Asian Counselling in Glasgow
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.
Hello. I am Fazeela Ashraf, an accredited, professional Psychotherapist and Counsellor. I am an Integrative Therapist. I am trained in Psychodynamic, Humanistic and Cognitive Behavioural approaches to therapy. This means that I use a combination of therapies and provide an individualized, tailor-made approach for my clients to help them in the best way possible. I work in collaboration with my clients, allowing, if desired, solution-focused or long term therapy to be undertaken. I like to work at my client’s pace, providing them with an empathetic, non-judgemental and safe space to explore what truly matters to them.
Hello. I am Fazeela Ashraf, an accredited, professional Psychotherapist and Counsellor. I am an Integrative Therapist. I am trained in Psychodynamic, Humanistic and Cognitive Behavioural approaches to therapy. This means that I use a combination of therapies and provide an individualized, tailor-made approach for my clients to help them in the best way possible. I work in collaboration with my clients, allowing, if desired, solution-focused or long term therapy to be undertaken. I like to work at my client’s pace, providing them with an empathetic, non-judgemental and safe space to explore what truly matters to them.
Are you a concerned parent seeking effective therapeutic support for your child?
Is your child expressing — directly or indirectly — a need for help?
Have they experienced a major or minor trauma that continues to affect their daily life?As a Counselling Psychologist, I'm passionate about working with children and young people ( 12-25 years) to provide a safe, compassionate space where they can explore their challenges. I specialise in evidence-based, developmentally tailored therapies designed to help each child achieve their personal goals and build lasting resilience.
Are you a concerned parent seeking effective therapeutic support for your child?
Is your child expressing — directly or indirectly — a need for help?
Have they experienced a major or minor trauma that continues to affect their daily life?As a Counselling Psychologist, I'm passionate about working with children and young people ( 12-25 years) to provide a safe, compassionate space where they can explore their challenges. I specialise in evidence-based, developmentally tailored therapies designed to help each child achieve their personal goals and build lasting resilience.
As a South Asian therapist, I integrate cultural sensitivity into my practice, acknowledging the importance of identity, background, and lived experiences.
Welcome, and thank you for being here. I aim to offer compassionate, culturally sensitive support in a safe, non-judgemental space where you feel heard & understood. I bring experience from a range of settings & I have worked with adults, and older adults experiencing concerns such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, addiction, chronic pain & trauma. My therapeutic approach is rooted in person-centred therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), allowing me to tailor sessions to meet your unique needs. I often work with individuals to help manage change, feel conflicted or looking for personal growth.
As a South Asian therapist, I integrate cultural sensitivity into my practice, acknowledging the importance of identity, background, and lived experiences.
Welcome, and thank you for being here. I aim to offer compassionate, culturally sensitive support in a safe, non-judgemental space where you feel heard & understood. I bring experience from a range of settings & I have worked with adults, and older adults experiencing concerns such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, addiction, chronic pain & trauma. My therapeutic approach is rooted in person-centred therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), allowing me to tailor sessions to meet your unique needs. I often work with individuals to help manage change, feel conflicted or looking for personal growth.
Hi, I'm Aisha, the director of Illuminated Thinking and a dedicated clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience in adult mental health. I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to my practice, where we understand that sometimes everyone needs a little extra support to navigate psychological pain and build resilience for the future. At Illuminated Thinking, my welcoming and friendly practice serves as your safe space to explore, heal, and grow. Here, you can delve into the present, learn from the past, and focus on becoming the person you aspire to be.
Hi, I'm Aisha, the director of Illuminated Thinking and a dedicated clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience in adult mental health. I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to my practice, where we understand that sometimes everyone needs a little extra support to navigate psychological pain and build resilience for the future. At Illuminated Thinking, my welcoming and friendly practice serves as your safe space to explore, heal, and grow. Here, you can delve into the present, learn from the past, and focus on becoming the person you aspire to be.
I work with adults facing a range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, and relationship difficulties. I support clients through major life transitions, identity exploration, self-esteem issues, and personal growth. Additionally, I specialise in addressing relationship-related challenges such as breakups, divorce, infidelity recovery, and attachment patterns.
Fees
Individual Counselling: £50 per session (50 minutes)
Couples Counselling: £60 per session (1 hour)
I work with adults facing a range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, and relationship difficulties. I support clients through major life transitions, identity exploration, self-esteem issues, and personal growth. Additionally, I specialise in addressing relationship-related challenges such as breakups, divorce, infidelity recovery, and attachment patterns.
