Dr Farah Nadeem


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About Dr. Nadeem
Welcome to Dr. Nadeem’s profile! Much has evolved since her previous listing over ten years ago. Dr. Nadeem is a highly experienced Practitioner Psychologist with active HCPC registration and BPS chartership. Since 2018, she has served as the Head of Psychology at We Are Human Counselling Ltd, and, with her wealth of experience, she also works as a Consultant Psychologist. With over ten years of post-qualification experience and ten years of educational expertise, Dr. Nadeem is committed to delivering the highest standard of psychological care.
Training, qualifications & experience
Clinical Expertise and Leadership
Dr. Nadeem began her psychology journey in 2007 as an Assistant Psychologist at St George’s Hospital, working under Dr Chris Gilleard. Since then, she has steadily advanced in her career, earning a Doctorate in Psychology and gaining valuable clinical and counselling experience across a range of settings. In the NHS, she has held several leadership roles, including leading a department since 2019, and working as a Safeguarding Lead for female genital mutilation cases.
Currently, Dr. Nadeem leads a secondary care department as a principal psychologist in the NHS, specialising in the treatment of personality disorders, high-risk cases, and trauma. Her patients span various age groups, and her additional clinical training includes SCID V-CV, SCID V-PD, and a wide range of diagnostic assessments, such as ADHD and personality disorders.
As a trauma specialist, Dr. Nadeem is trained in Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT, Advanced Level, British Isles), and Narrative Therapy. She also has advanced training in trauma-focused care, including DBT-PTSD. In 2025, she will further expand her expertise by attaining Multi-Professional Approved Clinician status.
Innovative Contributions Beyond Healthcare
In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Nadeem has contributed to TV productions, ensuring psychological safety, and worked with corporate companies to improve mental health in the workplace. While confidentiality restricts her from naming specific projects, her work across these diverse fields demonstrates her adaptability and commitment to psychological well-being in various environments.
Dr. Nadeem has worked extensively as a psychologist within the legal system, providing assessments in areas such as social disorders, child development, and other psychological conditions. Her expertise spans a wide range of psychological assessments that help address complex issues within legal and social frameworks.
She is also an accomplished author, having published six works, with a current focus on completing her second book centred on trauma. Dr. Nadeem’s writing reflects her deep passion for mental health and trauma recovery, offering readers insights into psychological healing.
How Dr. Nadeem Can Support You
Dr. Nadeem’s approach to therapy is rooted in placing her clients at the heart of the process. She creates tailored treatment plans with clear, achievable goals, emphasising the importance of a strong therapeutic relationship as the foundation for meaningful change. Specialising in trauma, Dr. Nadeem helps clients uncover and address the core issues that impact their lives, guiding them towards lasting transformation.
Personal Values and Supervision
Dr. Nadeem brings integrity, kindness, and strength to everything she does. As a mother, she has gained deeper insight into compassion and has pursued further training in child development and perinatal psychology.
As an active supervisor, Dr. Nadeem has mentored Clinical Doctorate Trainees, Psychiatry professionals, and Clinical/Counselling/Forensic Psychologists. Her supervision rate is £200, and she is deeply committed to supporting the next generation of mental health professionals.
Profile written in 2024.
Member organisations
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British Psychological Society

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Areas of counselling I deal with
Other areas of counselling I deal with
I also work with Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) and have authored a book on the psychological treatment of FGM.
I have worked extensively within the legal system, providing assessments for social disorders, child development, and other psychological conditions. Additionally, I have experience working as a sports psychologist with some of my clients, supporting them in optimizing performance and mental resilience.
Therapies offered
Fees
Free initial telephone session
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
I offer a free consultation which is a general assessment and way to understand a clients needs. My staff do all free consultation from WE ARE HUMAN COUNSELLING.
If you do not get an answer via phone please text 07577015571 and someone will get back to you or email clinical@wearehumancounselling.org.uk.
When I work
Any time
Further information
I only work online or in Mayfair
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