Asian Therapists in Bradford
My name is Gurchehn, I am an accredited Counsellor/Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor. I offer therapy for anxiety, depression, low mood and relationship issues. I believe life can be a rollercoaster but within the challenges we face, we can have the ability to grow and develop. My background - I was born and raised in a traditional Punjabi household and have an understanding of cultural limitations. I found my passion supporting and empowering others whilst working as a case worker to support carers. I believe life can be a rollercoaster but within the challenges we face, we can have the ability to grow and develop.
My name is Gurchehn, I am an accredited Counsellor/Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor. I offer therapy for anxiety, depression, low mood and relationship issues. I believe life can be a rollercoaster but within the challenges we face, we can have the ability to grow and develop. My background - I was born and raised in a traditional Punjabi household and have an understanding of cultural limitations. I found my passion supporting and empowering others whilst working as a case worker to support carers. I believe life can be a rollercoaster but within the challenges we face, we can have the ability to grow and develop.
Having worked specifically with the south Asian community, I have an excellent understanding of the culture and customs.
Welcome to my profile, my name is Shamsa Aslam, and I am a qualified counsellor with experience of working with a diverse range of clients. In our sessions together, you will have a secure environment to express yourself openly, free from any judgment. Clients often bring forth an initial issue, but through our discussions, additional underlying concerns often emerge. Together, we can collaboratively unravel and understand any emotions and feelings that may be causing you stress and discomfort.
Having worked specifically with the south Asian community, I have an excellent understanding of the culture and customs.
Welcome to my profile, my name is Shamsa Aslam, and I am a qualified counsellor with experience of working with a diverse range of clients. In our sessions together, you will have a secure environment to express yourself openly, free from any judgment. Clients often bring forth an initial issue, but through our discussions, additional underlying concerns often emerge. Together, we can collaboratively unravel and understand any emotions and feelings that may be causing you stress and discomfort.
I am a Muslim marriage and relationship counsellor supporting individuals and couples who want to rebuild connection, navigate conflict, or heal from challenges in their relationships.
I am a Muslim marriage and relationship counsellor supporting individuals and couples who want to rebuild connection, navigate conflict, or heal from challenges in their relationships.
I provide affordable online therapy for Muslim and South Asian women navigating modern partner search and family expectations.
I am a female Muslim therapist and British Muslim psychotherapist offering modern, affordable therapy to women seeking culturally sensitive support. Based in East London, I work online with clients across London and the UK. As a modern Muslim therapist, I understand the realities of growing up between cultures. I support women with anxiety, self-criticism, family and relationship difficulties, marriage, divorce, parents and in-laws, identity issues and low self-esteem. I understand the impact of culture and family expectations on emotional wellbeing, particularly for second-generation British Muslim women.
I provide affordable online therapy for Muslim and South Asian women navigating modern partner search and family expectations.
I am a female Muslim therapist and British Muslim psychotherapist offering modern, affordable therapy to women seeking culturally sensitive support. Based in East London, I work online with clients across London and the UK. As a modern Muslim therapist, I understand the realities of growing up between cultures. I support women with anxiety, self-criticism, family and relationship difficulties, marriage, divorce, parents and in-laws, identity issues and low self-esteem. I understand the impact of culture and family expectations on emotional wellbeing, particularly for second-generation British Muslim women.
Hi, im Farzana. As a counselor, my goal is to create a safe and supportive environment where individuals can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment. I aim to empower my clients to tap into their inner strengths, develop self-awareness, and gain insight into their challenges. Through collaborative exploration and tailored interventions, my objective is to facilitate positive change, foster personal growth, and help clients achieve their goals. Ultimately, I strive to equip individuals with the tools and strategies they need to navigate life's complexities with resilience and authenticity.
Hi, im Farzana. As a counselor, my goal is to create a safe and supportive environment where individuals can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment. I aim to empower my clients to tap into their inner strengths, develop self-awareness, and gain insight into their challenges. Through collaborative exploration and tailored interventions, my objective is to facilitate positive change, foster personal growth, and help clients achieve their goals. Ultimately, I strive to equip individuals with the tools and strategies they need to navigate life's complexities with resilience and authenticity.
