Constance Farahmand-Afshar , BACP

Constance Farahmand-Afshar is a United Kingdom based therapist credentialed with BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, a professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists. With four years of professional practice, she works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and challenges related to addiction and substance misuse. She also supports clients struggling with motivation, self-esteem and confidence, as well as those navigating significant life changes.

Constance approaches each person with respect, sensitivity and compassion, adapting conversations and care plans to fit individual needs. Her aim is to create a collaborative space where clients can explore their priorities and build practical strategies for managing difficult emotions and situations. She recognizes that seeking change takes courage and positions herself as a supportive partner in that process. Treatment is shaped around the client’s unique circumstances, helping them move toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.

How Constance’s Approaches Translate to Online Therapy

Constance draws on client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy to guide online work. Client-centered therapy focuses on creating a respectful, empathic environment where the client’s own goals and resources shape the process; this approach supports people dealing with low self-esteem, relationship concerns, and life transitions by prioritizing their perspective and pace. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) emphasizes identifying unhelpful thought patterns and developing practical strategies to change behaviors and reactions; CBT is often used to address anxiety, depression, addictive behaviors, and sleep or eating difficulties.

Choosing the right approach is part of therapy, and Constance collaborates with each person to find what fits best. She tailors methods to match a client’s needs, goals and preferences, adjusting the balance of supportive, exploratory and skills-based work as progress unfolds.

Online sessions by video, phone, live chat or text-based messaging increase flexibility and accessibility, making it easier to fit therapy into busy lives or to continue work during transitions. These options allow licensed professionals to offer consistent, goal-oriented support while accommodating different communication styles and schedules.