- Years in practice
- 7
- Registration
- BACP
- Languages
- English, Persian
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Relationship issues
- Focus
- Family conflicts
About Behnam
Behnam Abdevand is a counsellor who focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety and relationship concerns. He works with issues such as low self-esteem, depression, anger and parenting challenges. He speaks English and Persian and is based in the United Kingdom.
He brings seven years of practice in the UK and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. That background shapes a practical, calm style in sessions.
Background and approach
Conversations are straightforward and aimed at finding useful ways forward rather than long theory talks. Behnam commonly uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Client-Centred approaches to help people change unhelpful patterns. He also draws on EMDR for trauma-related work and Imago Relationship Therapy for intimacy and relationship topics.
He explains approaches clearly and helps clients try methods that fit their life. Sessions focus on what is happening now and on small, manageable steps to feel better. Expect reflective listening, collaborative goal-setting and practical exercises to try between meetings.
Work often covers communication problems, attachment concerns, guilt and shame, immigration and multicultural stresses. People choose Behnam when they want a warm, direct counsellor who keeps things simple and pragmatic. He aims to support self-compassion and clearer thinking so people can make choices that match their values and everyday life.
What Behnam works with
Everything Behnam lists, in their own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Behnam helps people with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Self esteem
- Depression
- LGBT
- Intimacy-related issues
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Attachment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Family problems
- Guilt and shame
- Immigration issues
- Multicultural concerns
- Self-love
- Workplace issues
Approaches Behnam lists
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Imago Relationship Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
How specific approaches work online with this counsellor
Behnam often uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, which looks at how thoughts, feelings and actions interact. In sessions clients learn to spot unhelpful thinking, test beliefs and try different behaviours to reduce distress. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy is also part of his work and focuses on identifying values, accepting difficult thoughts and taking value-driven action rather than fighting feelings.He aims to find the right approach together. Early conversations explore your goals, life situation and what feels most useful. Then the counsellor and client decide whether CBT, ACT or another approach best fits the problem and personal preferences. That collaborative process can change over time as needs evolve.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video sessions let you use visual cues and more interactive exercises. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or you prefer not to be on camera. Live chat and text-based messaging suit brief check-ins, reflective writing between sessions or when shorter, flexible contact is needed. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, childcare and travel while keeping the same therapeutic approaches available.
Questions people ask about Behnam
What worries does Behnam work with most often?
He commonly helps with stress, anxiety, relationship and parenting concerns, along with self-esteem, depression and anger.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
His style is calm and practical, using clear explanation and collaborative goal-setting rather than long theoretical discussion.
What is his professional background?
He has seven years of experience working in the United Kingdom and brings that clinical experience into sessions.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Persian.
What session formats are offered?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs.
How are fees and subscriptions handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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