Veena Ugargol

Professional Profile

Hello, I’m Veena.

I’m a BABCP-accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist and EMDR Therapist, and I offer online therapy via Zoom with Think CBT.

I provide short-term and long-term psychotherapy, specialising in the treatment of depression, Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Panic Disorder, Anxiety - related to social situations, health related anxiety, phobias, OCD, BDD and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Additionally, I work with individuals who are struggling with feelings of loneliness, have been affected by bereavement, wish to improve confidence or self-esteem, manage stress related to exams, work, family or health conditions, reduce self-criticism, perfectionism or procrastination or overcome problems with sleep.

Alongsied CBT and EMDR, I am trained in the approaches of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), and as a Yoga Therapist for Mental Health, I can also bring yoga and mindfulness techniques into our sessions, helping to ease both the physical and emotional effects of distress.

I have over 10 years’ experience helping people with depression, anxiety and trauma related difficulties, both in the NHS and privately, including several years working in the Anxiety Disorders Residential Unit, an NHS service supporting people with complex, treatment-resistant anxiety.

I’m a regular contributor and expert commentator for publications including Stylist, Marie Claire, The i and The Telegraph. My guided practices on Insight Timer have been listened to over 90,000 times, and my blog posts have been read more than 8,000 times.

I’m genuinely curious about people's experiences and what matters to them, and I enjoy helping people find a way forward. I have a warm, down-to-earth and approachable style, and previous clients have often commented on how at ease they feel in sessions with me. I aim to create a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space where you feel comfortable being yourself, whilst also gently encouraging and supporting you to face the things that feel difficult but that you want to change.

Whether you're looking for support with everyday stress and worry or feel ready to work through more difficult experiences, we can develop a plan that feels right for you, helping you move towards the changes you want to make.

I am an Accredited member of the British Association of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapy (BABCP), meaning that I have achieved the gold standard in the practice of CBT. I abide by the policies and ethical standards laid down by the BABCP and I have full professional indemnity to work as a therapist in the UK.

If you would like to book an appointment, please click on the blue enquire now button adjacent to my profile picture. I will call you to discuss therapy options before confirming your first therapy appointment.