Soban Amir, BACP

Soban Amir is a compassionate psychotherapist who works with people feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, or a sense of disconnection. He recognises how difficult it can be to start talking about personal struggles - whether the pressure comes from work, relationships, or cultural and personal expectations - and offers steady, nonjudgmental support to help clients explore what is really going on.

As a fully qualified psychotherapist registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), Soban brings professional training and ethical standards to his practice. He follows an integrative approach, tailoring therapeutic work to fit each person's unique situation rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model. This flexibility allows him to adapt methods and pace to what a client needs at any stage of their journey.

Soban is committed to maintaining an anti-discriminatory and anti-oppressive space where people are welcomed and respected regardless of background or identity. He places strong value on the therapeutic relationship and, echoing Irvin Yalom, believes 'it's the relationship that heals'. Working together, Soban aims to help clients feel seen, understood, and ready to take the next steps toward change.

Therapeutic Approaches and Remote Support

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting overwhelmed by them, and then focus on actions that reflect their values. It can be useful for stress, anxiety, low mood, and situations where avoidance has taken hold. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the connections between thoughts, feelings, and behaviours, offering practical strategies to shift unhelpful patterns and manage symptoms such as anxiety or depression. Client-Centered Therapy emphasises a warm, nonjudgmental relationship where the therapist supports the client's own capacity for insight and growth, which can be especially helpful for building self-esteem and working through relationship or identity concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Soban will work collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and may blend elements from different approaches as appropriate. This shared decision-making helps tailor sessions so they feel relevant and manageable.

Online therapy offers flexibility in how people connect - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit therapy around work, family, or other commitments. For many, remote sessions increase accessibility and make it simpler to maintain continuity of care with registered professionals and therapists regardless of location.