Sana Kulsum Naqushbandi

A compassionate and client-centered counsellor with extensive experience in providing a safe, non-judgmental, and empathetic space for individuals to express their thoughts, emotions, and concerns. Demonstrates strong active listening skills combined with evidence-based counselling approaches to facilitate emotional healing, self-awareness, and behavioral change. 1. Active Listening & Therapeutic Presence Practices deep, attentive listening with full presence, allowing clients to feel heard, validated, and understood. Uses verbal and non-verbal cues such as paraphrasing, reflection, summarization, and appropriate silence to enhance communication. Builds rapport quickly, fostering trust and openness in both short-term and long-term counselling relationships. 2. Client-Centered Counselling Approach Adopts a non-judgmental, empathetic, and culturally sensitive approach tailored to individual client needs. Encourages clients to explore their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors at their own pace. Respects client autonomy while gently guiding them toward insight and self-directed growth. 3. Emotional Support & Validation Provides consistent emotional support to clients dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, interpersonal conflicts, and life transitions. Validates client experiences without reinforcing maladaptive patterns. Helps clients feel safe while discussing sensitive or distressing issues. 4. Use of Evidence-Based Counselling Techniques Integrates multiple therapeutic approaches based on client needs, including: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Mindfulness-based techniques Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) Applies grounding techniques, relaxation strategies (e.g., mindfulness, JPMR), and emotional regulation skills during sessions. 5. Problem Exploration & Insight Building Helps clients identify core issues, patterns, and triggers behind their concerns. Facilitates insight into maladaptive thoughts, emotional responses, and behavioral cycles. Supports clients in understanding connections between past experiences and present difficulties. 6. Goal Setting & Coping Strategies Collaborates with clients to set realistic, achievable therapeutic goals. Guides clients in developing adaptive coping mechanisms and problem-solving skills. Encourages behavioral activation, emotional regulation, and resilience-building techniques. 7. Crisis Support & Emotional Containment Provides immediate emotional support during distress, anxiety episodes, and overwhelming emotional states. Uses grounding and stabilization techniques to help clients regain emotional balance. Assesses need for further intervention when required. 8. Multimodal Counselling Delivery Experienced in conducting counselling sessions through: Video calls (45–90 minutes) Audio sessions Chat-based counselling Adapts communication style effectively across digital and in-person platforms. 9. Work with Diverse Populations Experience working with: Adults and young adults Geriatric population (including dementia care and caregiver counselling) Individuals with emotional, behavioral, and cognitive concerns Skilled in engaging both clients and caregivers in the counselling process. 10. Ethical & Professional Practice Maintains strict confidentiality and professional boundaries. Demonstrates empathy, patience, trustworthiness, and strong communication skills. Follows ethical guidelines and ensures a respectful, supportive therapeutic environment.