Ummayah Sidhu
Counselor/Therapist, Ummayah Sidhu | BACP Accredited Psychotherapist | Identity & Heritage Specialist
Online in Qatar, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom
(Online Only)
THE WHOLE STORY APPROACH: I lead with a relational way of working that ensures every part of your journey from your heritage and faith to your professional life is seen and valued.
I am a BACP Accredited Psychotherapist and Counsellor with over 10 years of experience, shaped by a life lived across cultures. As a British-born woman and a Muslim revert, my practice is deeply rooted in understanding the delicate balance of identity, belonging, and faith.
Having lived and worked in Qatar for six years within a diverse international community, I bring a global, nuanced perspective to my relational work. I understand the unique beauty and the complex tensions of mixed-heritage families and the journey of navigating different worldviews while staying true to one's values.
My approach is warm, professional, and spiritually sensitive. Whether you are navigating the pressures of leadership and burnout or exploring personal questions of heritage and identity, I provide a space where all parts of you your faith, your history, and your professional ambitions are held with respect.
I welcome you to reach out for an initial conversation to see how we can work together.
Client Focus
Session Format: Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Senior, Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: Asian, Black / African American, Christian, Middle Eastern, Muslim, Persons with Disabilities, Women clients.
Treatment Approach
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Focuses on strengthening emotional bonds in couples or families. It helps people identify negative cycles and create more secure connections.
- Existential / Humanistic Therapy Encourages people to explore meaning, freedom, and authenticity in their lives. It focuses on personal growth and living in alignment with one’s values.
- Gestalt Therapy Encourages awareness of thoughts, feelings, and actions in the present moment. It helps people integrate different parts of themselves for wholeness.
- Integrative Therapy Combines techniques from multiple approaches into a customized plan. It adapts to each client’s unique situation and needs.
- Multicultural Therapy Acknowledges the role of culture, race, and identity in mental health. It values diversity and adapts treatment to each person’s background.
- Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) Emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and authenticity. It provides a safe space for self-discovery and growth.
- Psychoeducational Therapy Provides education and coping tools about mental health conditions. It empowers clients with knowledge and practical skills.
- Relational Psychotherapy Emphasizes the healing power of the therapist-client relationship. It uses trust and safety as a foundation for change.
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Focuses on solutions and future goals rather than past problems. It is practical, short-term, and goal-driven.
Approach Description: Clinical Approach:
My work is rooted in Gestalt and Existentialism. We focus on:
The "Here-and-Now": Understanding how you experience your life in this very moment.
Personal Agency: Exploring your capacity for choice and the courage to live authentically.
Relational Depth: Building a secure connection where you no longer have to 'edit' your identity.
Fees & Insurance
Fees
- Average Session Fee Sessions are £80 and conducted securely online. I accept payment via bank transfer at least 24 hours before our meeting to secure your slot. I offer long and short-term support.
- Accepts Insurance
- AXA Health, Aviva, Allianz and WPA.
Education & Credentials
Ummayah Sidhu Ummayah Sidhu | BACP Accredited Psychotherapist | Identity & Heritage Specialist
- Female
- License # Membership with British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy / 377615
- Licensed in West Midlands
- Practicing Since 2016
Education: BACP Accredited Member (MBACP Accred)
Postgraduate Certificate in Integrative Psychotherapy (Level 7)
Graduate Certificate in Integrative Psychotherapy
BSc (Hons) Psychology
EFTi (EFT Level 1 & 2)
Developing Use of the Outdoors
ILM Award in Leadership and Management
3,000+ Clinical Hours
Ummayah Sidhu Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available Online for residents of Qatar, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom
- Online Therapy Details: As a UK-based therapist with a senior background in wellbeing leadership, I provide a secure, high-standard online practice for clients worldwide. I utilize a GDPR-compliant, browser-based video platform that requires no downloads, ensuring absolute confidentiality and ease of use. My approach bridges clinical excellence, offering a flexible and expert space for healing, whether you are in the UK or navigating life overseas.
Therapy Sessions
Location: Online for residents of the UK, Globally, the UAE, and Qatar.
The Setting: I provide a secure, high-standard online practice using a GDPR-compliant, browser-based video platform. My background in wellbeing leadership ensures a clinically excellent and confidential space, tailored to the unique complexities of living and working across borders.
Practice Description
Focusing on Identity and High-Pressure Transitions
My clinical work is centered on navigating the intersections of identity, heritage, and the "between worlds" experience. I specialize in supporting those who feel the weight of community expectations, dual-heritage family dynamics, or the "shape-shifting" often required in multicultural environments. My goal is to help you move beyond merely managing symptoms toward a restored sense of self.
The Practitioner Stance: Gestalt and Existentialism
I work through Gestalt and Existential perspectives, which means we prioritize your "here-and-now" experience. Rather than getting lost in the "why" of the past, we focus on:
Personal Agency: Exploring your capacity to make authentic choices in the face of life's uncertainties.
Relational Presence: Building a space where you no longer have to 'edit' or 'translate' your identity to be understood.
Meaning-Making: Addressing the deep-seated exhaustion of burnout or grief by rediscovering purpose.
Senior Clinical Experience
This work is supported my experience in lead clinical positions. As a BACP Accredited Psychotherapist, I bridge high-level leadership insight with a gentle, trauma-informed approach. I offer a space where faith traditions and diverse worldviews are respected as the foundation of your resilience.