Asian Therapists in Wilmslow
Hi I'm Gaya, I work with individuals navigating complex mental health challenges, including psychosis, trauma, and long-term conditions. Many of my clients feel unheard by previous services, or carry experiences shaped by culture, identity, and belonging that deserve thoughtful, contextual understanding.
I offer a warm, person-centred approach, drawing on Compassion Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and formulation-based practice, always tailored to you as a whole person. Cultural background is never an afterthought here. I am here to help you move forward with greater self-compassion,
Hi I'm Gaya, I work with individuals navigating complex mental health challenges, including psychosis, trauma, and long-term conditions. Many of my clients feel unheard by previous services, or carry experiences shaped by culture, identity, and belonging that deserve thoughtful, contextual understanding.
I offer a warm, person-centred approach, drawing on Compassion Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and formulation-based practice, always tailored to you as a whole person. Cultural background is never an afterthought here. I am here to help you move forward with greater self-compassion,
Do you feel like you’re constantly "white-knuckling" your way through the day? Perhaps you’ve spent years wondering why simple tasks feel harder for you than for everyone else, or maybe a past experience is still casting a long shadow over your current life.
Whether you are looking for clarity through an ADHD assessment or seeking relief from long-standing distress through CBT or EMDR, I provide a calm, non-judgmental space to help you find your feet again.
I offer a blend of diagnostic insight and therapeutic support, ensuring you don’t just receive a label, but a way forward:
Do you feel like you’re constantly "white-knuckling" your way through the day? Perhaps you’ve spent years wondering why simple tasks feel harder for you than for everyone else, or maybe a past experience is still casting a long shadow over your current life.
Whether you are looking for clarity through an ADHD assessment or seeking relief from long-standing distress through CBT or EMDR, I provide a calm, non-judgmental space to help you find your feet again.
I offer a blend of diagnostic insight and therapeutic support, ensuring you don’t just receive a label, but a way forward:
Starting therapy can feel like a big step and it's important to find someone you feel safe with. My aim is to offer a space where you can show up exactly as you are, without judgement or pressure to be anything different.
I see you as the expert on your own life, and I work in a way that focuses on the person sitting in front of me. Together, we work at a pace that feels right for you, making sense of your experiences with curiosity, compassion and care. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, navigating relationships, processing trauma, or trying to understand yourself more deeply, you don't have to carry things alone.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step and it's important to find someone you feel safe with. My aim is to offer a space where you can show up exactly as you are, without judgement or pressure to be anything different.
I see you as the expert on your own life, and I work in a way that focuses on the person sitting in front of me. Together, we work at a pace that feels right for you, making sense of your experiences with curiosity, compassion and care. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, navigating relationships, processing trauma, or trying to understand yourself more deeply, you don't have to carry things alone.
Hi, I'm Sarah. I have over 18 years experience as a counsellor. We all have times when we find it hard to cope. Counselling can help you understand why you think, feel and act like you do. It can help you develop positive strategies to get what you want out of life. How we think, feel and behave is part of being human. Problems can arise when we get 'stuck' in negative thought patterns; when our feelings become overwhelming; when our behaviour is self-destructive and doesn't result in us getting what we need; when we worry about the future, dwell on the past and find it hard to live in the present.
Hi, I'm Sarah. I have over 18 years experience as a counsellor. We all have times when we find it hard to cope. Counselling can help you understand why you think, feel and act like you do. It can help you develop positive strategies to get what you want out of life. How we think, feel and behave is part of being human. Problems can arise when we get 'stuck' in negative thought patterns; when our feelings become overwhelming; when our behaviour is self-destructive and doesn't result in us getting what we need; when we worry about the future, dwell on the past and find it hard to live in the present.
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I am a psychologist, born in Hong Kong and have lived and studied in the UK for over 10 years. I deeply understand how to find balance between different cultures and life transitions. My background allows me to connect better with clients from diverse cultures, providing a warm, pressure-free space for them to face challenges and grow.
