Sherife Hussein, BACP

Sherife Hussein is a counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with eight years of professional experience. She focuses on helping people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, low self-esteem, low motivation and similar concerns. Her manner is respectful and compassionate, aimed at making a difficult first step feel more manageable.

In session Sherife tailors conversations and plans to each person's needs. She uses a client-centred way of working that focuses on what matters most to the individual. For trauma-related concerns she draws on trauma-focused methods to help people process difficult events at a pace they can manage.

She supports people across many areas of life change and identity, including issues linked to ADHD, addictions, intimacy and LGBT concerns. Sherife also works with practical stresses such as sleep and eating difficulties, chronic illness and caregiver strain. Her approach is responsive rather than one-size-fits-all.

Sherife is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, which she holds as a professional credential. She speaks English and Turkish and is able to work with people in both languages.

Taking a first step into therapy can feel daunting. Sherife aims to make that step easier by listening, working collaboratively and adjusting sessions to match each person's pace and goals.

How client-centred and trauma-focused work translates online

Sherife uses client-centred principles to keep the work grounded in what the person wants. That means listening closely, checking in about goals, and adapting conversations to suit each session. This approach can help with general life stresses, self-esteem and relationship or intimacy concerns.

For trauma-related difficulties Sherife applies trauma-focused techniques that help people process distressing memories and reactions at a careful pace. These methods are aimed at reducing the hold past events have on day-to-day life and improving coping over time.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey and Sherife treats it as a collaborative process. She will work with each person to decide which methods fit best, changing direction if something does not feel helpful. Decisions about goals and pace are agreed together so the work reflects personal needs.

If you are considering online therapy, please confirm the session formats available before booking as the biography does not list specific formats. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also allow sessions in English or Turkish for people who prefer either language.