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Pinar Cakir, BACP

Psychodynamic therapist for anxiety and relationships
  • Depression and anxiety support
  • LGBTQ+ and family issues
  • Grief and loss assistance

About Pinar Cakir

Pinar Cakir is a qualified psychodynamic psychotherapist based in London who draws on an understanding of early life experiences to help clients make sense of current patterns in relationships and emotional life. She believes that the ways people think, feel, and relate are often rooted in past connections, and she uses this perspective to explore recurring themes that can contribute to anxiety, low mood, or difficulties in close relationships.

With five years of clinical experience, Pinar has supported people facing depression, stress and anxiety, LGBTQ+ related concerns, family conflict, and grief and loss. She focuses on building a trusting therapeutic relationship over time, offering a calm and nonjudgmental space where thoughts and emotions can be examined and shared. Her work aims to empower clients to take steps toward a more fulfilling life, combining thoughtful listening with therapeutic insight.

Pinar holds BACP accreditation - membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which signals professional training and adherence to professional standards in the UK. She works in English and is open to working with clients internationally, using psychology-informed approaches to help people navigate change and cope with life challenges.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCodependencyDependent personalityDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesFirst responder issuesGender dysphoriaHearing impairedHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesInfidelityIntellectual disabilityJealousyVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSmoking / vaping cessationSomatizationVisually impairedYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Pinar Cakir have?

Pinar has five years of experience working as a psychodynamic psychotherapist.

Is Pinar Cakir a registered therapist?

Yes. Pinar holds BACP accreditation. BACP refers to the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and indicates professional training and membership of that UK body.

In which languages does Pinar Cakir provide therapy?

Pinar provides therapy in English.

Where is Pinar Cakir located?

Pinar is based in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Pinar Cakir as my therapist?

You can work with Pinar through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Pinar Cakir work with international clients?

Yes, Pinar works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Pinar Cakir 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 how online therapy supports them



Pinar draws on psychodynamic therapy to explore how early relationships and past experiences influence present patterns of thinking and relating. This approach helps when recurring emotional difficulties, relationship conflicts, or persistent low mood feel linked to long-standing patterns rather than single events.

She also uses Emotionally-Focused Therapy - a method that focuses on identifying and reshaping emotional responses within close relationships. EFT is helpful for people navigating family conflict, attachment concerns, or relational distress by clarifying emotional needs and fostering connection.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Pinar collaborates with each person to identify which method or combination of methods best matches their goals, preferences, and the issues they want to address, adapting the plan as therapy progresses.

Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - offer flexibility for people with busy schedules, mobility limits, or those living at a distance. These formats enable ongoing contact with registered professionals and therapists in ways that can fit daily life while maintaining continuity of care and therapeutic progress.

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