Mehbuba Khalid
Compassionate, relational therapy for individuals and couples
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About
Mehbuba Khalid is an experienced psychotherapist, clinical supervisor, and lecturer who supports individuals and couples across a wide range of emotional, relational, and psychological concerns. She is a Full Clinical Member of the UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) and holds an MSc in Humanistic Psychotherapy, bringing an approach that prioritizes warmth, respect, and an understanding of the whole person.
Alongside her private practice, Mehbuba provides clinical supervision to practitioners and teaches counselling students. These professional roles inform and strengthen her work with clients by keeping her practice grounded in reflection, ethics, and ongoing learning, while also contributing to the development of thoughtful and capable therapists.
Mehbuba has experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and attachment difficulties, addiction, eating disorders, intimacy and psychosexual concerns, bereavement, and challenges connected to self-worth and identity. She offers a compassionate, trauma-informed, relational style of therapy, helping clients explore their experiences, make sense of patterns, and move toward meaningful change at a pace that feels manageable.
She understands that beginning therapy can take courage. Her aim is to offer a supportive, non-judgemental space where clients can feel heard and understood, build resilience, and navigate life’s difficulties with greater clarity and confidence.
Alongside her private practice, Mehbuba provides clinical supervision to practitioners and teaches counselling students. These professional roles inform and strengthen her work with clients by keeping her practice grounded in reflection, ethics, and ongoing learning, while also contributing to the development of thoughtful and capable therapists.
Mehbuba has experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and attachment difficulties, addiction, eating disorders, intimacy and psychosexual concerns, bereavement, and challenges connected to self-worth and identity. She offers a compassionate, trauma-informed, relational style of therapy, helping clients explore their experiences, make sense of patterns, and move toward meaningful change at a pace that feels manageable.
She understands that beginning therapy can take courage. Her aim is to offer a supportive, non-judgemental space where clients can feel heard and understood, build resilience, and navigate life’s difficulties with greater clarity and confidence.
- Location:
- United Kingdom, United Kingdom
- Years Experience:
- 5
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English, Bengali, Hindi, Urdu
- Therapist of Color:
- Yes
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Relationship issues, Trauma and abuse, Sleeping disorders, Depression
Other areas of experience: Addictions, Family conflicts, Grief, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Antisocial personality, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Blended family issues, Body image, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent personality, Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Eating and food-related issues, Family of origin issues, Fatherhood issues, Fertility issues, Forgiveness, Hearing impaired, HIV / AIDS, Hoarding, Immigration issues, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Intellectual disability, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Self-harm, Self-love, Sex addiction, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexual dysfunction, Sexuality, Somatization, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: BACP
- NPI Number:
- License: BACP
Therapeutic Approaches That Translate Well to Online Care
Mehbuba Khalid draws on evidence-informed approaches that can be effective in online therapy while staying tailored to each client’s pace and goals. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships can shape patterns in adult connection, trust, and self-worth. It can be especially helpful when relationship difficulties, fear of abandonment, or recurring interpersonal cycles feel hard to shift.Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, respect, and a collaborative process where the client’s experiences guide the work. This approach can support people navigating depression, grief, life transitions, or identity questions by helping them clarify what they feel and what they need.
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a structured therapy often used for distress linked to trauma and overwhelming memories. It helps clients process experiences in a way that can reduce the intensity of what feels stuck, without needing to revisit every detail at length.
Finding the right approach is part of therapy. Mehbuba works collaboratively with clients to choose methods that fit their needs, preferences, and goals, adjusting over time as new priorities emerge.
Online therapy also offers practical flexibility. Sessions can take place through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to access support around work, family responsibilities, travel, or changing schedules.
How much experience does Mehbuba Khalid have?
Mehbuba Khalid has 5 years of experience.
Is Mehbuba Khalid a licensed therapist?
Yes. Mehbuba Khalid holds the BACP credential.
In which languages does Mehbuba Khalid provide therapy?
Mehbuba Khalid provides therapy in English, Bengali, Hindi, and Urdu.
Where is Mehbuba Khalid located?
Mehbuba Khalid is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Mehbuba Khalid as my therapist?
You can work with Mehbuba Khalid through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This makes it possible to choose a format that fits your schedule, comfort level, and communication style.
Does Mehbuba Khalid work with international clients?
Yes. Mehbuba Khalid works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Mehbuba Khalid 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, just 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.