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Khurshid Ali, NCPS

Khurshid Ali is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who helps people facing stress, anxiety, grief and loss, low self-esteem, motivation issues and career difficulties.

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About Khurshid

Khurshid Ali is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who helps people facing stress, anxiety, grief and loss, low self-esteem, motivation issues and career difficulties. She has four years of professional experience and aims to make it easier for someone to take that first step towards support.

Khurshid encourages honest conversation in a calm setting so clients can speak openly about what they are feeling. Her approach centres on building a trusting working relationship.

Background and approach

She creates space for people to say difficult things and to notice patterns that make life harder. Sessions are conversational and focused on practical steps that suit each person’s pace. Khurshid works with issues related to depression, anger, intimacy and family stress, and supports people who identify as LGBT as they navigate life changes.

She also helps clients manage trauma and abuse-related distress by focusing on coping strategies and immediate needs. Therapy with her often begins with short-term goals such as coping better day to day, managing intense emotions, or getting clearer about career choices. Over time she helps people build confidence and routines that support long-term change.

She invites people to be curious about their thoughts and feelings rather than hard on themselves. The first session focuses on understanding what matters most to the client and planning next steps together.

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NCPS NCS15-02217 June 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

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Approaches that guide online sessions

Two evidence-based therapeutic techniques commonly used by therapists include brief, focused coping skills work and collaborative problem-solving. Coping skills work teaches practical tools for managing anxiety, panic, low mood or strong emotions so people can get through hard moments more easily. Collaborative problem-solving involves identifying patterns that cause repeated stress and testing small changes to daily routines or thinking habits to reduce that strain.

Another helpful approach is goal-focused work that breaks larger issues into manageable steps. This method helps with motivation, career decisions and rebuilding confidence after loss or relationship stress. It is practical and centred on what a person wants to achieve in day-to-day life.

Choosing the right approach happens together. The therapist will ask about current needs, what has helped before, and what feels realistic. From that conversation a plan is made and reviewed as progress is made, adjusting methods to better fit the client’s goals and preferences.

Online therapy offers flexibility in how sessions are held. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when a visual connection matters. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is low or for people who prefer not to be on camera. Live chat and text-based messaging are useful for brief check-ins, flexible scheduling or when someone needs support between longer sessions. These options make it simpler to fit therapy around work, family and day-to-day life.

Frequently asked

What kinds of problems does Khurshid help with?

She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, low self-esteem, career difficulties, anger, intimacy-related issues, family matters, trauma and abuse, and LGBT-related concerns.

What is her counselling style like?

Sessions are conversational and down-to-earth, aimed at creating an open, non-judgemental space and finding practical steps to make life easier.

How much experience does she have?

Khurshid has four years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and life difficulties.

Where is she based and what credential does she hold?

She practises in the United Kingdom and holds NCPS as a listed credential.

Which languages are supported in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

She is not currently accepting clients from outside the United Kingdom.

What formats are available for sessions?

Sessions can be delivered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How do I start therapy with her?

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