Fees
Individual Counselling: £50 per session (50 minutes)
Couples Counselling: £60 per session (1 hour)
I am a registered psychotherapist who believes in the transformative power of a truly safe therapeutic space. My clients often describe me as warm, attentive, and genuinely caring. I understand that sharing your inner world requires courage, and I honor everything you bring to our sessions—nothing is too small or "silly" when it comes to your experience.
My Approach - Person Centred
I truly believe that you know yourself better than anyone else—including me. My job isn't to tell you what to do or how to feel, but to create a safe space where you can talk about whatever's on your mind without fear of being judged.
I am a registered psychotherapist who believes in the transformative power of a truly safe therapeutic space. My clients often describe me as warm, attentive, and genuinely caring. I understand that sharing your inner world requires courage, and I honor everything you bring to our sessions—nothing is too small or "silly" when it comes to your experience.
My Approach - Person Centred
I truly believe that you know yourself better than anyone else—including me. My job isn't to tell you what to do or how to feel, but to create a safe space where you can talk about whatever's on your mind without fear of being judged.
You are just feeling fed up with self-doubt & rumination; and you are worrying about your continual procrastination & your escape from opportunities. You feel like you are finally ready to move forward. I understand what it feels like when encountering emotional issues and stress. I embarked on a journey of self-exploration, which has allowed me to find what I am passionate about. I work with an Integrative Therapeutic Approach to draw benefits from various modalities to suit You. I am dedicated in collaboratively assisting YOU in overcoming self doubts & unleashing YOUR potential FULLY, be it in your life, career and relationships.
You are just feeling fed up with self-doubt & rumination; and you are worrying about your continual procrastination & your escape from opportunities. You feel like you are finally ready to move forward. I understand what it feels like when encountering emotional issues and stress. I embarked on a journey of self-exploration, which has allowed me to find what I am passionate about. I work with an Integrative Therapeutic Approach to draw benefits from various modalities to suit You. I am dedicated in collaboratively assisting YOU in overcoming self doubts & unleashing YOUR potential FULLY, be it in your life, career and relationships.
Hello and a warm welcome. You may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stuck in negative thinking or struggling with confidence and emotional regulation. Perhaps you or your child are coping with trauma, stress, panic, school pressure, low mood or identity challenges. You want clarity, stability and tools to cope more confidently day-to-day. My ideal client may be unsure where to begin, but is ready for gentle change, understanding and support. Whether you’re seeking help for yourself, your child or your family, you deserve a space to heal, grow and feel seen. Together, we can rebuild strength, self-belief and emotional freedom.
Hello and a warm welcome. You may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stuck in negative thinking or struggling with confidence and emotional regulation. Perhaps you or your child are coping with trauma, stress, panic, school pressure, low mood or identity challenges. You want clarity, stability and tools to cope more confidently day-to-day. My ideal client may be unsure where to begin, but is ready for gentle change, understanding and support. Whether you’re seeking help for yourself, your child or your family, you deserve a space to heal, grow and feel seen. Together, we can rebuild strength, self-belief and emotional freedom.
Do you feel your emotions in your body, tight chest, shallow breathing, constant heaviness?
I work with women whose emotional pain shows up physically because they’ve been holding too much for too long. On the outside, you look like you’re coping. Inside, it’s pressure, perfectionism and exhaustion.
You may be navigating fertility challenges, pregnancy anxiety, loss or new motherhood. Maybe you feel you should be coping but you're running on fumes. I’ve been there. My own fertility journey and postpartum depression taught me how to rebuild from the inside out and now I help women do the same. This is your space to lower the mask.
Do you feel your emotions in your body, tight chest, shallow breathing, constant heaviness?
I work with women whose emotional pain shows up physically because they’ve been holding too much for too long. On the outside, you look like you’re coping. Inside, it’s pressure, perfectionism and exhaustion.
You may be navigating fertility challenges, pregnancy anxiety, loss or new motherhood. Maybe you feel you should be coping but you're running on fumes. I’ve been there. My own fertility journey and postpartum depression taught me how to rebuild from the inside out and now I help women do the same. This is your space to lower the mask.
Later life can bring many changes. Dementia, illness, grief or retirement may feel overwhelming. You do not need to be good at art to take part. As a resident therapist at Creative Arts Therapies Space (CATS) in Leith, I offer one-to-one art therapy for older adults and carers in a safe and creative setting.
