- Stress and anxiety
- Practical coping skills
- Values-based goals
About S
S M M A Sayem is an AASW social worker who helps people manage stress, anxiety, low mood and relationship difficulties. He speaks English, Bengali and Hindi and works with individuals who want practical strategies for daily life. Sayem aims to make first steps feel manageable and straightforward.
He draws on nine years of practice to tailor simple, doable plans. Sessions often focus on small behavioural changes such as activity scheduling, sleep hygiene and relaxation techniques. He also uses mindfulness and behavioural activation to help lift mood and build steady routines.
Sayem offers focused help for substance and alcohol misuse, including relapse prevention ideas. He supports people facing parenting pressures, career transitions, grief and the long-term effects of trauma and abuse. He also works with people dealing with self‑esteem, motivation and emotional regulation struggles.
His style is collaborative and client-centred. He listens first, then helps set clear steps that fit everyday life. Expect practical skill-building alongside conversations about meaning and values.
In sessions he uses elements from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy and attachment-informed work. The aim is to combine short-term coping skills with longer-term changes so clients can manage setbacks and pursue valued goals.
He draws on nine years of practice to tailor simple, doable plans. Sessions often focus on small behavioural changes such as activity scheduling, sleep hygiene and relaxation techniques. He also uses mindfulness and behavioural activation to help lift mood and build steady routines.
Sayem offers focused help for substance and alcohol misuse, including relapse prevention ideas. He supports people facing parenting pressures, career transitions, grief and the long-term effects of trauma and abuse. He also works with people dealing with self‑esteem, motivation and emotional regulation struggles.
His style is collaborative and client-centred. He listens first, then helps set clear steps that fit everyday life. Expect practical skill-building alongside conversations about meaning and values.
In sessions he uses elements from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy and attachment-informed work. The aim is to combine short-term coping skills with longer-term changes so clients can manage setbacks and pursue valued goals.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsGriefEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyEye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Imago Relationship TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapySomatic TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family SystemsSystemic Therapy
Experience
9+ years
Credentials
AASW · Australia
Languages
English, Bengali, Hindi
How his approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and taking small, committed actions toward them. It helps with decisions, meaning and coping when feelings are overwhelming. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at practical changes in thoughts and actions, using techniques like activity scheduling and behavioural activation to lift mood and reduce avoidance. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance and clearer communication in tense moments.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, try approaches that fit the client's needs, and adjust based on what helps most. This collaborative process means clients can shape sessions around what feels useful and realistic.
Session options are not listed in the biography, so confirm available formats before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also supports steady practice of home-based tools such as activity plans, sleep routines and mindfulness exercises while keeping the focus on practical changes that matter in everyday life.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Sayem commonly help with?
He works with people experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, parenting strain, grief, addiction concerns and self-esteem problems.
What is his therapeutic style like?
His approach is collaborative and client-centred, focusing on listening first and then building practical steps that fit daily life.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has nine years of professional experience as a mental health social worker.
What credentials and region are listed?
He is accredited by the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) and practises in Australia.
Which languages can sessions be held in?
Sessions are offered in English, Bengali and Hindi.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified in this biography; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.