As your counsellor I will give you the time, space and environment to strive towards self understanding and growth. Life can feel overwhelming and isolating when enduring challenging times, so coming to therapy can provide you with a safe space, to process and understand your inner emotions and feelings. Therapy with me will support you to enhance self awareness, understanding and authenticity. Counselling is about making yourself a priority. The gym is for a healthy body and therapy is for a healthy mind. Please note- My services are for age 16+.
As your counsellor I will give you the time, space and environment to strive towards self understanding and growth. Life can feel overwhelming and isolating when enduring challenging times, so coming to therapy can provide you with a safe space, to process and understand your inner emotions and feelings. Therapy with me will support you to enhance self awareness, understanding and authenticity. Counselling is about making yourself a priority. The gym is for a healthy body and therapy is for a healthy mind. Please note- My services are for age 16+.
My ideal clients are individuals or couples who feel emotionally or relationally stuck, unsettled, or caught in painful patterns. They may be dealing with anxiety, shame, trauma, loss, intimacy difficulties, trust ruptures, family conflict, or repeated arguments that no longer feel workable. Often they come at a point of rupture or transition, or simply because something doesn’t feel right. They want greater clarity, emotional freedom, stronger boundaries, deeper understanding, and more satisfying ways of relating to themselves and others.
My ideal clients are individuals or couples who feel emotionally or relationally stuck, unsettled, or caught in painful patterns. They may be dealing with anxiety, shame, trauma, loss, intimacy difficulties, trust ruptures, family conflict, or repeated arguments that no longer feel workable. Often they come at a point of rupture or transition, or simply because something doesn’t feel right. They want greater clarity, emotional freedom, stronger boundaries, deeper understanding, and more satisfying ways of relating to themselves and others.
I offer you my heartfelt presence, warmth, and a judgement-free space for self exploration, healing, and growth. I am a psychotherapist who draws on different methods. I have previously worked in the NHS, and have specific training using ACT, psychodynamic and somatic approaches.
Grounded in the belief that we are mind, body, heart and soul, I support you in living true to your values, even through life’s challenges; exploring the roots of emotional distress in your relationships and experiences (past and present). Through my guided study of Islamic spirituality, I can bring holistic support through mercy and wisdom.
I offer you my heartfelt presence, warmth, and a judgement-free space for self exploration, healing, and growth. I am a psychotherapist who draws on different methods. I have previously worked in the NHS, and have specific training using ACT, psychodynamic and somatic approaches.
Grounded in the belief that we are mind, body, heart and soul, I support you in living true to your values, even through life’s challenges; exploring the roots of emotional distress in your relationships and experiences (past and present). Through my guided study of Islamic spirituality, I can bring holistic support through mercy and wisdom.
I believe seeking therapy is reaching for oneself when things don’t feel right. It’s an act of self-care and compassion and never a sign of weakness. Sometimes, we may know what is causing us to feel the way we are. It may be a change in circumstances, in a relationship or relationships, loss, money worries, health issues, difficult past traumatic experiences or any other life events that shake us off our balance. These issues can make us feel sad, depressed, anxious, angry, or confused. All these feelings can be explored and made sense of in the therapy space .
I believe seeking therapy is reaching for oneself when things don’t feel right. It’s an act of self-care and compassion and never a sign of weakness. Sometimes, we may know what is causing us to feel the way we are. It may be a change in circumstances, in a relationship or relationships, loss, money worries, health issues, difficult past traumatic experiences or any other life events that shake us off our balance. These issues can make us feel sad, depressed, anxious, angry, or confused. All these feelings can be explored and made sense of in the therapy space .
I support individuals who may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, or going through a difficult time in their lives. You might be struggling with your thoughts, relationships, or simply trying to make sense of how you’re feeling.
What brings people to counselling is often a sense that something isn’t quite right—and a desire for things to feel different.
