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.