Noreen Akhtar , BACP, NCPS

Noreen Akhtar is a UK-based therapist who supports people navigating trauma, abuse, grief and loss, and a wide range of emotional challenges. She holds BACP and NCPS credentials - BACP indicates membership of a recognised UK counselling association and NCPS denotes additional professional certification - and she draws on evidence-informed approaches to help clients build coping skills and restore emotional balance.

Noreen creates an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored honestly and at the client’s pace. She works collaboratively to identify practical tools and meaningful goals, tailoring sessions to each person’s situation and preferences. Whether someone is facing anxiety, relationship strain, or the long shadow of past trauma, she focuses on helping them find ways to manage distress and move forward.

Starting therapy can take courage, and Noreen acknowledges that first step as a significant milestone. She aims to make the process approachable and respectful, offering steady support as clients work through difficult emotions and life transitions.

Therapeutic approaches and remote care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients accept difficult thoughts and feelings while clarifying personal values and committing to meaningful action. It is often useful for anxiety, depression, and coping with painful life events because it focuses on building psychological flexibility rather than eliminating uncomfortable experiences.

Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships shape current patterns in relationships and emotional responses. It can be especially helpful for people dealing with relationship difficulties, abandonment issues, family of origin concerns, and the effects of past trauma.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Noreen works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She integrates techniques as appropriate and revisits the plan together so therapy remains focused and relevant.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can be arranged as video calls, phone conversations, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent support from licensed professionals and therapists regardless of location, allowing clients to maintain continuity of care while balancing everyday life.