Surjeet Bahra, BACP

Surjeet Bahra is a UK-licensed therapist with 15 years of professional experience who supports people working through stress, anxiety, relationship and family conflicts, motivation challenges, low self-esteem, and issues with confidence. She combines attentive listening with practical guidance to help clients explore their concerns and identify meaningful steps forward. Surjeet approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, creating a space where concerns can be discussed without judgement.

As a member of the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, she follows recognised standards of practice and ethical care. Surjeet tailors conversations and treatment plans to the unique circumstances and goals of each individual, adapting methods to fit different needs and preferences. She recognises that reaching out for help is a courageous step and aims to provide steady support throughout the process. Whether someone is seeking short-term problem-solving or longer-term personal work, Surjeet works collaboratively to build a plan that feels manageable and relevant to the person sitting with her.

Approaches that guide online sessions

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape patterns of relating to others. In practice it helps people understand closeness, trust, and emotional connection, which can be useful for relationship challenges, attachment issues, and difficulties with intimacy. Client-Centered Therapy places the person at the heart of the work, using empathetic listening and unconditional positive regard to help clients explore their feelings and find their own solutions - it is often helpful for building self-esteem, confidence, and motivation. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviours interact and offers practical tools to change unhelpful patterns; it is commonly used for anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with life changes.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and this therapist works collaboratively with each client to determine which methods fit best with their needs, goals, and preferences. Sessions may combine elements from different approaches to suit the person and the issue at hand.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can happen by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit around work, family, or time zone differences. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care and access support from a registered professional without needing to travel, helping people engage in regular, consistent work toward their goals.