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About Behnam
Behnam Abdevand is a BACP counsellor based in the United Kingdom with seven years of practice. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, low self-esteem, depression, LGBT and intimacy-related issues, parenting and anger.
He uses several approaches to help people talk through problems. He draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centred Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to address thoughts and behaviours. He also uses Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Imago Relationship Therapy for trauma and couple dynamics where appropriate.
Sessions focus on practical steps and clearer communication. People can expect straightforward conversations about what is causing distress and which changes might help. The therapist works to identify unhelpful patterns and tries different strategies to reduce stress and improve relationships.
Behnam pays attention to cultural and immigration-related issues and how they affect daily life. He also addresses attachment, control and communication problems, guilt and shame, and workplace pressures. These topics are discussed in simple terms with actionable ideas.
Sessions are offered in English and Persian. International clients are not accepted at this time. Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. To get started, users complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
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How therapeutic approaches are used in online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them. It focuses on values and small steps that move someone toward the life they want, which can help with anxiety, stress and low mood.Client-Centred Therapy centres on the person’s own perspective. The counsellor listens and reflects so people can make sense of their experience and decide what feels important to change.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours. It uses practical exercises and experiments to reduce unhelpful patterns and improve mood and relationships.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The counsellor will discuss options and decide together which methods fit the client’s needs, goals and preferences. This is a collaborative process and can change as therapy proceeds.
Session arrangements should be confirmed before booking because formats are not specified in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit counselling into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Registered or accredited professionals usually adapt activities like CBT exercises or ACT practices to work during remote sessions.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
7+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English, Persian
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family issues, low self-esteem, depression, LGBT and intimacy-related issues, parenting and anger.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centred Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, along with EMDR and Imago approaches when relevant.
How much experience does he have?
He has seven years of experience working as a counsellor in the United Kingdom.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is listed with the BACP and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and Persian; international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified in the biography; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does the cost structure work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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