Sabina Coghe

Sabina Coghe is a seasoned and compassionate Psychological Therapist specializing in trauma therapy, with over 25 years of experience in mental health care. Known for her expertise in complex trauma cases, Sabina has worked extensively in the community health non-profit sector and within the NHS in secondary care, where she most recently served in a specialised ADAPT team, providing assessment and trauma-focused treatment for clients facing some of the most challenging psychological issues. Her work addresses a wide range of affect and personality disorders and trauma presentations, including rape, domestic violence, coercive control, narcissistic abuse, sibling sexual abuse, childhood abuse/trauma, sex trafficking, trauma related to BDSM-practices, trauma bonding, and navigating complex gender identity concerns.

Sabina holds a Master’s Degree in Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy from the University of Oxford and a Postgraduate Certificate in Enhanced CBT for Psychological Trauma also from the University of Oxford. She is currently completing her dissertation for her Doctorate in Counselling Psychology, with a focus on research into the Imposter Phenomenon. Registered with the British Psychological Society, (Division of Counselling Psychology) (BPS), British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), and British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP), Sabina is also a certified EMDR practitioner (EMDR Assoc. U.K.), qualified to work with adults and children. Her complete history of training, qualifications, certifications and accreditations can be viewed on LinkedIn. Sabina welcomes advisory requests and mentorship questions from peers/trainees/students alike.

Expertise and Services
Sabina’s trauma-centred approach distinguishes her as a specialist in treating highly complex trauma. Her integrative therapy practice combines EMDR, Psychodynamic Therapy, NET, CBT, DBT, and Compassion-Focused Therapy to create a customized therapeutic relational experience for each unique client. She works with a wide range of individuals, including adults and children, as well as couples and families, at The Awareness Centre in Clapham and by arrangement in other locations and via Telehealth.

Sabina’s clinical interests and expertise include: Trauma and PTSD (with specialization in complex cases), Traumatic Bereavement and Grief, Chronic Pain and Medically Unexplained Symptoms (such as Chronic Fatigue and Fibromyalgia), Neurodiversity and Autism Assessments (qualified for both children and adults), Additional areas of focus: addictions, end-of-life palliative care, HIV/AIDS, gender identity, and mood disorders.

Therapeutic Approach
With a personal and professional mindfulness practice spanning 30+ years, Sabina’s approach is holistic and client-centred, addressing both mind and body. Her work is grounded in Compassion, mindful self-awareness and embracing an embodied cognitive approach, providing clients with the tools to develop self-awareness, resilience, and healthier coping mechanisms. Sabina’s compassionate, playful, creative and non-judgmental space encourages clients to explore their experiences freely, creatively and collaboratively, fostering healing and growth.

Accessibility and Affordability
Sabina believes therapy should be accessible and offers competitive rates. She welcomes clients to discuss concession or sliding-scale options if financial concerns are a barrier to therapy.

A Unique Brand of Trauma Therapy
Sabina’s extensive experience and specialization in complex trauma therapy make her a unique resource for clients seeking deep, transformative healing. By combining NICE guidelines and evidence-based techniques and a commitment to empathy, she collaboratively guides clients through challenging issues with warmth and expertise. Sabina encourages clients to reach out for an exploratory conversation to see if her approach aligns with their needs, and to take the first steps toward a path of resilience and recovery.

Sabina offers a sliding scale fee upon request.