Riffat Jabeen, BACP

Riffat Jabeen is a counsellor who works from an integrative perspective. She uses a blend of approaches to help people make sense of their thoughts and everyday habits. She aims to build a warm, non-judgemental space where people can talk about what matters most to them.

Her practice is guided by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. She carries professional insurance and takes part in regular supervision as recommended by BACP. Riffat trained with a degree in Integrative Counselling and is continuing postgraduate study in clinical psychology while working towards a doctorate in counselling psychology.

Riffat writes that much of her work supports people through anxiety, stress, depression and trauma. She also helps with relationship and intimacy-related issues, grief, compassion fatigue, sleep difficulties, ADHD and changes such as separation or career shifts. She often uses mindfulness and meditation as practical tools for stress relief and grounding.

Sessions focus on the person’s priorities and move at their pace. Riffat listens without judgement and uses a mix of client-centred, attachment-based and cognitive methods to connect present difficulties with earlier experiences when helpful. The aim is to untangle what feels overwhelming and find clearer ways forward.

She highlights experience working with people from many cultural backgrounds and supports LGBT concerns. The biography states she offers therapy in English and that international clients are accepted; readers should confirm current session options before booking.

How these approaches work in online counselling

Attachment-Based Therapy looks at patterns that formed in early relationships and how they shape current connections and reactions. It helps people understand why they feel unsafe or disconnected and work on building more stable ways of relating. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person in the room, offering non-judgemental listening and reflection so the client can find their own solutions; it suits worries about self-esteem, life transitions and feeling overwhelmed. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify unhelpful thinking and everyday habits, then tests and gently changes them with practical exercises to reduce anxiety and improve mood.

Finding the best approach is a collaborative process. The counsellor will talk with the client about goals, try methods that fit their needs, and adjust as the work progresses. Clients are encouraged to feed back on what helps and what does not so the approach can be refined together.

The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit counselling into a busy routine and reduce travel time. It also allows shorter check-ins when needed, and makes it possible to use mindfulness exercises and worksheets between sessions. Registered or accredited professionals can adapt techniques so sessions focus on the practical changes people want in daily life.