BACP
Dr. Saf Buxy, BACP
Therapist in the UK
Saf is a BACP therapist in the UK.
- 20+ years of experience
- Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, Addictions
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About Saf
Dr. Saf Buxy helps people facing stress, anxiety, addiction and trauma. He also supports those dealing with low self-esteem, depression, relationship strain and grief. He is Dr. Saf Buxy and brings 20 years of professional experience in the United Kingdom.
He speaks plainly and listens first. He treats people with respect, sensitivity and compassion. Sessions are shaped to each person, not a one-size-fits-all plan.
In practice he focuses on what you tell him matters. That might be managing panic, sorting out sleeping or eating worries, or working through difficult life changes. He also helps with career stress, compassion fatigue and issues around intimacy and identity.
He draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques and adapts them to the person in front of him. Conversations are practical and goal-focused when needed, and reflective when deeper exploration helps. He will tailor a plan that fits your situation and aims.
Dr. Buxy is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, which is shown as BACP. He offers sessions in English and accepts clients in the United Kingdom and internationally. If you are ready to begin, he asks you to use the Start Therapy button to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule sessions according to availability.
He speaks plainly and listens first. He treats people with respect, sensitivity and compassion. Sessions are shaped to each person, not a one-size-fits-all plan.
In practice he focuses on what you tell him matters. That might be managing panic, sorting out sleeping or eating worries, or working through difficult life changes. He also helps with career stress, compassion fatigue and issues around intimacy and identity.
He draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques and adapts them to the person in front of him. Conversations are practical and goal-focused when needed, and reflective when deeper exploration helps. He will tailor a plan that fits your situation and aims.
Dr. Buxy is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, which is shown as BACP. He offers sessions in English and accepts clients in the United Kingdom and internationally. If you are ready to begin, he asks you to use the Start Therapy button to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule sessions according to availability.
Areas of expertise
Experience
20+ years
Credentials
BACP
Languages
English
Focus areas
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepressionLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflicts
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GriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue
Also listed for
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issues
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Body imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImmigration issuesImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
How Dr. Buxy brings evidence-based approaches online
Dr. Buxy uses commonly recognised evidence-based techniques that focus on practical change and understanding patterns. One approach helps people spot unhelpful thoughts and habits, then practise different responses to reduce anxiety and low mood. This kind of work suits problems like panic, worry and low self-esteem. Another strand emphasises working through traumatic experiences at a pace that feels manageable, helping people name what happened and build coping strategies to feel steadier. That approach often helps with trauma, abuse and grief.Choosing the right method is part of the work together. He will talk with each person about goals and preferences, then suggest ways forward. That discussion is collaborative and can change as needs evolve over time.
Online sessions can happen by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging. Video works well for a full conversation and visual connection. Phone sessions suit shorter check-ins or when bandwidth is limited. Live chat and messaging let people fit therapy into busy days and send thoughts between sessions. These options make therapy more flexible and easier to attend from different locations.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Dr. Buxy help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, low self-esteem and depression, plus relationship and grief issues.
What is his therapeutic style like?
His style is respectful and compassionate, with clear listening and practical steps when needed. He adapts sessions to each person's needs.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 20 years of professional experience working in the United Kingdom.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is listed with the BACP and practises from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.