Soban Amir, BACP

Soban Amir is a psychotherapist who supports people carrying the weight of anxiety, stress or a sense of disconnection. He recognises how difficult it can be to begin talking about what matters most - whether those pressures come from work, relationships or the pull of cultural and personal expectations - and offers a steady, nonjudgmental presence for people ready to explore change.

Registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), a professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists, Soban works with an integrative approach that is tailored to each person's needs. He creates an intentionally anti-discriminatory and anti-oppressive space in which people are welcomed and respected regardless of background, identity or experience. Valuing the therapeutic relationship, he echoes Irvin Yalom's view that 'it's the relationship that heals' and frames therapy as a place to be genuinely seen and understood as the first step toward meaningful change.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

Soban Amir draws on several evidence-informed approaches to guide online therapy in ways that fit each person's situation. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and supports choosing actions that align with personal values - it can be useful for anxiety, stress and feelings of disconnection. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship where the client leads the pace and focus of work - this approach is helpful for building self-esteem, exploring relationships and addressing attachment concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical tools to identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns, and is often used for anxiety, depression and stress-related problems.

Finding the right approach is part of the process, and Soban works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods match their goals, needs and preferences. He tailors techniques and pacing so therapy feels practical and personally meaningful.

Online sessions - via video calls, phone, live chat or text-based messaging - make it easier to access consistent support across different time zones and life demands. These options offer flexibility for scheduling, allow therapy to fit around work and family commitments, and make it possible for international clients to engage without travel.