Sandra Xavier, BACP

Sandra Xavier is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strains, family conflict, grief and low self-esteem. She works from the belief that each person knows their own story and already has strengths to draw on. Sandra aims to make the first steps into therapy feel manageable and respectful of how hard it can be to begin.

With three years of professional experience and BACP registration, Sandra uses a few different approaches to suit each person's needs. She draws on client-centred ways of working to follow what matters most to the client. She also uses emotionally-focused methods to look at feelings in relationships and psychodynamic ideas to notice patterns that repeat over time.

Sandra offers a calm, listening style. Sessions tend to focus on what the person wants to change and on simple, practical next steps. She prioritises building trust and helping clients notice their resilience so they can try small changes between meetings.

Common topics she supports include abandonment and attachment worries, body image and sexuality, caregiver stress, communication problems, divorce and separation, and workplace issues. She also works with guilt and shame, isolation and life purpose concerns, social anxiety, and women's issues.

Sessions are available in English and Hindi and are carried out online by video, phone, live chat or text messaging. Sandra accepts only clients in the United Kingdom and uses a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

Therapeutic approaches and online counselling

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person's own perspective and strengths. The therapist listens carefully, reflects what is said and helps the person make choices that fit their life. This approach works well for stress, low self-esteem and general life concerns.

Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) looks at how feelings affect relationships and how people connect with others. It helps identify patterns in emotional responses and supports clearer communication and stronger bonds in close relationships.

Sandra will work with the client to decide which approach or combination feels right. Finding the best fit is a collaborative process that considers the person's goals, comfort and preferences rather than assuming one method is best for everyone.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text messaging to give flexibility. Video calls let people see facial expressions and body language, while phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text-based messaging can suit shorter check-ins or people who express themselves better in writing. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, caring responsibilities and travel.