Counselling in Leicester

Sometimes life can feel difficult and speaking to friends or family is not enough. I aim to create a safe therapeutic space that respects and embraces your individuality, enabling you to talk, feel and be yourself, without judgement. With my knowledge, skills and experience, I can help you process your feelings and gain a clearer understanding of your issues and deeper self-awareness. We can explore how your past experiences may be influencing your present. Whether it is navigating relationships, managing stress, or exploring identity, I will support you on your journey towards self-discovery, positive change and resilience.

Sometimes life can be confusing and lonely, even when surrounded by others. It can be really helpful to talk things through with someone who isn't emotionally involved in your life to see things in a different light. Often our childhood and past history can link to the relationships we have now and how we manage them. By exploring this together I can help you gain an understanding towards your relationships with others. and yourself. Having worked with children in an SEMH setting I also have a good understanding of how impactful it can be for them and their families in home/school environment.

I provide counselling to individuals with complex requirements as a fully qualified integrative psychotherapist. I have expertise working with clients who have a variety of issues, including self-harm, depression, anxiety and loss, relationship issues and breakups, PTSD, Autism, attachment issues, and child abuse. I have experience working with people who are also recovering addicts. Providing counselling in Urdu and Punjabi to clients has been my area of expertise, as I am a multilingual therapist.

If you are feeling overwhelmed with anxiety or having stress in your relationships, daily life can seem very hard. Low mood and sadness could leave you feeling lonely or even isolated. Perhaps you find yourself putting on a pretence that everything is okay, when the reality is very different. You might be unclear about what is troubling you. As an experienced counsellor, I provide affordable therapy in a confidential, safe environment, helping you make sense of how you’re feeling. Counselling can also give you practical ways of coping; I will work at your pace during sessions so that you feel truly heard and accepted, not judged.

My name is Abida and I am qualified Therapeutic counsellor. I believe in taking care of our mental health as well as taking care of our physical health. If you are experiencing difficulties in your life and strugging with issue such as stress, bereavement, anxiety ,domestic violence, relationship issues, I am here to provide a safe space for you to share your problems. I am a very calm and emphatic person and hold skills to provide professional help for you. Nobody needs to suffer in silence and to be alone in their difficult times.

I work as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner. I have experience assessing and assisting people with mental health conditions and hidden disabilities within their workplaces. I have specialist knowledge and experience in Personality Disorder, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy. I follow the BACP code of ethics. This means that I work with honesty, integrity, mission, and values. I offer Counselling and Psychotherapy on a short- and long-term basis using Person-centered therapeutic Approach. I work with Young People, Couple in Relationship, Families, Domestic Violence, SPIP.

Do you find it difficult to talk to family and friends about challenges or life struggles you are going through? Do you experience feelings of overwhelm, depression, abuse, trauma, grief, bereavement etc.? Do you wish you could speak to a qualified counsellor in a safe, confidential, non-judgemental space? I will help you look inside out and build your self-esteem, self-awareness, boldness, and confidence? As you begin your journey of self-healing and self-awareness. As a qualified registered counsellor, working together, I will support having a more profound understanding & renewed relationship with yourself.

In life’s ever-changing phases, therapy can provide a sanctuary to navigate and understand the impact of your experiences, emotions, and thoughts. Seeking a therapist is often the first step towards finding the support that you need. I strive to create a warm and compassionate space for us to explore how you relate to yourself, others, and the world. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, bereavement, abuse, trauma, and other life challenges, including feelings of shame or self-blame.

I specialise in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy focussing on Children, Adolescents and Adults. My experience has allowed me to help people who have suffered from a wide range of mental health conditions including eating disorders, self harm, substance abuse, gambling, depression, phobias and trauma.

You may be experiencing feelings that are challenging and would like to explore them in a safe, non-judgemental, and confidential space. Reaching out for support can be daunting and it takes courage to seek help that you may need. Counselling can give you the opportunity to work through these challenges that you may be facing at your pace. I am a person-centred qualified practitioner, with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) offering over 10 years’ experience working with young people and adults.I am fully insured and hold a DBS

I am a chartered psychologist (BPS & HCPC accredited). I have an extensive experience in providing assessments and treatment to adult, children and families. My practice is informed by Counselling, CBT, Psychodynamic, Person Centered, Existential, attachment and Systemic Family approaches. I also offer EMDR therapy for complex trauma. I have also been working as Expert Court Witness (BPS accredited) working within the area of family court and immigration. I also work with children and young persons using the principles of play therapy, psychodynamic and attachment theory. I use culturally sensitive approach with ethnic minorities.

Over 15 years experience of working with couples and individuals. I am passionate about helping people achieve their greatest potential recognising their strengths and weaknesses; moving towards a life where they can thrive. Training: Professional Diploma in Counselling awarded by the University of the West of England. Registered member of the BACP. My Approach As an Integrative Counsellor is to work collaboratively with clients and draw on different approaches to try to match client/couple needs. I am fluent in English, Urdu, Hindi & Punjabi.

Sometimes life can be tough and talking about the challenges and struggles we go through with our loved ones can be even more difficult and it can leave us feeling isolated and lonely. Asking for help is not easy and if you have not experienced counselling before you may find your self asking the question, do i need counselling? If you feel the need to gain insight and self awareness than counselling is a safe place for you to start your journey of self healing. We are living in the time of uncertainty and many of us are feeling stressed and anxious.It can be helpful to talk to a professional who can provide an outside perspective.

I am a Integrative Counsellor and have been practising since 2016. The approach I use means I work collaboratively, combining different therapeutic perspectives with the clients needs and experiences both past and present. The relationship between myself and a client will be one that is non judgemental, genuine, and a welcoming one, a space which is confidential and your voice can be heard and listened to. I have several years of experience of working with victims of domestic abuse, and hate crime. I offer a therapeutic space that is both sensitive and responsive to culture, religion, disability and sexuality.

Feelings and emotions are difficult to navigate, with the constant pressure of the uncertainty of life. Counselling a tool that can be accessed to help deal with feelings and emotions through talking; talking to someone without judgment while sharing your deepest thoughts and feelings.

I am a qualified Muslim Psycho therapeutic Counselor, Trainer, Life Coach , Marriage Counselor and a Clinical supervisor. We can all have times in our lives when we find things tough, we can feel overwhelmed and struggle to cope or we may feel dissatisfied with our lives. Whether you are seeking help as a couple or an individual, I can offer a safe and a non-judgmental space to share your thoughts, feelings, hopes and fears. I have over 15 years of experience in this field. My therapeutic approach takes into account how identity, culture, community, race and religion can influence and shape our sense of self.