Sunah Akhtar, BACP

Sunah Akhtar is a BACP-registered psychotherapist who supports individuals navigating stress, relationships, trauma, and major life changes. As a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), she blends professional training with an empathic, person-centered stance to help clients develop clearer thinking and healthier patterns.

Sunah has delivered direct emotional support during a four-year placement at WeStand and Renaissance Horizon, and she offers therapy sessions remotely as well as from The Awareness Centre in Clapham. Her work covers a wide spectrum of concerns, including work-life balance, life transitions, anxiety and panic, depression, low self-esteem, shame, attachment difficulties, relationship problems, trauma, suicidal thoughts, and ongoing personal development.

Drawing on evidence-based methods such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and mindfulness, Sunah adapts her approach to each individual’s needs. She combines structured techniques with a compassionate, collaborative style so that care is tailored to the client’s goals. Her wider interest in social entrepreneurship informs a practical focus on resilience and adaptation, and she is available to work with clients from the United Kingdom and internationally.

Evidence-informed approaches and flexible online therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify what matters most to them and build psychological flexibility by combining mindfulness with practical actions. It is often helpful for persistent anxiety, stress, life transitions, and when people want to live in line with their values.

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns of relating developed in early life and explores how those patterns affect current relationships. It can support people working through attachment difficulties, relationship conflicts, grief, and intimacy-related concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Sunah works collaboratively with each person and will explore which methods fit best based on the client’s needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place via video calls, by phone, through live chat, or with text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives, to maintain continuity across locations, and to choose the format that feels most comfortable for the individual. Licensed professionals and therapists can deliver effective care through these modalities while remaining focused on measurable progress and real-world skills.