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Speaking at the Intersection of Genetics, Psychology & Family Life
Research-informed talks, keynotes and training exploring the psychological and relational impact of genetic and rare conditions, inherited risk, grief, identity and uncertainty.
Uruj Anjum is a psychotherapist, lecturer, researcher and former NHS genetic counsellor whose work bridges clinical genetics and psychological care. Drawing on nearly a decade in NHS genetics alongside psychotherapy, research and teaching, she makes complex conversations around genetic risk, diagnosis, grief, identity, relationships and uncertainty accessible to professional and community audiences.
Conference talks · Keynotes · Panels · Podcasts
Former NHS Genetic Counsellor · BACP Accredited Psychotherapist · Lecturer · Researcher· International Speaker
Trusted to speak, teach and contribute
Speaking and training for national professional bodies, charities, clinical teams and therapeutic communities.
SPEAKING TOPICS
A distinctive perspective on difficult conversations
Featured Talk 01
Genetics in the Therapy Room
What therapists and helping professionals need to understand about genetic diagnosis, inherited risk, testing, family communication and uncertainty.
Signature Speaking Topics
The Hidden Psychological Impact of Rare Disease
A compelling exploration of how rare and genetic conditions shape identity, relationships, grief, belonging and lifelong uncertaintyand what truly supportive care looks like beyond the medical diagnosis.
Featured Talk 02
The Ripple Effect
Exploring the emotional impact of Huntington's disease when relationships change.
Signature Speaking Topics
Reproductive Decisions, Grief and Relational Care
Exploring the emotional and relational impact of prenatal testing, IVF, PGT-M, pregnancy after loss, termination for medical reasons and decisions shaped by genetic risk.
Featured Talk 03
Ambiguous Loss and Anticipatory Grief: Holding Uncertainty
Exploring how ambiguous loss and anticipatory grief affect attachment, identity, and relationships, and support clients living with uncertainty.
Signature Speaking Topics
Inherited Uncertainty: Attachment, Trauma and the Family System
How the possibility of illness can shape attachment, caregiving, identity, silence, family roles and the emotional lives of children and adults across generations.
Topics can be adapted for conferences, healthcare teams, charities, universities, professional associations and community organisations.
Keynotes · Conference Talks · Interactive Workshops · Staff Training · University Teaching · Panels & Podcasts
''I thought Uruj communicated clearly and effectively. She invited engagement, but also kept to time. Overall, she inspired me to learn more and I would definitely attend another workshop presented by her.''
Workshop Participant, Online Events, 2026
What audiences take away
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A clearer understanding of the emotional and relational impact of genetic and complex health experiences.
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Language for discussing uncertainty, anticipatory grief, inherited risk and difficult family conversations.
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Greater confidence in supporting individuals, couples and families without moving beyond professional competence.
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Practical, culturally attuned and relationally informed ideas that can be applied in clinical and organisational settings.
Selected Speaking Engagements
Guest Speaker with Donna-Maria Dodson & Workshop Facilitator · Huntington’s Disease Association AGM & Community Conference · November 2026
Duchenne Carriers: Understanding the Genetics and Supporting Mental Wellbeing
Invited Speaker · Action Duchenne Community Summit · November 2026
The Big Conversation: Black Maternal Mental Health & Wellbeing
Panellist · The Motherhood Group · September 2026
Genetics in the Therapy Room
Selected Speaker · TheraSummit Specialisms 2026 · September 2026
Genetics in the Therapy Room
Speaker · BACP Making Connections Norwich · April 2026
Genetics, predictive testing & options for having children
Workshop facilitator with Dr. Nayana Lahiri · Huntington’s Disease Association AGM & Community Conference· 2025
Selected Teaching & Professional Engagements
Attachment and Power in Supervision
Invited Presenter with Georgina Sturmer & Myira Khan · BACP Supervisor's Meeting · 28/11/2026
Becoming Research-Confident: A Therapist’s Path to Level 7
Onlinevents
Genetics, Culture & Complex Medical Needs Training
The Maypole Project
Maternal Mental Health & Cultural Identity Webinars
MumsAid
CPCAB Level 5 & Level 7 Attachment-Based Psychotherapy Diploma Teaching
Optima Attachment Training
Podcasts, webinars, and professional conversations exploring attachment, genetics, supervision, grief, identity, and relational practice.
The Saiyna Circle : brings therapists together beyond the therapy room. Each quarter we'll explore an inspiring book, share ideas, and deepen our clinical thinking through thoughtful conversation over coffee.
Listen to Uruj's latest conversations
Conversations on genetics-informed psychotherapy, attachment, identity, and emotional wellbeing.
Exploring anticipatory grief, ambiguous loss, attachment, and inherited uncertainty.
A conversation with Myira Khan exploring attachment, identity, relationships and the emotional impact of the stories we inherit and carry.
Exploring anxious-ambivalent attachment, emotional needs, relationship patterns, and pathways to greater connection and understanding.