- CBT informed
- Humanistic approach
- Speaks English Arabic
About Sanaa
Sanaa Baksh is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who aims to make the first steps into therapy less daunting. She asks people to move at their own pace and offers a listening ear without judgement. Her work is gentle and directed by the needs of the person who comes to see her.
Sanaa combines practical tools from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy with humanistic ideas that pay attention to feelings and personal meaning. She uses short-term strategies where helpful, and also allows space for deeper emotional work when needed. This combination is intended to help with stress, anxiety and low mood, including panic disorder and panic attacks.
Her background includes a BA (Hons) degree in Counselling and a foundation degree in Counselling Psychology, along with specialist certificates and diplomas in counselling skills, Islamic counselling, and working with children and young people. She is listed with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.
Sanaa has three years of clinical experience and additional training in areas such as domestic abuse, safeguarding, suicide awareness and autism awareness. She also speaks English and Arabic, which can help when cultural context matters in therapy.
People who come to her often bring relationship worries, family concerns, difficulties with self-esteem, or feelings of emptiness and isolation. She supports those coping with grief, immigration challenges, guilt, and the effects of disasters, offering practical ways to manage symptoms alongside reflective conversation.
How therapeutic approaches shape online work
Evidence-based techniques offer different ways to manage symptoms and understand experience. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, focuses on noticing unhelpful thinking and testing new ways of responding. It can be useful for anxiety, panic attacks and stress by teaching practical coping strategies and breathing or grounding exercises.Humanistic approaches place attention on the person's experience and values. This work helps when someone wants to be heard, explore meaning, or reconnect with what matters to them. Together, these approaches aim to combine hands-on skills with emotional reflection.
Finding the right approach is part of therapy. The counsellor will work collaboratively to decide which techniques fit your goals, needs and preferences. That may mean trying short practical strategies first, then opening space for deeper discussion if that feels right.
Session arrangements should be confirmed before booking, as formats are not specified in the biography. Many people find online or remote options help fit therapy into a busy life by removing travel, allowing sessions during a lunch break, or enabling a shorter check-in when time is tight. Ask about available formats and scheduling when you arrange your first session to make sure they match your practical needs.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English, Arabic
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
Sanaa works with a broad range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family issues, self-esteem, and panic disorder and panic attacks. She also supports people facing grief, immigration challenges, isolation and multicultural concerns.
How would therapy feel in a session with her?
Sessions balance practical tools and emotional listening. Sanaa uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy techniques alongside humanistic conversation to help people manage symptoms and understand their feelings.
What is her clinical background?
She has three years of counselling experience and holds a BA (Hons) in Counselling plus a foundation degree in Counselling Psychology, along with additional diplomas and certificates in related areas.
What professional credential does she hold?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, as stated in her profile.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Arabic.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time and works with people in the United Kingdom.
How are fees and payments handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. Exact fees depend on your chosen arrangement.
What should I do to begin therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.