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Rukhsar Shaikh

Rukhsar Shaikh

Rukhsar Shaikh

Caregiver Burnout Chronic Pain Disability Support & Identity Health Anxiety Imposter Syndrome Separation Anxiety Disorder Social Anxiety Disorder (Social Phobia) Women's Health (PCOS | Fertility | Postpartum etc.)
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Experience: 3 Years

Qualification: Master's in Clinical Psychology

Counselling Psychologist

Languages I speak - English, Hindi, and Urdu

Additional Slots: Available on weekends

Available: Online for video sessions

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About me

I’m Rukhsar, a psychologist with nearly four years of experience supporting people through anxiety, low motivation, adjustment issues, sleep difficulties, and everyday emotional stress. I work with an eclectic approach that blends evidence-based methods with depth work, art therapy, and health psychology. I focus on understanding the whole person and helping clients recognize their patterns, build healthier habits, and make meaningful changes that improve mood and daily functioning.

My style is warm, grounded, and collaborative, creating a space where people feel understood, supported, and guided at a pace that feels right for them. I also bring experience in art-based therapy workshops, habit building, and mind-body strategies for anxiety and lifestyle-related concerns. My goal is to offer clarity, compassion, and practical steps that help life feel lighter and more balanced.

My Areas of Expertise

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Anxiety

Depth of Experience: Primary focus area

• Number of Clients Seen: 30–75

• Types / Presentations Worked With: Social Anxiety Disorder (Social Phobia), Health Anxiety, Separation Anxiety Disorder, Performance Anxiety, Trauma-linked Anxiety, Agoraphobia, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)

• Key Approach / Modality Used: Integrative approach drawing from CBT-informed techniques, emotional processing, psychoeducation, nervous system regulation, mindfulness-based strategies, and supportive psychotherapy

• Relevant Trainings / Certifications: MA in Psychology

Existential Concerns + Identity

Depth of Experience: Regular part of practice

• Number of Clients Seen: 10–30

• Types / Presentations Worked With: Meaning & Purpose Concerns

• Key Approach / Modality Used: Reflective and insight-oriented therapy using existential exploration, depth-oriented work, meaning-making, identity exploration, and supportive psychotherapy

• Relevant Trainings / Certifications: MA in Psychology

Stress, Burnout & Overwhelm

Depth of Experience: Primary focus area

• Number of Clients Seen: 10–30

• Types / Presentations Worked With: Overwhelm & Emotional Exhaustion, Burnout, Work Stress, Academic Stress

• Key Approach / Modality Used: CBT-informed and skills-based approach focused on stress management, emotional regulation, habit change, self-awareness, boundaries, and mindfulness-based coping strategies

• Relevant Trainings / Certifications: Counselling Certification in Applied Healthcare from TISS

Chronic Illness, Pain Management & Disability

Depth of Experience: Primary focus area

• Number of Clients Seen: 30–75

• Types / Presentations Worked With: Chronic Illness, Chronic Pain, Disability Support & Identity, Health Anxiety, Caregiver Burnout, Women's Health (PCOS, Fertility, Postpartum, etc.)

• Key Approach / Modality Used: Health psychology-informed counselling integrating psychoeducation, adjustment-focused therapy, supportive psychotherapy, pain coping strategies, emotional processing, caregiver support, and behaviour change work

• Relevant Trainings / Certifications: Counselling Certification in Applied Healthcare from TISS

Self Esteem & Imposter Syndrome

Depth of Experience: Regular part of practice

• Number of Clients Seen: 10–30

• Types / Presentations Worked With: Low Self-Esteem, Imposter Syndrome, Confidence Building

• Key Approach / Modality Used: Insight-oriented and CBT-informed work focused on self-worth, cognitive restructuring, emotional awareness, confidence building, identity patterns, and supportive psychotherapy

• Relevant Trainings / Certifications: MA in Psychology, Counselling certification from Heart to Heart "

Key Therapeutic Approaches I use

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
  • Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
  • Narrative, Expressive Arts & Play Therapy
  • Humanistic / Person-Centred Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy

More about my practice

  • Therapy Style OR How I Show Up

    • Structured & goal-oriented
    • Warm & empathetic
    • Exploratory & reflective

  • Clients I Take up

    • Young Adults (18–25 years)
    • Adults (26–60 years)
    • Older Adults (60+ years)
    • Couples
    • Families

  • My Own Lived Experience

    • Prefer not to disclose
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