Shamma Khatun , BACP

Shamma Khatun is a humanistic counsellor based in the United Kingdom who works from a client-centred approach. She brings six years of experience supporting people through anxiety, depression, grief and relationship difficulties. Shamma speaks English and Bengali and has worked with people from diverse cultural and faith backgrounds.

Her work often focuses on bereavement and identity concerns. She also supports people facing faith crises and culturally sensitive issues that can cause shame or isolation. Shamma pays attention to how each person sees their life and difficulties before suggesting ways forward.

In sessions she listens carefully and reflects what she hears. She aims to create a calm space where clients can talk through painful feelings and difficult decisions. She does not give direct life advice or pass judgement on how people live.

Shamma has experience in a range of settings, including schools, faith-related counselling and a hospice supporting bereaved people. That varied background informs how she tailors conversations for different needs and stages of life.

Her counselling puts the person at the centre of the work. Together with the client she explores current struggles and hopes for change. Sessions are aimed at helping people find clarity, build coping strategies and move forward in ways that feel right for them.

Client-centred therapy online and practical options

Client-Centred Therapy places the person at the heart of the work. The counsellor listens, reflects and follows the client's pace so the person can make sense of their feelings. This approach suits concerns such as grief, identity questions, anxiety and relationship stress where being heard helps people find their own way forward.

The right approach is often found together. The therapist will talk with the client about their needs, goals and preferences and will adapt the way sessions are run as those needs change. This collaborative process helps decide whether to focus on talking, exploring identity, or practical coping strategies.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging. Video calls let you see facial expressions and tone. Phone sessions need less bandwidth and can fit into a shorter break. Live chat or text messaging can work for quick check-ins, ongoing support or when typing feels easier than talking. These options make counselling more flexible and easier to fit around work, family or travel.