Later life can bring many changes. Dementia, illness, grief or retirement may feel overwhelming. You do not need to be good at art to take part. As a resident therapist at Creative Arts Therapies Space (CATS) in Leith, I offer one-to-one art therapy for older adults and carers in a safe and creative setting.
Ajay Lamba has delivered psychotherapy in NHS hospitals and private practice, which has provided a wealth of experience with people from diverse backgrounds and all age groups. His academic and work career has been focused on helping people achieve their goals of recovery by relieving symptoms of depression and anxiety, from mild to severe psychological difficulties.
Ajay Lamba has delivered psychotherapy in NHS hospitals and private practice, which has provided a wealth of experience with people from diverse backgrounds and all age groups. His academic and work career has been focused on helping people achieve their goals of recovery by relieving symptoms of depression and anxiety, from mild to severe psychological difficulties.
A warm welcome. How are you? I’m wondering what’s brought you here today? Why now in life?
Are you feeling low or worried? Undergoing a big change? Looking to process events from the past or present? Relationships feeling strained? Or is there there something else that’s bothering you? Having a compassionate professional alongside you while you navigate complex and intense feelings can be an invaluable help and support. I’d seek to be that support and I’d help facilitate a space for you to learn more about yourself. Someone you can lean on and hopefully together we can see if we can get you to where you want to be.
A warm welcome. How are you? I’m wondering what’s brought you here today? Why now in life?
Are you feeling low or worried? Undergoing a big change? Looking to process events from the past or present? Relationships feeling strained? Or is there there something else that’s bothering you? Having a compassionate professional alongside you while you navigate complex and intense feelings can be an invaluable help and support. I’d seek to be that support and I’d help facilitate a space for you to learn more about yourself. Someone you can lean on and hopefully together we can see if we can get you to where you want to be.
I am very skilled and experienced in working with mental health issues such as Depression and Anxiety, as well as addictive behaviour and related issues such as trauma. I have been a mental health professional for 45yrs, both as a Mental Health Nurse and as a BACP Registered Therapist. I have also survived my own life issues, including addictions and have been sober for 25yrs. I feel that having professional qualifications as well as lived experience helps me to make a stronger connection with my clients
I am very skilled and experienced in working with mental health issues such as Depression and Anxiety, as well as addictive behaviour and related issues such as trauma. I have been a mental health professional for 45yrs, both as a Mental Health Nurse and as a BACP Registered Therapist. I have also survived my own life issues, including addictions and have been sober for 25yrs. I feel that having professional qualifications as well as lived experience helps me to make a stronger connection with my clients
I have vast experience of working in areas such as: Affairs, Communication Breakdown, Conflict, Abuse, and Trauma. I work with each person's uniqueness in diverse situations including supporting each individual to find more satisfying ways to manage the challenges they are experiencing such as Anxiety, Low Mood, Depression or even Bereavement . I also offer Supervision to Counsellors and those in the helping professions. I also offer telephone and Online Counselling. I am a COSCA Practitioner Member. I have a Masters in Counselling from Abertay University. I have a Diploma in Relationship Counselling and I am also a Trainer.
I have vast experience of working in areas such as: Affairs, Communication Breakdown, Conflict, Abuse, and Trauma. I work with each person's uniqueness in diverse situations including supporting each individual to find more satisfying ways to manage the challenges they are experiencing such as Anxiety, Low Mood, Depression or even Bereavement . I also offer Supervision to Counsellors and those in the helping professions. I also offer telephone and Online Counselling. I am a COSCA Practitioner Member. I have a Masters in Counselling from Abertay University. I have a Diploma in Relationship Counselling and I am also a Trainer.
Many of my clients come to me because they face: Relationship, sex and family issues, anxieties and breakdown - Work and professional stress, anxiety and crisis - Alcoholism, drug dependency, sexual, relational and other addiction problems - Weight loss, smoking cessation and other life-goal issues - Eating disorders, including anorexia, bulimia, binge eating and other food dependency issues - LGBT, minority and other discrimination issues - Self-confidence, self-esteem and anxiety-related issues.
Many of my clients come to me because they face: Relationship, sex and family issues, anxieties and breakdown - Work and professional stress, anxiety and crisis - Alcoholism, drug dependency, sexual, relational and other addiction problems - Weight loss, smoking cessation and other life-goal issues - Eating disorders, including anorexia, bulimia, binge eating and other food dependency issues - LGBT, minority and other discrimination issues - Self-confidence, self-esteem and anxiety-related issues.
In particular, I am highly experienced in working within the south asian community.
