Yasmeen Desnavi, BACP
BACP counsellor for stress and relationships
- BACP member
- English and Urdu
- Evidence-based approaches
About Yasmeen Desnavi
Yasmeen Desnavi is a counsellor who combines formal training with practical experience to support people through stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, grief and low self-esteem. She holds BACP membership - a professional association for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom - and has a Bachelor’s Degree (Honours) in Psychology. Over three years of work in multinational organisations and community service have informed a flexible, evidence-informed approach that adapts to each client's needs.
Her therapeutic style draws on client-centered principles alongside structured methods such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused techniques, trauma-focused therapy and Internal Family Systems. This blend allows her to address immediate concerns while also exploring deeper patterns related to attachment, loss, identity and communication. Her practice covers depression and anxiety management, stress reduction, relationship and family counselling, grief support, and self-esteem and motivation work.
Yasmeen has particular experience supporting people affected by cancer through roles with Macmillan Cancer Support at Manchester Royal Infirmary and through Healthbox GP referrals, helping patients and their families navigate the emotional impact of illness. Fluent in English and Urdu, she offers therapy in the language that helps clients feel most understood. Others have described her as trustworthy, easy to talk to and deeply empathetic - qualities she brings into a non-judgmental therapeutic environment aimed at fostering resilience and practical, sustainable change.
Her therapeutic style draws on client-centered principles alongside structured methods such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused techniques, trauma-focused therapy and Internal Family Systems. This blend allows her to address immediate concerns while also exploring deeper patterns related to attachment, loss, identity and communication. Her practice covers depression and anxiety management, stress reduction, relationship and family counselling, grief support, and self-esteem and motivation work.
Yasmeen has particular experience supporting people affected by cancer through roles with Macmillan Cancer Support at Manchester Royal Infirmary and through Healthbox GP referrals, helping patients and their families navigate the emotional impact of illness. Fluent in English and Urdu, she offers therapy in the language that helps clients feel most understood. Others have described her as trustworthy, easy to talk to and deeply empathetic - qualities she brings into a non-judgmental therapeutic environment aimed at fostering resilience and practical, sustainable change.
Areas of Expertise
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Yasmeen Desnavi have?
Yasmeen Desnavi has three years of professional experience.
Is Yasmeen Desnavi a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds BACP membership, which indicates affiliation with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Yasmeen Desnavi provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English and Urdu.
Where is Yasmeen Desnavi located?
Yasmeen Desnavi is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Yasmeen Desnavi as my therapist?
You can work with Yasmeen Desnavi via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Yasmeen Desnavi work with international clients?
Yes, Yasmeen Desnavi works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Yasmeen Desnavi cost?
Costs can vary based on factors such as location and availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current pricing and plan details, please click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is straightforward: click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with a 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.
Could Remote Sessions Work for You?
Many people wonder whether online therapy can really make a difference. For a range of common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges and major life changes - online therapy can be as effective as traditional in-person sessions, offering practical ways to address emotional and interpersonal difficulties.One of the main advantages of remote therapy is flexibility. Clients can choose the mode of communication that suits their schedule and comfort level, whether that is video calls, phone sessions, live chat or in-app messaging. This adaptability often makes it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and to maintain consistent appointments.
Licensed professionals and therapists deliver care through these remote options, and clients are free to change therapists if they feel a different fit would be more helpful. Online therapy provides a convenient route to access trained clinicians and to continue therapeutic work across different circumstances and locations.