Soban Amir , BACP

Soban Amir offers thoughtful, person-centered support for people feeling weighed down by anxiety, stress, or a sense of disconnection. He recognises that many individuals silently shoulder difficult emotions, expect themselves to cope alone, or struggle to find the words to describe what is happening. Pressure from work, relationships, or cultural and personal expectations can become overwhelming, and Soban works with clients at the point when they feel ready for change.

He is a fully qualified psychotherapist registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) - a professional body in the United Kingdom that sets standards and supports accredited counsellors and psychotherapists. Soban uses an integrative approach, adapting therapeutic techniques to suit each person rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model.

Committed to anti-discriminatory and anti-oppressive practice, he creates a welcoming, respectful space for people from diverse backgrounds and identities. He places strong emphasis on the therapeutic relationship, drawing on the idea that genuine connection between therapist and client is a central part of the work. Together with clients, he aims to build understanding and begin the process of change at a pace that feels right.

Therapeutic approaches and how they translate to online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice painful thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and then take action aligned with what matters to them. It can be useful for anxiety, stress, and feelings of emptiness. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the client’s own experience, offering empathy, acceptance, and support so people can explore their feelings and find their own solutions; it is often helpful for relationship concerns and self-esteem work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviours and offers practical strategies to change patterns that maintain difficulties such as anxiety, depression, or unhealthy coping habits.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Soban collaborates with each person to identify which methods fit best with their needs, goals, and preferences, and adapts the work over time so therapy stays relevant and useful.

Online therapy with Soban can take place by video call, phone session, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility to fit around work, family, and other commitments. These options make it easier to access licensed professionals and continue momentum even when in-person appointments are not practical, while supporting consistent progress over time.