Zarmeena Afridi, HCPC
HCPC-registered psychologist supporting trauma recovery
- Trauma and anxiety
- Grief and loss support
- Speaks English Hindi Urdu Pushto
About Zarmeena Afridi
Zarmeena Afridi is a registered practitioner psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and brings more than 15 years of experience supporting people through depression, trauma, anxiety, phobias, grief, and bereavement. She works from a collaborative, empathetic stance - offering tools and guidance while recognising that each person leads their own journey toward recovery and resilience. Together with clients she explores strengths and resources that can help confront life’s challenges with greater clarity and self-understanding.
Her professional background spans hospitals, community programmes, emergency response teams, substance misuse and rehabilitation services, and work in research, public health, and policy. These varied roles have provided experience with clients from diverse cultural and life backgrounds and have shaped a flexible, culturally aware approach to care. She uses evidence-based methods, drawing on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), solution-focused techniques, and mindfulness to tailor sessions to individual goals and needs.
Zarmeena’s practice is informed by both professional training and personal experience of loss, grief, and anxiety. That combination supports a compassionate, practical stance focused on uncovering strategies that encourage recovery and renewed purpose. She aims to help people find clearer direction and greater confidence as they navigate difficult life transitions.
Her professional background spans hospitals, community programmes, emergency response teams, substance misuse and rehabilitation services, and work in research, public health, and policy. These varied roles have provided experience with clients from diverse cultural and life backgrounds and have shaped a flexible, culturally aware approach to care. She uses evidence-based methods, drawing on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), solution-focused techniques, and mindfulness to tailor sessions to individual goals and needs.
Zarmeena’s practice is informed by both professional training and personal experience of loss, grief, and anxiety. That combination supports a compassionate, practical stance focused on uncovering strategies that encourage recovery and renewed purpose. She aims to help people find clearer direction and greater confidence as they navigate difficult life transitions.
Areas of Expertise
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Zarmeena Afridi have?
Zarmeena Afridi has 15 years of professional experience.
Is Zarmeena Afridi a registered therapist?
Yes. She holds registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
In which languages does Zarmeena Afridi provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English, Hindi, Pushto, and Urdu.
Where is Zarmeena Afridi located?
She is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Zarmeena Afridi as my therapist?
You can work with Zarmeena Afridi through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Zarmeena Afridi work with international clients?
Yes, Zarmeena Afridi works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Zarmeena Afridi 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 and online care with Zarmeena Afridi
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a supportive, non-directive relationship where the therapist offers empathy and genuine understanding while the client sets the pace and goals. It helps people facing life transitions, low mood, and relationship or identity concerns by validating personal experience and building self-directed change.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviours. It is practical and structured, often used for anxiety, depression, panic, phobias, and mood regulation by teaching coping strategies and skills to manage symptoms.
Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-focused awareness and acceptance techniques that can reduce stress, improve emotional regulation, and complement other treatments for anxiety, grief, and trauma-related distress.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Zarmeena works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adapting the plan as progress is made. This shared decision-making helps ensure therapy feels relevant and achievable.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to receive ongoing support from registered professionals without travel, allow for consistent follow-up between sessions, and accommodate clients in different locations, including international settings.