Shimana Cassie, BACP
Experienced London clinical psychotherapist
- Evidence-informed approaches
- Trauma and relationship focus
- Accessible online support
About Shimana Cassie
Shimana Cassie is a clinical psychotherapist and counsellor based in London, United Kingdom and serves as the founding clinical director of Psychology of You Clinic. She brings experience working across private, statutory, and voluntary organisations to deliver tailored therapeutic support for a wide range of presentations. With four years of professional practice, she focuses on helping people navigate challenges such as depression, anxiety, low mood, relationship and interpersonal difficulties, trauma, and other presenting concerns.
Her work draws on evidence-informed methods to create individualised plans. She integrates person-centred and humanistic principles with cognitive behavioural techniques, psychodynamic ideas, and mindfulness practices to suit the needs of each person she works with. This flexible approach means interventions are adapted to the situation rather than applying a single model to every case.
Shimana aims to provide an open, non-judgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored and where taking the first step toward greater wellbeing is honoured. She is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), the professional body that supports standards and ongoing development for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom.
Her work draws on evidence-informed methods to create individualised plans. She integrates person-centred and humanistic principles with cognitive behavioural techniques, psychodynamic ideas, and mindfulness practices to suit the needs of each person she works with. This flexible approach means interventions are adapted to the situation rather than applying a single model to every case.
Shimana aims to provide an open, non-judgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored and where taking the first step toward greater wellbeing is honoured. She is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), the professional body that supports standards and ongoing development for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingImmigration issuesImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Shimana Cassie have?
She has 4 years of professional experience.
Is Shimana Cassie a licensed therapist?
Yes. She is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), which indicates adherence to recognised professional standards in counselling and psychotherapy.
In which languages does Shimana Cassie provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Shimana Cassie located?
She is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Shimana Cassie as my therapist?
You can work with Shimana Cassie through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Shimana Cassie work with international clients?
Shimana Cassie does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Shimana Cassie 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches and online support
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take practical steps toward a meaningful life while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings rather than fighting them. It can be useful for anxiety, low mood, and coping with life changes. Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns of relating that began in early caregiving relationships and looks to strengthen emotional connection and security - this approach can be helpful for relationship difficulties, attachment issues, and trauma-related concerns. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, empathetic atmosphere where the person is supported to find their own solutions and build self-understanding; it is often used to address low self-esteem, grief, and general emotional distress.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Licensed professionals and therapists work with each person to assess needs, preferences, and goals and then tailor techniques or combine approaches to suit the individual. The therapist supports clients in experimenting with methods and adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions may take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and communication styles. This range of options can make it easier to maintain continuity of care, attend appointments from familiar environments, and access therapeutic support alongside work, family, or other commitments.