Nazia Uddin

About Nazia

Nazia Uddin is a highly skilled Assistant Psychologist and trainee therapist at Private Therapy Clinic. She has obtained a vast amount of knowledge from her academic studies and 3 years of Assistant Psychology experience. Nazia is pursuing the clinical psychology doctorate qualification, with the goal of becoming an HCPC accredited clinical psychologist.

With experience in client-facing roles, Nazia is gaining invaluable clinical insights under both group and individual supervision from HCPC-registered psychologists. This guidance provides her with a holistic perspective that enhances her practice.

Nazia is dedicated to staying at the forefront of her field by continuously expanding her knowledge and skills. She undergoes ongoing training and supervision at the Private Therapy Clinic to remain up-to-date with the latest advancements in therapy. Her ultimate aim is to contribute meaningfully to her clients’ well-being and support their journey toward lasting positive change.

Therapeutic Approach

Nazia Uddin utilises evidence-based, goal-oriented therapeutic methods to help clients overcome challenges. As a trainee therapist specialising in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), she has developed expertise in addressing a wide range of mental health issues affecting adolescents and adults. Her areas of specialisation include anxiety, depression, self-esteem challenges, depersonalisation/derealisation, attachment and relationship difficulties, limerence, and ADHD coaching.

CBT focuses on identifying and modifying unhelpful thought patterns and behaviours. Nazia works closely with her clients to develop healthier coping strategies and foster more positive ways of thinking, ultimately improving their overall well-being.

She also understands the long-term effects of painful and abusive childhood or adulthood experiences, which can contribute to complex emotional challenges. Nazia emphasises the importance of developing interpersonal skills, emotional regulation, and distress tolerance in her therapeutic interventions.

Nazia’s warm and empathetic nature allows her to build a strong therapeutic relationship with clients. She is committed to creating a safe, non-judgmental space where individuals can freely express their concerns and emotions. Her tailored approach ensures that each client’s unique needs and goals are met, providing them with the tools and support to navigate their mental health journey.

ADHD Coaching

In addition to her therapeutic work, Nazia is an ADHD coach who helps clients manage daily life more effectively. She focuses on practical strategies for organization, time management, and focus. Nazia tailors her coaching to individual needs, empowering clients to overcome challenges and achieve their goals, while improving executive functioning, self-regulation, and overall well-being.

Education

Nazia’s graduated with a 2.1 Philosophy degree from the University of Reading, which served as the foundation for her transition into psychology. Passionate about helping individuals overcome psychological challenges, she pursued and completed her MSc in Psychology at the University of Westminster, where she earned a Merit. Her academic achievements also include a Distinction in her MSc dissertation, which explored the experiences and perspectives of ethnic minority trainees facing racial and cultural barriers in therapeutic training courses.

Nazia’s academic background has laid a strong foundation for her clinical practice. Her dissertation underscores her commitment to addressing the unique challenges faced by minority groups in therapeutic settings. She is deeply passionate about issues related to race, culture, sexuality, belonging, and the intersecting cultures that shape identity. Her ability to engage with these complex topics makes her a versatile and insightful therapist.