- Thoughts and habits
- Gentle practical steps
- English and Urdu
About Yasmeen
Yasmeen Desnavi is a counsellor who helps people manage stress, anxiety, low mood, relationship strain and grief. She works with concerns around self-esteem and motivation as well. Yasmeen uses straightforward methods to help people notice thoughts and everyday habits that get in the way of feeling better.
She trained in psychology and holds a Bachelor’s degree (Honours) in Psychology. Her credential with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy is listed as BACP. Yasmeen has three years of professional experience and has worked in both multinational organisations and community services.
Yasmeen draws on a mix of practical approaches in sessions. She uses client-centred listening to understand what matters most, cognitive behavioural techniques to spot and shift unhelpful thinking, and solution-focused steps to set small, manageable goals. She also brings trauma-focused methods and Internal Family Systems ideas when they fit a person's needs.
Her background includes supporting people affected by cancer, including work with Macmillan Cancer Support at Manchester Royal Infirmary and Healthbox GP referrals. That experience informs how she supports people facing serious illness and the strain on family and carers.
Yasmeen offers therapy in English and Urdu. She aims to build a calm, non-judgemental space where people can talk through feelings, practical problems and everyday habits that influence wellbeing. To begin, clients use the site's Start Therapy button and a short matching questionnaire to schedule sessions.
She trained in psychology and holds a Bachelor’s degree (Honours) in Psychology. Her credential with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy is listed as BACP. Yasmeen has three years of professional experience and has worked in both multinational organisations and community services.
Yasmeen draws on a mix of practical approaches in sessions. She uses client-centred listening to understand what matters most, cognitive behavioural techniques to spot and shift unhelpful thinking, and solution-focused steps to set small, manageable goals. She also brings trauma-focused methods and Internal Family Systems ideas when they fit a person's needs.
Her background includes supporting people affected by cancer, including work with Macmillan Cancer Support at Manchester Royal Infirmary and Healthbox GP referrals. That experience informs how she supports people facing serious illness and the strain on family and carers.
Yasmeen offers therapy in English and Urdu. She aims to build a calm, non-judgemental space where people can talk through feelings, practical problems and everyday habits that influence wellbeing. To begin, clients use the site's Start Therapy button and a short matching questionnaire to schedule sessions.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Solution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems
Experience
3+ years
Credentials
BACP · United Kingdom
Languages
English, Urdu
Approaches that work online for thoughts and habits
Client-centred therapy focuses on listening and understanding each person27s experience so they feel heard and supported. It helps when someone needs space to talk through feelings and everyday habits affecting mood and relationships.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at the link between thoughts, feelings and actions. It offers practical exercises to notice unhelpful thoughts and try different, small experiments that change daily habits and improve mood.
Solution-focused work narrows sessions to what a person wants to achieve next and builds short, achievable steps. This approach suits people who want concrete changes they can try between meetings.
Finding the right approach usually happens together. The therapist will discuss goals, listen to preferences and suggest which methods to try first. That choice can change over time as needs and progress become clearer.
If you27re considering online therapy, please confirm the available session options before booking. Many people find online work easier to fit into daily life because sessions can be scheduled around work, travel and caregiving. Online sessions can also make shorter check-ins possible, reduce time spent travelling and help people use written or audio exercises between meetings to reinforce new habits.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Yasmeen focus on?
She focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship problems, grief, self-esteem and depression, with additional attention to issues such as abandonment, attachment difficulties, body image and cancer-related emotional support.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is client-centred and practical, combining listening with hands-on techniques from cognitive behavioural and solution-focused approaches to address thoughts and everyday habits.
What is her professional background?
She holds a Bachelor27s degree (Honours) in Psychology and has three years of experience working in multinational organisations and community services.
Which credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is listed with BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Urdu.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She accepts international clients.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.