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Amal Saddawi, BACP

Amal Saddawi offers calm, practical support for people facing stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem and depression.

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About Amal

Amal Saddawi offers calm, practical support for people facing stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem and depression. She writes in a straightforward way and aims to make first steps feel manageable. Amal speaks English and Arabic and works with people across the United Kingdom and beyond.

Amal uses clear, goal-focused conversations to help clients understand what they are feeling. She adapts the approach to each person rather than following one fixed method.

Background and approach

Sessions focus on small, realistic steps that build confidence and reduce overwhelm. Over 15 years Amal has worked with many common life struggles such as communication problems, control issues, divorce and separation, substance concerns, and feelings of guilt or shame. She also offers support for immigration-related stresses, loneliness, and questions about purpose and identity.

Her way of working is respectful and sensitive. Amal listens without judgement and helps people make choices that match their values. She encourages practical exercises between sessions to try new ways of coping and relating.

Amal believes taking the first step takes courage. She aims to empower people to make lasting changes at a pace they can manage. If someone needs a steady, compassionate counsellor who offers both practical tools and emotional support, Amal provides that blend.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	409948	May 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

Cost Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Amal lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Ways of working Amal names

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Approaches that shape online sessions

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and then take small actions that match their values. It can be useful for anxiety, low mood and issues around life purpose. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, or EMDR, is used to reduce the intensity of distress linked to past traumatic memories by using guided processing during sessions. It is often chosen for trauma and abuse work. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings and behaviours interact and teaches practical skills to shift unhelpful patterns, which can help with anxiety, depression and obsessive thinking.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Amal will discuss options and help decide which methods fit a person's goals, needs and preferences. This is a collaborative process and plans can change as therapy progresses to match what helps most.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video calls are good for face-to-face conversation when time allows. Phone sessions need less bandwidth and can fit a short break in a busy day. Live chat and messaging let people check in more flexibly and use written exercises between sessions. These options make therapy easier to fit around work, travel or family commitments and help people keep momentum with regular contact.

Frequently asked

What concerns does Amal focus on?

She supports people with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self-esteem concerns and depression, plus related areas such as addiction, hoarding and OCD.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Her style is respectful and down-to-earth. Sessions are conversational and focused on practical steps that fit each person's life.

How much experience does she have?

Amal has 15 years of professional experience working with a wide range of emotional and life difficulties.

What credentials and location are listed?

She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, shown as BACP, and is based in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English and Arabic, and she accepts international clients who can work in those languages.

What session formats are available?

Amal offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different schedules and needs.

How are sessions charged?

Cost varies with location and therapist arrangements; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.