Anuja Sivakumaran, BACP

Anuja Sivakumaran is credentialed in the United Kingdom and brings three years of professional practice to her work with clients. She supports people navigating relationship difficulties, family conflict, trauma and abuse, and challenges around motivation, self-esteem and confidence.

She approaches each person with respect, sensitivity and compassion, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to the specific needs and goals of the individual. Anuja recognises that taking steps toward a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage, and she aims to offer steady support and practical encouragement throughout that process.

Her approach centres on collaboration and empowerment, helping clients identify what matters to them and building on strengths to create meaningful change. She holds the BACP credential, which indicates membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

Evidence-based techniques for relationship and trauma work

Anuja uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that are applied to address common concerns such as relationship and family difficulties, trauma and abuse, and low self-esteem. Trauma-focused work concentrates on stabilising symptoms and helping clients process painful experiences so they can feel safer and more able to engage in daily life. Relational or attachment-informed approaches look at patterns in close relationships and communication to help clients improve connection, resolve conflict and build healthier bonds. Skills-focused strategies teach practical tools for managing anxiety, boosting self-confidence and handling stress, which can be helpful alongside deeper therapeutic work.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Anuja works collaboratively with each person to identify which techniques best match their needs, goals and preferences. She tailors the pace and focus of sessions so clients can experiment with different methods and settle on what feels most helpful.

Online therapy with Anuja is available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support from home or work, and fit therapy into a busy life while working with licensed professionals and therapists who can adapt approaches to the online format.