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Akhtar Counselling & Psychological Services covers the UK and Ireland. 
All appointments are exclusively booked online.

Open 7 days per week till 11:00 pm, including public holidays.​​

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Why counselling or psychology?

People come to therapy for various reasons. Some may want to have better social awareness or to better their communication in sustaining a relationship, even parental struggles with a child or children-related issues that seem too challenging to manage, even those struggling with internal battles such as anger-related issues and anxiety being a concern in life goal progression.​​​

​Four key methods used in my approach to counselling are:

  1. Using unconditional positive regard – Unconditional acceptance.

  2. Having empathic understanding – From the client’s perspective.

  3. Expressing congruence – Honest and genuine approach.

  4. Raising questions – Challenges the client to express themselves.​​​

​​​How therapy supports you:

  1. It provides you with a safe space to talk without judgement.

  2. Aiming to make sense of issues and understand yourself better.

  3. It helps you to resolve complicated feelings or find ways to live with them.

  4. Providing you with the awareness of recognising unhealthy patterns.​​

​​​​​​Services offered:
Support individuals, couples, and families facing life changes, identity crises, employment issues, and wellbeing concerns. Including support for bereavement, homicide-related matters, and those facing terminal illness. ​Domestic-related issues, self-harm, or suicidal tendencies, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). ​​Anxiety, depression, loneliness, anger, aggression, stress, lack of confidence, bullying, low self-worth, and guilt. ​​And more.
Telephone Therapy: Click here for supporting evidence.
Telephone therapy is an essential factor for crisis support. It now caters to busy individuals who need counselling and often to those who are nervous or fearful and want to keep anonymity. This service is accessible to people from all groups, regardless of location, which adds extra security for therapy provided out of town. 
“Telephone counselling provides a sense of confidentiality, anonymity, and reassurance if you feel nervous, embarrassed, or fearful about talking." Counselling Directory.​​
Online Therapy: Click here for supporting evidence.
Online therapy is the most resourceful tool, allowing remote access, especially for those with physical limitations or a demanding career. Being behind the screen enables more anonymity, allowing us to separate our actions from the real world and our identities. We feel less vulnerable about opening up and intimidated to speak our minds to people in person because of their status, gender, or race. However, this is less visible online, making us feel freer to express ourselves authentically.
“Online counselling offers a sense of calm, making it easier for clients to discuss their issues." UK Therapy Guide.​​​
Psychology​​​ Services: Click here for more information.
Please refer to the blog page to better understand the difference between psychology and counselling. 
Supervision​: Please get in touch with the therapist for more information
Providing clinical supervision to students and professional therapists.​​​

  • How does your appointment system work?
    Akhtar offers a self-booking system, so you won’t feel pressured to book more than you believe is required. However, the therapist may recommend how many sessions you may need, including the frequency, to ensure you do not relapse in your well-being. To meet all service users’ needs and requirements, we offer sessions in person, online, and via telephone. Akhtar Counselling is open till the late evenings and on public holidays.
  • Is counselling and psychology the same thing?
    A counsellor will use a client-centred approach to develop an understanding of the behaviour or feelings to overcome issues of concern and difficulty. For some clients, a simple act of talking may help. For others, it is a tailored approach. Psychologists also teach clients healthy patterns to deal with challenges. However, using clinical research, they can support a wider group of people living with specific conditions.
  • Who do you provide your services to?
    Akhtar provides services to individuals, couples, and families, as well as adults and children from the age of 5 onwards.
  • Is the counsellor right for me?
    There is no correct answer; it depends on who you can click with. A therapist should provide a safe space, aim to understand your situation, ask clarifying questions, and unconditionally accept you; you should not seek a therapist to seek approval. Once you find the right person, you will eventually see a more fulfilling process.
  • How does counselling help in improving social awareness and communication in relationships?
    Counselling helps individuals develop social awareness by allowing them to explore their thoughts, emotions, and behaviours in a safe environment. It also enhances communication skills by encouraging open dialogue and active listening.

​​With huge savings on a pre-booked package deal of 6 sessions & concession rates available.
Click here for more information and booking.​
​Registered membership: ACCPH #2244 ​(Accredited Counsellors, Coaches, Psychotherapists, and Hypnotherapists). Qualified and approved member of the ACCPH and insured.​

Address
The Vale, Golders Green.
London, NW11 8TL.

Phone 07719271779

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Open 7 days per week till 11:00 pm, including public holidays.​​

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