BACP

Summar Ali, BACP

Therapist in the UK

Summar is a BACP therapist in the UK.

11+ years of experience
Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, Addictions
Approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy

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About Summar

Summar Ali is a United Kingdom-based therapist who brings 11 years of clinical experience to a compassionate, client-focused practice. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, depression, grief, parenting challenges, sleep problems, career concerns, ADHD and a wide range of other life issues, including work with LGBT clients and family dynamics. Her approach is informed by additional training and clinical roles across settings - from CAMHS in the NHS to school counselling, drug and alcohol services, bereavement support and sexual trauma work for a local charity - which together support a broad, practical understanding of emotional and relational difficulties.

Summar has also lectured at the University of Southampton and the Anna Freud Centre, teaching trainees who work in NHS services, and she combines that teaching experience with hands-on practice that includes animal-assisted therapy alongside her online work. She holds the BACP credential - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and has academic qualifications including a BA in Counselling and Psychotherapy, postgraduate certificates in evidence-based interventions for children and young people and in supervisory skills, a higher education certificate in academic practice with fellowship status, and continuing professional development in the neurobiology of trauma. This mix of clinical, teaching and specialised training underpins a holistic, empathetic style that aims to help people make sense of difficult experiences and move toward practical, sustainable change.

Evidence-informed approaches for online therapy

Summar Ali draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to guide online work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and learn practical ways to live with difficult thoughts and feelings while pursuing meaningful actions - it is often used for anxiety, stress and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships influence current patterns and helps clients build safer, more secure ways of relating to others - it can be useful for relationship difficulties, abandonment and attachment issues. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers structured techniques to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, making it effective for depression, anxiety, sleep problems and many everyday challenges.

Finding the right blend of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Summar Ali works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods best suit their needs, goals and preferences, adjusting the focus over time based on progress and feedback.

Online therapy with Summar Ali uses video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for people with busy schedules, mobility limits or those living in different time zones. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, fit sessions around work and family commitments, and access licensed professionals from afar while working toward practical, meaningful change.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Summar Ali have?

Summar Ali has 11 years of experience.

Is Summar Ali a licensed therapist?

Yes. Summar Ali holds the BACP credential. No additional license details are provided.

In which languages does Summar Ali provide therapy?

Summar Ali provides therapy in English.

Where is Summar Ali located?

Summar Ali is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Summar Ali as my therapist?

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

Does Summar Ali work with international clients?

Yes, Summar Ali works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Summar Ali 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 canceled 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.