- Trauma-aware approach
- Client-centred sessions
- Speaks English and Hindi
About Shazia
Shazia Datoobhoy is a counsellor who helps people manage stress, anxiety and panic-related problems. She also supports those coping with trauma, relationship difficulties and major life changes. People can expect calm, patient listening and practical steps to feel steadier day to day.
She works in a conversational way that keeps the client's experience central. Sessions focus on making sense of difficult reactions and finding everyday changes that reduce overwhelm. The aim is to help people understand patterns that affect mood, behaviour and relationships so they can make choices that suit their life.
Shazia draws on several therapeutic approaches to match what each person needs. She uses Client-Centred Therapy to follow the person’s own priorities and create a non-judgemental space. Narrative Therapy helps people separate themselves from painful stories and try new ways of talking about their lives.
She also incorporates Psychodynamic ideas to look at how past experiences shape current feelings, and Trauma-Focused Therapy for those dealing with abuse or significant traumatic events. Internal Family Systems offers a way to listen to different internal parts when emotions feel confusing or overwhelming.
Shazia has four years of experience and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. She works in the United Kingdom and offers sessions in English and Hindi. To begin, a short matching questionnaire is completed and sessions are scheduled according to therapist availability.
How these approaches translate to online work
Client-Centred Therapy places your priorities at the centre and means the therapist follows what matters most to you. This approach is useful for anxiety and stress because it begins with your immediate concerns and supports steady problem-solving.Narrative Therapy helps separate you from the story you tell about yourself. Online sessions can use conversation and reflection to rewrite harmful narratives around panic, shame or relationship patterns.
Trauma-Focused Therapy concentrates on understanding and reducing the impact of traumatic events. In remote sessions this can include careful, paced conversations and strategies to manage strong reactions when they arise.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapy journey. The therapist will work collaboratively to decide which methods suit your needs, goals and preferences. Plans can be reviewed as you progress and different techniques introduced when helpful.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Many people find online work fits into busy lives because sessions can be scheduled around work or caring commitments, do not require travel and can be easier to fit into a lunch break or evening. If you have questions about how sessions will run, the Start Therapy process will collect basic details and schedule according to availability.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English, Hindi
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems can I bring to therapy?
Shazia supports people with stress, anxiety and panic-related problems and with trauma, relationship issues, depression and grief. She also works with concerns such as eating issues, anger, self-esteem and body image.
How would you describe your therapy style?
Her style is conversational and person-focused, emphasising listening and practical steps. Sessions aim to help people understand patterns and try small changes that feel manageable.
What is her professional background?
She has four years of experience working with people on trauma, anxiety and related concerns. Her work combines several therapeutic approaches to match client needs.
What credentials and region should I know about?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are used in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Hindi for those who prefer either language.
Can I work with her from outside the UK?
International clients are accepted. Confirm practical details and scheduling when you complete the matching questionnaire.
How does payment and costing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What are the first steps to start therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire, then schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.