Thank you so much for your willingness to help me with my addiction. I truly appreciate your openness and respectful approach. It means a lot to feel understood and supported during this difficult time.
Dr. Saifur Rahman, HCPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Saifur is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Saifur. View 24 reviews
- Great news, Saifur is accepting new clients!
- He is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in United Kingdom
- Accepts worldwide clients
Recent reviews
Dr Rahman helped me work through some issues that were not immediately visible to me, and did so in a kind and understanding way.
More about Saifur
- 5 years' experience
- Male
- HCPC
Transform Your Life with Clarity, Compassion, and Confidence
Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of how to move forward? Life's challenges can feel heavy, but they don’t have to define you. With the right support, you can overcome obstacles, rediscover your inner strength, and build the fulfilling life you deserve.
I’m Dr. Saifur Rahman, a licensed psychologist based in London, specialising in helping individuals create meaningful, lasting change. With a doctorate in counselling psychology and over a decade of experience spanning the NHS, private sector, and academia, I bring a unique blend of expertise and empathy to every session.
What Makes My Approach Different?
Simple Yet Transformative: I believe that growth doesn’t have to be complicated. My philosophy relies on simplicity.
Holistic Perspective: Whether you're facing depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, career challenges, or healing from trauma, I tailor my approach to your unique needs, ensuring every session is impactful.
Grounded in Expertise: As a university lecturer teaching future therapists and a practitioner in cutting-edge therapeutic methods like Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), I integrate the latest psychological insights into my work with clients.
Who I Help
I specialise in supporting individuals struggling with:
Depression and anxiety
Relationship issues (romantic, family, or workplace)
Career transitions and workplace stress
Healing from trauma and past pain
Personal growth and mindset transformation
Ready to Start Your Journey?
Change begins with a single step. Let me help you simplify your challenges and unlock your potential for growth, healing, and lasting happiness.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Existential Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
- HCPC · United Kingdom · PYL043351 · Expires May 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Dr. Saifur Rahman
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Thank you so much for your willingness to help me with my addiction. I truly appreciate your openness and respectful approach. It means a lot to feel understood and supported during this difficult time.
Dr Rahman helped me work through some issues that were not immediately visible to me, and did so in a kind and understanding way.
Very good therapist, he listens and try's to understand as best as he can.
Saif was very helpful and compassionate in helping me to understand better the deeper issues which I was unaware of. He helped me with good visualising of my problems and breaking them down into more simple and digestible chunks. I would definitely recommend him for anyone struggling to understand their feelings and problems.
Thank you for listening to my problems and share your energy as to understand me.. and helping me understand up to where I can go and what doesn’t depends on me.. Nice never feeling judged. Thank you
It was good to talk to someone about the problems I was facing in recent times. I got to know more about myself and my feelings. It was my first time receiving a therapy session and j was not sure what to expect. But it turned out pretty well in the end.
Saifur is an amazing therapist. He is able to create an environment where you can speak freely and feel comfortable, no matter how difficult the problem at hand. His approach to therapy guides you to make a decision you truly believe is right and he reassures you that you are able to face all the obstacles in your life. Within a few sessions of meeting me, he was able to understand my situation fully and he allowed me to rediscover memories I had locked away. He has helped me tremendously and I would definitely recommend that you give therapy with him a try! :)
Ty Saifur! It has been a pleasure working with you! Empathy and patience - those words describe Saifur as a professional. Thanks again!
I am very grateful to Saifur Rahman for his support. He continuously encouraged me to work on myself and helped me discover how to embrace the ups and downs of life.
Saif treats you like a complex human being, but always as a peer and never with lecturing or condescending interactions. Through questions and analogies, as well as very informative newsletters, he leads you to a place where you can find your answers. He has been incredibly helpful in our sessions and exceeded my expectations for the platform.
Quickly understands the problem and is able to provide really insightful feedback. I was able to find a new tool/ solution to a longstanding issue after a short amount of time working with Saif. Highly recommend. (edited)
Saifur is an incredible therapist. My main takeaway from our work together was learning about and developing compassion for myself and others. This has been hugely impactful to me and my struggles and I can honestly say I feel so much happier and most importantly at peace with myself - after just 4 sessions speaking with Saifur. Thankyou!
Saifur has been very useful for me, allowing me to work through my issues and providing insight to help keep me on track. Would highly recommend.
Saif is an extremely thoughtful and gentle person who also has good expertise in psychology. Not only does he listen but seems to have a great ability to understand quickly what I am going through and help me understand it myself in terms I can relate to and with actionable steps to move forward. I feel I am in good hands with Saif and am very grateful to have found him as a therapist.
He is an empathetic listener with a lot of knowledge. He helped me gain new insights, beyond the things that I was capable of researching myself using google, books, or scientific papers. He always seems absolutely engaged and willing to help. If you think you already know it all, talk to Saifur and he will add some more perspective.
Have had four sessions with Saifur so far. He is very easy to speak to, listens intently and leaves you with something to think about each session throughout the week. I have found these stay with you, and have begun to be used within certain situations I find difficult. His words of support have and will continue to help, forwhich I am very grateful (social anxiety can be like walking through molasses). Everyones journey is a personal one, I endevour to be mindful of that.
Saif has been amazing, he's helped me pinpoint certain aspects of my life that needed changing, started working on those things and gradually started feeling better. Would recommend him to anyone.
Saifur is fantastic. He helped me pinpoint the issues I was having and give me tools to work through them, and also asked all the right questions to allow me to reflect and find the answers I was looking for. He was very attentive and a very good listener, he is extremely empathetic and cares for his patients.
Saif is truly an amazing therapist to work with to understand and change yourself. He is non-judgemental, unassuming, helpful and asks the right questions. It’s clear that he is able to grasp the issue and ask the perfect questions to allow you to make the change within yourself. I feel safe, comfortable and relaxed to be open and explore my thoughts. I would recommend him to anyone!
Great person with a lot of passion for his profession
Saifur has been brilliant for me. In a short period of time he’s got a great understanding of my issues and mind set. He’s be able to help me address some past issues that I’ve struggled to even understand on my own.
Saifur was my first ever therapist and great reassured me coming into therapy for the first time, took the time to get to know me and my issues and quickly helped get to the heart of my issues to start to work through these together and was always supportive of me. If I had to come back for future counseling I would certainly seek his advice in future.
great support and very easy to follow and offers clear advice
Excellent so far
Frequently asked questions
Does Dr. Saifur Rahman offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dr. Saifur Rahman works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Dr. Saifur Rahman speak?
Dr. Saifur Rahman speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dr. Saifur Rahman have?
Dr. Saifur Rahman has 5 years of experience.
Where is Dr. Saifur Rahman licensed to practice?
Dr. Saifur Rahman is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.
Does Dr. Saifur Rahman accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?
Yes, Dr. Saifur Rahman accepts clients outside of the United Kingdom.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Dr. Saifur Rahman offer?
Dr. Saifur Rahman offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Dr. Saifur Rahman?
Dr. Saifur Rahman can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Dr. Saifur Rahman?
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