Zahrasadat Saba , BACP

Zahrasadat Saba is a counsellor who helps people facing stress, anxiety and life changes. She works with adults on issues such as depression, grief, trauma, self-harm and self-esteem. Zahra uses a straightforward, person-led style and speaks English and Persian.

She adopts a client-centred way of working, which means she follows what each person brings to the room. Sessions can be short term, longer term, or a single focused meeting depending on the person's needs. Zahra aims to be non-judgemental and to support people in finding their own strengths.

Her practice also draws on mindfulness and solution-focused methods. Mindfulness helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting swept away by them. Solution-focused techniques focus on small, practical steps that move someone toward clearer goals.

Zahra has five years of experience in mental health settings and holds BACP registration. She has worked with adults from varied backgrounds and with many concerns, including parenting strains, relationship difficulties, addiction and career stress. Additional areas she supports include issues related to cancer, domestic violence, immigration and multicultural challenges.

Sessions are offered in English and Persian and are available by video call, phone, live chat or text messaging. People who prefer a brief, focused session can choose single session work, while others may schedule ongoing appointments to build on progress over time.

How Zahra’s approaches work online

Client-centred therapy focuses on the person's own experience and priorities. The therapist follows the client's lead, listens closely and helps people clarify what matters most to them. This approach is useful for a wide range of worries, from low mood to life transitions.

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, or DBT, teaches practical skills for managing intense emotions and improving relationships. It includes techniques for distress tolerance and emotional regulation, which can help those who feel overwhelmed or stuck.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Zahra will discuss different ways of working and decide together which methods fit the person's goals and preferences. That makes therapy a collaborative process rather than a one-size-fits-all plan.

Online sessions can be done by video call, phone, live chat or text messaging to suit different needs. Video lets people read facial cues and have a more conversational meeting. Phone sessions need less bandwidth and can fit into a short break. Live chat and text messaging offer ongoing, shorter check-ins and written reflection. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, childcare and other commitments while keeping the focus on practical progress.