Dr Sara Tookey Clinical Psychologist London

Dr Sara Tookey Clinical Psychologist London

Dr Sara Tookey Clinical Psychologist London brings over 20 years of experience in psychology. She has worked across the NHS, charities, universities, and private practice in the UK, USA, and India. She combines clinical work with teaching, research, and consultation. Her commitment to compassionate, evidence-based care guides every part of her practice.

Therapeutic Approach by Dr Sara Tookey Clinical Psychologist London

Dr Sara Tookey works as an integrative therapist. She draws on multiple evidence-based methods such as CFT, EMDR, ACT, Existential Therapy, attachment-informed therapy, and systemic approaches. She creates a collaborative and open therapeutic space. Each session focuses on compassion, understanding, and practical progress. Her goal is to empower clients with tools for lasting change.

Specialisms at True North Psychology

Sara specialises in working with high-masking and “high-functioning” neurodivergence, including ADHD and autism. She provides neurodiversity-affirming assessments and tailored therapies for late-diagnosed or self-identifying adults. She also supports clients facing gender, sex, and relationship diversity, including non-traditional partnerships. Her expertise covers anxiety, depression, grief, bereavement, and existential transitions. In addition, she works with physical health challenges such as cancer and palliative care. She also offers integration therapy for altered states of consciousness, including psychedelic integration.

Current Roles and Professional Impact

Dr Sara Tookey serves as the founder and director of True North Psychology. She leads clinical training for Embrace in India and contributes as a board member for Albert Labs. She works as an honorary therapist in psychedelic clinical research trials at King’s College London, also provides clinical supervision and organisational consultation. Each role reflects her dedication to advancing psychology and supporting clients in diverse settings.

Academic Background of Dr Sara Tookey Clinical Psychologist London

Sara holds a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from University College London and a Ph.D. in Psychology from the University of Birmingham. She earned an MA in Existential Psychotherapy from Seattle University and a BA in Psychology from Western Washington University. She also gained a PGCert in Higher Education Teaching. Her continuous training includes ADHD diagnostic assessment, EMDR, systemic therapy, and GSRD work.

Memberships and Registrations

Sara is a Chartered Clinical Psychologist with the British Psychological Society and an Associate Fellow. She is a registered practitioner psychologist with the HCPC and a full member of the Association for Clinical Psychologists UK. She also belongs to the Institute of Psychedelic Therapy and the American Psychological Association. These memberships reflect her professional standing and commitment to ethical practice.