I am a psychologist, born in Hong Kong and have lived and studied in the UK for over 10 years. I deeply understand how to find balance between different cultures and life transitions. My background allows me to connect better with clients from diverse cultures, providing a warm, pressure-free space for them to face challenges and grow.
Whether you're navigating a challenging time, seeking personal growth, or looking to make a change - you've taken a brave first step. I'm here to offer an authentic, supportive and collaborative process - led by you. The process of therapy is for us to work together to build up your skills, experience and confidence to face life head on.
I have excellent experience working with Muslim men from of all walks of all life, and I utilise Islamic principles in our work together. I also regularly support people from other backgrounds with difficulties, such as anxiety, depression and stress.
Whether you're navigating a challenging time, seeking personal growth, or looking to make a change - you've taken a brave first step. I'm here to offer an authentic, supportive and collaborative process - led by you. The process of therapy is for us to work together to build up your skills, experience and confidence to face life head on.
I have excellent experience working with Muslim men from of all walks of all life, and I utilise Islamic principles in our work together. I also regularly support people from other backgrounds with difficulties, such as anxiety, depression and stress.
Do you feel emotionally overwhelmed or feeling struggle? You don’t have to face it alone. I am here to support you through counselling. We can work together and helping you walk through life’s challenges.
I have experience working with clients on a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, academic and work related stress, cultural adjustment, ADHD, relationship struggles (family, romantic, marriage), childhood trauma, eating disorder, changes in life etc.. I witnessed many meaningful transformations from my clients.I believe everyone has their capacity to heal and grow in a safe and supportive environment.
Do you feel emotionally overwhelmed or feeling struggle? You don’t have to face it alone. I am here to support you through counselling. We can work together and helping you walk through life’s challenges.
I have experience working with clients on a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, academic and work related stress, cultural adjustment, ADHD, relationship struggles (family, romantic, marriage), childhood trauma, eating disorder, changes in life etc.. I witnessed many meaningful transformations from my clients.I believe everyone has their capacity to heal and grow in a safe and supportive environment.
Feeling anxious, stressed or panicky? You may be searching for counselling or something associated with anxiety & conditions such as prolonged stress, panic attacks, phobias or obsessions and compulsions related to Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Your search may be out of curiosity or it may be because you are looking for some help and assistance in managing these issues. You do not have to 'feel alone' in going through these issues and I specialise in these areas and we can work through them together, so that you can feel 'more in control' and build a sense of greater self-confidence, autonomy & personal resilience.
Feeling anxious, stressed or panicky? You may be searching for counselling or something associated with anxiety & conditions such as prolonged stress, panic attacks, phobias or obsessions and compulsions related to Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Your search may be out of curiosity or it may be because you are looking for some help and assistance in managing these issues. You do not have to 'feel alone' in going through these issues and I specialise in these areas and we can work through them together, so that you can feel 'more in control' and build a sense of greater self-confidence, autonomy & personal resilience.
As an English, Cantonese and Mandarin-speaking HCPC Chartered, EuroPsy Registred Psychologist with NHS experience, I work with people whose challenges often sit at the crossroads of mental health and cultural identity.
Many of my clients are navigating anxiety, trauma, or bicultural identity questions, alongside relationship pressures, career challenges, or family expectations that cut across cultures. Some are high achievers who, on the surface, appear to have it all together.
I offer online therapy in English, Cantonese and Mandarin, with flexible evening sessions across UK, Europe and international time zones.
As an English, Cantonese and Mandarin-speaking HCPC Chartered, EuroPsy Registred Psychologist with NHS experience, I work with people whose challenges often sit at the crossroads of mental health and cultural identity.
Many of my clients are navigating anxiety, trauma, or bicultural identity questions, alongside relationship pressures, career challenges, or family expectations that cut across cultures. Some are high achievers who, on the surface, appear to have it all together.
I offer online therapy in English, Cantonese and Mandarin, with flexible evening sessions across UK, Europe and international time zones.
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'm an integrative counsellor, and I combine different therapeutic modalities to offer you a flexible and comprehensive counselling experience tailored to your specific needs. I specialise in Islamic Marriage, Pre-Marriage & Individual counselling. I can help you enhance your communication skills, anxiety, depression, relationship, family issues, trauma, bereavement or OCD.
