Counsellor profile
Poonam Sejpal, BACP
Counsellor - Relationships and trauma
See online counselling options- Attachment work
- CBT techniques
- Narrative therapy
About Poonam
Counsellor and BACP member Poonam Sejpal has 11 years of practice in the United Kingdom and helps people with relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, anger, self‑esteem, stress, anxiety, LGBT issues, grief and parenting concerns. She also works with career problems, ADHD, intimacy issues and coping with big life changes.
Poonam uses a blend of approaches rather than a single method. Sessions focus on what is happening now and how past patterns affect current feelings and behaviour. She brings in ideas from attachment work, cognitive behavioural techniques and psychodynamic thinking as they suit each person.
People are invited to talk about specific problems such as panic, low mood, or relationship conflict. Conversations may include practical coping skills, looking at unhelpful thought patterns, and discussing how early relationships shape expectations. The aim is to make sense of difficulties and find manageable steps forward.
She has experience with a wide range of topics including domestic violence, OCD, autism spectrum concerns, codependency and blended family issues. That experience informs how she plans sessions and the kinds of strategies she might suggest.
Poonam describes her style as client‑centred and humanistic while drawing on cognitive behavioural, narrative and psychodynamic ideas. Work is collaborative: she and the person agree priorities and review progress over time.
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted. Before booking, users should confirm current session formats and practical arrangements.
How attachment, CBT and narrative ideas shape online counselling
Attachment‑based work looks at how early relationships influence current patterns. It helps when problems repeat in close relationships or when someone struggles with trust and closeness.Cognitive behavioural therapy, or CBT, focuses on thoughts, feelings and behaviours. It offers straightforward techniques for anxiety, low mood and stress that you can practise between sessions.
Narrative therapy helps people separate themselves from their problems by examining the stories they tell about their lives. It can be useful for issues like identity, past trauma and relationship roles.
Choosing the best approach is a shared process. The counsellor will discuss aims, test out methods and review what helps. That means the plan can change as needs and goals become clearer.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm the current options before booking. Online counselling can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check‑in meetings when needed. It can also mean choosing phone over video when a quieter connection or less bandwidth is helpful.
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Experience
11+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
Poonam works with relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, anger, self‑esteem, stress, anxiety, grief and parenting concerns. She also supports people with career issues, ADHD, intimacy problems and coping with life changes.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She uses a client‑centred humanistic approach combined with cognitive behavioural, psychodynamic and narrative ideas. Sessions mix talking, reflection and practical coping strategies.
How long has she been practising?
Poonam has been practising for 11 years in the United Kingdom.
Which professional body is she a member of?
She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, shown as BACP.
Can sessions be held in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients accepted?
Yes, she accepts international clients.
How are sessions charged and paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. Check the listing for current pricing details.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online counselling options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule your first session.
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