About me
Many of the people I work with are thoughtful, capable and resilient. They carry responsibilities, care for others and keep moving forward, even when they feel exhausted, overwhelmed or disconnected from themselves. Perhaps you've spent years putting everyone else's needs first. Maybe you're navigating anxiety, loss, trauma, relationship difficulties, cultural pressures, family expectations or major life transitions. You may have become so accustomed to coping that those around you have no idea how much you're carrying.
I understand that seeking therapy can feel daunting. Many people worry that their problems are not "serious enough", fear being judged, or wonder whether anyone will truly understand their experience. My aim is to offer a space where you do not need to explain every part of who you are before feeling understood. As a qualified therapist with extensive experience supporting adults from diverse cultural and faith backgrounds, I bring both professional knowledge and genuine curiosity to our work together. I have a particular interest in supporting individuals navigating identity, trauma, emotional wellbeing, relationship challenges and the often unseen impact of cultural and religious expectations.
My approach is warm, thoughtful and collaborative. Rather than focusing solely on symptoms, I am interested in understanding the experiences, patterns and beliefs that may be keeping you stuck. Together, we can explore what is happening beneath the surface, helping you gain clarity, develop self-understanding and create meaningful change. For many clients, therapy is not about becoming someone different. It is about reconnecting with who they are beneath the pressure, self-doubt, expectations and survival strategies they have carried for so long.
If you're looking for a therapist who can offer both psychological insight and cultural sensitivity, I would be honoured to support you on your journey.
Training, qualifications & experience
- MSc in psychology (British Psychological Society Accredited)
- BA Hons Degree in Counselling
- Foundation Degree in Counselling Psychology
- Basics of CBT: Essentials I, Beck Institute for Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
- Bereavement counselling
- Enhanced DBS Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
- Online Counselling
- Certificate (Level 2) Counselling Skills
- Certificate (Level 3) Counselling Studies
- Diploma in Islamic counselling/ علم النفس الإسلامي
- Autism Awareness
- Diploma in Counselling Children and Young People
- Domestic Abuse Level
- GDPR Awareness
- Mental Capacity
- Mental Health Awareness
- Safeguarding Adults (Level 3)
- Safeguarding Children (Level3)
- Suicide Awareness
- Supporting People with a Learning Disability
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
Therapies offered
Fees
£50.00 - £90.00
Concessions offered for
Additional information
£50 per hour for students
£80 per hour online & £90 in-person for individual per hour
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Further information
🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Client testimonials:
- Sanaa is incredibly patient and tentative. She listens carefully to my concerns and helps me to understand and process any thoughts that I bring up with her. Written on May 28, 2025 after therapy with Sanaa for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self-esteem
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- "I cannot recommend Sanaa enough. From the very first session, she created a space where I felt completely at ease. Her warmth and empathy made it easy to open up, and her thoughtful insights gave me clarity and a fresh perspective on challenges I’d struggled with for years. Through her support, I’ve made progress that I never thought was possible. Sanaa has a natural ability to connect, and her relaxed and authentic approach makes the process feel less like therapy and more like a meaningful, transformative conversation. Her kindness, genuine care, and infectious positivity always leave me feeling lighter and more hopeful. I’m truly grateful to have had the chance to work with her and cannot overstate the impact she’s had on my journey"
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- "Sanaa made me feel truly heard and understood from the very first session. Her compassionate, culturally sensitive approach helped me explore my struggles and grow stronger through mindfulness and self-awareness. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking genuine and empowering support."
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"A safe space where inclusivity and relational depth made all the difference. I can't recommend it enough!"
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- "Sanaa provided incredible support during my bereavement journey. Her compassionate and understanding approach created a safe space for me to process my grief. Her guidance helped me find meaning amidst loss, and I’m deeply grateful for her empathy and care."
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- "Your sessions helped me uncover strengths I didn’t know I had. Thank you for creating such a supportive space."
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- "Sanaa’s Islamic counselling approach beautifully integrates faith and identity with therapeutic support. Her understanding of intersectionality creates a space where cultural and personal complexities are acknowledged and embraced. Her guidance is compassionate, empowering, and deeply rooted in respect for diverse experiences."
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" Very understanding and honest good listener. Doing best to help"
Written on Mar 17, 2025 after therapy with Sanaa for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem
