Shamsa Aslam, BACP
- Stress and anxiety
- Family and relationships
- Multilingual support
About Shamsa Aslam
With four years of practice, she has supported individuals facing a range of concerns including stress, relationship and parenting issues, hoarding, jealousy, obsessions and compulsions, and paranoia. Her practice also gives attention to multicultural concerns, acknowledging how culture and background shape experiences and the therapeutic process. Shamsa speaks English, Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu, which allows her to work closely with clients from diverse linguistic backgrounds.
She holds BACP accreditation - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and aims to make the first step into therapy as approachable as possible, recognising the courage it takes to begin seeking support.
Areas of Expertise
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Additional Focus Areas
Therapeutic Approach
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Shamsa Aslam have?
Shamsa Aslam has 4 years of experience.
Is Shamsa Aslam a registered therapist?
Yes. She holds BACP accreditation - British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Shamsa Aslam provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English, Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu.
Where is Shamsa Aslam located?
She is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Shamsa Aslam as my therapist?
You can work with Shamsa Aslam through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Shamsa Aslam work with international clients?
Yes, Shamsa Aslam works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Shamsa Aslam cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Client-Centered Support and Online Access
Client-Centered Therapy is the foundation of Shamsa Aslam’s work, focusing on the client’s own perspective and pace. This approach involves attentive listening, empathy, and helping people find their own solutions rather than directing them, which can be especially helpful for issues like anxiety, relationship challenges, grief, and family conflict.
Shamsa also brings a multicultural-informed practice to online sessions, recognising how cultural background, language, and values affect wellbeing and the therapeutic process. This helps when addressing concerns such as parenting across cultures, multicultural relationship dynamics, and culturally shaped experiences of stress.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Shamsa works collaboratively with each person to determine what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. She will explore options together and adjust the way of working as therapy progresses.
Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers practical flexibility, allowing sessions to fit around work, family, and geographic constraints. These formats make it easier to access regular support, maintain continuity of care, and work with a registered professional from locations both within the United Kingdom and internationally.