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Amaleed Alwan, NCPS

Credentials: NCPS
Experience: 6 years
Practising in: United Kingdom
Languages: Arabic
Sessions: Online only
Client ages: Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Self esteemCoaching

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Amaleed Alwan welcomes people who are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck. She explains things plainly and helps clients take practical steps. Sessions aim to tackle stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, low self-esteem and life changes.

She also supports people navigating ADHD and work on motivation and confidence. Amaleed creates a calm space where clients can talk without judgement. She listens and helps people notice patterns that get in the way.

Together they set small, manageable goals to build new habits and coping skills.

Background and approach

Her background includes six years of professional experience. She holds an NCPS credential which is noted as part of her qualifications. She works in the United Kingdom and can carry out sessions in Arabic when needed.

Amaleed uses practical approaches such as cognitive behavioural techniques and acceptance and commitment ideas to help with thoughts and reactions. She also draws on attachment-based perspectives and person-centred care to focus on relationships and emotional experience. Therapy typically focuses on what the person wants to change now and how to move toward it.

Sessions may include skill-building, reflection, and planning for everyday challenges. The emphasis is on clear steps people can use between sessions to feel steadier and more able to cope.

How therapeutic approaches work online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, often called ACT, focuses on helping people accept difficult feelings and commit to small actions that reflect their values. It can be useful for anxiety, stress and when life changes make decisions feel hard.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at the connections between thoughts, feelings and behaviour. Sessions often include practical exercises and homework to change unhelpful thinking and build coping skills for mood and anxiety problems.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the first steps together. The therapist will help you choose methods based on your needs, goals and what feels comfortable. This is a collaborative decision and can change as progress is made.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to meet. Video calls let you use visual cues and longer conversation. Phone sessions can be used when video is not suitable or bandwidth is limited. Live chat and text-based messaging are helpful for quick check-ins, brief coaching, or when someone prefers typing over speaking. These formats make it easier to fit therapy around work, family and travel while keeping the focus on practical steps and emotional support.

What concerns does this counsellor help with?

She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem and depression, plus ADHD and coping with life changes.

What kind of therapeutic style is used?

The approach is practical and person-focused, using methods such as CBT, ACT, DBT, attachment-based and client-centred work to build skills and awareness.

How much experience does she have?

She has six years of professional experience supporting people with a range of emotional and life challenges.

Where is she based and what credential does she hold?

She works from the United Kingdom and holds an NCPS credential as listed in her profile.

Can clients use languages other than English?

Sessions are offered in Arabic in addition to English for people who prefer to use that language.

What session formats are available?

Therapy can be delivered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs.

How are fees and payment handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist arrangements; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with this counsellor?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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Experience: 6 years
Registered with: NCPS
Languages: Arabic

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Amaleed Alwan, NCPS

Background and approach

How therapeutic approaches work online

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Others working with stress, anxiety