“She is an outstanding therapist. She is real, and I love that about her. She leaves me with something to think about every time we end our sessions.”
Licensed Clinical Psychologist · 10+ Years Experience
Sana Naqshbandi – Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Former Clinical Psychologist at AIIMS New Delhi · Spring Health, New York · Intellect, Singapore · Fitcy Health, Dubai · Certified Trauma Therapist, EMDR Asia
Sana has more than 10 years of clinical experience and has provided psychological therapy to clients across India, the USA, UK, UAE, GCC and other international locations. She works with adults, children, adolescents, couples and families, with experience across mental health, trauma, relationships, workplace wellbeing and cross-cultural concerns.
RCI Registration A62922
Adults
Children & Adolescents
Couples & Families
Trauma & PTSD
OCD
International Clients
Languages: English · Hindi · Urdu · Bengali · Kashmiri
Online Consultations
Individual & Child: $49 · Couples & Family: $59
Online therapy for clients in India and internationally
Senior Clinical Experience · India & International
Meet Sana Naqshbandi
Sana Naqshbandi is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with 10+ years of professional experience. Her practice spans adult mental health, child psychology, marriage and relationship therapy, family counselling and trauma-focused psychological care.
Her clinical background includes work at AIIMS New Delhi, alongside international mental-health experience with Spring Health, New York, Intellect, Singapore and Fitcy Health, Dubai. She has worked as an online psychologist with clients from different countries, cultures and professional backgrounds.
As a child psychologist, marriage therapist, family counsellor and Certified Trauma Therapist, Sana brings a broad clinical perspective while keeping therapy individual to the person. Her approach is empathetic, collaborative, trauma-informed and client-centred.
RCI Registration A62922 ·
Master’s in Clinical Psychology ·
Certified Trauma Therapist - EMDR Asia ·
English · Hindi · Urdu · Bengali · Kashmiri
Clinical Areas
Areas Sana Works With
Sana provides online psychological support across adult mental health, trauma, relationships, child and adolescent concerns, workplace wellbeing and different stages of life.
Adult Mental Health
Anxiety disorders and anxiety management , depression , emotional regulation and coping difficulties, adjustment and life transitions, OCD and related concerns , and self-esteem, confidence and personal growth .
Trauma, Grief & Difficult Life Experiences
Trauma, PTSD and trauma-related concerns , grief, loss and bereavement , including psychological distress following major loss, displacement or difficult life experiences.
Stress, Burnout & Workplace Mental Health
Stress and burnout , workplace mental health, occupational stress, work-life balance and difficulties coping with sustained professional pressure.
Marriage, Relationships & Family
Relationship and marriage counselling , family and interpersonal concerns, emotional difficulties within close relationships and support during periods of change, conflict or disconnection.
Children & Adolescents
As a child psychologist, Sana provides child and adolescent counselling for behavioural and emotional concerns, adjustment difficulties, stress and psychological concerns affecting everyday functioning.
Older Adults, Caregivers & Expatriate Concerns
Geriatric psychology and mental-health concerns in older adults, caregiver stress and caregiver counselling, alongside expatriate and cross-cultural concerns such as loneliness, adjustment and adapting to life away from familiar family or social support.
Evidence-Based Practice
Therapy Approaches & Clinical Expertise
Sana draws from different evidence-based approaches based on the person, clinical formulation and goals of therapy rather than relying on one fixed method.
Psychotherapy Approaches
CBT · DBT · ACT · REBT · Behaviour Therapy · Solution-Focused Brief Therapy · Mindfulness-Based Interventions
Trauma & Relationship-Focused Work
EMDR · Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) · Trauma-Informed Care · Emotional Regulation · Collaborative Treatment Planning
Clinical Assessment & Planning
Psychological Assessment · Neuropsychological Assessment · Mental Status Examination · Risk Assessment · Case Formulation · Cognitive Rehabilitation
Therapy is adapted as clinical understanding develops, with assessment and treatment planning used where relevant rather than applying the same approach to every client.
