South Asian Therapists in Guildford
I'm Andrea and I help adults facing depression, anxiety, low self-esteem and confidence issues. My counselling practice helps clients increase self-awareness, build resilience, and make positive changes for a more purposeful and enjoyable life.
Before opening my Private Practice, I spent 17 years assisting people in the corporate sector with mental health concerns like burnout, relationship issues, illness, and work-life balance.
I'm Andrea and I help adults facing depression, anxiety, low self-esteem and confidence issues. My counselling practice helps clients increase self-awareness, build resilience, and make positive changes for a more purposeful and enjoyable life.
Before opening my Private Practice, I spent 17 years assisting people in the corporate sector with mental health concerns like burnout, relationship issues, illness, and work-life balance.
Hello there. I'm Zoe, a dedicated therapist specialising in trauma, ADHD, BPD/EUPD and narcissistic abuse. With profound empathy and extensive experience, I provide a safe and compassionate space for healing and recovery. My aim is to provide high quality therapy to all of my clients, with a deep appreciation for the uniqueness of each individual's experiences. For some, a therapist is a companion through the challenges of daily life, while others might be looking to face challenges of the past. If you're in search of unwavering guidance and support, free from judgment, I encourage you to reach out.
Hello there. I'm Zoe, a dedicated therapist specialising in trauma, ADHD, BPD/EUPD and narcissistic abuse. With profound empathy and extensive experience, I provide a safe and compassionate space for healing and recovery. My aim is to provide high quality therapy to all of my clients, with a deep appreciation for the uniqueness of each individual's experiences. For some, a therapist is a companion through the challenges of daily life, while others might be looking to face challenges of the past. If you're in search of unwavering guidance and support, free from judgment, I encourage you to reach out.
Struggling with anxiety, low mood, self-doubt or difficult experiences? You don't have to manage it alone.
I am a BABCP-accredited CBT Therapist and Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with 13+ years’ NHS and private-sector experience. I provide evidence-based CBT for anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, panic and low self-esteem.
I offer face-to-face therapy in Surrey and London, plus online sessions, in English, Tamil, Hindi, Urdu, Kannada and Malayalam.
Struggling with anxiety, low mood, self-doubt or difficult experiences? You don't have to manage it alone.
I am a BABCP-accredited CBT Therapist and Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with 13+ years’ NHS and private-sector experience. I provide evidence-based CBT for anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, panic and low self-esteem.
I offer face-to-face therapy in Surrey and London, plus online sessions, in English, Tamil, Hindi, Urdu, Kannada and Malayalam.
I’m especially committed to supporting people from ethnic minority and South Asian communities.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or finding it difficult to navigate life’s challenges? I’m a fully qualified Chartered Psychologist (HCPC & BPS registered) with extensive experience supporting adults, young people, and families across a wide range of emotional and psychological difficulties in both NHS and community settings. In addition to therapy, I offer clinical supervision for trainees and students, with a collaborative and reflective style that supports professional growth. Concessionary rates are available for those in training.
I’m especially committed to supporting people from ethnic minority and South Asian communities.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or finding it difficult to navigate life’s challenges? I’m a fully qualified Chartered Psychologist (HCPC & BPS registered) with extensive experience supporting adults, young people, and families across a wide range of emotional and psychological difficulties in both NHS and community settings. In addition to therapy, I offer clinical supervision for trainees and students, with a collaborative and reflective style that supports professional growth. Concessionary rates are available for those in training.
Hello, my name is Gagan. I want to support you on your therapy journey. My approach will enable you to share and explore parts of your identity and difficult or traumatic life experiences. Alongside my expertise in working with common mental health difficulties, I have a special interest in helping people talk about areas such as relationships, sex, sexuality, race, and culture.
Hello, my name is Gagan. I want to support you on your therapy journey. My approach will enable you to share and explore parts of your identity and difficult or traumatic life experiences. Alongside my expertise in working with common mental health difficulties, I have a special interest in helping people talk about areas such as relationships, sex, sexuality, race, and culture.
