Meet Shruti Jain
Psychotherapist in Central
London
Experience & Philosophy
Psychotherapist in Central London: As an experienced therapeutic practitioner based near Regent Street (W1), I specialise in existential psychotherapy and systemic family therapy. My approach is rooted in compassion, curiosity and an openness to the unique experiences that each client brings.
My journey to becoming a Psychotherapist in Central London began in the UK, where I trained in multicultural therapy and worked in addiction and drug rehabilitation services. I later established a private practice in Singapore, where I spent over five years working with individuals, couples, and families; including parent–child and sibling dyads. During this time, I supported clients facing a wide range of challenges, such as anger, anxiety, depression, identity and belonging, relationship difficulties, divorce, trauma, parenting, and career transitions.
In 2016 I moved to Singapore, where a significant area of my work focused on sexuality, gender identity, and LGBTQ+ individuals and couples; a specialty that continues to inform part of my practice today. Alongside my clinical work, I also volunteered with children aged 12–16 in rehabilitation and development centres, and collaborated with social workers from child protection services – experiences that deepened my understanding of resilience, growth, and systemic care.
Since returning to the UK in 2021 to practice as a Psychotherapist in Central London, I have continued my private practice, extending my work to include families and multi-generational systems. My therapeutic worldview is holistic: I see individuals as deeply interconnected with their relationships, families, and wider cultural contexts. Whether the focus is on personal reflection or external circumstances, my goal is to help clients rebuild a sense of balance, meaning, and connection.
If you’d like to explore some of my personal reflections on grief, identity, and the therapeutic process, you can read my articles on the Resources page.
My Journey as a Psychotherapist in Central London
I have always been drawn to people’s stories. Friends and family often came to me for guidance, and I found meaning in listening, reflecting, and supporting others through change.
My early career in sales and human resources allowed me to work closely with people, but I soon realised that the professional setting limited how deeply I could connect to the personal narratives that shape our lives. This led me to train as a therapist – to work with people in a way that honours both their struggles and their potential for transformation.
My training years were spent with individuals navigating deep trauma, existential questioning, and profound life changes. These experiences confirmed my belief in the power of therapy as a space for healing, reflection, and meaning-making. My own therapeutic journey has been equally transformative. I have been in therapy for over a decade and continue to learn from it every day.
Having lived and worked in Singapore, Hong Kong, the United States, and now London, I bring a global perspective to my role as a Psychotherapist in Central London. I have developed a deep appreciation for how questions of identity, belonging, and connection shape who we are. This allows me to meet clients from many backgrounds with openness and sensitivity – whether they are navigating cross-cultural transitions or the universal challenges of being human: loss, change, uncertainty, and the search for meaning.
Credentials:
- MA Existential Psychotherapy
- MBACP – member
- SAC – member
- PG Certificate – Systemic Family Therapy
- PG Certificate – Integrative Psychotherapy
- Foundation – end of life care doula
External Directories
SAANS
My Saans Philosophy
What Saans Means
In today’s world, with so much happening around us, it’s easy to get caught in the ups and downs and forget to simply breathe. Our breath sustains us – not only physically, but also emotionally and spiritually. You may have noticed this in a yoga, meditation, mindfulness, or pilates class – that deep sense of connection between your heart, body, and soul.
When we feel anxious, uncertain, nervous, or sad, that connection can slip away. Our breath shortens, and we lose touch with the very rhythm that grounds and steadies us. Yet, it is the breath that allows us to feel fully and be alive.
As a Psychotherapist in Central London, I chose the name Saans because it represents the many moments in my own life when I, too, have forgotten to breathe. It reminds me – and now my clients – of the importance of returning to ourselves through awareness and reflection.
In therapy, we work together to explore the concerns, questions, and experiences that shape your life, and to rediscover a fuller, more purposeful breath – one that has the power to ground, balance, and reconnect you to yourself.
Taking the Next Step
Beginning therapy can feel like a significant step — one that takes courage, curiosity, and care. If you’re wondering whether this might be the right time to work with a Psychotherapist in Central London, we can start with a brief conversation to explore what you’re looking for and how I work.
You’re welcome to book a free 15-minute consultation, where we can talk through what brings you here and see whether we might be a good fit.