In our work together, I offer a safe, supportive space where you can talk openly, gain clarity, and begin to move forward in a way that feels right for you.
If this resonates, you’re welcome to reach out.
I support individuals who may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, or going through a difficult time in their lives. You might be struggling with your thoughts, relationships, or simply trying to make sense of how you’re feeling.
What brings people to counselling is often a sense that something isn’t quite right—and a desire for things to feel different.
In our work together, I offer a safe, supportive space where you can talk openly, gain clarity, and begin to move forward in a way that feels right for you.
If this resonates, you’re welcome to reach out.
I am an experienced, BACP-registered Psychotherapist and former well-being advisor, offering a warm, supportive space for adults who may be struggling with anxiety, emotional overwhelm, trauma, difficult relationships, grief, self-harm, or the impact of serious illness such as cancer.
I have 16 years of experience supporting people through complex life experiences, including anxiety, loss, and the impact of past relationships.
My approach is person-centred, meaning I work alongside you at your pace, helping you make sense of your feelings and move towards greater stability and self-understanding, I also offer practical techniques.
I am an experienced, BACP-registered Psychotherapist and former well-being advisor, offering a warm, supportive space for adults who may be struggling with anxiety, emotional overwhelm, trauma, difficult relationships, grief, self-harm, or the impact of serious illness such as cancer.
I have 16 years of experience supporting people through complex life experiences, including anxiety, loss, and the impact of past relationships.
My approach is person-centred, meaning I work alongside you at your pace, helping you make sense of your feelings and move towards greater stability and self-understanding, I also offer practical techniques.
People turn to therapy in order to address the pain rooted in the past traumas. They opt for therapy when they feel unseen and unsupported. Once their instinctive needs to be seen and heard are fulfilled, people are able to revert to the Self. They are able to identify the negative self-perceptions and coping mechanisms that were adopted to be able to survive in a non supportive environment. Through therapy, people seek to empower themselves and take charge of their lives independently. I have frequently witnessed my clients experience deep healing with a holistic psychosomatic approach that is rooted in compassion.
People turn to therapy in order to address the pain rooted in the past traumas. They opt for therapy when they feel unseen and unsupported. Once their instinctive needs to be seen and heard are fulfilled, people are able to revert to the Self. They are able to identify the negative self-perceptions and coping mechanisms that were adopted to be able to survive in a non supportive environment. Through therapy, people seek to empower themselves and take charge of their lives independently. I have frequently witnessed my clients experience deep healing with a holistic psychosomatic approach that is rooted in compassion.
Hi, I’m Terence.
As a Counsellor and Therapist with a background in person-centred counselling, I provide a safe, non-judgemental space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. I support people with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, couples counselling, grief and bereavement, low self-esteem, trauma, stress, self-care, confidence, addictions, anger issues, and PTSD. Together, we can develop practical strategies to help you navigate challenges and move toward a more fulfilling life. Sessions are available face to face, online, or by phone, depending on what works best for you.
Hi, I’m Terence.
As a Counsellor and Therapist with a background in person-centred counselling, I provide a safe, non-judgemental space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. I support people with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, couples counselling, grief and bereavement, low self-esteem, trauma, stress, self-care, confidence, addictions, anger issues, and PTSD. Together, we can develop practical strategies to help you navigate challenges and move toward a more fulfilling life. Sessions are available face to face, online, or by phone, depending on what works best for you.
Mynd Care Psychotherapies offers individualised, goal orientated Psychotherapy services such as counselling, couple's therapy for depression, CBT and EMDR. We work with all anxiety disorders, PTSD and depression. We have a diverse group of staff that can cater for people from all diverse backgrounds. We particularly encourage you to come forward if you are seeking therapy that is culturally and religiously sensitive, as this is an area of expertise and experience with the staff at our service. We offer therapy un numerous languages!
Mynd Care Psychotherapies offers individualised, goal orientated Psychotherapy services such as counselling, couple's therapy for depression, CBT and EMDR. We work with all anxiety disorders, PTSD and depression. We have a diverse group of staff that can cater for people from all diverse backgrounds. We particularly encourage you to come forward if you are seeking therapy that is culturally and religiously sensitive, as this is an area of expertise and experience with the staff at our service. We offer therapy un numerous languages!
