Selena Zafar, BACP

Selena Zafar is a BACP counsellor who helps people navigating midlife questions and major life shifts. She offers a calm, non-judgemental space where clients can talk about stress, relationships, identity, grief and changes at work or home. Selena writes plainly and listens closely, meeting people where they are and moving at a pace that feels right for them.

Her approach is grounded in Client-Centred Therapy, which focuses on treating each person as the expert in their own life. Sessions aim to be warm and empathetic, with the counsellor reflecting what’s said and helping clients find their own way forward. Selena and each client set goals together and choose the direction of the work.

Selena trained after her own experience of therapy and completed a Master of Science degree, which means she can relate to people in academic and student settings. She is also a biracial counsellor from multiple minority groups and raises cultural, faith and identity issues in session when relevant.

She lists a range of concerns she supports, including anxiety, depression, relationship and family matters, bereavement, body image and eating concerns, addiction, trauma and issues around intimacy. Additional areas include ADHD, caregiver stress, adoption and foster care, and career or life-change coaching.

Sessions are offered in English and she works with clients in the United Kingdom and internationally. Before booking, clients should confirm current session formats and scheduling details.

How client-centred approaches work for online therapy

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on creating a supportive encounter where the client leads the conversation and the counsellor mirrors and clarifies what matters most. This approach suits people dealing with anxiety, grief, relationship tension or questions about identity because it centres the client's own understanding and priorities.

Selena treats the choice of approach as a shared decision. She will talk with each person about their needs, goals and preferences and suggest ways of working that feel right. Finding the best fit is part of the early sessions rather than a fixed promise up front.

Many people find online counselling helpful for fitting therapy around work, study and family life because it can reduce travel time and make scheduling easier. If quieter surroundings, shorter check-ins or sessions that do not require travel would help, online options can support that. Session formats are not listed here, so clients should confirm the current options before booking to ensure they match personal needs and daily routines.