- ACT techniques
- CBT strategies
- Attachment focus
About Sima
Sima Patel is a counsellor registered with NCPS in the United Kingdom and has three years of professional experience. She works with people who are struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, trauma and grief. Social anxiety and phobia are included among her focus areas.
She uses conversational, person-focused sessions to help people talk through what matters to them. Sessions explore current problems and practical ways to manage symptoms day to day. She aims to help people notice patterns in thoughts and behaviour and to test small changes in real life.
Sima draws on several well-known approaches, including acceptance and commitment therapy and cognitive behavioural techniques. She also integrates attachment-based ideas and elements of dialectical behaviour therapy when these suit a person's needs. This mix is used to address issues such as panic attacks, low self-esteem, or relationship concerns.
Work often begins by identifying what someone most wants to change and which steps feel doable. Conversations include simple exercises, practical coping strategies and checking how things are going between sessions. The aim is steady, manageable progress rather than quick fixes.
Sessions are offered in English and Gujarati. People are invited to follow the service guidance to start a match questionnaire and arrange a first meeting when they are ready.
Online approaches explained and what they do
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing difficult thoughts and feelings without trying to push them away, then choosing actions that reflect personal values. It can help when anxiety or avoidance get in the way of everyday goals.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings and behaviours link together and uses practical experiments to change unhelpful patterns. It is commonly used for social anxiety, panic and low mood.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the client about goals and preferences and suggest which methods to try. This is a collaborative process with regular check-ins to see what helps most.
Confirm the current session options before booking as formats are not specified here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling around work, childcare and day-to-day life. They can allow shorter check-ins, avoid travel time and make it possible to meet from a quieter location when needed. Registered or accredited professionals use online work to offer consistent, practical support without needing to be in the same room.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English, Gujarati
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, grief and related issues such as social anxiety and phobia.
What is her approach in sessions?
She uses conversational, client-centred work with practical exercises from ACT, CBT and attachment-based ideas.
How much experience does she have?
She has three years of professional counselling experience in the United Kingdom.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is registered with NCPS and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and Gujarati.
Can people from other countries work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for?
Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to try a session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session.