Iffat Iqbal, BACP

Iffat Iqbal is a UK-based therapist with three years of professional experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, trauma and abuse, and difficulties with self-esteem and motivation. She works with a wide range of concerns including abandonment and attachment issues, body image and self-love, caregiver stress, communication and control problems, guilt and shame, impulsivity, loneliness, life purpose and midlife transitions, financial worries, and post-traumatic stress.

Holding BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) credentialing, she approaches each person with kindness, respect, and a commitment to individualised care. Her practice is grounded in client-centered therapy, which prioritises the client’s perspective and supports growth at a pace that feels right for them. Iffat aims to create a supportive space where people can explore their experiences, build insight, and develop practical coping strategies for everyday life.

She recognises the courage it takes to seek help and emphasises collaboration in shaping treatment plans that reflect each person’s goals and circumstances. Iffat offers flexible appointment formats and encourages prospective clients to learn more about her work through Mother Tree Counselling. She looks forward to connecting with people ready to take steps toward meaningful change.

Client-Centered Support and Online Options

Client-centered therapy focuses on creating a respectful, nonjudgmental space where the therapist follows the client’s lead, reflecting back understanding and helping the person discover their own solutions. This approach is especially helpful for building self-esteem, exploring relationship patterns, and coping with life transitions because it values the client’s experience and personal goals.

Within that client-centered framework, conversations are tailored to the issues presented - whether managing anxiety, processing trauma, or improving communication - so the work feels relevant and practical. The therapist and client collaborate to identify goals and adjust the approach over time, ensuring the therapeutic style fits the client’s needs and preferences.

Online therapy in this practice is available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access licensed professionals from home, reduce travel time, and maintain continuity of care when life circumstances change. The therapist will work with each person to choose the format that best supports their progress and day-to-day life.