Selena Zafar , BACP

Selena Zafar is a counsellor who focuses on women's issues alongside a broad range of personal concerns. She offers a calm, non-judgemental space where people can talk about stress, anxiety, grief, identity and relationship worries. Selena aims to help people set goals and move at a pace that feels manageable for them.

She uses person-centred principles rooted in the work of Carl Rogers. That means sessions concentrate on listening closely, reflecting what matters to the client, and supporting people to find their own solutions. Conversations are led by the client rather than the counsellor, with empathic responses and respect for each person's experiences.

Selena trained to become a counsellor after experiencing therapy herself, and she holds a Master of Science degree. She has three years of professional experience and is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.

Her background in a biracial, multi-faith family shapes how she understands identity, culture and belonging. She also works with issues such as bereavement and sports-related pressures, and with concerns around body image, addiction, parenting and career stress.

Sessions can address both immediate coping needs and longer term personal growth. Selena aims to create a steady, respectful environment so people can explore feelings and make practical changes where they wish.

Person-centred care delivered online

Selena uses person-centred principles in her online work. This approach focuses on listening and empathy, allowing each person to lead the conversation and set the pace. It can help with anxiety, grief, identity concerns, relationship stress and challenges like low self-esteem.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Selena discusses your goals and preferences and together you decide whether person-centred sessions or a different way of working will best support your needs. She encourages regular check-ins so the plan can change as you progress.

Online therapy offers a range of practical options including video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video suits in-depth conversation and non-verbal cues, phone calls need less bandwidth and can be easier when a camera is not wanted, chat can work for shorter check-ins, and messaging supports ongoing reflection between sessions. These formats make it easier to fit therapy around work, study and family life while keeping continuity of care with a registered professional.