- CBT methods
- Client-centred work
- Mindfulness practice
About Ilkay
Ilkay Alici is a counsellor and psychotherapist and a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). She has 14 years of experience and lists concerns including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting challenges, relationship difficulties, addiction, eating and sleeping problems, and mood conditions such as depression and bipolar. Ilkay works in the United Kingdom and offers services in English and Turkish.
Ilkay uses a straightforward, person-focused approach in sessions. She draws on Client-Centred Therapy to listen and reflect what matters to the client. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is used to identify patterns in thinking and behaviour and to try practical ways to change them. Mindfulness techniques are also included to help with stress, anxiety and attention difficulties.
She often supports people dealing with identity and intimacy-related issues, family and blended family concerns, abandonment and attachment difficulties, body image and communication problems. The biography also notes work with compassion fatigue, caregiver stress, chronic illness and issues such as ADHD and codependency.
Ilkay describes starting therapy as a step that takes courage. In practical terms she asks people to complete a short matching questionnaire before the first session. Sessions are arranged after that initial step so goals and what to focus on can be discussed. The emphasis is on clear conversation, practical tools and checking what is helpful as work continues.
Sessions may be suitable for young adults facing transitions such as leaving home, study pressures, early career stress and relationship changes. International clients can be accepted, and the therapist speaks both English and Turkish.
How Ilkay uses approaches in online therapy
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what the client says. It aims to create a clear, non-judgemental space where people can talk through issues such as relationship strain, grief and identity concerns.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours. CBT helps with anxiety, low mood, unhelpful habits and practical problems by testing small changes and learning what works.
Mindfulness Therapy uses simple attention and breathing practices to reduce stress and increase present-moment awareness. This can be useful for managing anxiety, improving sleep and supporting attention difficulties such as ADHD.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and what feels useful, and will adapt methods as sessions progress. That collaborative process helps decide whether to focus more on reflective listening, CBT exercises or mindfulness practice.
Check the current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around study, work and caring commitments. They can also allow for shorter check-ins, quieter timings or sessions without video when that better suits daily life.
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Experience
14+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English, Turkish
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting challenges, addiction, eating and sleeping problems, depression and bipolar among other concerns.
What is her therapeutic style?
Sessions combine client-centred listening with practical CBT techniques and mindfulness exercises to address thinking patterns, emotion regulation and daily stress.
How much experience does she have?
She has 14 years of professional experience as a counsellor and psychotherapist.
What credential or registration does she hold and where is she based?
She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and works in the United Kingdom.
Can I have sessions in Turkish?
Sessions are offered in English and Turkish.
Does she see clients outside the UK?
She accepts international clients; confirm specific session options and time zones before booking.
How are sessions paid for and what does cost look like?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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