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Sunah Akhtar

Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships

About

Are you seeking support to navigate life’s challenges or improve your emotional well-being? Sunah Akhtar (BACP Registered Member 400423) is an experienced psychotherapist dedicated to helping individuals achieve mental clarity and develop healthier mindsets. Working from The Awareness Centre in Clapham, Sunah provides a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space for healing and growth across a range of unique needs.

During a four-year placement at WeStand and Renaissance Horizon, Sunah provided confidential and emotional support to clients. She also offers therapy services through Betterhelp.com, maintaining a safe and trusting genvironment for clients to explore their feelings and thoughts.

She has experience working with a range of psychological and emotional challenges, including work-life balance, life transitions, stress, anxiety, panic attacks, depression, low self-esteem, self-critical thoughts, shame, relationship problems and attachment difficulties.

With a proven track record of achieving meaningful results, Sunah combines her diverse professional experience with evidence-based techniques like CBT and mindfulness. Her person-centered and empathic approach ensures that every client receives tailored care for a variety of concerns, including trauma, suicidal thoughts, mental health challenges, and ongoing personal development.

Beyond her professional expertise, Sunah’s passion for social entrepreneurship has deepened her understanding of human resilience and adaptability. Committed to cultivating compassion, empathy, and acceptance, Sunah empowers clients to thrive and lead fulfilling lives.

Years Experience: 9
Location: United Kingdom, United Kingdom
Accepting New Clients: Yes
Gender: Female
Accepting international clients: Yes
NPI Number:
Credentials:
Languages Spoken: English, Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu
Licenses: BACP #400423 exp 2026-10-21
List of Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Family, Trauma and abuse, Depression, Addictions, LGBT, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating, Sleeping, Parenting, Anger, Self esteem, Career, Bipolar, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Black therapist, Therapist of color, Female therapist, Gay, Non-religious, Conservative therapist, Liberal therapist
Where Can You Work With This Therapist: BetterHelp
Therapist of color: Yes
Communication options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Sunah Akhtar

Compassionate, evidence-based psychotherapy
  • CBT and mindfulness
  • Person-centred therapist
  • The Awareness Centre

Licensed · Professional · Cancel Anytime

About

Sunah Akhtar is a BACP-registered psychotherapist (registration number 400423) with 9 years of clinical experience, based at The Awareness Centre in Clapham. She works with individuals seeking clearer thinking, improved emotional wellbeing and more effective ways of coping with life’s challenges.

During a four-year placement at WeStand and Renaissance Horizon, Sunah provided confidential and emotional support to a diverse range of clients. She also offers therapy through Betterhelp.com, maintaining a trusting environment where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings.

Sunah has worked with many common psychological and emotional difficulties, including work-life balance and life transitions, stress and anxiety, panic attacks, depression, low self-esteem, self-critical thoughts, shame, relationship problems and attachment difficulties. She brings evidence-based methods such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and mindfulness together with a person-centred, empathic style to tailor care to each person’s needs, including support around trauma, suicidal thoughts and ongoing personal development.

Her interest in social entrepreneurship has strengthened her understanding of resilience and adaptability. Sunah is committed to fostering compassion, empathy and acceptance, and she supports people to build healthier mindsets and lead more fulfilling lives.

Location: United Kingdom, United Kingdom
Years Experience: 9
Gender: Female
Languages Spoken: English, Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu
Therapist of Color: Yes
Communication Options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus: Depression, Family, Relationship, Relationship, Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse
Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Addictions, ADHD, Adoption, Aging and geriatric issues, Anger, Antisocial personality, Asperger syndrome, Attachment issues, Autism, Avoidant personality, BDSM, Bipolar, Blended family issues, Body image, Cancer, Career, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic illness, Chronic pain, Coaching, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Compassion fatigue, Compulsion, Control issues, Coping with life changes, Dependent personality, Disability, Disaster relief therapy, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Dissociation, Divorce, Domestic violence, Eating, Family of origin issues, Fatherhood issues, Fertility issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Foster care, Gambling, Gender dysphoria, Grief, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Hoarding, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Immigration issues, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Intellectual disability, Intimacy-related issues, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Kink, LGBT, Life purpose, Men’s issues, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Non-monogamous relationships, Obsession, OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Parenting, Personality disorders, Phobias, Polyamory, Porn, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy, Prejudice and discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self esteem, Self-harm, Self-love, Separation, Sex addiction, Sexual dysfunction, Sexual trauma, Sexuality, Sleeping, Smoking, Social anxiety and phobia, Traumatic brain injury, Vaping, Women’s issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues

Therapeutic approach: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
Ready To Start Your Journey?

Therapist Available Through: BetterHelp
Currently Accepting New Clients: Yes
Accepting International Clients: Yes

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials:
  • NPI Number:
  • License: BACP #400423 exp 2026-10-21

Is Online Therapy the Right Fit for Your Needs?

Many people ask whether connecting with a therapist online can really help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties or managing life changes, online therapy has been shown to be as effective as traditional face-to-face sessions for most people.

One clear benefit is flexibility – you can choose the way of communicating that suits you best, whether that is a video call, a phone session, live chat or in-app messaging. This flexibility makes it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule.

Therapists offering remote work are licensed professionals, and if you decide you need a different match it is possible to switch therapists at any time. Online therapy can therefore provide accessible, adaptable support while maintaining the same professional standards you would expect from in-person care.

How much experience does Sunah Akhtar have?

Sunah Akhtar has 9 years of experience in providing therapy services.

In which languages does Sunah Akhtar provide therapy?

Sunah Akhtar provides therapy in English, Hindi, Punjabi and Urdu.

Where is Sunah Akhtar located?

Sunah Akhtar is located in United Kingdom.

How can I work with Sunah Akhtar as my therapist?

You can work with Sunah Akhtar by Phone, Video, Live Chat or Messaging.

Does Sunah Akhtar work with international clients?

Sunah Akhtar does work 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 is straightforward. Click the ‘Start Therapy’ button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with Sunah Akhtar. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat or in-app messaging.

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