Shabana is one of those rare people who truly listens and understands without judgement. From the very first session, she created a calm, safe space where I felt completely at ease to open up. She has a real talent for gently exploring and intuitively recognising the deeper areas where she can help you work through challenges and reframe your thinking, without ever making you feel pushed. Her support came at a time when life felt overwhelming, and she helped me slowly rebuild my confidence.
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Hello! My name is Shabana.
I am a qualified psychotherapeutic counsellor. I provide therapy to adults and young people who are over the age of 18.
I hold a Post Graduate Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy in 2024 and am a registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). This means I adhere to their ethical code of conduct.
As an Integrative Relational practitioner, the key element of my work is to build a genuine relationship with a client through being non judgemental and respectful. I may draw on other theories as we work together such as CBT, psychodynamic or solution focussed therapy to name a few. In my experience, people are the experts of their own lives and have the resources within them to make the changes they wish to see. In some situations, we might work together to explore techniques to manage the feelings of anxiety or regulate emotions on a day to day basis that a client can incorporate into their toolkit.
I might offer challenge where I feel this is needed, for example, to offer a different perspective on certain limiting beliefs.
I will adapt my approach to meet each client’s individual needs. In other words, it is my belief that we are all unique and complex beings, so collaboration and client preference are key aspects of my approach.
With over twenty years experience as a Children and Families Social Worker, I've had the privilege of supporting people through a wide range of challenges, including those linked to past or present trauma. I understand the hurdles, and I'm here to help you find your way through them in a safe, non judgemental and supportive environment.
As someone from South Asian background myself, I have a deep understanding of the unique pressures that come with navigating cultural expectations, family dynamics and identity. If you've experienced challenges related to culture, identity or cultural trauma, I'm here to provide a safe and empathetic space where we can explore these issues together.
Personal Touch
When i am not working, I love to get outside into the Peak District, go to the gym or swim. I am also regularly learning Martial Arts. This is challenging me physically and mentally, but I am loving learning about myself and my capabilities in this way.
Client Focus
I work with individuals aged 18 and over on a one-to-one basis. My practice is dedicated to providing a safe and supportive environment for clients to explore their thoughts and feelings. I aim to understand each person's unique experiences and challenges.
In our sessions, we will typically:
I strive to create a trusting relationship that empowers you to make positive changes in your life.
In our sessions, we will typically:
- Discuss your personal experiences and concerns
- Explore your feelings and emotions in a safe space
- Identify goals and areas for growth
- Develop coping strategies tailored to your needs
- Work collaboratively to enhance your well-being
I strive to create a trusting relationship that empowers you to make positive changes in your life.
Therapies explained
Existential
Existential therapy focuses on free will, self-determination, and the search for meaning—often centering on you rather than on the symptom.
Family Systems Therapy
Family Systems Therapy treats the family as a system, addressing issues within the context of the family unit.
Gestalt Therapy
Gestalt Therapy emphasizes personal responsibility and focuses on the individual’s experience in the present moment.
Humanistic Therapy
Humanistic Therapy focuses on individual potential and stresses the importance of growth and self-actualization.
Relational
Relational therapy emphasizes the role of interpersonal relationships as a vehicle for achieving psychological growth and healing.
Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Solution Focused Brief Therapy concentrates on finding solutions in the present time and exploring one’s hope for the future to find quicker resolution of one’s problems.
Person-Centered Therapy
Person-Centered Therapy, developed by Carl Rogers, emphasizes a non-directive, empathetic approach that empowers and motivates the client in the therapeutic process.
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Shabana Gulshan
Psychotherapist
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07376434069