- Thoughts and habits
- Practical strategies
- Works in English Bengali Hindi
About S
S M M A Sayem is an AASW counsellor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, low mood and relationship difficulties. He speaks English, Bengali and Hindi and aims to make first conversations straightforward and calm. His style is collaborative and down-to-earth, so people can talk about what matters most to them.
Sayem draws on nine years of experience supporting people through life changes, parenting worries, grief and recovery from substance misuse. He uses practical steps such as behavioural activation, activity scheduling and sleep hygiene to build small routines that make daily life easier. Mindfulness-based stress reduction and relaxation techniques are also part of his approach when people need ways to manage intense feelings.
Attachment-based ideas inform how he talks about relationships and patterns that repeat over time. Cognitive and skills work from cognitive behavioural approaches and dialectical behaviour strategies help with emotional regulation and coping. He focuses on concrete strategies rather than jargon, and helps people try things between sessions so change can be gradual and achievable.
Sayem emphasises listening and collaborative planning. Together with the person seeking help he develops realistic goals and steps to reach them. He also supports people working on motivation, self‑esteem, career transitions and relapse prevention after substance or alcohol misuse.
People often mention that making a first appointment felt less daunting when they could speak in their preferred language and follow a clear plan. If someone wants practical, routine-based help with thoughts and everyday habits, Sayem offers a straightforward, evidence-informed approach.
Sayem draws on nine years of experience supporting people through life changes, parenting worries, grief and recovery from substance misuse. He uses practical steps such as behavioural activation, activity scheduling and sleep hygiene to build small routines that make daily life easier. Mindfulness-based stress reduction and relaxation techniques are also part of his approach when people need ways to manage intense feelings.
Attachment-based ideas inform how he talks about relationships and patterns that repeat over time. Cognitive and skills work from cognitive behavioural approaches and dialectical behaviour strategies help with emotional regulation and coping. He focuses on concrete strategies rather than jargon, and helps people try things between sessions so change can be gradual and achievable.
Sayem emphasises listening and collaborative planning. Together with the person seeking help he develops realistic goals and steps to reach them. He also supports people working on motivation, self‑esteem, career transitions and relapse prevention after substance or alcohol misuse.
People often mention that making a first appointment felt less daunting when they could speak in their preferred language and follow a clear plan. If someone wants practical, routine-based help with thoughts and everyday habits, Sayem offers a straightforward, evidence-informed approach.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsGriefEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyEye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Imago Relationship TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapySomatic TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family SystemsSystemic Therapy
Experience
9+ years
Credentials
AASW · Australia
Languages
English, Bengali, Hindi
How his approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take small, meaningful actions in daily life rather than getting stuck on unhelpful thoughts. It suits people who want to change habits and build a life that feels more purposeful. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing thought patterns and testing them with practical experiments and activity changes to reduce distress and build new routines. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at patterns in relationships and helps people understand how early experiences shape current reactions and connection with others.Finding the right approach is part of the early work together. Sayem will work collaboratively to choose which strategies to try first based on a person’s goals, needs and preferences, and he adjusts plans as progress is made.
This therapist’s biography does not list specific session formats here, so please confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins on a work break. Some approaches lend themselves to homework tasks, activity scheduling and brief skills practice that fit well with remote sessions, and collaborative planning helps people try techniques between meetings.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Sayem commonly help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, parenting worries, grief, addictions and other life changes.
How would you describe his therapy style?
He uses a collaborative, straightforward style focused on practical steps like activity scheduling, mindfulness and skills practice.
What experience does he bring?
He has nine years of clinical experience working with people on mental health and personal growth topics.
What credential and location does he hold?
He is accredited by the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) and works from Australia.
Which languages can sessions be held in?
Sessions are offered in English, Bengali and Hindi.
Can people outside Australia work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are costs and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.