- Person-centred focus
- Work and wellbeing
- Culturally sensitive
About Salma
Salma Begum is a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). She offers a warm, supportive space where people can talk openly about stress, anxiety, depression, grief and work-related pressures. Her approach aims to make difficult feelings easier to put into words so people can find clearer ways forward.
She uses a person-centred approach that puts the client's own experience at the centre of sessions. That means she listens closely and reflects back what she hears, helping people uncover their own priorities and strengths. Sessions focus on practical coping strategies alongside exploring feelings and personal values.
Salma trained in Psychology and Criminology and completed a Masters in professional training in counselling and psychotherapy. Her early work in the charity sector and time supporting people through the NHS GP service shaped how she responds to depression, anxiety, grief and domestic abuse. She also spent three years supporting survivors of human trafficking and modern slavery, which informs a trauma-aware practice.
People come to her for help with relationships, break-ups, family tensions and identity challenges. She also supports those facing career stress, life changes and issues linked to attachment or abandonment. Sessions aim to build self-awareness, emotional regulation and clearer decision-making.
She brings cultural sensitivity to her work and pays attention to how background and beliefs affect healing. To begin, people are invited to share what matters most to them and set the pace for therapy.
How client-centred work fits with online therapy
Salma uses a person-centred way of working that focuses on listening, reflecting and following the client's priorities. This approach helps people who are dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship strain or career stress by centring their own experience and values. In practice she helps clients put feelings into words and identify small, practical steps to manage day-to-day challenges.Finding the right therapeutic approach is often a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and what feels most helpful, and then adapt the person-centred approach to suit the individual's needs. Together they check in on what is working and change direction when needed.
Confirm the available session formats before booking, as the profile does not list specific options. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions around work and family life, reduce travel time, and allow quicker check-ins when things feel urgent. It can also help people choose quieter surroundings, use phone-only sessions if video is difficult, or fit a shorter session into a lunch break. Registered or accredited professionals can tailor session length and pacing to help therapy fit into everyday routines.
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Primary focus
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Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
4+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Salma help with?
She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship difficulties and career-related strain. Additional areas include trauma, family tensions and issues around attachment and abandonment.
What is her therapeutic style like?
She practises a person-centred approach that prioritises the client's experience. Sessions focus on listening, reflection and helping people find their own solutions.
How long has she been working in counselling?
She has four years of professional experience, including roles in the charity sector and clinical work within an NHS GP setting.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from outside the UK work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions charged?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start an appointment?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.