Thrive with Us by Dr. Sarah Rasmi
Episodes
Tolerating Uncertainty: Staying Grounded When the World Feels Unpredictable
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Periods of uncertainty can quickly activate anxiety, overwhelm, and a constant urge to search for answers. In this episode of Thrive With Us, Dr. Sara...
Islam Supports Mental Health
01 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Sarah Rasmi is joined by Judy Seoud, M.Ed., M.A. to explore the intersection of Islam and mental health. Together, they discuss key Islamic concep...
Co-Regulation in Healthy Relationships
13 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Sarah Rasmi and Joslin Gracias, (M.A.) explore co-regulation and how couples shift from reactivity to emotional safety. They discuss attachment st...
Rethinking Therapy in a Digital World
31 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Thrive With Us, Dr. Sarah Rasmi and guests explore the realities of online therapy, including its benefits, limitations, and how it...
Celebrating 8 Years of Thrive Wellbeing Centre
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode of Thrive With Us, Dr. Sarah Rasmi is in the hot seat as Christi Gadd and Pashmi Khare take her through eight years of Thrive ...
Co-Parenting After Divorce: Putting Children First
04 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Psychologist Michelle Estekantchi (M.Ed.) and family lawyer Madeleine Mendy discuss the emotional, psychological, and legal realities of co-parenting...
The Psychology Behind the All Consuming Crush
14 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why does a crush feel so overwhelming? Dr. Sarah Rasmi is joined by Dahlia Yamout, M.A., to explore the psychology and brain chemistry behind infatuat...
Love Across Cultures: Finding Connection in Difference
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when two people from different cultures fall in love? In this episode, Dr. Sarah Rasmi and Magdalena Karakehayova, M.Sc., explore the joy...
The Psychology Behind Spending, Saving, and Self-Worth
16 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why do we handle money the way we do? Dr. Sarah Rasmi sits down with Maria Carla Gil (Certified Public Accountant & Founder of Summa Consul...
Psychologists and Psychiatrists Working Together in Dubai
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What actually happens when a psychologist and psychiatrist support the same client? In this episode, Dr. Sarah Rasmi speaks with Dr. Lara Foresi and ...
Moving to the UAE: What Expats Need to Know
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Thrive With Us, host Dr. Sarah Rasmi welcomes Christi Gadd, M.Sc., a licensed psychologist with a rich background in working with i...
Linking Physical and Mental Health in Kids & Teens
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Discover how physical and mental health are deeply connected in children and teens. In this Thrive with Us podcast episode, Dr. Sarah Rasmi speaks w...
Why is it so hard to make (and keep) friends as adults?
14 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Friendship matters at every age, but as adults, making and keeping close connections isn't always easy. In this episode, Judy and Dr. Chasity dive int...
Minds in Transition: Dementia and Other Neurocognitive Disorders
01 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when the mind begins to change? In this episode, we explore how dementia and other neurocognitive disorders reshape memory, behavior, and...
Tolerating Uncertainty to Overcome OCD
15 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, we explore the experience of OCD, beginning with clear definitions and common myths that often mislead people about this paralysing d...
Becoming a Psychologist in Dubai | Early Career Panel on Training, Licensing & Practice
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this special panel episode of Thrive with Us, Dr. Sarah Rasmi is joined by early career professionals Zuha, Cynthia, and Sam from Thrive Wellbeing ...
The Hidden Cost of Health Culture
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Where is the line between healthy habits and harmful rigidity? In this episode of Thrive with Us, Dr. Sarah Rasmi speaks with psychologist Valen Valen...
Parenting with Purpose: Letting Go of Perfection, Embracing Connection
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Sarah Rasmi is joined by licensed psychologist Michelle Estekantchi to explore the pressure to be the "perfect" parent — and ho...
The Fourth Trimester: The Gap Between Expectations and Experiences
15 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Thrive with Us, Dr. Sarah sits down with maternal mental health specialist Dr. Kate Prozeller to explore the fourth trimester — t...
Breaking the Cycle: Understanding and Healing from Toxic Relationships
31 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why do we stay in toxic relationships—even when we know they're hurting us? In this episode of Thrive with Us, Dr. Sarah Rasmi sits down with psycho...
Embracing Neurodiversity: The Power of Inclusion
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Sarah Rasmi speaks with clinical psychologist Jessica Rosslee (M.A.) about what neurodiversity really means, how to recognize it, and what to do a...
Building a Business, Raising a Family
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for this special episode featuring Mirna Sabbagh—dietitian, lactation consultant, and entrepreneur. Dr. Sarah and Mirna share their experien...
Grief is Not a Linear Process
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Grief doesn't follow a straight line. In this episode, Corina Saramet (M.A.) and Dr. Sarah Rasmi explore the many faces of grief—anticipatory, disen...
Navigating Difficult Emotions with Self-Compassion
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Dana Jammal joins us to discuss emotions such as anger, sadness, fear, and anxiety—integral parts of the human experience that many of us tend t...
Breaking Free: Navigating Parent-Child Dynamics in Adulthood
15 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when parents struggle to let go, and adult children strive for independence? In this episode of Thrive with Us, Dr. Sarah Rasmi sits down...
Escaping Pain: Understanding Our Quest for Distraction
01 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this thought-provoking episode of Thrive with Us, Dr. Sarah Rasmi & Dr. Lara Foresi explore the concept of a palliative society—a world where dis...
Reigniting the Spark: Keeping Intimacy Alive in Long-Term Relationships
14 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're diving into the art of maintaining and reigniting intimacy in long-term relationships. Over time, many couples experience shift...
The Anxiety Habit: Rewiring Your Mind for Calm
01 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Anxiety isn't just an emotion—it's a habit. In this episode of Thrive with Us, we explore how anxiety becomes ingrained in our daily lives and, more...
Not Everyone is a Narcissist
15 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Thrive with Us, Dr. Sarah Rasmi and Dr. Chasity O'Connell discuss the overuse of the term "narcissist" and its impact. They break d...
Motherhood and Mental Health
01 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Thrive with Us, Dr. Sarah Rasmi sits down with Dr. Diana Cheaib Houry to explore the profound connection between motherhood and men...
Navigating Love and ADHD: Thriving in Relationships
15 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Thrive with Us, Pashmi Khare (M.Sc.) and Dr. Sarah dive into the unique dynamics of relationships where one or both partners have A...
Fatherhood and Therapy: You Really Matter
01 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Dr. Sarah Rasmi and Dr. Marina Hakimian as they explore the important role of fathers in their children's lives and the benefits of involving fat...
Healing from Heartbreak and Starting Anew
15 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Thrive with Us, we explore the journey of healing from heartbreak and finding strength after a relationship ends. Zuha Zubair (M.Sc...
Wellbeing Starts with Strong Relationships
01 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Wellbeing Starts with Strong Relationships Strong relationships are key to both mental and physical health. In this episode, Dr. Sarah Rasmi is joined...
Nurturing Confidence: Strategies for Building Children's Self-Esteem
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We explore the crucial role of self-esteem in shaping children's development. Discover effective strategies to nurture a positive self-image, understa...
Healing from Insecure Attachments
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we delve into the different types of insecure attachments and the challenges they present in adult relationships. We'll discuss effective s...
Healing Betrayal: Navigating Infidelity
09 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This podcast episode explores the complex and often painful topic of infidelity in relationships. From the initial discovery to the journey of healing...
Trauma Changes Us
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dive into the basics of trauma and how it can profoundly impact a person's sense of self. Explore different types of trauma, including acute, chronic,...