Sanaa Baksh

Sanaa Baksh is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who aims to make the first steps into therapy feel less daunting. She offers a calm, non-judgemental space where people can talk through what matters to them and begin to make sense of difficult feelings. Sanaa speaks English and Arabic and brings three years of clinical experience to her practice.

She uses a blend of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and humanistic principles, pairing practical tools with deeper emotional work. Sessions move at a pace set by the client, with an emphasis on listening and helping people notice patterns that keep them stuck. Sanaa also pays attention to how culture and personal history shape emotional experience.

Sanaa works with a range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship and family issues, and panic. Her broader focus areas include attachment and communication problems, coping after disasters, immigration-related stress, domestic violence, guilt and shame, and feelings of emptiness or isolation. Hospice and end-of-life counselling is also listed among her areas of focus.

Her background includes a BA Hons degree in counselling and a foundation degree in counselling psychology, and she is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). Sanaa has completed courses in CBT essentials, online counselling and safeguarding, among other professional development topics.

People who choose to work with her can expect straightforward language, practical strategies, and time to reflect. She aims to help clients find clearer ways to cope and to make small, sustainable changes that fit with their life and values.

Therapeutic approaches and online counselling

CBT is a practical approach that helps people identify and change unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns. It is often used for anxiety, panic and low mood by breaking problems into manageable steps and trying new ways of responding.

Humanistic approaches focus on being heard and understood. They prioritise the person’s experience, helping people explore values, feelings and personal meaning rather than following a fixed script.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with clients about what feels helpful and adapt methods to match their goals and preferences. This is a collaborative process that can change as people make progress.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Online counselling can make it easier to fit therapy around daily life, saving travel time and allowing sessions to be scheduled more flexibly. It also lets people choose a quieter moment for a shorter check-in or a longer session when needed, which can help maintain continuity of care alongside other commitments.