Salma Begum , BACP

Salma Begum is a registered counsellor and psychotherapist based in the United Kingdom, offering person-centred care rooted in empathy and respect. She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) - the professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK - and brings four years of clinical experience to her practice.

Trained with a degree in Psychology and Criminology and a Masters in professional training in counselling and psychotherapy, Salma developed her practice across the charity sector and NHS settings. She has provided support in a GP setting for people managing depression, anxiety, grief and domestic abuse, and spent three years working with survivors of human trafficking and modern slavery. These roles have informed a trauma-aware approach and a strong focus on culturally sensitive care.

Working mainly from a client-centred perspective, Salma places each person’s experiences, emotions and values at the heart of therapy. She offers a warm, non-judgmental space to explore issues such as stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship and family difficulties, grief, trauma and life transitions. Her practice also addresses specific concerns including attachment and abandonment, codependency, blended family and fatherhood issues, and career-related stress.

Salma aims to support clients toward greater self-awareness, emotional balance and practical coping strategies, walking alongside them as they navigate change and recovery.

Client-Centered Care Online with Flexible Access

Salma practices primarily from a Client-Centered Therapy perspective, which focuses on listening deeply to each person's experience and reflecting their feelings without judgement. This approach helps people who feel stuck, uncertain about identity or relationships, or who are coping with anxiety and low mood by creating space to explore emotions and personal values at their own pace.

Alongside a client-centred framework, Salma brings a trauma-aware stance shaped by work with survivors of trafficking and clients affected by abuse and loss. This means she pays careful attention to how past harm can affect current coping, and works gently to support recovery and resilience for those dealing with trauma, grief and significant life changes.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Salma collaborates with each person to find what fits best based on their needs, goals and preferences. Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions by video or phone, as well as live chat or text-based messaging - so people can access support in ways that suit their schedules and comfort. Licensed professionals and therapists can use these formats effectively to provide consistent, ongoing care while accommodating work, family and other commitments.