyday life easier for the whole family.

Who it's for

Early intervention: toddlers, preschoolers and early school-age children, 0-7 years, with developmental delays, autism, ADHD, sensory processing differences, school-readiness or behavioural and emotional concerns. Child and adolescent psychiatry: children and teens (no age band published). Occupational therapy: children, adolescents and adults. No referral needed. The building has a wheelchair-accessible entrance, car park, toilet and seating.

What to expect

Early intervention starts with a multi-step intake: a talk with parents about concerns and family priorities, a parent-child observation, a child-led observation of development, sensory and motor responses, then a meeting to set goals and agree the child's plan. Sessions last 45-60 minutes. Before the first visit you'll get digital forms (consent, financial agreement, emergency contacts) and are asked to send copies of passport, Emirates ID and any medical reports. Guardians consent for under-18s. Fees are paid at the end of an in-person session. A trial session isn't mentioned: ask the provider.

Highlights

Child development and early intervention for ages 0-7 (monarchhealthcenters.com)
Transdisciplinary team: child psychologist, occupational therapist, art and play therapist, child psychiatrist (monarchhealthcenters.com)
Each child gets an Individualised Child and Family Plan with parents (monarchhealthcenters.com)
No referral needed; parents can book directly (monarchhealthcenters.com)
School observations and teacher collaboration offered (monarchhealthcenters.com)
4.6 on Google from 34 reviews (Google listing)

Why parents rate it

What parents say on Google

Monarch Health Centers has 4.6 on Google from 34 reviews. 30 of those are five stars, one is four stars and three are one star.

The facts

Ages: Early intervention: 0-7 years. Child and adolescent psychiatry: children and teens (ask the provider for age limits)
Prices: Not published; vary by clinician and appointment type, sliding scale on request. Ask the provider
Schedule: By appointment; sessions 45-60 minutes
Trial: Ask the provider
Where: Unit 213, Al-Faris Building 39, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai
How to book: monarchhealthcenters.com/contact · +971 4 589 1911 · wa.me/971581150411 · [email protected]
Opening hours: Mon–Thu9am–8pm
Fri12pm–8pm
SatClosed
Sun9am–6pm

Questions parents ask

Good to know

Appointments only; book by phone, WhatsApp or online (monarchhealthcenters.com)
Family consultations can also be held online (monarchhealthcenters.com)
Cancel at least 24 hours ahead: 50% fee within 24 hours, full fee within 3 hours or for a no-show (monarchhealthcenters.com)
The clinic doesn't bill insurers: you pay and claim back, and it completes your insurer's reimbursement form (monarchhealthcenters.com)
Cash or card; cheques not accepted (monarchhealthcenters.com)
Wheelchair-accessible entrance, car park and toilet (Google listing)