Saima Durrani, ACA
Collaborative counsellor for stress and relationships
- Stress and anxiety support
- Couples and relationship help
- Multicultural empathy and care
About Saima Durrani
Saima Durrani is a credentialed counsellor based in Australia who brings multicultural and professional experience to her practice. She holds ACA, a recognised counselling credential that reflects professional membership in a counselling association, and works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma, grief and parenting challenges.
Saima approaches therapy with a collaborative stance, believing each person is the expert on their own life and already has strengths that can be used to navigate difficult moments. She aims to partner with clients to identify practical paths forward during times of change and crisis, tailoring support to the specific circumstances and goals of each individual.
Fluent in English, Urdu, Pashto, Hindko, and Panjabi, Saima offers attentive, empathetic listening and culturally informed care. Her practice emphasises respect for clients' stories, strengths-based work, and a steady focus on helping people build coping strategies and make meaningful shifts in their relationships and daily lives.
Saima approaches therapy with a collaborative stance, believing each person is the expert on their own life and already has strengths that can be used to navigate difficult moments. She aims to partner with clients to identify practical paths forward during times of change and crisis, tailoring support to the specific circumstances and goals of each individual.
Fluent in English, Urdu, Pashto, Hindko, and Panjabi, Saima offers attentive, empathetic listening and culturally informed care. Her practice emphasises respect for clients' stories, strengths-based work, and a steady focus on helping people build coping strategies and make meaningful shifts in their relationships and daily lives.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseEating disordersSleeping disordersSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationEating and food-related issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Saima Durrani have?
Saima Durrani has 3 years of experience working as a counsellor.
Is Saima Durrani a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds ACA, a professional counselling credential indicating membership in a recognised counselling association.
In which languages does Saima Durrani provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English, Punjabi, Pushto, and Urdu.
Where is Saima Durrani located?
Saima Durrani is located in Australia.
How can I work with Saima Durrani as my therapist?
You can work with Saima through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Saima Durrani work with international clients?
Saima Durrani does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Saima Durrani cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support
Saima integrates several evidence-informed approaches to help clients work through emotional and relational concerns. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people accept difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that align with personal values - this approach can be useful for anxiety, stress, and navigating life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify and adjust unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours, offering practical strategies for issues such as anxiety, depression, and sleep or eating difficulties. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist listens deeply and supports the client's own discoveries and growth, which often benefits those coping with grief, relationship challenges, or identity concerns.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Saima works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adapts sessions as those needs evolve. Licensed professionals and therapists often combine techniques to tailor care to the individual.
Online therapy with Saima is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexible options to fit different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to access consistent support from home or another convenient location, helping clients maintain progress even when life is busy or travel is difficult.