Dilshini Sandhu, BACP
Heart-centered psychotherapist for life challenges
- Anxiety and depression support
- Trauma informed care
- Emotion-focused therapy
About Dilshini Sandhu
Dilshini Sandhu, who often goes by Dil and whose name means "heart," brings a compassionate, heart-centered approach to her work as a psychotherapist. She holds accreditation from the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and has six years of experience supporting adults through a wide range of life challenges, including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, low self-esteem, and depression. She also works with related concerns such as attachment and abandonment issues, body image, chronic illness and pain, communication and relationship difficulties, and a variety of other complex presentations.
Her path into therapy began with studies in Music and Psychology and years spent helping people express themselves through creative work. That early experience shaped an appreciation for self-expression as a route to healing and self-discovery. She completed an MSc in Psychology and Neuroscience at King’s College London and trained as a psychotherapeutic counsellor at the Metanoia Institute. She is currently undertaking a Doctorate in Counselling Psychology and Psychotherapy, with a research focus on implicit bias and building therapeutic relationships across difference.
As a South Asian practitioner, she is attentive to how cultural expectations and stigma can affect mental health and help-seeking. Her style is warm, collaborative, and rooted in respect and sensitivity. She draws on humanistic and relational principles alongside evidence-informed techniques, tailoring each session to the individual’s needs. Her clinical approaches include client-centered therapy, which prioritises the client’s own goals and experience, and Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), which concentrates on emotions and relational patterns in order to support healing and stronger connections.
Dilshini aims to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space for exploring personal stories and navigating change. Her work is designed to help people gain clarity, build resilience, and move toward a more authentic and fulfilling life.
Her path into therapy began with studies in Music and Psychology and years spent helping people express themselves through creative work. That early experience shaped an appreciation for self-expression as a route to healing and self-discovery. She completed an MSc in Psychology and Neuroscience at King’s College London and trained as a psychotherapeutic counsellor at the Metanoia Institute. She is currently undertaking a Doctorate in Counselling Psychology and Psychotherapy, with a research focus on implicit bias and building therapeutic relationships across difference.
As a South Asian practitioner, she is attentive to how cultural expectations and stigma can affect mental health and help-seeking. Her style is warm, collaborative, and rooted in respect and sensitivity. She draws on humanistic and relational principles alongside evidence-informed techniques, tailoring each session to the individual’s needs. Her clinical approaches include client-centered therapy, which prioritises the client’s own goals and experience, and Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), which concentrates on emotions and relational patterns in order to support healing and stronger connections.
Dilshini aims to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space for exploring personal stories and navigating change. Her work is designed to help people gain clarity, build resilience, and move toward a more authentic and fulfilling life.
Areas of Expertise
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dilshini Sandhu have?
Dilshini has six years of experience working with adults on a range of mental health and relational concerns.
Is Dilshini Sandhu a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds accreditation from the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy), a UK professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists. No additional license details are provided.
In which languages does Dilshini Sandhu provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Dilshini Sandhu located?
She is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Dilshini Sandhu as my therapist?
You can work with Dilshini through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dilshini Sandhu work with international clients?
She does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dilshini Sandhu cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Could Online Therapy Fit Your Life?
Many people wonder whether remote therapy can truly help. For many common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and major life transitions - people often find online therapy delivers benefits comparable to traditional in-person work.One major advantage is flexibility. Clients can connect with a therapist in the format that suits them best - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit therapeutic support into a busy life or when travel is difficult.
Online work can be well suited to a range of needs and preferences, and licensed professionals and therapists offer different styles and approaches. If a particular therapeutic relationship isn’t the right fit, it is usually possible to switch to a different therapist at any time to find a better match.