I provide sessions face to face, online via video call and also by telephone. The space I offer you is free of judgment and is a safe, confidential space to talk and explore the difficulties you are facing. I offer empathy, unconditional acceptance, respect, genuineness and I will work with you at your own time and pace.
In particular, I am highly experienced in working within the south asian community.
I provide sessions face to face, online via video call and also by telephone. The space I offer you is free of judgment and is a safe, confidential space to talk and explore the difficulties you are facing. I offer empathy, unconditional acceptance, respect, genuineness and I will work with you at your own time and pace.
As a highly experienced counsellor, my ideal client is someone seeking to navigate life's complexities, often they are feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or relationship challenges and crave a safe space to explore emotions and gain clarity on their circumstances. Their primary goals will include improving mental & emotional well-being, building resilience, and developing healthier connections with themselves and others. Ultimately, they want to uncover their inner strengths, restore a sense of balance, and cultivate a more fulfilling life, driven by the desire for personal growth and lasting happiness.
As a highly experienced counsellor, my ideal client is someone seeking to navigate life's complexities, often they are feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or relationship challenges and crave a safe space to explore emotions and gain clarity on their circumstances. Their primary goals will include improving mental & emotional well-being, building resilience, and developing healthier connections with themselves and others. Ultimately, they want to uncover their inner strengths, restore a sense of balance, and cultivate a more fulfilling life, driven by the desire for personal growth and lasting happiness.
Are you seeking clarity, calm, and a deeper connection with yourself?
I support individuals feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected, whether from trauma, stress, or life transitions. My approach blends neurofeedback, somatic therapy, breath work and holistic techniques to restore balance, regulate emotions, and build resilience. Together, we’ll reconnect mind and body, deepen self-awareness, and create space for healing. If you’re ready for personalized, integrative care that supports lasting transformation, I’m here to walk alongside you.
Are you seeking clarity, calm, and a deeper connection with yourself?
I support individuals feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected, whether from trauma, stress, or life transitions. My approach blends neurofeedback, somatic therapy, breath work and holistic techniques to restore balance, regulate emotions, and build resilience. Together, we’ll reconnect mind and body, deepen self-awareness, and create space for healing. If you’re ready for personalized, integrative care that supports lasting transformation, I’m here to walk alongside you.
The Psychology Rooms is large mental health clinic with expertise in CAMHS, adult mental health and physical health (pain and medical conditions). Our clinic is friendly and our clinic rooms are designed specifically for adults, teens or children. We are open from 9am to 8pm to suit school and work hours. We offer are:
• Evidence based psychological therapies for all ages, families and couples
• Psychological assessment for surgery (cosmetic and medical)
• Psychological preparation for coping with surgery or genetic testing
• Expert witness reports for court, tribunals and compensation.
• Mental health first aid training
The Psychology Rooms is large mental health clinic with expertise in CAMHS, adult mental health and physical health (pain and medical conditions). Our clinic is friendly and our clinic rooms are designed specifically for adults, teens or children. We are open from 9am to 8pm to suit school and work hours. We offer are:
• Evidence based psychological therapies for all ages, families and couples
• Psychological assessment for surgery (cosmetic and medical)
• Psychological preparation for coping with surgery or genetic testing
• Expert witness reports for court, tribunals and compensation.
• Mental health first aid training
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Why is it important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive?
A culturally sensitive therapist would be respectful and considerate of different groups, with regard to race, sexual orientation, gender, and other factors that are important to an individual. These considerations can help a client feel understood as well as validated. While some people think highlighting race could promote stereotypes and bias, more understanding and knowledge about cultural differences is a positive for a healthy therapeutic alliance.
How can I recognise an effective Asian therapist?
You can discern a lot by asking how familiar the potential therapist is with different cultures, as well as asking how they might address issues related to identity, values, and beliefs. Also inquire about their education, as well as any particular training they may have completed, such as cultural sensitivity or diversity and inclusion programs.
What if the therapist does not have my exact background?
The therapist may not share a client’s exact background, but the therapist may have plenty of hands-on experience as well as the sensitivity needed for therapeutic progress. Their sensitivity to different populations will help the client feel accepted and comfortable in sharing their concerns and difficulties.
How might I inquire about a therapist's experience with Asian clients?
A therapist with an Asian background may have experience within their community, as well as broader cultural sensitivity. Ask the potential therapist whether they've worked with individuals who share your background. If they have not worked with similar clients, they may well know someone who has such experience.
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.