Shirin Latif , BACP

Shirin Latif works with couples who are stuck in patterns that block communication and closeness. She focuses on the ordinary disruptions that can erode a relationship - repeated arguments, withdrawing into silence, or a growing sense of distance - and helps partners pause, speak more honestly, and begin to listen to one another again.

She supports couples from diverse backgrounds, whether they are married or not, who want to restore trust, improve how they communicate, or make sense of what feels confusing between them. Her style is calm and practical, guiding conversations so both people can be heard without judgment or taking sides. She draws on an understanding of how attachment patterns shape the ways people react and protect themselves when they feel hurt, using that perspective to open pathways toward reconnection.

Change is described as a gradual process, and Shirin emphasizes that it often begins with one sincere conversation. She creates a steady space for both partners to express themselves and to find new ways of relating. She is a member of the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

Therapeutic approaches for online couples work

Shirin commonly draws on Attachment-Based Therapy to explore how early and current attachment patterns shape each partner's responses in the relationship. This approach looks at how people seek safety and connection and can help with issues like trust, withdrawal, and fears of abandonment.

She also uses Client-Centered Therapy, which emphasizes empathic listening and respect for each person’s experience. This approach supports self-understanding and helps partners find their own solutions through a supportive, non-directive stance.

Mindfulness Therapy is sometimes integrated to help partners become more aware of present-moment reactions and emotions, offering practical ways to reduce reactivity and increase calm during difficult conversations.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Shirin works with each couple to identify which methods feel most useful for their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the work as the relationship changes over time.

Online therapy with Shirin is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options provide flexibility and accessibility for people in different locations and life circumstances, allowing couples to engage in therapy in a format that fits their routines and needs.