Jatinder Purwaha, BACP
Trauma-focused therapist with extensive experience
- Trauma specialist
- EMDR trained 2019
- 32 years experience
About Jatinder Purwaha
Jatinder Purwaha is a UK-licensed therapist with 32 years of professional experience, known for a focused practice working with trauma. He completed EMDR training in the United Kingdom through EMDR UK in 2019 and holds BACP credentials (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy), reflecting his commitment to recognised professional standards.
He specialises in supporting people dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, depression, and addiction. Drawing on decades of practice, he creates an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored honestly. His approach emphasises empathetic listening and collaborative work to help individuals take meaningful steps toward greater wellbeing.
Jatinder frames the first steps toward change as an act of courage and positions himself as a steady source of support throughout that process. He combines trauma-focused skills, including EMDR training, with established therapeutic methods to tailor interventions to each person’s needs. The aim is practical, compassionate assistance to help people cope with life’s challenges and move toward a more fulfilling, balanced life.
He specialises in supporting people dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, depression, and addiction. Drawing on decades of practice, he creates an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored honestly. His approach emphasises empathetic listening and collaborative work to help individuals take meaningful steps toward greater wellbeing.
Jatinder frames the first steps toward change as an act of courage and positions himself as a steady source of support throughout that process. He combines trauma-focused skills, including EMDR training, with established therapeutic methods to tailor interventions to each person’s needs. The aim is practical, compassionate assistance to help people cope with life’s challenges and move toward a more fulfilling, balanced life.
Areas of Expertise
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityCancerCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationDomestic violenceForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Jatinder Purwaha have?
Jatinder Purwaha has 32 years of professional experience.
Is Jatinder Purwaha a registered therapist?
Yes. He holds BACP credentials.
In which languages does Jatinder Purwaha provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English, Hindi, and Punjabi.
Where is Jatinder Purwaha located?
He is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Jatinder Purwaha as my therapist?
You can work with Jatinder Purwaha through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Jatinder Purwaha work with international clients?
Yes, Jatinder Purwaha works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Jatinder Purwaha 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 and online care
Jatinder often draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Attachment-Based Therapy to guide his work online. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting overwhelmed and then focus on actions that reflect their values - it can be useful for stress, anxiety, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy explores relational patterns formed in early relationships and how they influence current connections and coping - it can help with attachment issues, relationship difficulties, and trauma responses.Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the collaborative process. Jatinder will work together with people to identify which methods best match their needs, goals, and personal preferences, adapting the plan as progress unfolds.
Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for busy schedules and for people who cannot attend in person. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care across time zones and life changes while allowing registered professionals to deliver consistent therapeutic support in a format that suits each person.