Dr. Pegah Houshmand , HCPC

Dr. Pegah Houshmand is a HCPC-registered Practitioner Psychologist with a Doctorate in Counselling Psychology and twelve years of experience working across the NHS and the private sector in the United Kingdom. She brings an integrative, evidence-informed approach to therapy, tailoring techniques to each person's needs while keeping the therapeutic relationship collaborative and goal-focused.

Her practice emphasizes a compassionate, non-judgmental atmosphere where clients can explore difficult emotions and past experiences while also identifying strengths and practical ways to move forward. Dr. Houshmand draws on a range of psychological models to address issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, bereavement, relationship difficulties, addiction, and eating concerns. She aims to help people develop more sustainable ways of managing stress and emotion so they can live more satisfying lives.

In addition to work with adults and couples, Dr. Houshmand has trained with Place2Be and has supported children and young people using creative and play-based methods. She also provides space for parents to reflect on their child’s needs and to explore strategies that support development and family wellbeing. Her style is collaborative, practical, and oriented towards meaningful change.

Therapeutic Approaches and Remote Support

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and build psychological flexibility. It combines mindfulness and values-based action to address anxiety, depression, and patterns of avoidance by helping clients accept difficult feelings while committing to meaningful change.

Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships shape current emotional patterns and interpersonal responses. It is useful for addressing relationship difficulties, attachment wounds, and issues that stem from loss, abandonment, or disrupted early care.

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on offering an empathetic, non-judgmental space where the client’s perspective guides the work. This approach supports self-exploration, self-compassion, and personal growth, and can be helpful for a wide range of concerns including stress, self-esteem, and life transitions.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Dr. Houshmand works with clients to identify their goals, preferences, and practical needs, then tailors methods from these approaches to best support each person’s progress.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which provide flexibility for people balancing work, family, or geographical constraints. These remote formats make it easier to access licensed professionals and maintain continuity of care while adapting to each client’s scheduling and communication preferences.