Salma Begum, BACP
Person-centred counsellor supporting life transitions
- Client-focused care
- Trauma-aware practice
- UK-based therapist
About Salma Begum
Salma Begum is a qualified counsellor and psychotherapist registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), the professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom. She draws on academic training in Psychology and Criminology and a Masters in professional training in counselling and psychotherapy to inform a thoughtful, evidence-aware practice.
Working mainly from a person-centred, or client-centred, perspective, Salma places each person’s experience, feelings, and values at the centre of therapy. She aims to provide a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental environment where individuals can explore difficult emotions, increase self-awareness, and find ways to move forward. Her approach emphasises empathy, active listening, and collaboration to help people make sense of periods of overwhelm, transitions, or grief.
Salma gained clinical experience in an NHS GP setting, supporting people with depression, anxiety, grief, domestic abuse, and other emotional challenges. She also spent three years working with a charity that supports survivors of human trafficking and modern slavery, an experience that has informed a trauma-aware practice. Earlier roles in the charity sector broadened her understanding of complex mental health needs.
She works with a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, trauma and recovery, life transitions, and questions of cultural identity and belonging. Salma offers an inclusive, culturally sensitive approach that recognises how background and lived experience shape healing and coping.
Working mainly from a person-centred, or client-centred, perspective, Salma places each person’s experience, feelings, and values at the centre of therapy. She aims to provide a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental environment where individuals can explore difficult emotions, increase self-awareness, and find ways to move forward. Her approach emphasises empathy, active listening, and collaboration to help people make sense of periods of overwhelm, transitions, or grief.
Salma gained clinical experience in an NHS GP setting, supporting people with depression, anxiety, grief, domestic abuse, and other emotional challenges. She also spent three years working with a charity that supports survivors of human trafficking and modern slavery, an experience that has informed a trauma-aware practice. Earlier roles in the charity sector broadened her understanding of complex mental health needs.
She works with a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, trauma and recovery, life transitions, and questions of cultural identity and belonging. Salma offers an inclusive, culturally sensitive approach that recognises how background and lived experience shape healing and coping.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImmigration issuesIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsParanoiaPrejudice and discriminationSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Salma Begum have?
Salma Begum has four years of professional experience in counselling and psychotherapy.
Is Salma Begum a registered therapist?
Yes. She holds the BACP credential and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
In which languages does Salma Begum provide therapy?
Salma provides therapy in English.
Where is Salma Begum located?
Salma is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Salma Begum as my therapist?
You can work with Salma through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Salma Begum work with international clients?
Salma Begum does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Salma Begum cost?
Costs can vary depending on factors such as location and availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Person-centred care and online therapy
Salma works primarily from a client-centred approach, which focuses on understanding each person’s unique perspective. This approach involves empathic listening, acceptance, and supporting clients to explore their feelings and values so they can find their own solutions. It is often helpful for issues like anxiety, low mood, relationship concerns, and identity questions.
Alongside a person-centred stance, Salma brings a trauma-aware perspective shaped by work with survivors of trafficking and exploitation. This means she pays careful attention to how past harm can affect present-day emotions and relationships, pacing work to fit what each person can manage and prioritising safety and emotional readiness.
Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process and Salma treats this as a collaborative conversation. She works with clients to identify goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, adjusting style and focus as needs change.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call or phone, and live chat or text-based messaging can suit people who prefer written communication. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family, or mobility needs and help people access support from wherever they are in the UK with registered professionals and therapists who can adapt to different ways of working.