Individual Therapy
One-to-one sessions in a confidential setting, tailored to your specific concerns and pace.
Clinical Psychology Practice · Islamabad
Steady support,
evidence-based care.
I'm Sadia Sikander, a Clinical Psychologist working with individuals and families through therapy, structured recovery support, and psychological assessment — grounded in three years of clinical practice in rehabilitation settings.
- MS Clinical Psychology
- Confidential & compassionate care
- Individual & family-centered support
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About
A grounded, structured approach to recovery and wellbeing
Sadia Sikander is a Clinical Psychologist with over three years of hands-on experience supporting individuals and families through substance use recovery and related psychological difficulties. Her work spans psychological assessment, individualized treatment planning, and both individual and group therapy — with a particular focus on relapse prevention, emotional regulation, and rebuilding stable routines after crisis.
She currently practices at Umeed-e-Shifa Rehabilitation Centre in Banigala, where she also supervises psychology interns and collaborates closely with psychiatrists and multidisciplinary teams to keep care coordinated.
3+
Years in clinical practice
MS
Clinical Psychology, SZABIST Islamabad
ISSUP
Member, Intl. Society of Substance Use Professionals
Areas of expertise
Services
Ways we can work together
The list below reflects Sadia's core areas of practice
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Substance Use & Addiction Recovery
Structured, evidence-based support for recovery, relapse prevention, and rebuilding routine.
Group Therapy
Facilitated group sessions building coping skills, insight, and peer support in recovery.
Family Psychoeducation
Guidance for families on communication, enabling behaviors, and supporting a loved one's recovery.
Psychological Assessment
Comprehensive clinical interviews and standardized assessment tools to guide treatment planning.
Crisis & Emotional Regulation Support
Support during moments of emotional dysregulation or behavioral crisis, with practical grounding tools.
My Approach
Care that follows a clear, considered path
Every course of treatment moves through the same grounded structure — adapted to what you actually need.
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Assessment
Clinical interview and standardized tools to understand your history and current needs.
Individualized Plan
A treatment plan built around your goals, risks, and what recovery should look like for you.
Therapy & Support
Individual or group sessions using CBT-informed methods, motivational interviewing, and psychoeducation.
Family Involvement
Where appropriate, working with family to strengthen the support system around you.
Aftercare
Ongoing check-ins and relapse-prevention planning as progress continues.
Compassionate & Non-Judgmental
You're met where you are, without judgment about how you got here.
Confidential & Safe
What's shared in session stays in session, within the bounds of professional ethics.
Personalized Care
No fixed program — treatment adapts as your circumstances and progress change.
Evidence-Informed Practice
Methods grounded in clinical training, not guesswork or trends.
Experience & Credentials
Training and clinical background
Professional Experience
Sep 2022 – July 2026
Clinical Psychologist
Umeed-e-Shifa Rehabilitation Centre, Banigala — assessment, individual & group therapy, family psychoeducation, intern supervision.
Apr 2022 – Aug 2022
Volunteer Counseling Psychologist
Cantonment Hospital, Rawalpindi — psychological assessments, short-term therapy, case documentation.
Dec 2020 – Feb 2021
Clinical Psychology Intern
Islamabad Psychological Center — assessment administration and individual therapy support.
Education
2021 – 2023
MS, Clinical Psychology
Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto University, Islamabad
2017 – 2021
BS, Psychology
Riphah International University, Islamabad
Workshops & Certifications
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Member, International Society of Substance Use Professionals (ISSUP)
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Psychological First Aid during COVID-19
UK Health Security Agency
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Understanding Mental Health in Muslim Communities
Cardiff University
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TAT Assessment Workshop
Islamabad Psychological Center
Why Work With Me
What clients and families can expect
Support built on direct clinical experience in rehabilitation settings — not just general counselling.
Focused Clinical Expertise
Specialized, day-to-day experience with substance use and co-occurring psychological difficulties.
Confidential Environment
Sessions held to professional standards of privacy and ethical practice.
Personalized Treatment
Plans adapted to your history and goals, not a one-size-fits-all program.
Family-Inclusive Care
Recognizing that recovery is often supported — or strained — by the people around you.
FAQs
Common questions
Tap any "Book an Appointment" button to message directly on WhatsApp, or reach out by phone or email. You'll be contacted to confirm your session details.
The first session is generally an intake assessment — a conversation about your history and current concerns, used to shape a treatment plan together.
Yes. Sessions are confidential within the limits of professional and legal ethical guidelines, which will be explained clearly before treatment begins.
Online sessions may be available depending on clinical suitability — mention your preference when booking and it can be discussed.
Individual sessions are typically 45–60 minutes. Group sessions may run longer, depending on the format.
Get in Touch
Book an appointment
Message directly on WhatsApp, or reach out by phone or email — whichever is easiest for you.
- Phone 0335-5777839
- Email sadiasikander1@gmail.com
- Online Sessions Book Now
- Hours Mon–Sat, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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This site is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for emergency care — in a crisis, please contact local emergency services immediately.