Or if you want to work on seeking personal growth, self-esteem, resilience and wellbeing. Your wellbeing is my top priority, together we can work towards a more fulfilling life in a safe, confidential and non-judgemental environment. I am based in Manchester.
I'm an integrative counsellor, and I combine different therapeutic modalities to offer you a flexible and comprehensive counselling experience tailored to your specific needs. I specialise in Islamic Marriage, Pre-Marriage & Individual counselling. I can help you enhance your communication skills, anxiety, depression, relationship, family issues, trauma, bereavement or OCD.
Or if you want to work on seeking personal growth, self-esteem, resilience and wellbeing. Your wellbeing is my top priority, together we can work towards a more fulfilling life in a safe, confidential and non-judgemental environment. I am based in Manchester.
If you are reading this, I know taking this step can feel big and a bit overwhelming- so thank you for being here. I want you to know that this space is entirely yours. There is no pressure to have it all figured out; we can simply start with whatever feels important to you today, and take it from there.
My practice is built on a warm, person-centred foundation combined with a solution-focused approach. This means our sessions are entirely led by you, at your own pace, in a safe and non-judgmental environment.
If you are reading this, I know taking this step can feel big and a bit overwhelming- so thank you for being here. I want you to know that this space is entirely yours. There is no pressure to have it all figured out; we can simply start with whatever feels important to you today, and take it from there.
My practice is built on a warm, person-centred foundation combined with a solution-focused approach. This means our sessions are entirely led by you, at your own pace, in a safe and non-judgmental environment.
Hi, I’m Ann. I’m an art therapist, I offer individual and group therapy to young people and adults with needs such as anxiety, depression, and trauma. I aim to offer a safe and non-judgemental space so that you can feel comfortable to talk and express yourself through engaging in creative activities. Through the process of engaging in creative activity, reflect on the artwork with an art therapist, we can gain understanding of ourselves, build confident, and process difficult feelings, emotions, and experiences when words don't come easily.
Hi, I’m Ann. I’m an art therapist, I offer individual and group therapy to young people and adults with needs such as anxiety, depression, and trauma. I aim to offer a safe and non-judgemental space so that you can feel comfortable to talk and express yourself through engaging in creative activities. Through the process of engaging in creative activity, reflect on the artwork with an art therapist, we can gain understanding of ourselves, build confident, and process difficult feelings, emotions, and experiences when words don't come easily.
I'm Dr Sohbia Shoaib a highly skilled Chartered Psychologist with over 20 years working experience in mental health. In the NHS, forensic and private sector. I am trained in a range of interventions including Schema Therapy, EMDR, DBT and CBT. I have expertise in completing a full range of assessments and interventions for clients who present from mild to severe/ complex mental health problems and psychological presentations e.g., trauma, anxiety, depression, anger, stress, burnout, interpersonal difficulties and emotional dysregulation, personality disorder, substance misuse, bipolar, psychosis.
I'm Dr Sohbia Shoaib a highly skilled Chartered Psychologist with over 20 years working experience in mental health. In the NHS, forensic and private sector. I am trained in a range of interventions including Schema Therapy, EMDR, DBT and CBT. I have expertise in completing a full range of assessments and interventions for clients who present from mild to severe/ complex mental health problems and psychological presentations e.g., trauma, anxiety, depression, anger, stress, burnout, interpersonal difficulties and emotional dysregulation, personality disorder, substance misuse, bipolar, psychosis.
Having lived in Hong Kong, Taiwan, Manchester, and Glasgow, I gained unique cultural experiences and understood the struggle to fit in. Now, finding peace within my authentic self, I can empathise deeply with individuals who are experiencing life transitions, anxiety and self-doubt. I will treat your experience and opinions with respect, compassion and honesty because I want you to feel safe to talk openly in therapy. I intend to work with you as a team to fully understand how you respond to what happened. When you feel fully understood, a weight is lifted, and you will be more able to reflect and move forward.
