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Sophie Singh
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, BACP
Verified Verified
As an Asian women myself I understand the cultural challenges of living in a Western culture.
We all need help from time to time, and you shouldn't be embarrassed for asking for it. I am a down to earth and compassionate person, who understands what it is like to need a boost. In my years I have truly heard it all, and my biggest goal is to empower rather than judge my clients. One of my favourite quotes comes from Marisa Peer who explains that “to be happy you have to make peace with your past, love the present and feel so excited about the future”. No problem is too big to solve and I have witnessed counselling change the lives of so many people and I know I can help change yours too.
As an Asian women myself I understand the cultural challenges of living in a Western culture.
We all need help from time to time, and you shouldn't be embarrassed for asking for it. I am a down to earth and compassionate person, who understands what it is like to need a boost. In my years I have truly heard it all, and my biggest goal is to empower rather than judge my clients. One of my favourite quotes comes from Marisa Peer who explains that “to be happy you have to make peace with your past, love the present and feel so excited about the future”. No problem is too big to solve and I have witnessed counselling change the lives of so many people and I know I can help change yours too.
020 4538 2847 View 020 4538 2847
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Farah Chowdhury
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
My approach to therapy is culturally-attuned and while I work with all adults, my practice focuses on individuals who are part of the Global Majority (Black, Asian, Brown, dual-heritage, indigenous to the global south, or individuals who have been racialised as “ethnic minorities”).
I provide a space for you to be seen and heard. One where you can explore, be curious, learn more about yourself and importantly, a space for you to just be. Sometimes we all need a warm and safe space to connect with what’s going on, who we are and our hopes and dreams for the future. I hope we can do this together, in a way that feels right to you.
My approach to therapy is culturally-attuned and while I work with all adults, my practice focuses on individuals who are part of the Global Majority (Black, Asian, Brown, dual-heritage, indigenous to the global south, or individuals who have been racialised as “ethnic minorities”).
I provide a space for you to be seen and heard. One where you can explore, be curious, learn more about yourself and importantly, a space for you to just be. Sometimes we all need a warm and safe space to connect with what’s going on, who we are and our hopes and dreams for the future. I hope we can do this together, in a way that feels right to you.
020 3909 9743 View 020 3909 9743
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Miles Chinnachart Poola-Or
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
London N10  (Online Only)
As a therapist, I believe our personal experiences have a profound impact on how we perceive and interact with the world around us. We receive messages on how we should live our lives, and we learn to accommodate those messages in hopes to "fit in" with society. As an Asian gay man and being sent to boarding school, I understand the challenges of living authentically while also trying to honour the norms, values, and expectations of the community you come from.
As a therapist, I believe our personal experiences have a profound impact on how we perceive and interact with the world around us. We receive messages on how we should live our lives, and we learn to accommodate those messages in hopes to "fit in" with society. As an Asian gay man and being sent to boarding school, I understand the challenges of living authentically while also trying to honour the norms, values, and expectations of the community you come from.
020 3823 6238 View 020 3823 6238
Abida Haroon
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Blackburn BB1  (Online Only)
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.
01254 786538 View 01254 786538
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MyFreedom Counselling
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
London EC2A
I have extensive experience working long and short term with LGBTQ+, men of all creed as well as the South-East Asian community.
You may already know what you want from therapy or you may feel that something is not quite right but you’re not sure what. Perhaps you’re looking for help to make sense of your current feelings. Maybe you are feeling painful emotions or want to improve relationships or get a better understanding of yourself. Perhaps you're feeling unsettled due to bereavement, separation, or health issues. Maybe you're feeling anxiety or stress. Well done for admitting that things aren't quite right and for starting your journey to bring back control. Counselling can provide a confidential space to bring clarity and order to your thoughts. ​
I have extensive experience working long and short term with LGBTQ+, men of all creed as well as the South-East Asian community.
