- Collaborative approach
- 15 years experience
- Multi language support
About Zarmeena
Zarmeena Afridi is a practitioner psychologist registered with the Health and Care Professions Council UK (HCPC) and has more than 15 years of experience. She focuses on supporting people through depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and life changes. Her work emphasises practical help and collaborative problem-solving.
She draws on work in hospitals, community programmes, emergency response teams and substance misuse settings. Those varied roles shaped how she notices cultural and contextual factors that affect day-to-day coping. That background also informs how she tailors sessions to each person.
In sessions she combines straightforward techniques from cognitive behavioural therapy with solution-focused and mindfulness methods. She aims to help people recognise patterns, build small routines and practise skills that reduce worry and lift mood. Sessions are shaped around the goals the person brings.
Her own experiences with loss and recovery inform a gentle, empathetic style. She speaks English, Hindi, Pushto and Urdu, and is used to working with people from diverse cultural backgrounds. She accepts international clients.
People who meet her can expect a calm, practical conversation that centres their priorities. The focus is on finding manageable steps to improve day-to-day wellbeing and on building resilience over time. To begin, readers are invited to use the site Start Therapy button and follow the short matching questionnaire to arrange a session.
How chosen approaches work in online therapy
Client-Centred Therapy places the person and their priorities at the heart of sessions. The counsellor listens closely, reflects what matters to the person, and helps them find their own solutions to stress, grief or anxiety.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavioural changes. It is often used for anxiety, panic, low mood and phobias, helping people practise new ways of responding between sessions.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss your needs, goals and preferences and try ways that fit you. This is a collaborative process and plans can be adjusted as progress is reviewed.
Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions around work and family life. It can reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and make it simpler to keep continuity when schedules change. The biography does not specify session formats here, so confirm current options before booking to ensure the format suits your routine and technology. Working online still centres clear goals, practical steps and regular review to help manage everyday wellbeing.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
15+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English, Hindi, Pushto, Urdu
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and related issues such as panic, phobias and postpartum depression.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is collaborative and practical, using empathy and goal-focused conversations to help people make steady changes in daily life.
What is her professional background?
She has worked for over 15 years across hospitals, community programmes, emergency response teams, substance misuse and public health roles.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is registered with the Health and Care Professions Council UK (HCPC) and practices from the United Kingdom.
Which languages can sessions be held in?
Sessions can be offered in English, Hindi, Pushto and Urdu for both UK-based and international clients.
What session formats are available?
The biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are costs handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist arrangements; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I get started with therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.