Fariba Shahbakhti-Warrington , BACP

Fariba Shahbakhti-Warrington is a BACP-registered therapist based in the United Kingdom with three years of professional experience. She works with people facing a wide range of concerns, including stress and anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy issues, addictions, grief, parenting challenges, and difficulties related to life transitions. Fariba also supports clients dealing with domestic violence, self-harm, sexual assault and abuse, control issues, divorce and separation, and women's issues.

Her practice draws on well-established therapeutic approaches to tailor support to each person's needs. She integrates Attachment-Based perspectives, Client-Centered methods, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and other modalities to address patterns of thinking, emotional responses, and relationship dynamics. Fariba aims to create an accepting, nonjudgmental space where people can explore their experiences and build practical coping strategies.

Fariba offers therapy in English and Persian and is open to working with international clients. As a member of the BACP, she follows professional practice standards associated with that organisation. She is currently accepting new clients and provides sessions through multiple remote formats to accommodate different schedules and preferences.

Therapeutic approaches and flexible online support

Fariba uses Client-Centered Therapy to provide a warm, empathetic environment where the client’s own goals and experiences guide the work. This approach helps people who need a supportive space to explore feelings, build self-understanding, and strengthen personal resources. She also applies Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviours. CBT can be especially useful for addressing anxiety, depression, stress, and certain behavioural concerns by offering practical coping tools.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Fariba collaborates with each client to determine which methods fit best with their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as therapy progresses to ensure the work remains relevant and effective.

Online therapy with Fariba is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent support from licensed professionals and therapists without the need to travel, allowing clients to integrate therapy into their daily lives more smoothly.