Ms Sanjoli Sakhuja

Sanjoli’s therapeutic approach is primarily psychodynamic, while also being integrative and responsive to her clients’ unique needs. She draws from a range of approaches including attachment-based therapy, mindfulness, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), client-centred therapy, and mind-body practices. Her work is grounded in creating a reflective space that honours emotional depth, relational patterns, and the connection between body and mind.

Sanjoli is particularly passionate about working with the South Asian population and addressing culturally specific concerns such as family and societal expectations, identity development, and the de-stigmatisation of mental health. She believes in the value of culturally sensitive care and often incorporates themes of belonging, boundaries, and self-exploration into her work.

She also has a strong interest in group therapy, especially around shared themes such as identity, intergenerational dynamics, and self-care. She believes in the transformative potential of shared experiences and integrates art-making into her therapeutic approach to create a safe and accessible space for reflection and growth.

Sanjoli structures her therapeutic process into three key phases: assessment, therapeutic work, and termination.

In the initial phase, the first few sessions are focused on understanding the client’s needs—what has brought them to therapy, what they hope to gain, and what they need from the space. This period helps build a shared understanding and forms the foundation for the work ahead.

The second phase involves engaging in deeper therapeutic work. Together, the client and therapist explore underlying patterns, emotional experiences, and relational dynamics. The focus here is on building insight, emotional regulation, and coping strategies tailored to the client’s needs.

The final phase—termination—begins once the client feels they have developed enough internal resources to manage challenges independently. This phase is approached with care, reflecting on the progress made and preparing for life beyond therapy.

Sanjoli places strong emphasis on the collaborative nature of therapy. It is not solely the therapist’s job or the client’s—it is a shared journey that requires consistency, commitment, and patience. Therapy is a gradual process of unfolding, and meaningful change takes time.

Sanjoli is an Art Psychotherapist who uses art as a central part of the therapeutic process. Art therapy involves using creative expression—through drawing, painting, or other art materials—as a way to explore emotions, thoughts, and experiences that may be hard to put into words. It is not about assessment, interpretation, or judgment, nor does it require any artistic skill. Instead, it offers a non-verbal, reflective space to access what might be held in the unconscious or difficult to express directly. Sanjoli believes that this process can gently uncover insights, support emotional regulation, and help individuals reconnect with themselves in a safe and meaningful way.