Saiyada Tahir

My hours are flexible so please enquire or use the booking system on my website:

www.solvananaturetherapy.co.uk for either counselling or forest bathing sessions.

Prior to qualifying as a counsellor and psychotherapist, I completed my masters in psychology specialising in anxiety. 

I take a practical, evidence-based approach to helping clients understand their anxiety within the context of their personality, environment, and lifestyle. By gaining this deeper insight, we can then focus on developing effective strategies to manage anxiety and cultivate a more balanced, fulfilling life.

I do not work in a traditional framework of therapy insisting on a long term commitment. Neither does there need to be a weekly commitment as I understand financial and time constraints. If I feel a consistent initial 6 week period would be helpful I will let you know and we will discuss but I will always consider what would work best for you.

"In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks." John Muir

I am also a trained nature therapist and Forest Bathing guide. 

Shinrin-Yoku is a Japanese word which translates as 'Forest shower' or 'Forest Bath.' It refers to an experience in nature which is totally immersive, so using all of our senses to connect with nature. Forest bathing was developed in response to major health and stress problems within the urban Japanese population.

In our current busy lifestyles, our nervous systems can be inconstant stand by, triggering our survival responses. Now, more than ever in addition to talking therapy, we need physical tools to heal and nature is a powerful healer.

Forest Bathing has been shown to lower stress hormones adrenalin and cortisol, regulate breathing and decrease insomnia and blood pressure. Using psychometric testing, anxiety, depression, anger, fatigue and confusion were also reduced. 

Through guided activities, a forest bathing session is an excellent tool for psychological relaxation and to address any anxiety issues.

I work on a short term focused basis. After 6 weeks we will review. After that you are welcome to book top up sessions as and when needed. 

Forest bathing sessions are bookable via my website www.solvananature therapy.co.uk

Sessions can be individual or you can book as a group of 2 or more.

At the first counselling session, I will aim to understand any challenges past and present and any tools/strategies you already utilise in order to move forward.

For the first forest bathing session we will meet 10 minutes earlier so you can ask any questions and we can have a chat before the start of the activity.