About
Welcome to my practice!
I’m Ujala, a Clinical Psychologist with a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience at King’s College London. I currently work in a Cystic Fibrosis service within the NHS, and I am registered with the Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC).
I have over six years of experience working across the lifespan, with children, young people and adults. I use an integrative approach, drawing from a range of different therapeutic modalities, such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), and aspects of Mindfulness.
I have had previous training in Narrative Exposure Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, and Traditional Islamically Integrated Psychotherapy (Khalil Centre). I am currently training with Forward to Health, lead by Dr Mazen Atassi, on ‘Healing Trauma’ from a holistic, Islamic paradigm.
I work with a range of difficulties, such as:
Depression
Anxiety (including health, social, panic disorder)
Self-harm behaviours
Emotional regulation
Stress and burnout
Bereavement, grief
Self-esteem issues
Peer relations or difficulties in school/at work
Supporting a family/friend with mental health problems
I specialise in supporting adults, young people and children coping with mental health problems related to their health condition. I also offer sibling and parental support, recognising the impact of health challenges on families.
My previous work spans a variety of specialities, including:
Diabetes
Chronic pain
Respiratory (e.g., such as cystic fibrosis)
Gastroenterology (e.g., IBD, IBS, Crohn’s)
Medically unexplained symptoms (MUS)
I am able to work flexibly to ensure sessions are accessible for people with Autism, ADHD or other intellectual disabilities.