Shimana Cassie, BACP
Founding clinical director and psychotherapist
- Evidence-based therapies
- Trauma and relationship support
- Online sessions available
About Shimana Cassie
Shimana Cassie is a clinical psychotherapist and counsellor who serves as the founding clinical director of Psychology of You Clinic in London, United Kingdom. With four years of professional experience, she has delivered tailored therapeutic support across private, statutory, and voluntary organisations, working with a wide range of client presentations.
She specialises in helping people manage depression, anxiety, low mood, relationship and interpersonal difficulties, and trauma, and she draws on evidence-based methods to shape an individualised plan for each person. Her practice is informed by humanistic and person-centred principles, integrative approaches, cognitive-behavioural techniques, psychodynamic ideas, and mindfulness practices, applied to suit each client’s needs.
Shimana aims to create an open and nonjudgmental environment where thoughts and feelings can be explored safely, and she recognises that taking the first step toward change requires courage. She supports clients through their journey toward greater wellbeing and self-understanding. She is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), the professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK.
She specialises in helping people manage depression, anxiety, low mood, relationship and interpersonal difficulties, and trauma, and she draws on evidence-based methods to shape an individualised plan for each person. Her practice is informed by humanistic and person-centred principles, integrative approaches, cognitive-behavioural techniques, psychodynamic ideas, and mindfulness practices, applied to suit each client’s needs.
Shimana aims to create an open and nonjudgmental environment where thoughts and feelings can be explored safely, and she recognises that taking the first step toward change requires courage. She supports clients through their journey toward greater wellbeing and self-understanding. She is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), the professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingImmigration issuesImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Shimana Cassie have?
She has 4 years of professional experience working across private, statutory, and voluntary organisations.
Is Shimana Cassie a registered therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential BACP and is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
In which languages does Shimana Cassie provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Shimana Cassie located?
She is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Shimana Cassie as my therapist?
You can work with Shimana Cassie through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Shimana Cassie work with international clients?
She does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Shimana Cassie 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. 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.
Therapeutic Approaches Adapted for Online Work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, supporting movement toward personal values and meaningful action. It can be useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions because it builds psychological flexibility.Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns formed in relationships and offers a chance to explore how early bonds influence current ways of relating. It is often helpful for people dealing with relationship difficulties, attachment issues, or the impact of past losses.
Client-Centred Therapy emphasises empathy, acceptance, and collaboration, giving individuals space to explore their experience at their own pace. This approach suits those seeking a supportive, nonjudgmental space to process emotion and build self-understanding.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Shimana Cassie works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Registered professionals can adapt techniques over time as priorities change.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place via video calls, phone conversations, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit therapy into everyday life. These options increase accessibility for different schedules and communication styles while allowing therapists to apply the same therapeutic tools used in face-to-face work.