Sunah Akhtar, BACP
BACP-registered psychotherapist for practical growth
- Offers CBT and mindfulness
- BACP registered therapist
- Provides online session options
About Sunah Akhtar
Sunah Akhtar is a BACP-registered psychotherapist practicing from The Awareness Centre in Clapham and working with clients across the United Kingdom and beyond. With a practice grounded in evidence-based methods and a person-centered stance, she supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and attachment difficulties, trauma, and a wide range of life transitions. Sunah brings nine years of professional experience to her work and draws on both clinical skills and lived insight to help clients develop clearer thinking and healthier coping strategies.
Her early clinical training included a four-year placement at WeStand and Renaissance Horizon where she provided emotional and practical support to people in distress. She also delivers therapy through online channels, offering remote sessions that enable continuity of care for clients who prefer digital access. Sunah integrates cognitive behavioral techniques and mindfulness with a compassionate, client-centered approach so that each plan is tailored to individual needs.
Sunah has worked with issues such as panic attacks, low self-esteem, shame, addiction concerns, grief, parenting and family difficulties, and ongoing personal development. Her interest in social entrepreneurship has informed a strengths-based view of resilience and adaptability. She aims to cultivate empathy, acceptance, and practical tools so that people can move toward more fulfilling and balanced lives.
Her early clinical training included a four-year placement at WeStand and Renaissance Horizon where she provided emotional and practical support to people in distress. She also delivers therapy through online channels, offering remote sessions that enable continuity of care for clients who prefer digital access. Sunah integrates cognitive behavioral techniques and mindfulness with a compassionate, client-centered approach so that each plan is tailored to individual needs.
Sunah has worked with issues such as panic attacks, low self-esteem, shame, addiction concerns, grief, parenting and family difficulties, and ongoing personal development. Her interest in social entrepreneurship has informed a strengths-based view of resilience and adaptability. She aims to cultivate empathy, acceptance, and practical tools so that people can move toward more fulfilling and balanced lives.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult 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 Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Sunah Akhtar have?
Sunah Akhtar has 9 years of experience.
Is Sunah Akhtar a registered therapist?
Yes. Sunah Akhtar holds BACP membership - BACP stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. Registration details were not provided.
In which languages does Sunah Akhtar provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English, Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu.
Where is Sunah Akhtar located?
Sunah is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Sunah Akhtar as my therapist?
You can work with Sunah Akhtar through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Sunah Akhtar work with international clients?
Yes, Sunah Akhtar works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Sunah Akhtar 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 with therapy is quick and straightforward. 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.
Approaches for Online Therapy and Emotional Work
Sunah commonly draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy when working online. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and encourages action guided by personal values - it is often helpful for anxiety, avoidance, and navigating life changes. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns of relating that develop from early connections and helps address relationship struggles, attachment wounds, and intimacy concerns by exploring relational patterns and building new ways of connecting. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact, offering practical strategies to reduce anxiety and depressive symptoms and to change unhelpful thinking habits.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Sunah collaborates with each person to identify which methods fit their goals, preferences, and presenting concerns, adapting techniques as therapy progresses to ensure a good therapeutic fit with the client.
Online therapy with Sunah is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexible options for people with busy schedules, mobility limits, or those who prefer remote care. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of support and to access registered professionals from different locations.