Hello, I am Dr Ruchi Bakshi a Clinical Psychologist. I work at Riverside Psychology Marlow in Buckinghamshire and also offer remote appointments. I have over ten years experience working as a Clinical Psychologist in the public and private sector. I specialise in women’s health, emotional wellbeing and the perinatal period as well as child, parent and family work. I offer evidence based Psychological therapy working in an integrative and holistic way to support you in your health and emotional well-being.
Hello, I am Dr Ruchi Bakshi a Clinical Psychologist. I work at Riverside Psychology Marlow in Buckinghamshire and also offer remote appointments. I have over ten years experience working as a Clinical Psychologist in the public and private sector. I specialise in women’s health, emotional wellbeing and the perinatal period as well as child, parent and family work. I offer evidence based Psychological therapy working in an integrative and holistic way to support you in your health and emotional well-being.
If you're struggling with your mental health, please know that you don't have to suffer alone. You might be carrying anxiety, low mood or the weight of past experiences impacting you now. Perhaps you're going through relationship problems or a life transition, or questioning your identity and what you truly value. Maybe you've noticed you have low self-esteem and struggle to set boundaries. However it shows up for you, it's totally valid! I offer a compassionate non-judgmental space that's genuinely yours: honest, unhurried, and built around understanding what you've been through and helping you to move forward with confidence.
If you're struggling with your mental health, please know that you don't have to suffer alone. You might be carrying anxiety, low mood or the weight of past experiences impacting you now. Perhaps you're going through relationship problems or a life transition, or questioning your identity and what you truly value. Maybe you've noticed you have low self-esteem and struggle to set boundaries. However it shows up for you, it's totally valid! I offer a compassionate non-judgmental space that's genuinely yours: honest, unhurried, and built around understanding what you've been through and helping you to move forward with confidence.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or simply need someone to talk to? At Bravecore Counselling CIC, we understand that reaching out can be a big step, and we're here to make it easy and comfortable as possible for you. We understand that everyone deserves access to high-quality support, that’s affordable. That's why we're proud to offer affordable online counselling services tailored to your unique needs. From the comfort and privacy of your own space, you can connect with our compassionate and experienced counsellors. Imagine feeling heard, understood and empowered to navigate life's challenges. CLICK "WEBSITE" to BOOK.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or simply need someone to talk to? At Bravecore Counselling CIC, we understand that reaching out can be a big step, and we're here to make it easy and comfortable as possible for you. We understand that everyone deserves access to high-quality support, that’s affordable. That's why we're proud to offer affordable online counselling services tailored to your unique needs. From the comfort and privacy of your own space, you can connect with our compassionate and experienced counsellors. Imagine feeling heard, understood and empowered to navigate life's challenges. CLICK "WEBSITE" to BOOK.
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Are you navigating a period where life no longer feels familiar, after loss, separation, relocation, illness, or a major life transition? Perhaps you’ve been holding everything together for a long time, yet quietly feel unmoored, uncertain, or unlike yourself.
You don’t have to face this period of change alone.
I work with adults facing significant change who want a calm, thoughtful space to make sense of what has shifted. Many of the people I support are capable, reflective individuals who find themselves at an unexpected crossroads — grieving not only what has been lost, but questioning who they are now and how to move forward.
Are you navigating a period where life no longer feels familiar, after loss, separation, relocation, illness, or a major life transition? Perhaps you’ve been holding everything together for a long time, yet quietly feel unmoored, uncertain, or unlike yourself.
You don’t have to face this period of change alone.
I work with adults facing significant change who want a calm, thoughtful space to make sense of what has shifted. Many of the people I support are capable, reflective individuals who find themselves at an unexpected crossroads — grieving not only what has been lost, but questioning who they are now and how to move forward.
