Sayma Arshad, BACP
Sayma Arshad offers a client-centred, attachment-informed way of working.
- Stress & Anxiety
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- +16 more
About Sayma
Sayma Arshad offers a client-centred, attachment-informed way of working. She combines practical talking therapy with mindfulness and cognitive tools to help people manage stress, anxiety and life changes. Sayma uses straightforward language and a calm, patient style in sessions.
She has 13 years of experience in the mental health sector, including roles in the NHS, social services and charities. That background means she is familiar with a wide range of concerns, such as depression, grief, addictions, relationship difficulties, trauma and later-stage ADHD diagnosis.
Background and approach
Her work also covers eating and sleeping problems, anger, self-esteem and career-related stress. Her approach is flexible and tailored to each person. Sayma draws on attachment-based ideas to understand patterns in relationships and emotionally focused ways to help people express and process feelings.
She also uses cognitive behavioural strategies to address unhelpful thinking and mindfulness to build calm and focus. In the first sessions she aims to build a safe working relationship and to understand what the person wants to change. She listens closely and helps set realistic, step-by-step goals.
The therapy moves at a pace that fits the individual's needs and preferences. People working with Sayma can expect practical techniques alongside reflective conversation. She supports those facing bereavement, trauma, intimacy issues, parenting strain, bipolar challenges and coping with major life transitions.
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 384258 | November 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Sayma works with
Everything Sayma lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Grief
- Depression
- Addictions
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Intimacy-related issues
- Eating disorders
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- ADHD
Approaches Sayma lists
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
Online support
She also works in a client-centred way which means sessions focus on the person's priorities and pace. The counsellor listens, reflects and helps the person name goals so practical steps can follow.
Cognitive behavioural techniques are used to spot unhelpful thoughts and try small experiments to change them. These tools are useful for anxiety, depression and stress management and work well alongside mindfulness practices to build calm and focus.
Finding the right blend of approaches is part of the work. The counsellor will discuss options with the person and agree a plan based on needs, goals and preferences. This is a collaborative process and can be reviewed as therapy progresses.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to meet. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation, phone sessions need less bandwidth and can fit a short break at work, while live chat or text messaging suit quick check-ins and people who prefer writing. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and to continue work with a registered or accredited professional from different locations.
Frequently asked
What issues does this counsellor help with?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions and trauma. Other areas include relationship and intimacy problems, eating and sleeping issues, anger and career concerns.
What sort of therapy style does she use?
The work is client-centred and attachment-informed with practical CBT and mindfulness tools. Emotionally focused approaches are used to help people access and work with strong feelings.
How much experience does she have?
She has 13 years of experience working across the NHS, social services and charity settings. That time includes frontline roles supporting people with complex needs.
Where is the counsellor based and what credential do they hold?
The counsellor practises in the United Kingdom and holds BACP accreditation. The profile lists BACP as the supplied credential.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted. People outside the UK can take part through the available online formats.
What session formats are offered?
Therapy is available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. These formats allow for flexible lengths and modes of contact to suit different needs.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription model. The subscription can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin the process of working with this counsellor?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. After that you can schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
Update or remove this listing
Ask us to correct details or take the page down.
Contact usMore counsellors who work with Stress & Anxiety
All of them
Samantha McEwan
BACP
4 years in practice BACP
Experienced BACP counsellor for stress and trauma
- Stress & Anxiety
- Relationship
- Trauma and Abuse
James Maynard
BACP
3 years in practice BACP
Supportive integrative counsellor for everyday challenges
- Stress & Anxiety
- Trauma and Abuse
- Grief
Ashleigh Brown
BACP
6 years in practice BACP
Practical, compassionate therapy focused on everyday change
- Stress & Anxiety
- Addictions
- Trauma and Abuse