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Acquina Akbar

Acquina Akbar

Experienced

I'm passionate about helping people navigate their mental health journey with warmth, understanding, and evidence-based support. I create a safe space where my clients feel truly heard and supported, using approaches like CBT, mindfulness, and person-centered therapy. My experience isn’t just academic—I’ve worked closely with people from all walks of life, from supporting dementia patients in England to guiding individuals through emotional struggles in therapy and even helping women find confidence through movement and mindfulness. I know healing isn’t a straight path, and I meet my clients where they are. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, trust issues, self-doubt, or past experiences weighing you down, I’m here to help you understand yourself better, develop coping skills, and move forward with clarity and confidence.

Experience

2+ years

Time Zone

Asia/Dubai

Languages

English, Hindi, Malayalam, Tamil

License

Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology

Availability

Sat: 18:00, 19:00, 20:00 (and 1 more days)

About Me

I'm passionate about helping people navigate their mental health journey with warmth, understanding, and evidence-based support. I create a safe space where my clients feel truly heard and supported, using approaches like CBT, mindfulness, and person-centered therapy. My experience isn’t just academic—I’ve worked closely with people from all walks of life, from supporting dementia patients in England to guiding individuals through emotional struggles in therapy and even helping women find confidence through movement and mindfulness. I know healing isn’t a straight path, and I meet my clients where they are. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, trust issues, self-doubt, or past experiences weighing you down, I’m here to help you understand yourself better, develop coping skills, and move forward with clarity and confidence.

Therapeutic Approach

I take a compassionate, evidence-based approach to therapy, integrating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and person-centered techniques. My focus is on creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel heard and supported.Through active listening, guided reflection, and clear communication, I help individuals develop self-awareness, emotional regulation, and effective coping strategies. I have experience working with attachment issues, personality challenges, self-esteem concerns, identity struggles, and mood disorders. My goal is to empower clients on their mental health journey by fostering insight, resilience, and personal growth in a supportive and understanding environment.

Communication Style

My communication style is centered on active engagement, empathy, and clarity. I create a welcoming and judgment-free environment where clients feel comfortable expressing themselves. By attentively listening and validating their emotions, I help them explore their thoughts with deeper understanding. I use thoughtful questioning and reflective dialogue to guide clients toward self-awareness and personal insight. My approach ensures that complex psychological concepts are conveyed in an accessible and relatable manner, allowing clients to gain a clearer perspective on their emotions and behaviors while feeling genuinely supported throughout their therapeutic journey.

Areas of Expertise

Anxiety
Depression
Relationship Issues
Stress Management
Work-Life-Family Balance
Rebuilding self worth & Identity

Communication Options

video
audio
message