You may already know what you want from therapy or you may feel that something is not quite right but you’re not sure what. Perhaps you’re looking for help to make sense of your current feelings. Maybe you are feeling painful emotions or want to improve relationships or get a better understanding of yourself. Perhaps you're feeling unsettled due to bereavement, separation, or health issues. Maybe you're feeling anxiety or stress. Well done for admitting that things aren't quite right and for starting your journey to bring back control. Counselling can provide a confidential space to bring clarity and order to your thoughts. ​
020 3857 8116 View 020 3857 8116
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Red Maple Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
I have experience working with clients from the South-Asian Community and also in relation to male mental health.
The relationships and experiences that we have, shape the way that we understand the world around. These can make us feel uneasy, and we need to think out aloud. Having an objective ear can help to better understand ourselves. This can be related to personal relationships, our working life, family challenges, life events and many aspects of the world around us. I offer a space that works ethically, and within the boundaries of confidentiality and safeguarding. I aim to support exploration of how challenges and concerns can be overcome in a collaborative way and at your pace. I offer individual counselling.
I have experience working with clients from the South-Asian Community and also in relation to male mental health.
The relationships and experiences that we have, shape the way that we understand the world around. These can make us feel uneasy, and we need to think out aloud. Having an objective ear can help to better understand ourselves. This can be related to personal relationships, our working life, family challenges, life events and many aspects of the world around us. I offer a space that works ethically, and within the boundaries of confidentiality and safeguarding. I aim to support exploration of how challenges and concerns can be overcome in a collaborative way and at your pace. I offer individual counselling.
0121 752 9177 View 0121 752 9177
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Tisha Kachhapati
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
My background as a second generation Southeast Asian counsellor contributes to my unique approach; I can understand the feeling of "otherness" which is the feeling of not quite belonging but not being different enough.
Are you feeling bogged down by the world? Are things are getting worse and you know you need help? Maybe you’re trying to find an outlet for the things you’re experiencing. Either way, something is bringing you toward counselling, which has led you here to me. I use the psychodynamic approach in therapy to make sense of your world. I help you connect unconscious behaviours that are unpleasantly shaping or sabotaging your life. By bringing awareness to it, you can make sense of it to create real changes. Some of these unpleasant things can show up in the form of explosive anger, panic attacks, or even avoidant behaviours.
My background as a second generation Southeast Asian counsellor contributes to my unique approach; I can understand the feeling of "otherness" which is the feeling of not quite belonging but not being different enough.
Are you feeling bogged down by the world? Are things are getting worse and you know you need help? Maybe you’re trying to find an outlet for the things you’re experiencing. Either way, something is bringing you toward counselling, which has led you here to me. I use the psychodynamic approach in therapy to make sense of your world. I help you connect unconscious behaviours that are unpleasantly shaping or sabotaging your life. By bringing awareness to it, you can make sense of it to create real changes. Some of these unpleasant things can show up in the form of explosive anger, panic attacks, or even avoidant behaviours.
01206 699139 View 01206 699139
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Attiya Bokhari
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Ilford IG1  (Online Only)
Hello , and thank you for visiting my profile. As a second-generation Muslim psychotherapist with a deep understanding of intercultural dynamics, I specialise in working with Muslim and South Asian clients. While our backgrounds vary, there's often a shared journey shaped by family, religion, and community expectations. Anxiety, depression, low mood and life's challenges affect us all, yet cultural nuances can influence how we perceive and address them. In cross-cultural psychotherapy, I honor the significance of race, ethnicity, religion, and culture, fostering a safe space for healing.
Hello , and thank you for visiting my profile. As a second-generation Muslim psychotherapist with a deep understanding of intercultural dynamics, I specialise in working with Muslim and South Asian clients. While our backgrounds vary, there's often a shared journey shaped by family, religion, and community expectations. Anxiety, depression, low mood and life's challenges affect us all, yet cultural nuances can influence how we perceive and address them. In cross-cultural psychotherapy, I honor the significance of race, ethnicity, religion, and culture, fostering a safe space for healing.
020 4538 3221 View 020 4538 3221
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Healingthemind
Counsellor, PsychD, MBACP
Verified Verified
London N4  (Online Only)
I provide counselling to marginalised populations, including clients of Asian Black African/African-Caribbean heritage.