USA · UK · UAE · Singapore · Worldwide
Indian & South Asian Psychologist for Clients Living Abroad
Clients looking for an Indian therapist or South Asian therapist in the USA, UK, UAE, Singapore or elsewhere can work with Sana while retaining the Indian family and cultural context that may matter in therapy.
Sana may also suit clients specifically looking for a Muslim psychologist or Muslim therapist who can respect faith, marriage and family values while keeping psychological care evidence-based and centred on the individual.
Client Experiences
What Clients Say About Working With Sana
Feedback from clients who have worked with Sana in therapy.
“She is very attentive, knowledgeable and considerate. I would highly recommend her.”
“She was such a great listener. She not only listened but helped me see areas I hadn't recognised before. I finished therapy feeling stronger and more secure.”
“I can tell she is very experienced and actively listens during our sessions. She has given me a lot to think about, and I'm feeling positive about our work together.”
“I quickly became comfortable with her. I feel like I can be real about the good, bad and ugly, and I can tell she sincerely cares about me as an individual.”
“Knowledgeable, kind, caring and professional. I am grateful for her guidance and listening ear.”
Reviews may be shortened for readability and identifying details are omitted to protect client privacy.
Book a Consultation With Sana
Work with an experienced clinical psychologist for individual mental health, child and adolescent support, trauma, relationships, marriage or family concerns through private online sessions.
Book AppointmentIndividual & Child: $49 · Couples & Family: $59
About Consulting Sana
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sana Naqshbandi an RCI-registered Clinical Psychologist?
Yes. Sana Naqshbandi is registered with the Rehabilitation Council of India under registration A62922. She has more than 10 years of professional experience, a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology, and previous clinical experience at AIIMS New Delhi.
Does Sana provide trauma therapy and EMDR online?
Yes. Sana works with trauma, PTSD and trauma-related concerns and is a Certified Trauma Therapist with EMDR Asia. EMDR is considered where clinically appropriate after understanding the client’s history, current needs, readiness and therapy goals.
Can I book Sana as a child psychologist for my child or teenager?
Yes. Sana works with children and adolescents experiencing emotional, behavioural and adjustment-related concerns. Initial sessions focus on understanding what is happening, how it is affecting everyday functioning and what type of psychological support may be appropriate.
Does Sana provide marriage counselling and family therapy?
Yes. Sana works with couples and families around marriage, relationship, family and interpersonal concerns. Sessions may explore communication, emotional patterns, adjustment, conflict and wider family dynamics. Couple and family consultations are scheduled for 60 minutes.
Can I consult Sana if I live in the USA, UK, UAE, Singapore or another country?
Yes. Sana works online with clients in India and internationally. Her professional background includes tele-mental-health work through organisations based in New York, Singapore and Dubai, along with experience supporting clients from different cultural and international backgrounds.
Can Muslim or South Asian clients work with Sana?
Yes. Sana works with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds and can consider faith, family values, cultural expectations and South Asian family dynamics when these are relevant to therapy. These are explored according to the client’s own beliefs, priorities and therapy goals.
What can I expect in my first session with Sana?
The first session focuses on understanding why you are seeking therapy, relevant history, current concerns and what you would like to change. Sana then considers the wider clinical picture and discusses an appropriate direction for further therapy rather than using one fixed approach.
How much does a session with Sana cost and how long is it?
An individual mental-health or child/adolescent session is $49 for 50 minutes. A couples or family session is $59 for 60 minutes. Sessions are provided online through LeapHope.
Can Sana prescribe medication or work alongside a psychiatrist?
Sana provides psychological therapy and clinical psychological care; she does not prescribe psychiatric medication. If psychiatric or medical evaluation may be useful, consultation with an appropriate medical professional can be considered alongside psychological therapy.
How can I book a consultation with Sana Naqshbandi?
You can book a session with Sana through LeapHope’s appointment booking page . Choose the appropriate individual, child, couple or family consultation when booking.