She is really understanding and empathetic. I instantly felt a comfort and ease in opening up to her. She helped me a lot in coping with grief .
Saira Asif, BACP
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Saira is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Saira. View 12 reviews
- Speaks English, Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in United Kingdom
- Accepts worldwide clients
Recent reviews
Sara Asif is a great therapist, she takes a lot of time to listen and understands all my problems and concerns. She helped me a lot to deal with my problems and gave me strategies to deal with them. I highly recommend her.
More about Saira
- 8 years' experience
- Female
- BACP
Welcome. I am a qualified counsellor and a registered member of BACP. I have been working for over 6 years.
I have experience supporting client through different presenting issues; Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Bereavement, Abuse, Relationship, Bullying, Anger, Low self esteem, Eating disorder, Self harm and Gender dysphoria.
Although I specialise in CBT, I use integrative approach tailoring to clients need, it encourages to tell their story in a confidential and safe environment. Counselling does not provide answers or solutions to their problems but it does offer an opportunity to express and to explore feelings, thought and experiences. It is a supportive relationship built on trust and available to use and enable client to make informed choices. It can also help to progress, develop a positive attitude and build confidence and self-esteem to live a happy and healthier life.
I am positive, caring and I have patience and a willingness to listen and engage. I am trustworthy, reliable, non-judgmental, attune to people I work with and punctual with a problem solving attitude, that I believe equips me with the skills and quality to be a good therapist.
You do not need to have a build up of major problem or an issue to start talking therapy. You can benefit from it even if it is for a one session.
I look forward to speaking with you.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Grief
Anger management
Depression
LGBT
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
- BACP · United Kingdom · 386730 · Expires September 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Saira Asif
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
She is really understanding and empathetic. I instantly felt a comfort and ease in opening up to her. She helped me a lot in coping with grief .
Sara Asif is a great therapist, she takes a lot of time to listen and understands all my problems and concerns. She helped me a lot to deal with my problems and gave me strategies to deal with them. I highly recommend her.
I've just started working with Saira Asif, but I already feel more at ease. Therapy with her has a calming effect on me. There is still more to learn for me and I'm looking forward to continue working with her.
Saira, She was brilliant, kind and thoughtful. She really listened to me and gave me helpful coping tools to use for the future. I hope to work with her again.
Excellent and very patient
Saira has been really great with me in working on my way through anxiety and life changes and self worth issues. Saira is very insightful and patient with me and we seem to have built a strong bond which is essential in the journey ahead for me, so I am grateful to have someone like Saira as my well wisher and sypport
Saira really helped me navigate a difficult time in my life. She gave me practical tips I could use that helped me through the grieving process and also other challenges I was facing. I've experienced a new way of thinking and feel confident that I can move forward.
Saira was perfect for me. Very straight and honest from the start. A true help in my progression.
Very patient, easy to work with.
Saira has been great with me. She always listens and never judges and has given me a real range of tools and coping mechanisms that I can use day to day. I already feel in a much better place having spoken with her for a few months.
It feels nice to let things out
Saira is a trustworthy, introspective and compassion professional who can see a person as a whole and can challenge well and kindly when the moment it right.
Frequently asked questions
Does Saira Asif offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Saira Asif works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Saira Asif speak?
Saira Asif speaks English, Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu.
How many years of experience does Saira Asif have?
Saira Asif has 8 years of experience.
Where is Saira Asif licensed to practice?
Saira Asif is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.
Does Saira Asif accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?
Yes, Saira Asif accepts clients outside of the United Kingdom.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Saira Asif offer?
Saira Asif offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Saira Asif?
Saira Asif can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Saira Asif?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.