I have worked in addictions for over 20 years, typically I have supported clients to reduce alcohol use. I have supported clients with mild to moderate depression and or anxiety, All clients are individual and come with different goals in therapy, this can be to reduce substances and learn how to cope with emotions that come up. I have also worked with clients who have suffered bereavement or any type of loss.
I provide counselling to marginalised populations, including clients of Asian Black African/African-Caribbean heritage.
I have worked in addictions for over 20 years, typically I have supported clients to reduce alcohol use. I have supported clients with mild to moderate depression and or anxiety, All clients are individual and come with different goals in therapy, this can be to reduce substances and learn how to cope with emotions that come up. I have also worked with clients who have suffered bereavement or any type of loss.
020 4538 9580 View 020 4538 9580
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Samreen Bhaidani
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
I also specialise in working with clients from South-Asian and backgrounds where I have worked with clients who have experienced difficulties and issues linked to identity, and meeting cultural pressures and expectations.
I have over fifteen years of experience of working as a counsellor in Mental health and now as a Counselling Psychologist PhD (in training). I offer a calm safe space where together we can find clarity on what has brought you to seek counselling. My authentic, warm and inclusive approach helps to create a non-judgemental environment. At times it can be very confusing and frustrating when we can't make sense of our emotions and often feel stuck or overwhelmed, I work collaboratively with my clients to understand how they construe their inner reality and life experiences, which helps to promote clients’ wellbeing and healing.
I also specialise in working with clients from South-Asian and backgrounds where I have worked with clients who have experienced difficulties and issues linked to identity, and meeting cultural pressures and expectations.
I have over fifteen years of experience of working as a counsellor in Mental health and now as a Counselling Psychologist PhD (in training). I offer a calm safe space where together we can find clarity on what has brought you to seek counselling. My authentic, warm and inclusive approach helps to create a non-judgemental environment. At times it can be very confusing and frustrating when we can't make sense of our emotions and often feel stuck or overwhelmed, I work collaboratively with my clients to understand how they construe their inner reality and life experiences, which helps to promote clients’ wellbeing and healing.
07818 370768 View 07818 370768
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Robina Kausar
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Hyde SK14
As an integrative counsellor, I use a blend of therapeutic approaches to support your wellbeing which, if you are Asian or Muslim, this may include looking at faith, culture and family dynamics.
Hello and welcome! How are you feeling? Not your usual self? Anxious? Low mood? Overwhelmed? Stuck? You may come to therapy with a specific problem or with a more general unease or desire for something to change. Life can sometimes leave you with feelings and emotions that you may not always understand. This can sometimes play out in repeating patterns with people who are close to you, or within your own thoughts and feelings. There's nothing too big or small for us to talk about. Collaboratively, we will explore what you bring, identify unhelpful patterns, heal emotional wounds and trauma, and grow towards your potential.
As an integrative counsellor, I use a blend of therapeutic approaches to support your wellbeing which, if you are Asian or Muslim, this may include looking at faith, culture and family dynamics.
Hello and welcome! How are you feeling? Not your usual self? Anxious? Low mood? Overwhelmed? Stuck? You may come to therapy with a specific problem or with a more general unease or desire for something to change. Life can sometimes leave you with feelings and emotions that you may not always understand. This can sometimes play out in repeating patterns with people who are close to you, or within your own thoughts and feelings. There's nothing too big or small for us to talk about. Collaboratively, we will explore what you bring, identify unhelpful patterns, heal emotional wounds and trauma, and grow towards your potential.
01457 601811 View 01457 601811
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Abida Batool
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Doncaster DN2  (Online Only)
My knowledge of South Asian culture helps me understand and work with diversity effectively.
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.
My knowledge of South Asian culture helps me understand and work with diversity effectively.
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.
01302 972900 View 01302 972900
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Zakera Pirbhai
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
London E17  (Online Only)
Coming from an South Asian background I have worked and work with clients with trans generational trauma and identity crisis.
