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Welcome to Sakinah Counselling
Safiyyah Sultana
Founder | Neuropsychotherapist
Psychology & Neuroscience
Individual & Marriage Counselling
Youth Mentorship
recipient OF AWARD FOR OUTSTANDING WORK IN THE WORKPLACE
AL - BALKHI Award 2019
Safiyyah Sultana founder of Sakinah Counselling was awarded the Al-Balkhi award for outstanding work in the workplace 2019. This award was very special as it was solely nominated by the general public.
Safiyyah Sultana - Founder
Message from the Founder of Sakinah
I founded Sakinah which means inner peace, to help individuals reach their potential. A basic human need is to be loved and accepted. Certain issues are not conscious to us and this is where I come in with counselling experience since 2003, to help you explore your issues using the latest findings in Neuroscience and Psychology.
I have developed various other services due to the needs of our clients. Single Mothers group, Childrens Club, Sakinah Community group, etc. All to incorporate a holistic need of a community.
I have learned a very important lesson during my counselling years that even though I was meant to help my clients, they have helped me become a better person. It's their commitment and strength to endure life difficulties, that has impacted me deeply. I feel honoured to be part of their Journey.
Testimonials
Testimonials
" I didn't think I needed counselling, it was my wife who needed it. However I soon discovered that having a better understanding of myself was not only an eye opener for me but saved my marriage. Thank you so much Safiyyah! " A. J.
" I never thought that my past was linked to my present but exploring my history has helped me understand why I snap and then fall into deep depression. Once I understood, my counsellor and I worked on how we can change the old patterns." M.S.
" I was hesitant to seek counselling particularly as majority of the services didn't understand where I was coming from. I spent most of the time explaining what certain issues meant in my culture. Therefore it was refreshing to have a Counsellor who understood my background and we could just proceed to explore my issues." N. H.
"Phone counselling was extremely convenient. As a man I felt Safiyyah completely understood me and helped me through a very difficult divorce. I have nothing but praise for this lady.. thank you Safiyyah" SA
Our Services
Individual Counselling: £55 per session
Minimum 3 sessions booking in advance
Marriage Counselling: £60 per session
I recommend that both parties first have individual sessions and then joint sessions. This helps me understand you individually and understand the dynamics of your relationship.
Children Counselling: £45 per session
Neuroeducation Workshop - Currently offering FREE (worth over £300 for 2 hours)
Neuroscience/Psychology Workshops
What is it about?
It’s about how your brain works in regards to your emotions and moods and how you can control it. We often blame ourselves for the way we are but there is more to it because most of our behaviour is biological. By understanding it is the first step in changing it.
What will I learn?
- You will learn about different parts of the brain that triggers those negative feelings and parts of the brain that can control it.
- You will learn about Neurons/Cells in your brain which release chemicals (neurotransmitters) that can either make you feel negative or positive.
- You will learn why your children just don’t understand what you are trying to explain. It’s not because they don’t want to but it’s related to their brain and the developmental stage they are in.
- You will learn how to manage/change your behaviour in the workshop by applying it there and then.
- You will learn how to enhance your relationship with your spouse. Rather then blaming each other you will have a better understanding of why they behave a certain way.
OUR LAST WORKSHOP WAS SOLD OUT, INFACT WE WERE OVER BOOKED!
Educating the heart
In the new field of neurocardiology, scientists have discovered that the heart possesses its own intrinsic nervous system, a network of nerves so functionally sophisticated as to earn the description of a “heart brain.” Containing over 40,000 neurons, this “little brain” gives the heart the ability to independently sense, process information, make decisions, and even to demonstrate a type of learning and memory. In essence, it appears that the heart is truly an intelligent system.
The Prophet salallaahu ‘alayhi wa sallam said about your heart: Truly in the body there is a morsel of flesh which, if it be sound, all the body is sound and which, if it be diseased, all of it is diseased. Truly it is the heart. [al-Bukhaaree, Muslim]
"I believe it is our duty as parents to educate and nurture our children's hearts."
Safiyyah Sultana
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Safiyyah Sultana
I am the mother of 3 beautiful children. No doubt this is the the best part of my life!
I am a Neuopsychotherapist and founded Sakinah Counselling in 2003. This was due to a lack of mental health services specialising in cultural and religious understanding. It has been a long journey to break the taboo and we have certainly come a long way.
To bring awareness to mental health issues, I have created and presented 2 shows on Islam Channel and have appeared on Channel 4 and Sky News as an expert.
I have continued my studies and training in various areas like breavement, drug abuse, domestic violence, child psychology, etc.
After years of counselling I have gained an understanding that most adult issues stem from early childhood experiences. Therefore I feel that an early intervention in childhood can prevent issues in adulthood. SEL (Social and Emotional Learning) can be a powerful tool to a healthy brain development.
I have a masters degree in Psychology and Neuroscience at Kings College London.