Ghada Akkad, BACP
Ghada Akkad is a BACP counsellor who brings a calm and practical approach to therapy.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Self Esteem
- +9 more
About Ghada
Ghada Akkad is a BACP counsellor who brings a calm and practical approach to therapy. She offers straightforward support for people dealing with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship problems and depression. Sessions are offered in English and Arabic to suit different needs.
Ghada believes people are the experts in their own lives and uses that view to shape therapy. She works with clients to spot strengths and build on them.
Background and approach
The first step is often the hardest, and she focuses on small, doable steps to make change feel possible. Her way of working is warm and down to earth. Conversations can be serious and also include lightness where helpful.
Ghada mixes practical exercises with listening so people leave each session with something useful to try. Over five years she has helped people cope with life changes, grief, trauma and addiction concerns, as well as career and multicultural issues. She also addresses patterns such as attachment difficulties, avoidant behaviour, impulsivity, obsessive thoughts and issues with communication or commitment.
Ghada uses a blend of approaches tailored to each person. That can mean mindfulness techniques to reduce overwhelm, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to change unhelpful thinking, or Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to clarify values and guide action. She offers sessions by video, phone, live chat and text messaging to fit different schedules.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 395489 | November 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Ghada works with
Everything Ghada lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Addictions
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Career difficulties
- Compassion fatigue
- Attachment issues
- Avoidant personality
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Emptiness
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Immigration issues
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Multicultural concerns
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Paranoia
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
Approaches Ghada lists
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
Online support
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Ghada will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and tailor methods together. This collaborative process means the plan can change as needs become clearer over time.
Online sessions are offered by video, phone, live chat and text-based messaging. Video calls let people talk face to face when schedules allow. Phone sessions can be a good shorter check-in or fit when bandwidth is limited. Live chat and text messaging suit those who prefer writing or need more frequent, brief contact. These options aim to make counselling easier to fit around work, family and daily life.
Frequently asked
What kinds of problems does this counsellor help with?
Ghada supports people with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship concerns, depression and coping with life changes. She also works with grief, trauma and addiction issues and other related concerns listed on her profile.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is warm and down to earth. She mixes listening with practical tools and sometimes lightness to make sessions feel accessible.
How much experience does she have?
She has five years of professional experience working with clients from varied backgrounds.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a BACP counsellor based in the United Kingdom as stated on her profile.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Arabic to accommodate different language needs.
What formats are available for appointments?
Ghada offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions run through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to the therapist's availability.
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