Shanaz Ali Sawyer

I am currently accepting new clients. My typical practice hours are during the 9-5 workday but i also offer flexibility outside of those hours for some evening and weekend appointment times. Currently, I offer online appointments only.

I am Dr. Shanaz A. Sawyer and I provide a compassionate, supportive space where adults can navigate anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, trauma, and major life transitions. My approach is interactive and grounded in evidence-based practices such as CBT and mindfulness. Together, we'll explore the patterns that may be keeping you stuck, build practical coping tools, and work toward healing, resilience, and meaningful change. Whether you're struggling with past experiences, chronic stress, or feeling disconnected from yourself, I offer a nonjudgmental environment where you can gain insight, strengthen relationships, and reconnect with what matters most.

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.

My background includes education and training in the US: BS Psychology, MS Psychology - Mental Health Counseling, Ph.D., Clinical Mental Health Counseling, JD Law degree. I have worked in hospital, higher education, corporate, and sports settings and in private practice for 15 years. Since returning to the UK I have continued working within a sports focused setting to provide counselling and education to elite athletes and professional sports organizations.

In our sessions we may address issues including depression, anxiety, stress, substance abuse and recovery, life/work balance, career development, aging and life transitions, body image, grief and loss, parent/caregiver stress, domestic abuse, women's issues, family and relationship issues, college/university student issues, athlete mental health.

Before your first appointment you will complete some required paperwork to help us get started. Once the paperwork is submitted you will receive a secure zoom link to your appointment.