- Client-centred
- Practical support
- UK based
About Zahava
Zahava Smith offers help for people facing stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief and the after-effects of trauma or abuse. She also supports people dealing with parenting pressures, career worries, low self-esteem and major life changes. Zahava uses a respectful and warm approach so conversations feel safe and paced to each person.
Zahava works in a way that puts the person in the lead. Sessions move at whatever speed feels right and the focus is shaped around the needs brought into the room. She aims to listen without judgement and to clarify what matters most to the individual.
Her background includes six years of professional practice in the United Kingdom. Zahava is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. That registration guides her commitment to ethical practice and continuing professional development.
In practical terms she tailors sessions and plans to each client. That can mean focusing on coping skills for anxiety, talking through relationship patterns like codependency, or processing grief and loss. Zahava supports people to recognise patterns and to try new ways of managing everyday stress.
People who work with her can expect straightforward language and a hands-on focus. Conversations aim to leave someone with clearer choices and small steps they can try between sessions. The therapist’s goal is to help people feel less stuck and more able to take steps toward change.
How client-centred work translates to online therapy
Client-Centred Therapy places the person’s experience at the heart of each session. The therapist listens closely, reflects what is said and follows the person’s lead to explore feelings and choices. This approach can help with anxiety, relationship patterns such as codependency, grief and the emotional impact of trauma. The therapist will work collaboratively to decide which ways of working suit you best. That process includes talking about goals, what feels most helpful in sessions and how to adapt the approach as needs change. Deciding together helps make sure the work stays relevant and practical. For online therapy specifically, please confirm the exact session formats before booking because the biography does not list them. Online counselling can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, cut travel time and allow check-ins from wherever you are. Some formats also suit shorter, more frequent check-ins while others allow for longer reflective work; the right choice depends on your aims and everyday schedule.Areas of expertise
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Experience
6+ years
Credentials
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Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What sorts of problems does she help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family worries, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting strain and life changes. Additional focus areas include body image, caregiver stress, codependency and feelings of isolation.
What is her counselling style like?
Her style is client-centred, meaning conversations are guided by what matters to the person. She keeps a respectful, paced approach and lets clients lead the session tempo.
How much experience does she have?
She has six years of professional practice working with a range of emotional and relational issues in the United Kingdom.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and is based in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with her if I live outside the UK?
International clients are accepted. Sessions are offered in English.
Which session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats, so please confirm current options before booking to ensure they suit your needs.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start working with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist’s availability.
Profile details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. Credential and registration rules differ between the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia.