Ayan Yahye , BACP

Ayan Yahye believes people have the capacity to change, heal, and grow when offered the right conditions and support. She practices with an integrative humanistic perspective, blending different therapeutic modalities to tailor sessions to each person's needs while attending to mental, physical, social, and spiritual wellbeing. Her approach centers on supporting clients at their own pace and drawing on their inner resources, guided by a congruent, empathic, non-judgemental, collaborative relationship.

Ayan is a member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), which is a professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom. She has experience helping people navigate relationship difficulties, family conflict, parenting challenges, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. She works to create an open space where thoughts and feelings can be explored without fear of judgment, and she aims to empower people as they take steps toward a more fulfilling life. Seeking change takes courage, and Ayan offers steady support and encouragement throughout that journey. For more information, visit www.ayanytherapy.com

Therapeutic approaches and how online therapy supports them

Ayan uses client-centered therapy to create a supportive, non-judgemental space where the client’s perspective, values, and pace guide the work. This approach helps people exploring identity, relationships, self-esteem, and life transitions to feel heard and validated while developing their own insights and direction.

She also draws on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavioural patterns. CBT is practical and skill-focused, often useful for anxiety, stress, mood concerns, and managing day-to-day challenges.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic process, and Ayan collaborates with each person to identify the best fit based on their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they review what feels most helpful and adjust the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - make scheduling more flexible and reduce barriers related to travel and time. These formats allow continuity of care across locations and can be adapted to suit different communication preferences, making it easier for clients to access consistent support from licensed professionals and therapists.