Ilkay Alici, BACP
Experienced therapist supporting relationships and trauma
- Relationship support
- Trauma and grief
- English and Turkish
About Ilkay Alici
Ilkay Alici is a counsellor and psychotherapist with 14 years of clinical experience who works from a person-focused perspective to help individuals and couples navigate difficult life moments. She supports people facing a wide range of concerns, including relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, parenting and family challenges, anxiety and depression, addiction, and issues around self-esteem, intimacy and identity. Her practice also addresses a broad spectrum of related difficulties such as stress, sleeping and eating problems, anger, career concerns, bipolar disorder, ADHD and compassion fatigue.
Ilkay aims to provide a compassionate, non-judgemental space where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings at their own pace. She draws on client-centered principles to build a trusting therapeutic relationship, and integrates cognitive behavioral techniques and mindfulness practices when they suit the person’s goals. Working collaboratively, she helps clients identify patterns that maintain their difficulties and develop practical strategies for change, as well as ways to strengthen relationships and coping resources.
Fluent in English and Turkish and based in the United Kingdom, Ilkay combines academic training with practical experience. She holds an MSc Psych, which is a Master of Science in Psychology, and is MBACP - a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
Ilkay aims to provide a compassionate, non-judgemental space where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings at their own pace. She draws on client-centered principles to build a trusting therapeutic relationship, and integrates cognitive behavioral techniques and mindfulness practices when they suit the person’s goals. Working collaboratively, she helps clients identify patterns that maintain their difficulties and develop practical strategies for change, as well as ways to strengthen relationships and coping resources.
Fluent in English and Turkish and based in the United Kingdom, Ilkay combines academic training with practical experience. She holds an MSc Psych, which is a Master of Science in Psychology, and is MBACP - a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Ilkay Alici have?
Ilkay Alici has 14 years of experience working as a counsellor and psychotherapist.
Is Ilkay Alici a registered therapist?
Yes. She holds BACP registration, indicating membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Ilkay Alici provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English and Turkish.
Where is Ilkay Alici located?
Ilkay is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Ilkay Alici as my therapist?
You can work with Ilkay through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Ilkay Alici work with international clients?
Yes, Ilkay works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Ilkay Alici cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches for online support
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a collaborative, empathic relationship in which the therapist follows the client’s lead, offering acceptance and understanding to help people explore their feelings and values - it is useful for relationship concerns, self-esteem and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns; it offers practical tools and structured strategies that can help with anxiety, depression, stress and coping with unwanted habits. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and gentle acceptance of experience, supporting people who struggle with rumination, emotional reactivity or chronic stress.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey and Ilkay works collaboratively with clients and registered professionals to find what fits best. She discusses goals, preferences and practical needs with each person to shape a tailored plan that may blend elements from different approaches.
Online therapy with Ilkay can take place by video call, phone session, live chat or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for those with busy schedules, mobility limits or who live far from services. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support from different locations and use formats that suit individual communication styles, while still working with experienced therapists and registered professionals to pursue meaningful change.