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- Person centred
- Solution focused
- Integrative approach
About Atifa
BACP counsellor with three years' experience, based in the United Kingdom. Atifa Begum supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem and depression, and helps with family-related concerns and communication problems.
She has worked with students, young people and adults in several settings. She focuses on practical ways to manage academic pressure and everyday anxiety. She also helps people who are navigating questions of culture and identity.
Atifa uses a person-centred, solution-focused and integrative way of working. That means she listens to what matters most to the client, helps set achievable goals, and draws on different techniques to suit the situation. Sessions are conversational and focused on next steps rather than lengthy theory.
In practice she helps people look at attachment issues, body image, guilt and shame, and isolation. She also supports people dealing with forgiveness, life purpose and social anxiety or phobia. The emphasis is on clear, manageable actions and improving day-to-day coping.
Clients can expect active listening and a non-judgemental working style. Atifa aims to build a strong therapeutic relationship and to work collaboratively on practical strategies. To begin, clients follow the site's matching and booking process and schedule a first session.
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Therapeutic approaches and how they work online
Atifa describes her approach as person-centred, solution-focused and integrative. A person-centred approach means the client's priorities guide the session and the counsellor listens and reflects to deepen understanding. This works well for people who need space to talk through identity, cultural questions or emotional distress.A solution-focused approach concentrates on practical steps and short-term goals. Sessions look for small, actionable changes that can reduce stress or improve communication. This can suit people facing academic pressure, anxiety spikes or relationship communication problems.
Integrative working means techniques are chosen to fit the person and the issue rather than following a single method. That gives flexibility to address attachment issues, body image concerns or feelings of isolation in ways that make sense to the client.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options with the client and agree a plan based on needs, goals and preferences. This is a collaborative process and may shift over time as priorities change.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find online sessions make it easier to fit counselling into a busy week, avoid travel time and keep continuity between appointments. For practical matters such as quieter surroundings or shorter check-ins, discuss which session setup will work best when arranging the first appointment.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem and depression, and also addresses family-related issues and communication problems.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style is person-centred, solution-focused and integrative, which means sessions focus on listening, setting goals and using techniques that fit the client's needs.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has three years of counselling experience working with students, young people and adults across different settings.
What professional credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not currently taking international clients.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
What does the first step look like?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.