Sinthia Tijan

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MBACP (Accred) Psychotherapist / Clinical lead

About me

I am an experienced and qualified Psychotherapist / Clinical lead with a background in business management, working in London, primarily in Wimbledon and Clapham. I specialise in supporting couples, families and individuals - including teenagers - through a range of challenges, offering a confidential, non-judgmental space to explore personal and relational issues. Working closely with neurodiverse clients supporting their unique strengths and needs (with a particular interest in ADHD and Autism).

My business background gives me a deep understanding of the high-stress demands faced by professionals, particularly in finance, banking, and law. Many of my clients are high-level professionals seeking a space to process workplace stress, pressure, and personal challenges while balancing demanding careers. However, I also work with individuals from all walks of life, providing therapy that is accessible and therapeutic for anyone seeking support, whether they are dealing with anxiety, stress, depression, relationship issues, life transitions, or emotional difficulties.

Currently accepting referrals for:

Couples therapy
Family therapy
Individual therapy (adults & teenagers)

Working with Allianz, Aviva, AXA, BUPA, BUPA Global, Healix and WPA insurers.

Areas of focus include:

Anxiety & stress

ADHD, Autism

Workplace pressure & burnout, School stress and exams pressure, friendships and social challenges, confidence, balance and well-being

Career coaching

Returning to work from absence relating to sickness

Relationship difficulties (also working with psychosexual challenges)

Experience and training in supporting neurodiverse clients.
Parenting & family dynamics
Court-ordered therapy & child protection cases
Trauma & abuse
Sexuality & identity

Gynecology / Fertility challenges

Chronic pain

Recovering from psychological and/or physical trauma

Depression
Addiction

OCD

Dual diagnosis clients


With extensive experience in various settings, I have worked as a primary counsellor, family therapist, group facilitator, trainer, and clinical supervisor. I have led parenting skills workshops, divorce support programs, and addiction recovery training. My background includes significant work with individuals involved in the criminal justice system and child protection services, providing court-mandated therapy and support for families navigating legal challenges.

I also have experience working within the NHS at a major South London hospital (2013-2017), supporting patients dealing with hearing loss and balance issues. In private practice, I offer therapy in London and Surrey, providing a safe space for clients to address personal struggles, improve relationships, and develop new coping strategies.

As an Integrative Therapist and Clinical Supervisor, I draw on a range of therapeutic models tailored to each client’s unique needs. Whether addressing past or present relationship difficulties, setting boundaries, managing high-pressure careers, or navigating the complexities of family life, my goal is to help clients build resilience and create positive change.

For clinical supervision, I offer a space to reflect on practice, review clinical cases, and support professional development, ensuring a well-rounded approach to therapeutic work.

Crisis counselling and short-notice appointments are available.

Training, qualifications & experience

  • University Diploma (Integrative Counselling)
  • Post graduate Diploma in Clinical Supervision of Individuals and Groups 
  • Post graduate COSRT Level 5 accreditation Couple/Relationship therapy
  • Post Graduate Level 7 Trauma training  Certified Trauma Professional (CTP) 
  • Post Graduate Life Story Training (also working with social services and adopted children)
  • Previous career Economics, Banking and HR 
  • Classical Music - Piano
  • Safeguarding children and vulnerable adults training
  • Teaching Understanding Substance Misuse training
  • Teaching Introduction to Counselling to Level 1 students
  • Divorce Support Groups Therapists Training
  • Couple Counselling training
  • Family Counselling Training
  • Dual diagnosis patients training
  • Working with Neurodiversity 
  • Collaborating with Solicitors / supporting ongoing cases
  • Working with Court Orders (family, personal injury and criminal law)
  • Current and previous experience of working in private practice, NHS and with a number of medical insurances (self referrals also accepted)
  • Current and previous positions in HR at senior level as well as mediation
  • Writing Reports
  • Appearing as a Witness
  • Representing patients/clients at medical tribunals and hearings
  • Interpreting
  • I am committed to continuous professional development, actively engaging in various CPD courses to enhance my knowledge and skills, ensuring the highest quality of support for my clients.

Member organisations

BACP
British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP)

BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred). Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA). Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision. Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training. All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.

Accredited register membership

British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy
Accredited Register Scheme

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British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy

Areas of counselling I deal with

Other areas of counselling I deal with

I currently work with individuals (teenagers, adults, couples and families); we work on a range of presenting issues i.e. relationship issues, anxiety, stress, depression, sexual issues, trauma, work related stress etc.

I offer Clinical Supervision online as well as in our Wimbledon and Clapham Clinics.

Currently accepting Social Services Referrals (adopted children - Life Story work) 

Currently accepting Court ordered therapy

Therapies offered

Fees

£100.00 - £250.00

Concessions offered for

  • OAPs
  • Students
  • Trainee counsellors
  • Refugees

Health Insurance/EAP

  • BUPA
  • Axa Health
  • Health Assured
  • Aviva
  • Saga
  • Vitality
  • WPA
  • Cigna
  • Allianz
  • Healix

Additional information

Face to face and virtual therapy fees - please note: single appointment duration is up to 50min (also known as "clinical hour"). You can book single, x1.5 or double appointment.

Fees: up to £250/h

Working with individuals, couples, families as well as adopted children (via social services and adoption team referrals only). Offering clinical supervision to trainees and qualified clinicians who must have valid Indemnity Insurance, ICO registration and BACP membership in place. 

Every client’s needs are unique. Fees are tailored to reflect the scope and complexity of each case. Before any work begins, I will offer a clear estimate based on the specific needs of your case. Before we begin ongoing therapy, we will meet for an assessment session to help us understand what approach will best serve you. Fees are tailored based on the level of preparation, analysis, and support your case requires. You will always know the exact fee before continuing, and all clients receive the same quality of thoughtful, compassionate care.

There is a limited number of low cost appointments available, please contact me for further details.

Home visits are available depending on the location and only by prior arrangement.

Minimum one week notice is required for the session cancellation/rescheduling  otherwise full fee applies.

When possible four weeks notice is ideal to end therapy so we can gradually work towards an ending. 

Therapy sessions are payable by bank transfer.

English, Croatian, Serbian, Bosnian - Languages Spoken with fluency 

When I work

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Early morning
Morning
Early afternoon
Late afternoon
Evening

Therapy & Clinical Supervision is offered Monday to Sunday with some home visits availability (by prior arrangement). Generally sessions run from 7am until 10pm (last appointment 9pm).

Further information

Memberships:

MBACP Accredited Member  (BACP Accredited Register)

Registered with ALLIANZ, AVIVA, AXA, BUPA, BUPA GLOBAL, HEALIX and WPA Private Medical Insurance Providers (accepting patients currently). If your policy is with another insurer please contact me as it may be possible to accept the referral.

Email: sinthiatijan@gmail.com

Type of session

In person
Online
Home visits

Types of client

Young people (13-17)
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Older Adults (65+)
Couples
Families
Groups
Organisations
Employee Assistance Programme

Key details

DBS check

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Additional languages

Croatian, Bosnian, Serbian

Online platforms

Whatsapp
Zoom
Microsoft Teams

Supervision

In person
Online

Clinical Supervisor with background in economics and management - collaborating with Supervisees + supporting their personal and professional growth.

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Sinthia Tijan
Sinthia Tijan