Fariba Shahbakhti-Warrington, BACP
Fariba Shahbakhti-Warrington is a counsellor who helps people facing depression, anxiety, stress and addiction.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Addictions
- Family conflicts
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About Fariba
Fariba Shahbakhti-Warrington is a counsellor who helps people facing depression, anxiety, stress and addiction. She supports those dealing with relationship strain, grief, intimacy concerns and family-related pressures. She works in English and Persian and is based in the United Kingdom.
Her approach is warm and practical. Sessions focus on what is happening now and on small steps that can ease pressure. She listens to each person's story and then helps them identify clear, manageable goals.
Background and approach
Techniques may include exploring patterns of thought and feeling, and building better ways to cope day to day. Fariba draws on several therapy styles to suit different needs. She uses elements of attachment-based work to look at how early relationships shape current reactions.
She also uses cognitive behavioural techniques to address unhelpful thinking and behaviour. Emotionally-focused ideas help when relationships and intimacy are a key concern. She has three years of experience as a practising therapist and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.
That registration is noted as a professional credential. Sessions are conversational and goal-focused. Clients can expect a non-judgemental space and practical tools to try between meetings.
The aim is to help people feel steadier and more able to cope with life changes and ongoing struggles such as depression.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 178350 | January 2027 |
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 Fariba works with
Everything Fariba lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Depression
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Eating disorders
- Parenting issues
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Self-harm
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Women's issues
Approaches Fariba lists
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Existential Therapy
- Jungian Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
Online support
Client-centred practice puts the person's perspective first. The counsellor listens without judgement and helps the client set their own goals. This approach suits people who want a supportive space to talk through life changes and difficult emotions.
Cognitive behavioural therapy, or CBT, focuses on the link between thoughts, feelings and actions. In online sessions this can mean tracking unhelpful thoughts, practising alternative responses and completing short exercises between meetings to test what works.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The counsellor will discuss goals, preferences and how people respond in early sessions, then suggest which methods to try. This is a collaborative process and can be adjusted over time.
Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text messaging. Video is useful for a fuller conversational experience, while phone calls work well when bandwidth is limited. Chat and messaging can fit shorter check-ins or people who prefer writing. These options make it easier to fit counselling around work, family and day-to-day life.
Frequently asked
What concerns does this counsellor address?
She supports people with depression, anxiety, stress, addiction and trauma-related issues. She also helps with relationship difficulties, grief, eating and intimacy-related problems.
What is the therapy style like in sessions?
Sessions are conversational and person-centred, with a practical focus on small steps. The counsellor listens and then helps set clear goals and coping strategies.
What experience does the counsellor have?
She has three years of experience as a practising therapist and additional background working in mental health and domestic abuse settings.
What professional credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and works from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are used in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Persian to accommodate speakers of either language.
Can people outside the UK connect for therapy?
International clients are accepted and can take part in sessions from other countries.
How do sessions take place and what formats are available?
Sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How are fees handled and how do I begin?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and is billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a session based on availability.
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