Amaleed Alwan, NCPS

Amaleed Alwan is a counsellor who aims to help people feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, grief or low self-esteem. She offers a calm, non-judgemental space where people can talk about painful experiences and work towards clearer next steps. Amaleed uses straightforward conversation and practical tools to help clients feel more capable and in control.

Amaleed says it takes courage to change, and she focuses on supporting that first step. She draws on methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Attachment-Based Therapy to match the work to each person’s needs. Sessions mix talking, reflection and practical exercises people can use between meetings.

Her background includes six years of professional experience and registration with NCPS. She has worked with those facing trauma and abuse, grief and life transitions, and with people managing depression, ADHD and caregiver stress. She also helps with relationship and communication difficulties that affect everyday life.

Amaleed speaks Arabic in addition to English and accepts international clients. She invites people to explore what matters most to them and to try small, manageable changes. Her style is warm, steady and focused on clients’ goals.

Before booking, readers should confirm current session options and scheduling. The therapist asks new clients to share a bit about their situation so they can agree a practical plan for the work ahead.

How Amaleed uses therapy approaches online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without being driven by them, so they can act on what matters most. It is often used for anxiety, low mood and life changes. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings and actions and offers practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns; it is commonly used for anxiety, depression and stress. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships affect current patterns and helps people build safer ways of relating and coping with emotions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Amaleed will discuss client goals and preferences and try different tools to see what fits. She treats the process as collaborative, so clients help shape the plan and test what helps in day-to-day life.

Please confirm the current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let people use phone or lower-bandwidth options if video is difficult. Registered professionals, including this therapist, adapt exercises and homework so the online setting supports practical progress.