Reihaneh Sabzalian, BACP

Reihaneh Sabzalian helps people work through stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, low self-esteem, and depression. She meets people where they are and focuses on practical, everyday steps. Her approach is calm and respectful. Reihaneh speaks English and Persian and works with clients in the United Kingdom and internationally.

Reihaneh uses a blend of person-centred thinking, attachment ideas, and cognitive-behavioural tools to tailor sessions. That means sessions begin by listening to what matters most to the client and building on strengths. Then she introduces straightforward strategies to manage difficult thoughts, feelings, and reactions. Sessions aim to be clear and focused rather than full of jargon.

She pays attention to how past relationships shape current struggles. This helps when people feel stuck by patterns such as fear of abandonment, trust issues, or problems with commitment. Reihaneh also supports people coping with loss, chronic illness, body image concerns, caregiver stress, and relationship breakdown.

Practical skills are combined with a supportive space to talk through painful memories, dissociation, or emotional overwhelm. Reihaneh has three years of professional experience and holds BACP accreditation, which stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. She respects each person’s pace and readiness for change.

If someone is unsure how to begin, she encourages a short initial step to see if the working style fits. That first contact often helps people feel more able to decide what they need next.

How therapeutic methods translate to online care

Reihaneh draws on person-centred work, attachment ideas, and cognitive-behavioural techniques and adapts them for remote sessions. Person-centred work centres on listening and building trust, helping people feel heard and understood before moving to change. Attachment-focused ideas look at how early relationships shape current patterns, which can clarify why certain reactions recur and suggest ways to try new, healthier responses. Cognitive-behavioural techniques teach simple, practical skills to spot unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviours to reduce anxiety or low mood.

Choosing the right approach is a shared process. The therapist will talk with the client about their goals and preferences, try approaches that fit, and adjust as needed. This collaborative way helps people find what feels most useful for them rather than following a fixed plan.

Online therapy offers flexibility and a range of ways to connect. Video calls let people work face-to-face when that feels important. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or for a shorter check-in. Live chat and text-based messaging allow ongoing support between calls and can suit those who prefer writing or need quick access during busy days. These options make it simpler to fit therapy around work, family, and life commitments while keeping the focus on progress and practical change.