Constance Farahmand-Afshar, BACP

Constance Farahmand-Afshar is a United Kingdom based therapist with 4 years of professional experience and a BACP credential. BACP stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, the professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK. She has supported people facing stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, addiction and substance misuse, grief and loss, and the everyday challenges of coping with life changes. Her work also addresses motivation, self-esteem, and confidence, helping clients rebuild a sense of direction and resilience.

Constance approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, shaping conversations and care plans around the unique needs of the individual. She aims to tailor dialogue and treatment so that goals and strategies reflect what matters most to the client. Taking the first step toward a more fulfilling and happier life can feel daunting, and Constance offers steady support throughout that process. Her practice is collaborative and client-focused, guiding people through practical steps and reflective work to help them move forward with greater clarity and confidence.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Constance draws on Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Motivational Interviewing to guide online work. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a nonjudgmental, empathetic relationship where the client leads the pace and focus of sessions - it is helpful for building self-esteem, exploring emotions, and restoring a sense of agency. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, offering practical tools for anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented style that helps people clarify their motivations and strengthen commitment to change, which can be useful for addictions, behaviour change, and ambivalence about life decisions.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Constance works collaboratively with each client to determine the best fit based on individual needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts methods over time as progress and priorities evolve.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video calls, phone conversations, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to schedule support around work, family, and daily life. For many people, remote sessions increase accessibility and make it simpler to maintain continuity of care with registered professionals and therapists.