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need help for an obese girl age 17 as tried many nutritionists but failed. some friend suggested general psychiatrist or specializing in eating behaviors. anyone know good counselor in Dubai will be a great help. thanks.

I don't know of any but I wish you much luck. Speaking to a professional to find out why you eat is a very good start. The fact that you have tried going through nutritionists shows you really want to do something about this. Obesity can probably come from two places: not caring about what you eat, or using food as a source of comfort as it makes one "feel better", which would indicate an emotional/psychological problem.

I could suggest that you call Healthcare City to see if they do have any clinics for eating disorders, or any of the other private hospitals.

Again good luck to you.

As this can very likely be just a symptom of some emotional disorder you could do worse than start here:

http://www.emiratesspecialneeds.com/contactus.asp

For example on their website they even have a list:

OBESITY MANAGEMENT
Consultant Physicians 04 36229999
Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Medical Centre 04 4297777
Emirates Hospital Dubai – 04 3496666
Emirates Hospital Abu Dhabi -2 4466648
Rochester Wellness Jumeirah 04 394 2257 / 043942278
Synergy Integrated Medical Centre -4 3485452

Good luck.