Dilek Nakiboglu, BACP

Dilek Nakiboglu helps people who are feeling stressed, anxious or low. She supports those dealing with relationship pain, trauma and abuse, grief, addiction and questions about identity. She also works with issues such as sleep or eating problems, low self-esteem, anger and career strain.

Dilek uses a humanistic, person-centred stance in sessions. She aims to offer empathy and a non-judgemental space where clients can speak honestly. The first meeting focuses on what you want to work on and your recent history so the pair can agree a way forward.

Her background includes a Master of Science in Psychology from the University of East London and diplomas in therapeutic counselling. She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. These qualifications support her practice and clinical thinking.

In early sessions the therapist will ask about family, childhood, work and key life events. This helps to understand patterns and current supports. From there she and the client choose either short-term focused work, typically around six to 12 weeks, or longer-term counselling for deeper exploration.

Dilek describes therapy as a process of gradual awareness and growth. She encourages people to notice what has helped them so far and to try different ways of being. Her style is warm, respectful and collaborative, with an emphasis on helping clients make practical changes in day-to-day life.

How therapeutic approaches shape online work

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns in relationships and how early bonds affect current trust and boundaries. It can help when relationship issues, abandonment worries or attachment difficulties feel in the way of everyday life.

Client-Centred Therapy emphasises being heard and accepted. The counsellor offers empathic listening and a steady presence, which helps people explore identity, values and choices at their own pace.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings and behaviours connect and uses practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns. It is often useful for anxiety, depression, sleep and stress-related problems.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative task. The therapist will work with each person to decide which ideas and methods fit their goals and preferences. It can take a few sessions to find the best mix and that process is part of the work.

If you are considering online therapy, please confirm the exact session options before booking as formats are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to fit regular sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let people use quieter surroundings or skip camera use if that suits them better.