As an integrative counsellor, I draw on a number of modalities of counselling & CBT to support my clients. Acceptance without judgement and offering a safe and confidential space for my clients is at the core of my practice. I have helped clients from all backgrounds to manage; low mood, anxiety, depression and low self esteem. I work with both individual and couples therapy clients ( Accredited- Tavistock Relationships). I support clients facing relationship difficulties and those looking for help with loss / bereavement. I bring culturally sensitive awareness to all my work including the impact of identity, race & faith.
As an integrative counsellor, I draw on a number of modalities of counselling & CBT to support my clients. Acceptance without judgement and offering a safe and confidential space for my clients is at the core of my practice. I have helped clients from all backgrounds to manage; low mood, anxiety, depression and low self esteem. I work with both individual and couples therapy clients ( Accredited- Tavistock Relationships). I support clients facing relationship difficulties and those looking for help with loss / bereavement. I bring culturally sensitive awareness to all my work including the impact of identity, race & faith.
I was born and raised in multicultural societies all my life. Living in several different countries on 3 different continents (United Arab Emirates, Canada, Pakistan, Wales and England) has given me unique knowledge about culturally adapting therapy. It has also taught me to understand and work with many different kinds of people. I believe in building a strong therapeutic relationship with the client to create a safe and comfortable space to address and potentially alleviate psychological trauma. I have extensive experience adapting contemporary therapy and counselling and tailoring it to unique cultural nuances.
I was born and raised in multicultural societies all my life. Living in several different countries on 3 different continents (United Arab Emirates, Canada, Pakistan, Wales and England) has given me unique knowledge about culturally adapting therapy. It has also taught me to understand and work with many different kinds of people. I believe in building a strong therapeutic relationship with the client to create a safe and comfortable space to address and potentially alleviate psychological trauma. I have extensive experience adapting contemporary therapy and counselling and tailoring it to unique cultural nuances.
I offer a Professional Counselling and Psychotherapy Service. If you are searching for a Therapist then it is likely that you are feeling some kind of emotional distress, dissatisfaction, emptiness or a lack of purpose. From time to time virtually everyone will experience life events that cause significant distress. These events maybe recent or may have occurred many years ago. Counselling and Psychotherapy are not only helpful for big traumatic life events but can also be beneficial when you are feeling ‘stuck’ or at a ‘cross roads’ point in your life. I work with individuals and offer couples therapy.
I offer a Professional Counselling and Psychotherapy Service. If you are searching for a Therapist then it is likely that you are feeling some kind of emotional distress, dissatisfaction, emptiness or a lack of purpose. From time to time virtually everyone will experience life events that cause significant distress. These events maybe recent or may have occurred many years ago. Counselling and Psychotherapy are not only helpful for big traumatic life events but can also be beneficial when you are feeling ‘stuck’ or at a ‘cross roads’ point in your life. I work with individuals and offer couples therapy.
I see you, your story, your survival strategies, your values, and the meaning behind the way you have learned to protect yourself. Before I see your symptoms.
Hello, I’m Chris Espinelli, a Qualified Integrative Counsellor, MBACP, and Level 5 CBT Therapist.
I believe therapy begins with seeing the person before seeing the symptoms, the diagnosis, or the struggle. You are not simply “an anxious person”, “a people-pleaser”, “too sensitive”, “too emotional”, or “difficult”. Very often, the ways we think, feel, respond, protect ourselves, avoid conflict, overgiven, shut down or become overwhelmed.
I see you, your story, your survival strategies, your values, and the meaning behind the way you have learned to protect yourself. Before I see your symptoms.
Hello, I’m Chris Espinelli, a Qualified Integrative Counsellor, MBACP, and Level 5 CBT Therapist.
