Fathiya Farah
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About me
Struggling with low self-esteem, low self-worth, or recurring relationship issues?
You’re not alone—and these challenges often stem from past trauma, early attachment wounds, or deep-seated negative core beliefs.
I specialise in supporting individuals who feel stuck in patterns of self-doubt, fear of intimacy, or anxious/avoidant tendencies. Through compassionate, reflective dialogue, we explore the roots of these issues and work toward building a more secure sense of self, emotional resilience, and authentic, fulfilling relationships.
As a qualified integrative counsellor with a focus on attachment, self-concept, and relationship dynamics, I offer a non-judgement safe space to explore these challenges at your own pace. Drawing from Person-Centred, Psychodynamic, and CBT approaches, I tailor therapy to your unique needs—helping you move from disconnection to confidence, clarity, and connection.
How I Can Help:
• Person-Centred Approach – Providing a warm, non-judgmental space where you feel heard and valued, empowering you to build self-acceptance and confidence.
• Psychodynamic Therapy – Exploring how past experiences and relationships shape your self-concept, self-worth, and emotional patterns, helping you process unresolved issues.
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) – Identifying and challenging unhelpful thoughts and behaviours that contribute to low self-esteem, replacing them with healthier, more positive perspectives.
To help you manage difficult emotions, I incorporate techniques such as:
• Emotional regulation strategies (breathing exercises, grounding techniques)
• Cognitive restructuring (challenging and reframing negative self-beliefs)
• Self-compassion practices (developing a kinder inner dialogue)
• Exploration of past experiences (to understand how they shape your present)
• Mindfulness and relaxation techniques (to manage stress and anxiety)
I am able to offer short and long-term therapy sessions depending on the individual’s emotional needs.
The initial consultation session lasts for one hour. This provides an opportunity for you to ask any questions and to get a sense of whether we’re a good fit to work together. During this session, I will also gather background information and begin to understand your needs.
If you’re unsure about booking a full consultation, I offer a free 10-minute phone call to help you decide whether you’d like to move forward.
Training, qualifications & experience
BSc in Integrative Counselling
I have thirteen years' experience of offering one to one individual counselling.
I am a registered member of the British Association of counselling and psychotherapy (BACP), and therefore adhere to their Ethical Framework to ensure good practice.
Member organisations
BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred). Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA). Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision. Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training. All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.
Accredited register membership
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Areas of counselling I deal with
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Fees
£70.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
I offer 10-15 minutes free phone conversation when booking consultation or this can be done via emails.
Concessions may be available to trainee counsellors, students and low-income clients.
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Further information
I am fully insured with a trusted insurance company which is available for clients to check in initial session if requested.
I frequently engage with continuing professional development (CPD) courses to enhance my practice and better understand client's needs.
