Layla Kareem, BACP
BACP-qualified counsellor offering text-based therapy
- Person-centered care
- Relational focus
- Text-based sessions only
About Layla Kareem
Layla Kareem is a BACP-qualified counsellor practising in Central London who draws on a compassionate, person-centered style to support people through a wide range of personal difficulties. With six years of experience, she offers a welcoming, non-judgemental space where clients can explore emotions, reflect on relationships, and work through life transitions at a pace that suits them.
She adapts her approach to each person, combining person-centered listening with psychodynamic ideas and elements of mindfulness and existential exploration to help clients gain insight and develop practical coping strategies. Layla aims to be wholeheartedly present, encouraging open conversation and emotional release without pressure or quick fixes.
Sessions are offered via text-based formats to suit people who prefer written communication or who need a more flexible way to engage with therapy. As a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), she follows recognised professional standards for counselling practice.
Layla works collaboratively with clients to identify goals and tailor sessions around individual preferences, whether the focus is on stress and anxiety, relationship and intimacy issues, grief and loss, trauma and abuse, career concerns, or broader questions about identity and meaning.
She adapts her approach to each person, combining person-centered listening with psychodynamic ideas and elements of mindfulness and existential exploration to help clients gain insight and develop practical coping strategies. Layla aims to be wholeheartedly present, encouraging open conversation and emotional release without pressure or quick fixes.
Sessions are offered via text-based formats to suit people who prefer written communication or who need a more flexible way to engage with therapy. As a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), she follows recognised professional standards for counselling practice.
Layla works collaboratively with clients to identify goals and tailor sessions around individual preferences, whether the focus is on stress and anxiety, relationship and intimacy issues, grief and loss, trauma and abuse, career concerns, or broader questions about identity and meaning.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Family conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBody imageCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFatherhood issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Layla Kareem have?
Layla has six years of professional experience working with adults on a range of emotional and relational issues.
Is Layla Kareem a registered therapist?
Yes. Layla holds BACP accreditation, which indicates membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Layla Kareem provide therapy?
Layla provides therapy in English.
Where is Layla Kareem located?
Layla is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Layla Kareem as my therapist?
You can work with Layla through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Layla Kareem work with international clients?
Yes, Layla works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Layla Kareem 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with a 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.
Relational and Existential Approaches Delivered Online
Client-centered therapy emphasises a warm, accepting therapeutic relationship in which the therapist reflects and supports the client's own capacity for growth. This approach helps people who need space to explore feelings, build self-esteem, and make sense of personal choices.Attachment-based work focuses on how early relationships shape present patterns of connection and trust. It can be useful for those struggling with intimacy, abandonment, family-of-origin issues, or repeating relationship difficulties.
Existential therapy invites reflection on meaning, responsibility, and life transitions, helping clients facing questions about purpose, loss, or major changes. Layla combines these perspectives to tailor support around each person's concerns rather than offering a one-size-fits-all model.
Deciding which approach fits best is part of the therapeutic process. Layla works collaboratively with clients to explore goals, preferences, and practical needs, adjusting methods as trust and clarity grow.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit therapy into busy lives, manage travel limitations, or access support from different locations. For many people, these options increase consistency and make it simpler to maintain momentum between sessions with registered professionals and therapists.