Faha Makhdum, BACP
Faha Makhdum is a counsellor who uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people manage depression, anxiety and stress.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and Abuse
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About Faha
Faha Makhdum is a counsellor who uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people manage depression, anxiety and stress. She brings 12 years of professional experience in the United Kingdom and aims to create a respectful, sensitive space for people to talk about hard things.
She focuses on everyday problems that can feel overwhelming, such as low mood, worry, relationship difficulties and sleep or eating changes. She also supports people dealing with trauma, grief, burnout and the pressures of caregiving.
Background and approach
Faha pays attention to issues around identity and sexuality, including LGBT concerns. Faha adapts conversations and practical steps to fit each person's situation. That can mean setting small goals, learning new ways to cope with triggers, or practising techniques to improve sleep and routine.
She explains ideas in plain language and works at a pace that feels manageable. Her background includes extensive client work over more than a decade, with experience across a wide range of problems from addiction and anger to career stress and family of origin issues. She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.
People who contact Faha usually begin with a short matching questionnaire and then arrange sessions that suit their schedule. She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to make therapy fit into busy lives.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 382381 | February 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Faha works with
Everything Faha lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Eating disorders
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Coping with life changes
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Abandonment
- Blended family issues
- Body image
- Cancer
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Emptiness
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Multicultural concerns
- Narcissism
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Postpartum depression
- Pregnancy and childbirth
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Online support
Another approach emphasises talking through painful experiences and rebuilding safety in everyday life. It uses guided conversation to help people process trauma, grief and relationship wounds in a paced way that recognises limits and builds resilience.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options with each person and decide together what methods and pace suit their goals and preferences. This collaborative process means techniques are tailored, reviewed and adjusted as progress is made.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility for busy lives. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when a fuller exchange is helpful. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or for shorter check-ins. Live chat and text-based messaging suit people who prefer typed conversations, want ongoing check-ins, or need to fit therapy into breaks and irregular schedules.
Frequently asked
What concerns does this counsellor address?
She helps people with stress, anxiety and depression, plus related problems such as trauma, grief, relationship difficulties, sleep and eating changes.
What style of therapy can I expect?
She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and adapts them to the person in front of her, focusing on clear, practical steps and conversational work.
How much experience does the counsellor have?
Faha has 12 years of professional experience working with people on a wide range of emotional and behavioural concerns.
What are Faha's credentials and where is she based?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and practises from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and she also accepts clients who are based outside the UK.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can be held by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.
How are fees and payments handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist arrangements; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with this counsellor?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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