Let's Talk... Therapy gives you the opportunity to explore how life is for you, how you feel about it and how you react during certain situations, all with the aim of finding solutions that work for you. My aim is to provide a confidential, non-judgemental and accepting environment where I can help you explore your issues no matter what they are. Unresolved issues can cause great unhappiness and therapy can help to unlock suppressed feelings and emotions.
Let's Talk... Therapy gives you the opportunity to explore how life is for you, how you feel about it and how you react during certain situations, all with the aim of finding solutions that work for you. My aim is to provide a confidential, non-judgemental and accepting environment where I can help you explore your issues no matter what they are. Unresolved issues can cause great unhappiness and therapy can help to unlock suppressed feelings and emotions.
At the heart of our philosophy is the belief that psychological and emotional difficulties are often our response to the challenges we face every day. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, worry, anger or low mood, we know that there is a good reason to feel that way, and an even better one to change it. Our therapists are qualified and highly skilled clinical or counselling psychologists, and psychotherapists. They all hold membership with professional bodies such as HCPC and BACP covering a wealth of experience working with different issues. They adhere to the highest professional and ethical standards.
At the heart of our philosophy is the belief that psychological and emotional difficulties are often our response to the challenges we face every day. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, worry, anger or low mood, we know that there is a good reason to feel that way, and an even better one to change it. Our therapists are qualified and highly skilled clinical or counselling psychologists, and psychotherapists. They all hold membership with professional bodies such as HCPC and BACP covering a wealth of experience working with different issues. They adhere to the highest professional and ethical standards.
I'm a clinical psychologist with 10+ years of experience of working in the NHS & private practice with individuals, couples and groups. I have extensive experience working with depression, anxiety, panic attacks, body image, relationship struggles, family strain, shame, low self-esteem, self-criticism, trauma, and life transitions. My special interest and expertise is in gender, sexuality, relationship diversity, ADHD, and Equity Diversity & Inclusion. I also take a trauma informed and neuro-affirmative approach and address the impact of differences and intersectional identities on relationships and wellbeing.
I'm a clinical psychologist with 10+ years of experience of working in the NHS & private practice with individuals, couples and groups. I have extensive experience working with depression, anxiety, panic attacks, body image, relationship struggles, family strain, shame, low self-esteem, self-criticism, trauma, and life transitions. My special interest and expertise is in gender, sexuality, relationship diversity, ADHD, and Equity Diversity & Inclusion. I also take a trauma informed and neuro-affirmative approach and address the impact of differences and intersectional identities on relationships and wellbeing.
I help clients change how they understand and respond to difficulties. I have over 12 years’ experience and support clients with anxiety, depression and long-standing patterns that affect wellbeing, relationships and everyday functioning. I also support those affected by addiction (personally or within family systems), perinatal and postnatal difficulties, bereavement and cultural or family-related stress. As an integrative therapist I work using CBT, psychodynamic, Schema Therapy and IFS, tailoring the approach to best meet my clients needs.
I help clients change how they understand and respond to difficulties. I have over 12 years’ experience and support clients with anxiety, depression and long-standing patterns that affect wellbeing, relationships and everyday functioning. I also support those affected by addiction (personally or within family systems), perinatal and postnatal difficulties, bereavement and cultural or family-related stress. As an integrative therapist I work using CBT, psychodynamic, Schema Therapy and IFS, tailoring the approach to best meet my clients needs.
Welcome! I am a British Asian committed psychotherapist and supervisor working for many years across all ages. My training and experience enable me to work with varied issues including complex trauma and in many different ways, finding the best approach for you. I have been delivering training to organisations and therapists and have been a member of an Associate Parliamentary Group on children in care and delivered a presentation at the House of Lords. Many people come with underlying childhood issues including abuse and some like to work with someone that has an understanding of the impact of racism, culture and identity.
