Pinar Cakir, BACP

Pinar Cakir is a qualified psychodynamic psychotherapist based in London who works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and family-related concerns. She draws on psychodynamic principles that consider how early relationships and past experiences shape current patterns of thinking and relating, and she uses this understanding to help clients explore underlying feelings and long-standing patterns.

Pinar creates a welcoming space where emotional expression and honest reflection are encouraged without judgment. She has experience supporting people with LGBTQ+ matters, family conflicts, and bereavement, and she aims to collaborate with each person to identify meaningful changes and practical steps forward. Her approach balances thoughtful exploration of personal history with attention to present-day challenges and coping strategies.

Pinar holds BACP credentialing - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which indicates connection to the national professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom. She emphasizes the importance of the therapeutic relationship as a source of insight and growth, and she seeks to empower clients to take the first steps toward a more satisfying and resilient life.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Pinar combines psychodynamic therapy with emotionally focused work and acceptance-based techniques to address emotional and relational difficulties. Psychodynamic therapy explores how early relationships and unconscious patterns influence current feelings and behaviors, helping clients understand recurring difficulties and develop new perspectives. Emotionally-Focused Therapy focuses on identifying and expressing core emotions within relationships, which can be especially helpful for family issues, grief, and attachment concerns. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values, accept difficult thoughts and feelings, and commit to meaningful action, which can support coping with anxiety, stress, and depression.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Pinar works collaboratively with clients to assess needs, goals, and preferences, and she tailors methods over time so the therapy fits the person rather than forcing a single model.

Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - offer flexibility for busy schedules and for those living at a distance. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support from home, and choose the mode of communication that feels most comfortable while working with licensed professionals and therapists.