- Attachment-based work
- Client-centred sessions
- DBT skills focus
About Ayaz
Ayaz Akhtar is a psychotherapist practising in the United Kingdom with five years of clinical experience. He holds BACP registration. He works with adults and adolescents and lists concerns such as anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and family difficulties, career stress, parenting challenges, trauma and ADHD among his areas of focus.
Ayaz uses a collaborative style in sessions. He talks with clients to understand what they want to change and what feels most urgent. Conversations are shaped to the person in front of him rather than following a fixed script.
His background includes supporting people after physical trauma and emotional abuse, and working with clients who have been diagnosed with personality disorders. He also helps people struggling with sleep problems, anger, low self-esteem and major life changes. Young adult issues are included among his core focuses, so he is familiar with pressures around leaving home, study and early careers.
Ayaz draws on several therapeutic approaches and adapts them to the situation. This can mean looking at patterns from early relationships, focusing on present problems, or using skills-based work for intense emotions. He aims to help clients make sense of difficult experiences and develop practical ways to cope day to day.
Practical matters are discussed openly in early sessions. He asks clients to set goals and then reviews progress together. For people wanting a straightforward, talk-based approach that combines reflection with concrete tools, his way of working is direct and solution-focused.
How his approaches translate to online work
Attachment-based work focuses on how early relationships shape current patterns. It looks at trust, closeness and how people react when relationships feel threatened, which can help with relationship strain and attachment issues.Client-centred therapy centres on the client's perspective. The therapist listens and follows what the person brings, helping them clarify their own goals and priorities. This approach suits people who want to be heard and to find their own solutions.
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, or DBT, teaches concrete skills for managing strong emotions and reducing impulsive behaviour. It is useful for anger, panic, self-harm urges and mood instability.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Ayaz will discuss options and test what helps in early sessions, and will adjust methods based on the client's needs, goals and preferences. That collaborative process helps shape a plan that feels workable.
If you want to use online sessions, confirm the current session formats before booking. The main practical benefits are easier scheduling around study or work, the ability to join from different locations when life is busy, and the option to use shorter check-ins when time is limited. Registered or accredited professionals can help fit sessions into everyday routines without requiring long travel.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and a wide range of concerns including parenting, career stress and young adult issues.
How would you describe his approach in sessions?
He uses a collaborative, talk-based style that adapts to each person's needs and mixes reflection with practical skills work.
How much experience does he have?
He has five years of clinical experience working with adults and adolescents on issues such as trauma, mood disorders and relationship difficulties.
What professional credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Can sessions be held in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he take clients from other countries?
International clients are accepted.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What do I need to do to start working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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