My Approach

My approach to therapy is integrative and relational. By integrative, I mean that I draw on a range of psychotherapeutic, psychological and psychosocial theory to aid our shared understanding of the issues that you bring to therapy. I believe that this approach is most responsive to the uniqueness of each client – one model of therapy does not fit all. I work collaboratively, combining multiple therapeutic perspectives with what you know about yourself and your history, to uncover the roots of your problem/s. By relational, I mean that I will pay close attention to the therapeutic relationship itself, encouraging you to share how you experience and feel about the developing relationship. I believe that the emotional quality of the therapeutic relationship matters most in bringing about a resolution or healing, rather than specific techniques. Maintaining a strong therapeutic alliance between us will therefore remain central to the relationship.

As a psychotherapist I am committed to anti-oppressive practice and my work is informed by critical psychology and intersectional feminist therapeutic praxes. This means that I value the uniqueness of each client whilst recognising the differences we bring, as therapist and client, to the therapeutic encounter. I pay close attention to the balance of power in the therapy relationship, valuing my clients' expertise on their own experiences. I offer a safe, non-judgemental space within my practice for clients whose difficulties are impacted or exacerbated by experiences of being marginalised or discriminated against, within their wider environments or cultures. I welcome clients with a broad range of gender and sexual identities (LGBTQI+), religious and cultural identities, providing a therapeutic space that is both sensitive and responsive to issues arising from identity conflict and intersecting marginalised identity categorisations (within sexual, age, ability, professional, political, national, religious and cultural groupings).

About Me

I am a full clininical Integrative Psychotherapist (BACP, UKCP), Chartered Psychologist and Doctor of Counselling Psychology and Psychotherapy, accredited by the Health Professionals Council (HPC) and the British Psychological Society (BPS). Please look at my website (sabinakhantherapy.com) to learn more about me
Experience, training and qualifications
I have many years of clinical experience working as a counsellor/therapist with a diversity of clients within the NHS, mental health charities, the voluntary sector, private practice and within educational settings. My wide-ranging training in psychotherapy, psychology, gender studies, education and human development, enables me to adopt a flexible approach to my work with clients and to respond to the uniqueness of each individual within their particular social environment. I adhere to the ethical codes of practice of the UKCP, BACP and BPS.
Qualifications:
Doctor of Counselling Psychology and Psychotherapy, Middlesex University and Metanoia Institute
Clinical Diploma in Integrative Psychotherapy, Metanoia Institute
MPhil Psychology and Education, University of Cambridge
MA Psychology and Education for Special Needs, UCL
BA (Hons) Gender Studies, UKZN
HDE (PG) SEC School Counselling and English, UCT
BA Psychology and English, UKZN
Professional Memberships:
UKCP, BACP, BPS, HCPC
Booking an Appointment
I recognise that finding a therapist and booking that first appointment can feel quite overwhelming. However, taking that first step could be the beginning of a process that enables you to bring about the changes you want to see in your life. I encourage you to book an initial appointment with me to talk about the issues that might be bothering you, to find out how therapy might work for you and whether I am the right therapist for you.
To book an appointment, or if you have any questions, you can email me at sktherapy@yahoo.com, contact me through my website or leave a text message on 07890817003. I will get back to you within 2-4 days. Please check my website for availability and fees.

I work with

• Individuals
• Private healthcare referrals

Special Interests

Like all UKCP registered psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors I can work with a wide range of issues, but here are some areas in which I have a special interest or additional experience.

Types of Therapies Offered

• Integrative Psychotherapist

What I can help with

• Abuse
• Addiction
• ADHD
• Adoption
• Age-related Issues
• AIDS/HIV
• Anger Management
• Anorexia
• Anxiety
• Bereavement
• Bulimia
• Cancer
• Chronic Illness
• Cultural Issues
• Depression
• Domestic Violence
• Eating Disorders
• Employment Difficulties
• Gender
• Health-related Issues
• Identity Problems
• Mental Health Issues
• Obsessions
• Parents
• Physical Abuse
• Post-Traumatic Stress
• Race Issues
• Relationships
• Sex Problems
• Sexual Abuse
• Spirituality
• Stress
• Suicide
• Transgender
• Trauma
• Workplace Counselling