Nasreen Akhtar Ali

I am available:

Thursdays - 2 PM to 11 PM

Fridays - 10 AM to 11 PM

Saturdays - 10 AM to 11 PM

Hello, my name is Nasreen/Naz. I am a qualified therapeutic counsellor offering Person Centred therapy and CBT for men, women, and children aged 12 and over.

Everyone encounters challenging times when they feel sad or anxious. These emotions often stem from work issues, relationship problems, family dynamics, cultural pressures, illness, or loss. It’s important to seek support from friends or family, but talking to someone outside your situation can offer valuable insights. At this stage, pursuing professional help is crucial for moving forward.

Experience and Specialisms

My background in the care sector has given me a unique perspective on the resilience of the human spirit. I specialise in:

• Learning Disabilities: I have a wealth of experience in adapting therapy to be accessible and supportive for individuals with learning disabilities and neurodiversity.

• Emotional Regulation: Using DBT-informed techniques to help those who feel overwhelmed by their emotions or struggle with stability.

• Navigating Life’s Challenges: Supporting people through the hardships of life, drawing from a place of shared humanity and professional care experience.

I believe that through empathy and the right therapeutic tools, it is possible to navigate even the most difficult struggles. My goal is to meet your needs with the highest level of care and to help you build a life that feels more manageable and fulfilling.

I am an integrated multilingual counsellor and a registered member of the Â鶹ԭ´´ (British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy).

I offer person-centred therapy, CBT, and DBT to empower my clients on their journey to well-being in Urdu, English, or Punjabi.

• Person-Centred: At the heart of my practice is a deep, empathetic connection. I draw close to your experience to truly understand your struggles, providing a non-judgmental space where you feel seen and heard.

• CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy): I help you identify the links between your thoughts, feelings, and actions, providing practical tools to manage anxiety, depression, and negative cycles.

• DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy): I specialise in helping clients manage intense emotions and improve relationships through mindfulness, distress tolerance, and emotional regulation skills.

I offer a free 20-minute consultation to discuss what you're hoping to achieve in therapy.

If we both feel like we're a good fit, we can move forward with a simple agreement to start our sessions.

Hello and welcome to Navigate Ahead Counselling. My name is Nasreen/Naz. I am a qualified integrated counsellor and a registered member of the Â鶹ԭ´´ (British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy).

Everybody experiences times in their lives when they feel depressed or anxious, or when things seem overwhelming and challenging. For example, this might be related to issues at work, relationships, family dynamics, illness, or loss. Seeking support from those we know can be helpful during these times, but it can also be beneficial to talk to someone who is not directly involved to gain a fresh perspective on the problem and how we might begin to address it. At this point, treatment may be helpful.

I am an integrated counsellor, and my primary approach is person-centred therapy, complemented by cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT).

To put it simply, I view counselling as a form of talk therapy. As a counsellor, I strive to be warm, responsive, and non-judgmental to create a supportive counselling relationship with you. This relationship is crucial, as it allows you to feel comfortable speaking openly, which in turn helps us build mutual trust.

In developing our counselling relationship, both of us have important roles to play; however, you will always be the most significant person in this dynamic.

I am committed to showing genuine interest in you. I am a registered member of the Â鶹ԭ´´ and bound to work to their ethical framework.

You don’t have to know all the theory to start or complete your counselling journey, but if you are interested, my approach is grounded in the idea that people are inherently motivated towards positive psychological functioning. It is a non-directive form of talk therapy where you act as an equal partner in the process with your therapist.

Some benefits of counselling/therapy can include:

• Overcoming depression, anxiety, grief, or stress

• Identifying Emotional Distress and learning skills with CBT  

• Achieving better self-awareness and managing emotions healthily

• Reducing feelings of guilt or insecurity

• Seeking and sustaining healthier relationships and  many more benefits

I always put your safety and what you need first; that's really important to me.

I'm always learning and improving my skills so I can give you the best support possible.

Thanks for reading about me. You can find out more about how I work on my website. Please get in touch if you think we could work well together. If not, I wish you all the best in the future and with everything you do. I see you as an individual and understand that everyone is unique.

I offer a free 15-minute initial consultation to help you make a decision about whether we move forward together or not.

The aim of this session is for us to find out a bit more about each other and help us to decide if I could be the right counsellor for you. There is no obligation or expectation to continue if we feel I’m not right for you.

If we decide to continue, we will then book our first session at a mutually convenient time.

You can stop your counselling at any time. Please look at the FAQs on my website for more information.

I am available:

Thursdays - 2 PM to 11 PM

Fridays - 10 AM to 11 PM

Saturdays - 10 AM to 11 PM

Integrative Counsellor | Person-Centred, CBT & DBT

Taking the step toward counselling is a powerful decision, and finding the right person to walk alongside you is essential. My name is Nasreen Ali, and I am a therapist dedicated to meeting my clients with warmth, authenticity, and a deep commitment to their growth.

My path to becoming a counsellor is rooted in a lifelong passion for care. Through extensive experience working with individuals with learning disabilities, I became profoundly self-aware of my genuine interest in giving my "best self" to those I support. I draw on my own life challenges and my professional background in care to offer a therapeutic relationship built on true empathy and understanding.

Experience and Specialisms

My background in the care sector has given me a unique perspective on the resilience of the human spirit. I specialise in:

• Learning Disabilities: I have a wealth of experience in adapting therapy to be accessible and supportive for individuals with learning disabilities and neurodiversity.

• Emotional Regulation: Using DBT-informed techniques to help those who feel overwhelmed by their emotions or struggle with stability.

• Navigating Life’s Challenges: Supporting people through the hardships of life, drawing from a place of shared humanity and professional care experience.

I believe that through empathy and the right therapeutic tools, it is possible to navigate even the most difficult struggles. My goal is to meet your needs with the highest level of care and to help you build a life that feels more manageable and fulfilling.

I am an integrated counsellor and a registered member of the Â鶹ԭ´´ (British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy).

My Approach

I use an integrative approach, which means I tailor our sessions to your specific needs by blending three main therapeutic styles:

• Person-Centred: At the heart of my practice is a deep, empathetic connection. I draw close to your experience to truly understand your struggles, providing a non-judgmental space where you feel seen and heard.

• CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy): I help you identify the links between your thoughts, feelings, and actions, providing practical tools to manage anxiety, depression, and negative cycles.

• DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy): I specialise in helping clients manage intense emotions and improve relationships through mindfulness, distress tolerance, and emotional regulation skills.

I offer a free 20-minute consultation in a professional environment where you can explore your journey safely. Please feel free to reach out to me by phone or email to arrange an initial consultation. I look forward to supporting you.