Welcome! I am a British Asian committed psychotherapist and supervisor working for many years across all ages. My training and experience enable me to work with varied issues including complex trauma and in many different ways, finding the best approach for you. I have been delivering training to organisations and therapists and have been a member of an Associate Parliamentary Group on children in care and delivered a presentation at the House of Lords. Many people come with underlying childhood issues including abuse and some like to work with someone that has an understanding of the impact of racism, culture and identity.
Hello, I am a Muslim Counsellor and Registered BACP Member experienced in working across diverse cultural backgrounds. I understand that life can sometimes be challenging, with its setbacks, traumas, losses, and failings, our life experiences can impact us in several ways. As a Relational counsellor, I provide a safe, and confidential space, where your experiences, thoughts and feelings can be voiced, heard and explored enabling you to make sense of your experiences. A warm, welcoming and non-judgemental approach will enable you to reflect on the difficulties you are experiencing and empower you to explore these at depth.
Hello, I am a Muslim Counsellor and Registered BACP Member experienced in working across diverse cultural backgrounds. I understand that life can sometimes be challenging, with its setbacks, traumas, losses, and failings, our life experiences can impact us in several ways. As a Relational counsellor, I provide a safe, and confidential space, where your experiences, thoughts and feelings can be voiced, heard and explored enabling you to make sense of your experiences. A warm, welcoming and non-judgemental approach will enable you to reflect on the difficulties you are experiencing and empower you to explore these at depth.
Expressing our vulnerabilities can be risky especially if we feel our society is too quick to judge or misunderstand our personal experience(s). I completed my undergraduate studies at King’s College London and my postgraduate and doctoral studies at the University of Surrey. I am able to work using a number of approaches including humanistic, psychodynamic, cognitive behavioural, integrative and EMDR approaches. I currently offer individual therapy online. I can offer a free 15 minute consultation where we can discuss what you want to work on and whether you feel we could work together to achieve your goals.
Expressing our vulnerabilities can be risky especially if we feel our society is too quick to judge or misunderstand our personal experience(s). I completed my undergraduate studies at King’s College London and my postgraduate and doctoral studies at the University of Surrey. I am able to work using a number of approaches including humanistic, psychodynamic, cognitive behavioural, integrative and EMDR approaches. I currently offer individual therapy online. I can offer a free 15 minute consultation where we can discuss what you want to work on and whether you feel we could work together to achieve your goals.
I offer low-cost therapy and coaching to those who may struggle to afford full fees, working within a depth psychological framework incorporating body, feelings and mind as well as deeper aspects such as meaning, purpose and values. I find this allows me to identify the root causes of any issue quickly. I am understanding and sincere, but also challenging in that I care deeply about your wellbeing, experience and possibilities as a human being. I also offer low-cost coaching, bringing my experience from a career as a lawyer and professional in the Real Estate industry, working with professional, career, relationship and life issues.
I offer low-cost therapy and coaching to those who may struggle to afford full fees, working within a depth psychological framework incorporating body, feelings and mind as well as deeper aspects such as meaning, purpose and values. I find this allows me to identify the root causes of any issue quickly. I am understanding and sincere, but also challenging in that I care deeply about your wellbeing, experience and possibilities as a human being. I also offer low-cost coaching, bringing my experience from a career as a lawyer and professional in the Real Estate industry, working with professional, career, relationship and life issues.
In therapy, I aim to provide a safe and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly about the challenges you may be facing – whether that’s anxiety, depression, self-criticism, relationship difficulties, or the aftermath of trauma. Together, we’ll explore your experiences with curiosity and compassion, helping you understand both what may have triggered these difficulties and what keeps them feeling stuck. We will also work towards meaningful goals that help you overcome these difficulties. In doing so, I hope to help you reconnect with your sense of agency and resilience, and with the important things you value in life.
In therapy, I aim to provide a safe and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly about the challenges you may be facing – whether that’s anxiety, depression, self-criticism, relationship difficulties, or the aftermath of trauma. Together, we’ll explore your experiences with curiosity and compassion, helping you understand both what may have triggered these difficulties and what keeps them feeling stuck. We will also work towards meaningful goals that help you overcome these difficulties. In doing so, I hope to help you reconnect with your sense of agency and resilience, and with the important things you value in life.