I understand that reaching out for support can evoke much anxiety. I am here to work at your pace and with your agenda in a non judgemental space. I have learned that our reaction to challenges in our adult lives can often be related to our childhood experiences. Within our partnership we will be able to work through childhood trauma, attachment and how they may impact on your current mental health. I offer a holistic approach which allows clients to bring every aspect of themselves, creating a heart to heart connection. With children and Adolescence I work to support and understand their experiences and stages of development.
Coming from an South Asian background I have worked and work with clients with trans generational trauma and identity crisis.
I understand that reaching out for support can evoke much anxiety. I am here to work at your pace and with your agenda in a non judgemental space. I have learned that our reaction to challenges in our adult lives can often be related to our childhood experiences. Within our partnership we will be able to work through childhood trauma, attachment and how they may impact on your current mental health. I offer a holistic approach which allows clients to bring every aspect of themselves, creating a heart to heart connection. With children and Adolescence I work to support and understand their experiences and stages of development.
020 3835 4703 View 020 3835 4703
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Amber Sheikh
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
London E1W  (Online Only)
Being a British-born Asian female I can understand some of the challenges that people from different cultural backgrounds may experience in their daily lives and relationships.
At times life can be challenging and we can get to point where we may feel a bit stuck and need to make sense of things. I seek to create a safe, culturally sensitive and non judgmental space for you to feel heard and understood. I’m here to support you to achieve the changes that you desire for yourself by helping you to process your feelings, gain greater clarity and to build more self awareness.
Being a British-born Asian female I can understand some of the challenges that people from different cultural backgrounds may experience in their daily lives and relationships.
At times life can be challenging and we can get to point where we may feel a bit stuck and need to make sense of things. I seek to create a safe, culturally sensitive and non judgmental space for you to feel heard and understood. I’m here to support you to achieve the changes that you desire for yourself by helping you to process your feelings, gain greater clarity and to build more self awareness.
020 4538 7765 View 020 4538 7765
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Sobia Siddique
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Birmingham B34  (Online Only)
I have worked extensively with trauma, abuse, anxiety and with people of a South Asian background who have difficulty with understanding their identity and sense of self within the modern western world.
Welcome to my profile. Making sense of yourself as a whole can feel like a daunting process to go through alone. Understanding your sense of identity and how to build your confidence up is something that is possible within the sessions that I offer. I provide an open, empathic and safe space to allow you to truly explore your ideas and emotions in understanding yourself within your world as well as providing an opportunity to have the support to flourish and develop your self esteem.
I have worked extensively with trauma, abuse, anxiety and with people of a South Asian background who have difficulty with understanding their identity and sense of self within the modern western world.
Welcome to my profile. Making sense of yourself as a whole can feel like a daunting process to go through alone. Understanding your sense of identity and how to build your confidence up is something that is possible within the sessions that I offer. I provide an open, empathic and safe space to allow you to truly explore your ideas and emotions in understanding yourself within your world as well as providing an opportunity to have the support to flourish and develop your self esteem.
0121 661 7651 View 0121 661 7651
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Paramjit Sall
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
I am bilingual in South Asian languages and can speck Punjabi, Hindi and Urdu to rech out to clients from Asian background.
I am a registered member of British Association of Counselling Practise (BACP) and comply with their practise Ethics and Standard. I am an Integrative counsellor with Humanistic approach using Person Centred, Solution Focused, Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behaviour and Systemic Family Therapy as my core models. Each individual I work with is unique and come with issues that get in the way of their life from time to time. I respect everyone is different and I work with clients according to their personality and presenting issues.•I know it can be really hard at times to reach out for help but please remember you are important.
I am bilingual in South Asian languages and can speck Punjabi, Hindi and Urdu to rech out to clients from Asian background.
I am a registered member of British Association of Counselling Practise (BACP) and comply with their practise Ethics and Standard. I am an Integrative counsellor with Humanistic approach using Person Centred, Solution Focused, Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behaviour and Systemic Family Therapy as my core models. Each individual I work with is unique and come with issues that get in the way of their life from time to time. I respect everyone is different and I work with clients according to their personality and presenting issues.•I know it can be really hard at times to reach out for help but please remember you are important.
