Dr Sukhdev Sembi

Dr Sukhdev Sembi


Registered Member MBACP (Accredited)

Contact information

Phone number
07424 727221

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Therapist - Coventry and Online

Coventry and Online CV3
07424 727221
Sessions from £60.00

Features

  • Flexible hours available
  • Concessionary rates

Availability

I can offer sessions on Mondays and Tuesdays, morning, afternoon and evening.

I can also offer some session on a Saturday mornings.


About me and my therapy practice

As an Integrative Psychotherapist with over ten years of experience, I’ve had the privilege of supporting individuals through some of their most challenging moments. I am warm and compassionate, and have experience working with anxiety, stress, depression, self-harm, shame and guilt.

Sometimes we can struggle with our key relationships, navigating how to be true to ourselves while also fostering a sense of belonging and acceptance. I believe that early childhood experiences can unconsciously shape the adult we become and how we relate to being part of this world. We may have adopted coping strategies in our early years, that served us well then but might not be helpful to us in the here and now.

My expertise extends to assisting parents with concerns about their attachment bonds with their children; my aim is to help nurture a sensitively attuned parent-child relationship.

I am also interested in exploring issues related to generational oppression and the concept of intersubjectivity. As an Asian woman navigating an ever-evolving landscape, I understand the unique challenges we face. How can we construct a bridge that supports personal growth and independence, while preserving our cultural heritage?

Experience

Over the last decade, my clinical journey has encompassed: supporting vulnerable Asian women at The Sahil Project, complex bereavement at the Myton Hospice and IAPT.

My professional roles: teaching at the New School of Psychotherapy and Counselling, Assistant Professor on the MSc in Psychotherapy and Counselling (University of Warwick). I have also worked at the Birmingham Childrens Hosp (Under Fives Mental Health Link worker), Northampton Parent Infant Psychotherapy.

Qualifications

PhD in Health Sciences – Mums4Mums: Evaluating Telephone-Based Peer-Support for Postnatal Depression

PG Dip Infant Mental Health

The use of the title Dr in this directory listing relates to the member’s doctorate qualification. However, this does not imply a general medical qualification.

Practice description

I have experience working with clients from diverse backgrounds and am proficient in providing therapeutic dialogues in my mother tongue, Punjabi, and can also extend my services to those who speak Hindi and Urdu.

My therapeutic approach is primarily conducted online, and I have seamlessly integrated this method into my practice. For individuals who may find it challenging to share their thoughts and feelings, the convenience of participating in therapy from their own confidential and secure environment can be a valuable asset. 

How I work

My approach to my work is rooted in offering you a safe and nurturing space to explore your true self – the person you aspire to become. It can be quite challenging to fully embrace your authentic self when external expectations and demands shape your identity. Many individuals may find themselves living their lives without a deep understanding of who they are, why they behave the way they do, or why they encounter difficulties in their relationships.

As a relational attachment-focused integrative psychotherapist, I draw upon the wealth of knowledge and experiences I have gathered over the years to connect with the real you. My ultimate goal is to create an environment where you can uncover unconscious patterns, fostering greater self-awareness and enabling you to live consciously and purposefully.


My first session

My approach to the first session acknowledges the challenges of seeking support, especially if it's a new experience for you. It can be daunting to find someone who can meet both your articulated needs and the unspoken ones.

I extend an invitation to you to schedule a complimentary, no-obligation 30-minute online appointment. This introductory session allows us to connect and see if my therapeutic approach aligns with your expectations and we can establish our working relationship.

What I can help with

Abuse, Anxiety, Bereavement, Cancer, Child related issues, Chronic fatigue syndrome / ME, Cultural issues, Depression, Health related issues, Identity issues, LGBTQ+ counselling, Loss, Menopause, Men's issues, Mood disorder, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy related issues, Relationships, Self esteem, Self-harm, Stress, Trauma, Women's issues

Types of therapy

Brief therapy, Humanistic, Integrative, Person centred, Psychoanalytic, Psychodynamic, Relational

Clients I work with

Adults, Older adults, Trainees, Young people

How I deliver therapy

Long term sessions, Long-term face-to-face work, Online therapy, Short term sessions, Short-term face-to-face work

Languages spoken

English, Hindi, Punjabi