BACP

Saima Qaiyum, BACP

Therapist in the UK

Saima is a BACP therapist in the UK.

9+ years of experience
Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues
Approaches include Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

See availability and next steps on BetterHelp.

About Saima

Saima Qaiyum is a United Kingdom based therapist with nine years of experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, relationships, low self-esteem, depression, and major life changes. She creates a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore emotional patterns, increase self-awareness, and identify both immediate and deeper barriers to wellbeing.

Drawing on practical strategies as well as reflective work, she supports clients in recognising how emotions and behaviours interact and in developing concrete steps to move forward. Saima works with clients from diverse backgrounds, including young adults and people with ADHD, and adapts her approach to each individual’s needs and circumstances.

Saima holds BACP credentials - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - reflecting her professional standing within the UK counselling community. Over the course of her practice she has guided people through grief, trauma, relationship and family issues, parenting and career concerns, and challenges such as anger, intimacy issues, and compassion fatigue.

Clients work collaboratively with Saima to identify resources and strategies that fit their life both inside and outside the therapy room. She emphasises practical progress alongside emotional insight, helping clients build skills and confidence to manage present difficulties and plan for lasting change.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Client-Centred Therapy places the person at the heart of the process, offering empathetic listening and support to help clients understand their feelings and make choices that reflect their values. This approach is helpful for people seeking greater self-awareness, emotional validation, and a supportive environment to explore life transitions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviours and learning practical strategies to change them. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and for building coping skills that can be applied day to day.

Solution-Focused Therapy emphasises clear goals and small, achievable steps toward change, helping clients notice progress and build on strengths. It can be especially useful when someone wants practical, forward-looking tools to address specific problems.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Saima collaborates with each client to determine which methods best match their goals, needs, and preferences. This collaborative process allows adjustments over time as goals evolve.

Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for people with busy schedules, caregiving responsibilities, or geographic constraints. Working with licensed professionals in these formats makes it easier to maintain continuity of care and to access support from wherever the client is based.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Saima Qaiyum have?

Saima Qaiyum has nine years of experience working as a therapist.

Is Saima Qaiyum a licensed therapist?

Yes. Saima Qaiyum holds BACP credentials. BACP stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

In which languages does Saima Qaiyum provide therapy?

Saima Qaiyum provides therapy in English.

Where is Saima Qaiyum located?

Saima Qaiyum is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Saima Qaiyum as my therapist?

You can work with Saima Qaiyum through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Saima Qaiyum work with international clients?

Yes, Saima Qaiyum works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Saima Qaiyum cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.