024 7610 1157 View 024 7610 1157
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Sadia Khan
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Watford WD17
My name is Sadia and I live in London. I am a qualified psychotherapist and counsellor working in this field since 2015. I am very compassionate about my work, despite the colour, beliefs, values or culture that people belong to. I believe we are all human with the same emotions and no one is superior or inferior. I work with clients from many different cultures/countries, such as, English, European, Asian, Africans and many others. I am honoured to work with diversity. My style of work is relational, I believe in strong connection with my client. In order to achieve this, my approach is non-judgemental and empathic.
My name is Sadia and I live in London. I am a qualified psychotherapist and counsellor working in this field since 2015. I am very compassionate about my work, despite the colour, beliefs, values or culture that people belong to. I believe we are all human with the same emotions and no one is superior or inferior. I work with clients from many different cultures/countries, such as, English, European, Asian, Africans and many others. I am honoured to work with diversity. My style of work is relational, I believe in strong connection with my client. In order to achieve this, my approach is non-judgemental and empathic.
01923 953004 View 01923 953004
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Mamta Ward
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Welcome. It can feel difficult to start with counselling, so let me start by saying the work we do will be guided by your own choices and needs. You can express these in a confidential space of emotional safety and we can explore what is happening for you and better understand it. Together we can define and move towards your goals at a pace that suits and feels safe to you. I work with low mood, sadness, anxiety, depression and feelings of being overwhelmed.
Welcome. It can feel difficult to start with counselling, so let me start by saying the work we do will be guided by your own choices and needs. You can express these in a confidential space of emotional safety and we can explore what is happening for you and better understand it. Together we can define and move towards your goals at a pace that suits and feels safe to you. I work with low mood, sadness, anxiety, depression and feelings of being overwhelmed.
07401 206254 View 07401 206254
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Dr Bishnu Upadhaya
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol
Not Verified Not Verified
London W1W  (Online Only)
An enthusiastic, skilled and well-motivated Psychological, Neuropsychological, Integrated Medicine and healthcare consultant with more than 19 years’ experiences, promoting the welfare of patients, families, and vulnerable people. Experienced in providing specialist Neuropsychological, Psychological, Herbal Medicine, Naturopathic and Homeopathic Medicine Assessments, Consultation and Treatments of direct and referred clients based upon the appropriate use, interpretation and integration of complex data from a psychological and holistic approach and treatment and tasting.
An enthusiastic, skilled and well-motivated Psychological, Neuropsychological, Integrated Medicine and healthcare consultant with more than 19 years’ experiences, promoting the welfare of patients, families, and vulnerable people. Experienced in providing specialist Neuropsychological, Psychological, Herbal Medicine, Naturopathic and Homeopathic Medicine Assessments, Consultation and Treatments of direct and referred clients based upon the appropriate use, interpretation and integration of complex data from a psychological and holistic approach and treatment and tasting.
020 3835 4892 View 020 3835 4892
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Simon Chu
Counsellor, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Do you find yourself repeating patterns of behaviour that lead to the same unhappy outcome time after time? Are you ever overwhelmed by negative thoughts, feelings or beliefs that stop you moving on in your life? Is the voice of your own inner critic sometimes so loud that you are stricken by panic or frozen with fear? Maybe you are alone or part of a couple and longing for intimacy that never comes? If any of these experiences ring true, I can give you the support you need to find the direction and meaning that has gone missing from your life.
Do you find yourself repeating patterns of behaviour that lead to the same unhappy outcome time after time? Are you ever overwhelmed by negative thoughts, feelings or beliefs that stop you moving on in your life? Is the voice of your own inner critic sometimes so loud that you are stricken by panic or frozen with fear? Maybe you are alone or part of a couple and longing for intimacy that never comes? If any of these experiences ring true, I can give you the support you need to find the direction and meaning that has gone missing from your life.
020 4524 3191 View 020 4524 3191

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