I offer support to individuals as they navigate life’s demands. You may be experiencing significant changes, or perhaps you feel stuck, exhausted, or uncertain about your next steps. It could be that you are in a relationship that is not meeting your hopes, or you find yourself questioning why relationships do not seem to work out as you had wished.
You might be grappling with loss, whether personal or professional, or facing difficulties in your relationships with family members, friends, or colleagues at work.
There are times when it is hard to pinpoint exactly what you are feeling, yet you recognise that something is amiss.
I offer support to individuals as they navigate life’s demands. You may be experiencing significant changes, or perhaps you feel stuck, exhausted, or uncertain about your next steps. It could be that you are in a relationship that is not meeting your hopes, or you find yourself questioning why relationships do not seem to work out as you had wished.
You might be grappling with loss, whether personal or professional, or facing difficulties in your relationships with family members, friends, or colleagues at work.
There are times when it is hard to pinpoint exactly what you are feeling, yet you recognise that something is amiss.
I am the founder of Serene Lifestyles, an online psychotherapy practice. I am accepting new clients and offering virtual appointments. I help people feel less anxiety or stress by transforming their mind to build confidence and self-esteem, so they feel amazing in their professional and personal relationships. I am passionate about helping people with their mental and emotional well-being.
I am the founder of Serene Lifestyles, an online psychotherapy practice. I am accepting new clients and offering virtual appointments. I help people feel less anxiety or stress by transforming their mind to build confidence and self-esteem, so they feel amazing in their professional and personal relationships. I am passionate about helping people with their mental and emotional well-being.
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- Esher
- Feltham
- Hampton
- Kingston upon Thames
- Leatherhead
- New Malden
- Teddington
- Virginia Water
- Weybridge
- Windsor
- Woking
FAQ - South Asian Counselling
What are the advantages of seeing a South Asian therapist?
Mental health care is most effective when you feel safe, understood, and respected. If you identify with a South Asian background, such as Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Sri Lankan, or Nepali, working with a therapist who shares or understands your cultural background can make a meaningful difference. A South Asian therapist may offer a deeper understanding of cultural norms, family dynamics, religious beliefs, migration experiences, and the stigma that may surround mental health in some South Asian communities. This shared cultural framework can make it easier to build trust, reduce the need to explain cultural context, and focus more directly on healing. South Asian therapists may also speak multiple languages, such as Hindi, which can be especially helpful for clients who feel more comfortable expressing themselves in their native language or wish to include family members in sessions.
What specialisations do South Asian therapists have?
South Asian therapists in the UK may have expertise across a wide range of mental health concerns. Many support clients on issues related to identity, bicultural stress, migration, and the experience of balancing South Asian cultural norms with life in the UK. Common areas of focus may include family and relationship challenges, cultural pressures around education or career paths, gender roles, marriage, caregiving, and religion. South Asian therapists may also support couples counselling and family therapy, particularly when cultural background shapes topics like relationship roles, communication, or parenting. For some couples and families, seeing a South Asian therapist who understands cultural dynamics around partner and family relationships can make therapy feel more natural and facilitate open discussion.
How do I find a South Asian therapist in the UK?
The Psychology Today Therapist Directory allows you to search for therapists by cultural background, languages spoken, and areas of specialisation. To find a South Asian therapist specifically, you can use the “South Asian” option within the “Ethnicity” filter. This filter includes therapists who have chosen to share their ethnicity on their profile and have selected the South Asian option; when there are few therapists who have identified as South Asian in a given area, the directory may also show therapists with substantial experience working with clients from relevant cultural backgrounds. As you compare options and speak with potential therapists, consider asking whether the therapist offers in-person, online, or remote sessions, whether they work privately or through the NHS, whether they accept private insurance, and whether they have experience supporting clients with your specific concerns.