Sara Areej

Psychology professional with an MSc in Clinical Psychology and a BPS-accredited Psychology degree, with experience supporting individuals experiencing a range of mental health difficulties, learning disabilities, and neurodiversity. Strong foundation in psychological theory, CBT-informed approaches, and person-centred care, with skills in active listening, collaborative working, time management, and supporting individuals to develop coping strategies. Passionate about applying psychological knowledge to promote recovery, wellbeing, and accessible evidence-based support.

Mental Health Recovery Worker - Venture People

(2024-10)

• Provided person-centred support with emotional regulation, coping strategies, daily living, and recovery-focused goals, reinforcing approaches developed by psychologists and behavioural specialists.
• Contributed to individual support, crisis, and risk-management plans, monitoring wellbeing and behaviour, implementing de-escalation strategies, and maintaining accurate records.
• Worked collaboratively with multidisciplinary professionals to communicate changes in presentation, review progress, and support coordinated, person-centred care.
• Took on additional responsibility as a Wellbeing Champion, promoting mental health and wellbeing across the service, supporting wellbeing-focused initiatives, and encouraging engagement with resources and activities that promote positive mental health.

SEND Teaching Assistant - Jubilee High School

(2023-11 - 2024-07)

• Supported children and young people with additional needs, including SEMH difficulties, using adapted communication and personalised approaches.
• Planned and delivered Zones of Regulation group sessions to develop emotional awareness, self-regulation, and coping strategies.
• Built positive relationships with pupils, adapting support to their emotional, behavioural, communication, and learning needs.
• Monitored changes in behaviour and emotional wellbeing, communicating observations with teaching and support staff.

Volunteer - With You in Mind Counselling

(2023-07 - 2023-09)

• Provided administrative and client-facing support within a counselling service, responding to enquiries, understanding client needs, and coordinating appointments professionally.
• Developed an understanding of different therapy modalities, mental health presentations, and client pathways within psychological services.
• Created monthly newsletters and contributed to social media campaigns to promote mental health awareness and accessible psychological support.
• Developed strong professional communication, organisation, and interpersonal skills through direct interaction with clients and service staff.

MSc - Clinical Psychology - Royal Holloway, University of London (2023-09 - 2024-08)

BSc (Hons) - Psychology - University of Chichester (2020-09 - 2023-07)

A Levels - Chichester College (2018 - 2020)

GCSEs - The Littlehampton Academy (2013 - 2018)