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Ayaz Akhtar, BACP

Ayaz Akhtar is a psychotherapist practising in the United Kingdom with five years of experience.

Stress, Anxiety
Grief
Parenting issues
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About Ayaz

Ayaz Akhtar is a psychotherapist practising in the United Kingdom with five years of experience. He holds BACP accreditation, and he works with adults and adolescents who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression and complex life changes. He aims to create a respectful, compassionate space where people can begin to talk about what feels hard for them.

Ayaz uses a collaborative approach. He listens first, and then helps clients shape a plan that fits their needs.

Background and approach

Sessions are tailored to each person so the work is practical and relevant to everyday life. He has supported people facing trauma and abuse, mood disorders, panic and self-harm, and those living with ADHD or bipolar mood swings. He also helps with relationship strain, parenting concerns, grief and career stress.

His practice includes work with attachment and issues such as guilt, shame and isolation. Therapeutic methods include attachment-based work, client-centred listening, psychodynamic thinking, dialectical behaviour strategies and EMDR for trauma-related memories. Ayaz blends these approaches to match the person in front of him rather than following a fixed recipe.

He describes his stance as non-judgemental and sensitive. The sessions aim to increase understanding, build coping skills and support steady change over time. Ayaz invites people to take steps at their own pace, offering steady support as they work towards clearer goals.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	389469	August 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

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Focus areas and approaches

Everything Ayaz lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Grief
Parenting issues
Anger management
Depression
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Sleeping disorders
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Antisocial personality
Attachment issues
Dependent personality
Dissociation
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Isolation / loneliness
Mood disorders
Narcissism
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Self-harm
Young adult issues

Ways of working Ayaz names

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Approaches that suit online therapy

Attachment-based work focuses on patterns in close relationships and how early bonds shape the way people relate now; it helps with relationship worries, attachment issues and feelings of abandonment. Client-centred therapy puts the person at the heart of the session, using empathic listening to help people speak openly and find their own solutions for stress, anxiety and low mood. Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) is used to process distressing memories and reduce their emotional impact, so it can be helpful for trauma-related symptoms and abuse survivors.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Ayaz will discuss different methods and make decisions together based on your goals, preferences and what feels most helpful. He adapts the way he works as therapy progresses so that the plan stays relevant and practical.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to give flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions are useful when bandwidth is limited or a quieter check-in is needed. Live chat or messaging supports brief updates, reflections between sessions or people who prefer text. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family life and travel while keeping focus on steady progress.

Frequently asked

What concerns does Ayaz work with?

He helps with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and family issues, parenting, sleep problems, self-esteem, career worries and mood disorders including bipolar and ADHD-related challenges.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

Sessions are collaborative and client-centred with a focus on listening first. He combines practical skills work with exploration of patterns and past experiences.

What is his professional background?

He has five years of clinical experience supporting adults and adolescents with a wide range of mental health and relationship concerns.

What credentials and location should I know about?

He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are supported and can international clients join?

Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.

What session formats are available?

Work can happen via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How does payment and cost work?

Cost varies with location and therapist arrangements; sessions are organised through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Press the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.