- Years in practice
- 5
- Registration
- BACP
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Depression
About Shamyla
Shamyla Naheed is a counsellor with five years of professional experience in the United Kingdom. She supports people who are struggling with stress, anxiety and depression, and she also helps with issues such as grief, anger and self-esteem. Shamyla creates a calm, non-judgemental space so clients can talk openly about their thoughts and feelings.
Her approach begins with listening. She works alongside clients to understand what matters most to them and what gets in the way of change.
Background and approach
Together they set realistic goals and try practical steps that fit into everyday life. Shamyla often helps people dealing with family or relationship strain, communication problems and the fallout from separation. She also supports those facing long-term health challenges, caregiver stress, immigration-related pressures and feelings of isolation or purposelessness.
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - BACP. That registration reflects her professional standing in the UK and the standards she follows in her work. Sessions are offered in English and delivered online by video, phone, live chat or text messaging.
New clients start by completing a short questionnaire so Shamyla can match the work to their needs and preferences.
What Shamyla works with
Everything Shamyla lists, in their own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Shamyla helps people with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Depression
- Grief
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Body image
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Immigration issues
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Postpartum depression
- Post-traumatic stress
- Pregnancy and childbirth
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
How therapeutic approaches shape online work
Shamyla draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on listening, building insight and trying practical strategies. One common way she works is through supportive counselling, which involves exploring feelings and responses while developing coping ideas for stress, anxiety and grief. This approach helps people make sense of what they are facing and find manageable next steps.She also uses brief, goal-focused methods that prioritise small, practical changes. These techniques break larger problems into clear tasks and skills to practise between sessions, which can help with anger, low self-esteem and parenting pressures. Each method is selected to match the person’s needs rather than following a single formula.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk about options, try techniques together and adjust the plan as goals and circumstances change. Clients are invited to give feedback so the work stays relevant and useful.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Video calls let people meet face to face when a fuller conversation is needed, while phone sessions can work well if bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is preferred. Live chat and text messaging suit brief updates, mood tracking and ongoing support between conversations. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into a busy family life or a constrained schedule.
Questions people ask about Shamyla
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She assists people with stress, anxiety and depression, as well as grief, anger and low self-esteem. Other areas include parenting concerns, attachment and communication problems.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is warm and non-judgemental and begins with listening. She works collaboratively to set practical goals and to try steps that fit into daily life.
What experience does she bring to sessions?
She has five years of professional experience working in the United Kingdom, supporting people with emotional and life stressors.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - BACP and practices in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients; she works with people in the United Kingdom.
What formats are available for appointments?
Appointments are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How do fees and booking work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time. To begin, select Start Therapy, complete a short matching questionnaire and book according to availability.
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