It's Complicated

Habiba Samir

Counsellor

Available for new clients

I specialise in:

At a glance
Zürich, SwitzerlandAvailable online only
Usually responds within 8 hours

About me

I am a counsellor, from Egypt and based in Zürich. I’ve always cared about creating connections where people feel safe to explore their feelings.

I support/work with people dealing with a range of emotional and psychological challenges, including: -Low self-esteem – struggling with self-worth, confidence, or feeling “not good enough” -Stress and burnout – feeling overwhelmed, drained, or unable to cope -Relationship difficulties – whether with a partner, family, or friends -Trauma and difficult past experiences – including emotional neglect, or loss. -Life transitions – such as breakups, career changes, moving, or adjusting to a new culture -Identity and self-exploration – figuring out who you are, what you want, and what matters to you

I use Evidence-Based (proven) methods to help, and I truly believe everyone has the ability to heal and grow.

I speak:

EnglishArabic

Location:

Zürich, Switzerland

Approach

Treatment Approaches
CBT: Cognitive behavioural therapyRecommended for those looking for practical support and accountability to change unhelpful thinking and behaviors.
CounsellingRecommended for those who want to talk through their emotional challenges with a professional in a safe, supportive environment.
Schema therapyRecommended for those who want to break out of negative patterns or "schemas" that they developed early in life and keep repeating.

My therapeutic approach is integrative, combining Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), schema therapy, and insight-oriented methods. I adapt my work to each person's needs and goals, as each human is unique! I work with people in English-speaking and Arabic-speaking communities.

Depending on what brings you to counselling, we may focus on managing current difficulties, understanding past wounds, shifting long-standing patterns, or strengthening the ability to regulate emotions and maintain healthy relationships. Every person holds unique strengths, resilience, and inner power, which we work together to nurture and develop.

A core part of my work is helping people understand intense emotions like sadness, shame, guilt, fear, and anxiety—not just as painful experiences, but as meaningful signals. I believe that through awareness and self-compassion, people can begin to relate to their emotions differently and create space for healing and growth.

I aim to provide a non-judgmental, safe and empathetic presence. I value creating a therapeutic relationship where you feel safe to explore both struggles and strengths. Together, we work toward greater clarity, confidence, and a more fulfilling relationship with yourself and others.

Services

Intro Call

Free 20 min Online

Individual Session

CHF 110 50 min Online

Individual Session

Sliding scale
CHF 80 50 min Online

Insurances

Private Pay
At a glance
Zürich, SwitzerlandAvailable online only
Usually responds within 8 hours

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