What is Counselling and Psychotherapy?

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Counselling and Psychotherapy are talking therapies, they provide an opportunity for people to talk through difficulties in their lives, gain insight and awareness and, ultimately, overcome their problems. There is a large body of evidence to show that change in therapy happens through having a supportive, respectful and genuine relationship with the therapist, which allows the client to be heard and valued and safe enough to be challenged, when appropriate. 


In my therapy practice, I actively make use of  the therapeutic relationship as a way of promoting growth and healing for my clients. This is more than simply offering empathy, although this is  of course essential. Exploration of the therapeutic relationship allows me to work with clients to identify relational challenges and trauma they may be carrying and work together to help them overcome this. Although this is not quick work,  it is deeply worthwhile,  healing and transformative. 


Counselling and psychotherapy is conducted in a confidential and safe environment, with a trained and experienced practitioner. Sessions usually take place at the same time and day each week for 50 minutes, to provide a containing environment, either online via video link or from my room in central London.

Help to work through

  • life difficulties
  • relationship issues
  • family issues
  • past trauma
  • depression
  • anxiety
  • stress

Counselling vs Psychotherapy


The terms 'Counselling' and 'Psychotherapy' are often used interchangeably. Traditionally psychotherapy was on a longer term basis and explored issues in greater depth, whereas counselling was more short term and goal-focussed. However it is possible to have short term psychotherapy and long term counselling, depending on the modality of an individual therapist.


I am able to work in a way that involves exploring issues in further depth and I am also able to work in a more solution-focussed way.   The length of the therapy will depend on your individual needs.


To find out more please e-mail me at: semeyrasarwar.counselling@pm.me and I will be happy to answer any questions you may have about the process.​


​​​​​​​​​Therapy appointments available online and in-person in Fitzrovia, Marylebone and surrounding areas