Dr. Amita Sarkar

Senior Clinical Psychologist

Client age groups:

2- 17 | 18 + | Parenting | Couples | Assessments and Diagnosis

In addition to English, also speaks:

Hindi, Bengali, Urdu, Punjabi

Psychotherapy is a collaborative treatment based on the relationship between an individual and a psychologist. Grounded in dialogue, it provides a supportive environment that allows you to talk openly with someone who’s objective, neutral, and nonjudgmental.  

With over 30 years of experience, I have worked with adults, children, and couples across various countries e.g. the UK, Singapore, India, and Australia. My expertise includes a strong grounding in clinical, developmental/dynamic models, and systems theory, allowing me to understand the bio-psycho-social framework of my clients' psychological difficulties. I am trained in Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy as well as Systemic, Trauma and Attachment frameworks for various clinical conditions. I am also a certified Level 3 Gottman Couples Therapist. 

With a focus on the person rather than the problem or diagnosis, I practice psychological formulation, spending time to understand my clients’ backgrounds, relationships, stressors, and current environments before devising tailored treatment plans. I adopt a reflective, warm, compassionate, and collaborative approach. I strive to establish a strong therapeutic alliance, understanding clients' well-being goals, and identifying optimal ways to work together. 

Book an appointment for assistance with: 

  • Individual psychotherapy for emotional difficulties or complex or chronic mental health disorders

  • Couples and relationship issues

  • Parenting and co-parenting after separation

  • Children with emotional and behavioural difficulties

  • Diagnostic assessments including Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Cognitive Ability (i.e. IQ) and learning assessments)

  • Personality and interpersonal difficulties

  • Grief, Bereavement, Childhood Trauma and Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)

Please see below for additional areas of work and support I offer.

Other Areas Of Interest:

  • Adjustment

  • Anger management

  • Anxiety Disorders

  • Assertiveness training

  • Borderline Personality Disorder

  • Carer fatigue

  • Career | Study | Life Direction

  • Conflict resolution

  • Domestic Violence

  • Depression

  • Expat & Repatriation issues

  • Family Separation | Adoption

  • Fertility / Infertility and IVFGambling problems

  • Health and lifestyle issues

  • Hoarding

  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

  • Phobias

  • PTSD

  • Relationship issues – INDIVIDUAL

  • School engagement difficulties

  • Self-Esteem & Self-Development

  • Sexual assault | Abuse

  • Sexual Intimacy | Relaxation

  • Shyness and social skills

  • Sleep disorders

  • Stress management & Relaxation

  • Victim of Crime

  • Workplace issues

I believe people are amazingly rich and diverse in every aspect and can sail through their challenges with the right help. I find satisfaction in helping my clients live a rich, full, and meaningful life by showing them how to use psychological tools to handle thoughts and feelings.

As a clinical psychologist, it is a privilege and passion for me to support the individual journeys of my clients and witness how human beings can heal, grow, and prosper through the process of therapy.