Sandra Lazar , MSc Clin. Psych (Belgium)

I am a Clinical Psychologist from Belgium, originally from Romania, guided by the systemic approach. After finishing my Master’s degree at the University of Mons (Belgium), I trained for five years in “Family Therapy and Systemic Intervention” at the Centre for Family and Systems Studies in Brussels, Belgium. 

I am extremely passionate about the complexity of human beings and relationships, and the beauty of “imperfections” that make us who we are. Not only do I believe that change is possible; I know that it is necessary and unavoidable, as we will never stop evolving. I consider myself privileged to be the witness of so many journeys, which always move me and inspire me in unique ways. 

With a commitment to uphold unconditional and respectful listening and guidance for individuals, couples, families and groups, we will work together in a neutral space for interactions - free of any judgement or labels. I have experience working in private practice with adolescents and adults, as well as in a Mental Health Center for individuals, couples, families and groups. My previous work for an association involved helping foreign child victims of human trafficking, while in a another role I provided support for adolescents (and also their families), struggling with drug abuse issues and consequences. I have also worked with students offering a range of support, from dealing with university-related difficulties, to relationship concerns. 

I speak three languages and can work in English, French and Romanian.

Expertise

• Depression
• Difficult emotions and feelings
• Difficult thoughts, behavior and experiences
• Interpersonal difficulties
• Parenting (for parents with adolescents)
• Personal development
• Relationship and attachment difficulties
• Self-esteem issues
• Stress, anxiety and panic
• Systemic/Family struggles
• Teen addiction
• Trauma
• Works with Adolescents, Adults, Couples

Tools

• Systemic Psychotherapy
• Solution-focused therapy
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Multidimensional Family Therapy (MDFT)
• Brainspotting
• ⁠Brief Systemic Therapy

Qualifications & Memberships

• BSc in Psychology and Education Sciences, University of Mons, Belgium
• MSc in Specialized (Clinical) Psychology, University of Mons, Belgium
• Training in Family Therapy and Systemic Intervention, Centre for Family and Systems Studies in Brussels, Belgium
• Member of the Belgian Psychologists Commission
• Member of the Belgian Association for Family and Systemic Intervention and Psychotherapy
• Licensed by FPS Public Health, Belgium
• Registered with the Dubai Health Authority (DHA)