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Ayaz Akhtar, BACP

Compassionate UK psychotherapist for adults and adolescents
  • Adults and adolescents
  • Trauma and relationships
  • Flexible online sessions

About Ayaz Akhtar

Ayaz Akhtar is a psychotherapist licensed in the United Kingdom who works with both adults and adolescents to address a wide range of emotional and life challenges. He has experience supporting people facing depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, parenting concerns, career-related stress, OCD, and ADHD, and has worked with those who have experienced physical trauma, emotional abuse, or who have been diagnosed with personality disorders.

Ayaz practices with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, maintaining a nonjudgmental stance while supporting clients through change. He emphasizes collaboration and tailors conversations and treatment plans to each person's unique needs and goals, helping them build understanding and practical ways to move forward. Ayaz is a member of BACP, which is the professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom.

Seeking therapy is often a courageous first step, and Ayaz aims to offer steady support and encouragement throughout that process. He focuses on empowering people to make the changes they hope for and accompanies them through the therapeutic journey with patience and clarity.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyGriefParenting issuesAnger managementDepression

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseSleeping disordersSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesDependent personalityDissociationGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksSelf-harmYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Psychodynamic Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Ayaz Akhtar have?

Ayaz has 5 years of professional experience working with adults and adolescents on a variety of mental health and wellbeing concerns.

Is Ayaz Akhtar a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the BACP credential. BACP is the professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom.

In which languages does Ayaz Akhtar provide therapy?

Ayaz provides therapy in English.

Where is Ayaz Akhtar located?

Ayaz is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Ayaz Akhtar as my therapist?

You can work with Ayaz through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Ayaz Akhtar work with international clients?

Yes. Ayaz works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Ayaz Akhtar cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and Ayaz's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with Ayaz. Depending on his availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic approaches and online care with Ayaz Akhtar

Ayaz draws on Attachment-Based Therapy to help clients explore how early relationships affect current patterns of relating. This approach aims to increase awareness of attachment needs and to develop more secure ways of connecting, which can be helpful for relationship difficulties, abandonment concerns, and attachment issues.

He also uses Client-Centered Therapy, which focuses on providing an empathetic, nonjudgmental environment where the client leads the conversation. This approach supports self-exploration, self-esteem, and personal growth, and is often useful for depression, anxiety, and life transitions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Ayaz works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as therapy progresses.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit differing schedules and circumstances. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support from different locations, and choose the format that feels most comfortable for the individual while working with licensed professionals and therapists.

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