- Stress and anxiety
- Practical coping
- Relationship concerns
About Saima
Saima Qaiyum offers support for people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship worries, low self-esteem and life changes. She is experienced with depression, grief, trauma and abuse, ADHD and intimacy-related concerns. Saima works to help people feel less stuck and more able to make practical changes in their lives.
Saima provides a calm, non-judgemental space for people to talk through their feelings. She helps clients notice patterns in their responses and behaviours. That awareness is then used to try out new ways of coping and relating.
Her approach focuses on identifying clear barriers and building on strengths. Saima uses practical strategies alongside conversation so people can see small steps lead to change. She supports people to discover resources they already have and to develop new skills they find useful.
Saima brings nine years of experience to her practice and holds BACP accreditation, which she lists as her credential. She has worked with people from many backgrounds and with young adults and those with ADHD.
Sessions aim to blend short-term problem solving with deeper personal reflection. Saima encourages people to set goals for therapy and to review progress regularly. The work is collaborative and paced to each person’s needs.
To begin, prospective clients are invited to use the site’s Start Therapy process and complete a short matching questionnaire before scheduling sessions.
How her approaches translate to online counselling
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on understanding each person’s experience and valuing their perspective. It aims to help people feel heard and to build self-awareness so they can choose their next steps. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours and uses practical exercises to shift unhelpful patterns; it can help with anxiety, low mood and stress. Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on small, achievable changes and on using existing strengths to meet immediate goals.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Saima will discuss different methods and jointly decide what feels most useful for the person’s goals and circumstances. The choice can adapt over time as needs change, and the process is collaborative rather than prescriptive.
Practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions into a busy week and avoiding travel time. Online work can make it easier to have shorter check-ins or to arrange appointments around work or caregiving commitments. The exact session formats available are not specified in the profile, so please confirm current options before booking to ensure they fit into everyday life.
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns can Saima help with?
Saima supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, grief and trauma. She also works with issues such as self-esteem, parenting strain, career worries and ADHD.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is warm and non-judgemental, combining listening with practical steps. Sessions mix exploration of feelings with techniques to change unhelpful patterns.
How much experience does she have?
Saima has nine years of experience working with people from various backgrounds, including young adults and clients with ADHD.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She lists BACP as her credential and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
Yes, she accepts international clients as stated in her profile.
How are sessions charged and what about cost?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with Saima?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to her availability.