Dina Hajdini

Dina Hajdini is a Psychology graduate and Trainee Counselling Psychologist at The Private Therapy Clinic. Dina has experience in treating a wide range of disorders such as Addictions, Anxiety, Depression, Low Mood, Self-Esteem related issues, Personality Disorders and Panic Attacks.

Dina draws upon the Person-Centred Therapy approach, which aims to put the client at the centre of the therapeutic process, to enable them to reflect on their thoughts, feelings, behaviours, and experiences in a safe, non-judgemental and confidential environment. Dina also integrates elements of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Psychodynamic therapy into her approach.

Experience

Dina has over 5 years of experience working as a counsellor and coach within a rehabilitation centre in Italy, as well as co-managing residential homes for people experiencing mental health issues. She also has experience working with children and developed her understanding of how our childhood experiences can affect us now, and how to move past this and develop more positive ways of thinking and behaving whilst coaching groups of girls.

She currently manages weekly addiction meetings for individuals and families experiencing depression, anxiety, and addictions, and works to understand family dynamics and unhealthy patterns behind relationships that enable addiction. In addition to this Dina oversees and guides the detox process of entry into a non-profit rehabilitation centre, and works with families and individuals undergoing this transition.

She is the trustee of the English branch of an Italian non-profit rehabilitation centre and is responsible for initiating outreach programs and initiatives such as interviews and public speaking. Dina also has experience working within the private sector within Sales and HR, researching and designing corporate mental health initiatives.

Education and Skills

Dina Hajdini graduated from Goldsmiths University in London where she studied psychology. Her aim is to become an HCPC registered psychologist.

Dina is committed to the professional development of her therapeutic techniques and attends weekly supervision sessions with Counselling Psychologist Sharmin Aktar, as well as consistent support from Clinical Director and Counselling Psychologist, Dr Becky Spelman.

Dina is also a member of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and abides by their standards.