Salma Begum , BACP

Salma Begum is a counsellor who works from a person-centred approach that places the client's experience at the centre of therapy. She aims to provide a warm, accepting space where people can talk openly about stress, low mood, anxiety and life changes. Salma uses simple, practical conversation to help people make sense of what they are facing and find clearer ways to move forward.

She trained in psychology and criminology and completed a Masters in professional training in counselling and psychotherapy. Early work in the charity sector and clinical placements in a GP setting helped her build experience with depression, anxiety, grief and domestic abuse. This background also included three years supporting survivors of trafficking and modern slavery, which shaped a trauma-aware approach.

In sessions Salma focuses on what matters most to each person. She listens for themes such as attachment, abandonment and family of origin issues, and helps people untangle patterns that affect relationships and self-esteem. She also supports those coping with major life changes, career stress and bereavement.

Salma is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). She offers work that is culturally sensitive and attentive to identity and belonging, drawing on her experience to adapt to different needs. Her style is calm, direct and compassionate.

Therapy can be a step towards clearer choices and steadier emotions. People who want to begin can expect straightforward guidance about next steps and practical ways to manage day-to-day challenges.

Person-centred support delivered online

Salma works mainly from a person-centred model which means sessions focus on the client's own experience, values and goals. This approach helps when someone feels stuck, low, anxious or unsure about life changes because the counsellor consistently follows the client's lead and offers empathic listening.

She also practises in a trauma-aware way that recognises how past harm can shape feelings and relationships. That perspective is helpful for people dealing with abuse, trafficking survivors, grief or difficult attachment patterns because it brings careful attention to safety and pacing during sessions.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Salma will discuss which methods feel most useful and adjust the way she works based on the client's goals, background and preferences. This is a collaborative process where choices are revisited as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Video calls let people meet face to face when a fuller conversation is needed. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is low or a shorter check-in is required. Live chat and text-based messaging suit people who prefer writing, want brief reflections, or need support between sessions. These options make it simpler to fit counselling around work, caregiving or travel.