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About Ghada
Ghada Akkad is a BACP counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with five years of professional experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, depression and other life challenges. Sessions are conducted in English and Arabic and she accepts international clients.
She uses a mix of approaches including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centred Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Mindfulness Therapy. Ghada aims to match methods to each person's situation, drawing on practical tools and conversational work rather than jargon. Expect straightforward dialogue and creativity to keep sessions engaging.
In practice she helps people talk through coping with life changes, addiction concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, career stresses and compassion fatigue. Additional focus areas include attachment issues, commitment problems, communication difficulties, immigration-related concerns and obsessive or compulsive behaviours. She also addresses feelings of guilt, shame, emptiness and isolation.
Her style is conversational and down-to-earth. Sessions may include skill-building from CBT and DBT, mindfulness exercises and values-based work from ACT. The emphasis is on small, practical steps that can be used between meetings and that fit into everyday life.
Ghada invites people to begin with an initial matching questionnaire and a first session to see if the approach fits. Costs vary by location and are managed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
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How therapeutic approaches guide online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and take small steps that match their values. It is often used for anxiety, low mood and life transitions and focuses on practical actions alongside acceptance of difficult feelings.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns and trying alternative ways of responding. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression and obsessive or compulsive concerns and often includes tasks to practise between sessions.
Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and grounding practices to reduce reactivity and manage stress. These exercises can be short and easily repeated during the week to support emotional regulation.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss your goals, preferences and day-to-day needs, then suggest a mix of methods to try. This is collaborative and can be adjusted as you progress.
Confirm the session formats available before booking. The practical benefits of remote sessions are that they can fit more easily around work or family routines, reduce travel time and allow quieter check-ins when needed. Some people prefer shorter, focused meetings while others use longer sessions for deeper discussion; the format can be discussed when arranging the first appointment.
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Areas of expertise
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English, Arabic
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, low self-esteem and depression, plus grief, trauma and addiction-related issues.
What therapeutic approaches does she use?
Her work draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centred Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy and Mindfulness practices.
How much experience does she have?
She has five years of professional experience as a counsellor in the United Kingdom.
What credential does she hold and where does she practise?
She is registered with the BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Arabic.
Can international clients work with her?
Yes, she accepts international clients.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.