Having lived in Hong Kong, Taiwan, Manchester, and Glasgow, I gained unique cultural experiences and understood the struggle to fit in. Now, finding peace within my authentic self, I can empathise deeply with individuals who are experiencing life transitions, anxiety and self-doubt. I will treat your experience and opinions with respect, compassion and honesty because I want you to feel safe to talk openly in therapy. I intend to work with you as a team to fully understand how you respond to what happened. When you feel fully understood, a weight is lifted, and you will be more able to reflect and move forward.
Life can become overwhelming when you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties or behaviours that feel difficult to control. With over 25 years' experience, I support adults, couples and families with a wide range of emotional and relationship difficulties. I have particular experience in couples work, including communication, conflict, intimacy, infidelity and rebuilding trust, alongside specialist work with compulsive sexual behaviours, sex/pornography addiction, gambling, technology and substance-related addictions.
Life can become overwhelming when you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties or behaviours that feel difficult to control. With over 25 years' experience, I support adults, couples and families with a wide range of emotional and relationship difficulties. I have particular experience in couples work, including communication, conflict, intimacy, infidelity and rebuilding trust, alongside specialist work with compulsive sexual behaviours, sex/pornography addiction, gambling, technology and substance-related addictions.
My Asian background enables me to provide an insight and understanding of overcoming cultural and religious difficulties.
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.
My Asian background enables me to provide an insight and understanding of overcoming cultural and religious difficulties.
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.
At certain moments in life, we all need someone to walk alongside us for a while.
I provide psychotherapy in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin in a warm, supportive, and culturally sensitive environment.
Having been born and raised in Hong Kong, studied in the United States, and now living in the UK, I understand the complexities of navigating different cultures, identities, and expectations. I am passionate about supporting individuals from immigrant and cross-cultural backgrounds who may feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or caught between worlds. Together, we can create space for greater healing and growth.
At certain moments in life, we all need someone to walk alongside us for a while.
I provide psychotherapy in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin in a warm, supportive, and culturally sensitive environment.
Having been born and raised in Hong Kong, studied in the United States, and now living in the UK, I understand the complexities of navigating different cultures, identities, and expectations. I am passionate about supporting individuals from immigrant and cross-cultural backgrounds who may feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or caught between worlds. Together, we can create space for greater healing and growth.
Hello, my name is Jo.
Perhaps you're struggling with anxiety, burnout, relationship difficulties, or the lasting impact of past experiences. I work with adults experiencing a range of emotional and relational challenges, with particular experience in: effects of emotionally immature, or inconsistent parents and caregivers, anxiety and self-doubt, work stress, burnout and pressures and living with chronic pain or long-term health conditions.
Hello, my name is Jo.
Perhaps you're struggling with anxiety, burnout, relationship difficulties, or the lasting impact of past experiences. I work with adults experiencing a range of emotional and relational challenges, with particular experience in: effects of emotionally immature, or inconsistent parents and caregivers, anxiety and self-doubt, work stress, burnout and pressures and living with chronic pain or long-term health conditions.
Do your feelings overwhelm you? Is it hard to stay in control? Are you unkind to yourself? I understand how hard it is to ask for help.
Untangling a lifetime of feelings and thoughts can be daunting, but with the right support you can identify those limiting patterns and change the beliefs, feelings, and responses holding you back from the life you want and the person you want to be.
Choice comes from understanding yourself, then making the right changes. I understand how hard it can be to do that on your own. I will be with you on that journey, supporting and empowering you to move from self-awareness to real, lasting change
Do your feelings overwhelm you? Is it hard to stay in control? Are you unkind to yourself? I understand how hard it is to ask for help.
Untangling a lifetime of feelings and thoughts can be daunting, but with the right support you can identify those limiting patterns and change the beliefs, feelings, and responses holding you back from the life you want and the person you want to be.
Choice comes from understanding yourself, then making the right changes. I understand how hard it can be to do that on your own. I will be with you on that journey, supporting and empowering you to move from self-awareness to real, lasting change
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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.