I believe therapy begins with seeing the person before seeing the symptoms, the diagnosis, or the struggle. You are not simply “an anxious person”, “a people-pleaser”, “too sensitive”, “too emotional”, or “difficult”. Very often, the ways we think, feel, respond, protect ourselves, avoid conflict, overgiven, shut down or become overwhelmed.
Hi, I’m Tayba, an integrative therapist blending trauma‑informed, relational therapy with embodied Mizan practice to heal mind, body & spirit.
I support women whose bodies and lives are carrying stories — of stress, trauma, reproductive health challenges, cultural expectation, or transition from marriage, divorce, to empty nesting, — and who are longing to feel more grounded, regulated and whole after the emotional impact of carrying too much for too long.
My practice blends evidence‑informed relational therapy with gentle somatic approaches to help you understand your internal world and reconnect with your body’s wisdom.
Hi, I’m Tayba, an integrative therapist blending trauma‑informed, relational therapy with embodied Mizan practice to heal mind, body & spirit.
I support women whose bodies and lives are carrying stories — of stress, trauma, reproductive health challenges, cultural expectation, or transition from marriage, divorce, to empty nesting, — and who are longing to feel more grounded, regulated and whole after the emotional impact of carrying too much for too long.
My practice blends evidence‑informed relational therapy with gentle somatic approaches to help you understand your internal world and reconnect with your body’s wisdom.
Sometimes, you may not know which psychotherapy modality is right for you. This is why my approach is flexible and can be tailored to your specific needs. If you're looking to understand your current or past experiences, or if you want to work on becoming the best version of yourself, I can help you on your journey. I often place a strong emphasis on the relationships you have with others or with yourself. At the heart of my practice lies my commitment to helping you feel better and reach your full potential.
Sometimes, you may not know which psychotherapy modality is right for you. This is why my approach is flexible and can be tailored to your specific needs. If you're looking to understand your current or past experiences, or if you want to work on becoming the best version of yourself, I can help you on your journey. I often place a strong emphasis on the relationships you have with others or with yourself. At the heart of my practice lies my commitment to helping you feel better and reach your full potential.
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FAQ - Asian Counselling
What can an Asian therapist help with?
An Asian therapist can help with the same concerns as any other therapist, including anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, stress, grief, and major life transitions. How an Asian therapist can make the experience feel different, however, is the possibility of shared cultural understanding. If you identify with a background such as Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Chinese, Japanese, or Korean, working with a therapist who shares or understands aspects of your culture may help you feel more comfortable opening up on such topics.
What role can language play in therapy?
Language can play an important role in therapy because people often express emotions, family dynamics, and personal experiences differently depending on the language they are speaking. For some individuals, working with a therapist who speaks their native language, whether it be Hindi, Punjabi, Mandarin, Cantonese, Japanese, Korean, or another language, may help sessions feel more natural and emotionally connected. Even if you are fluent in English, certain thoughts or feelings may still feel easier to communicate in your native language.
How can an Asian therapist support couples counselling or family therapy?
Cultural background can play an important role in couples counselling and family therapy, particularly when family expectations, communication styles, generational differences, or cultural traditions are influencing the relationship. An Asian therapist may help partners and family members navigate these topics with more cultural understanding and less need to explain the context behind them. For multicultural or multilingual families, a Asian therapist who is bilingual may also help ensure that each person feels heard and understood during sessions.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience with Asian clients?
If cultural background is important to you in therapy, it can be helpful to ask prospective therapists whether they have experience working with clients who share your cultural background or speak your preferred language. In initial conversations with potential therapists, you might also ask whether they have worked with clients experiencing concerns related to identity, intergenerational conflict, family expectations, or cultural stigma around mental health.
Who is included in Psychology Today’s directory of Asian therapists?
The directory of Asian therapists includes professionals who have shared their ethnicity in their profiles. Psychology Today uses this information to assist clients in finding a therapist who can provide a cultural match. However, not all therapists choose to disclose their ethnicity in their profiles, and they may not appear in search results for this reason; also, when the number of therapists identified as Asian is limited, the directory will also show therapists with comprehensive experience working with clients from relevant backgrounds.