Hazel Banda, BACP
Hazel Banda brings 16 years of professional experience in the United Kingdom to her counselling practice.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and Abuse
- +3 more
About Hazel
Hazel Banda brings 16 years of professional experience in the United Kingdom to her counselling practice. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, self-esteem struggles and depression. Hazel emphasises that each person knows their own story and already has strengths to draw on.
She aims to offer steady support while clients take the first steps toward change. Hazel helps people sort through overwhelming feelings and make practical decisions.
Background and approach
She uses straightforward conversation to identify what is causing distress now and what patterns keep recurring. Sessions focus on small, manageable steps so progress feels achievable rather than overwhelming. She also pays attention to attachment and abandonment issues that can shape how people relate to others.
Caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain are other areas Hazel helps clients navigate with patience and realism. She will talk through communication problems, control issues and the emotions that follow divorce or separation. Topics such as guilt, shame, forgiveness and loneliness are approached without judgement.
Hazel supports people exploring sexuality, life purpose and developing more self-love. Panic attacks and panic disorder are also within her scope of work. Hazel is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.
Sessions are offered in English and are available by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging. To begin, a short matching questionnaire is completed and sessions are scheduled according to the therapist's availability.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 76402 | September 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Hazel works with
Everything Hazel lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Narcissism
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Self-love
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
Online support
Finding the right way of working is a collaborative process. Hazel will discuss different approaches and help decide which methods fit a person's goals, needs and preferences. That choice may change over time as progress is made and priorities shift.
Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different lifestyles. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation; phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a quieter check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging suit shorter check-ins or people who prefer typing to speaking. These options make therapy more flexible and help people fit support around work, caregiving and daily life.
Frequently asked
What kinds of problems does Hazel help with?
Hazel works with stress, anxiety, relationship strains, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem and depression. She also helps with issues such as abandonment, attachment concerns and caregiver stress.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her approach is practical and conversational, focusing on small steps and clear goals. She encourages people to use their own strengths while offering support and direction.
What background and experience does she have?
Hazel has 16 years of professional experience working with a wide range of emotional and relational issues. That experience informs a calm and realistic way of working with clients.
What credentials does she hold and where is she based?
Hazel is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and practices from the United Kingdom.
Which languages and client regions are supported?
Sessions are offered in English. She does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
People can work with Hazel by video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging. These choices make it easier to fit therapy into different schedules and needs.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with Hazel?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. You can then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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