- CBT and listening
- Practical coping steps
- Speaks four languages
About Saira
Saira Asif is a counsellor who offers warm, practical support for people feeling overwhelmed by stress, sleep difficulties, anxiety or life changes. She works in a straightforward way and helps clients talk through worries, understand patterns, and try new coping steps. Sessions are presented as a calm space to be heard without judgement.
Saira holds membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, which she uses as a framework for ethical practice. She has eight years of experience helping people with depression, grief, relationship concerns, anger and trauma, as well as issues around self-esteem, parenting and eating difficulties. Sleep and rest are included among the areas she supports.
Her style blends Cognitive Behavioural Therapy with client-centred listening and solution-focused techniques. In practice this means she listens first, helps identify unhelpful thoughts and routines, and then works with each person to test small, manageable changes. The aim is to find what helps in daily life rather than offer quick fixes.
Saira describes herself as positive, patient and practical. She emphasises punctuality and a non-judgemental approach, and encourages people to use counselling even for a single session if that fits their needs. Conversations focus on what matters most to the client and on building clear, achievable next steps.
To begin, people complete a short questionnaire and choose a time that suits them. Saira uses an evidence-informed blend of methods and adapts them to each person's goals and circumstances.
How her approaches work for online counselling
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and understanding each person's experience. The therapist offers a non-judgemental space and follows the client’s lead to help them make sense of feelings and choices. This approach suits people who need time to be heard before making changes.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts and routines affect mood and behaviour. In practice this often means identifying unhelpful thoughts, trying small behavioural changes and reviewing what helps sleep, stress and anxiety. It is useful when people want clear strategies to try between sessions.
Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on practical steps that move things in a better direction. Sessions often set achievable goals and track small gains so progress becomes visible quickly. It can be helpful for people who want short, goal-orientated work.
Finding the best approach is part of the process and will be collaborative. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and what has or hasn’t helped before. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust the plan as needed.
If you are considering online therapy, check the available session options before booking. Confirm how sessions are delivered and choose times that fit your routine so therapy can be a workable part of daily life. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments around family, work and sleep schedules without promising a specific format.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
8+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English, Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
Saira supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief and anger as well as sleep and eating concerns. She also helps with relationship strain, self-esteem and coping with life changes.
What is her therapeutic style?
She blends client-centred listening with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and solution-focused techniques. That means she listens first, explores thoughts and routines, then helps set small practical steps to try between sessions.
How much experience does she have?
She has eight years of experience working with a range of presenting issues including trauma, bereavement and gender dysphoria. Her background includes supporting people through both short-term and longer-term concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and works from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English, Hindi, Punjabi and Urdu.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
International clients are accepted. Confirm any time zone details when you arrange sessions.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and therapist arrangements; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. Check the platform details for up-to-date pricing.
How do I begin therapy with this counsellor?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.