Zuleikha Sayani

Zuleikha, a dedicated and licensed psychologist, is committed to providing an empathetic ear and a supportive environment for clients to express their emotions and thoughts, guiding them towards consistent and stable recovery. Zuleikha offers comprehensive care to individuals struggling with mood, personality, and anxiety disorders. She specializes in supporting clients in overcoming challenges such as low self-esteem, unstable self-image, and emotional difficulties. Her expertise lies in helping clients identify, understand, and overcome their feelings in relation to life events. Zuleikha brings a curious, compassionate, and caring approach, creating a comfortable and secure space for clients. Zuleikha has provided impactful, tailored assistance to clients in the UAE and the UK, including her role with the South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust. Beyond her clinical work, Zuleikha serves as an Advisory Board Member at Nexgen Wellbeing in London (United Kingdom), contributing valuable insights to mental health courses for adolescents. She promotes awareness of mental health as a Writer at Medium and in recognition of her written contributions, she was invited to present her research at the British and Irish Group for the Study of Personality Disorders. As a Member of the British Psychological Society, Zuleikha combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills, offering a holistic, evidence-driven approach to empower individuals in navigating challenges and achieving success. Specialisations: • Depression and mood disorders • Stress, anxiety, panic attacks and anxiety-based disorders • Personality disorders and personality-based difficulties • Emotionally unstable or borderline personality disorder • Anorexia, bulimia and binge-eating disorders • Coping with trauma and traumatic situations • Self-harm, self-destructive and impulsive behaviours • Self-esteem, self-image and self-identity concerns • Cultural related difficulties • Interpersonal and relationship difficulties • Pre-marital and marital issues • Body image difficulties • Overcoming grief and loss • Adjustments to life-changing events • Personal growth and work-related difficulties • Adolescence adjustment difficulties • Bullying and peer pressure • Psychoeducation Therapeutic Approach: • Counselling & Talking Therapy • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) • Brief Cognitive Behavioural Interventions • Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) • Integrative Approach • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) Qualifications and Membership: • Master of Science in Mental Health Studies, King's College London, Pass with Distinction • Bachelor of Science (with Honours) in Psychology, University of Warwick • Licensed Psychologist, Community Development Authority (CDA) Dubai • Member of the British Psychological Society (BPS) • Member of the Middle East Psychological Association (MEPA)