CBT I EMDR I ACT I MINDFULNESSYou don't have to have your story figured out before you start
Therapy specialising in PTSD/ trauma, anxiety and the things that have become difficult to carry alone
We all develop ideas about who we are, what other people are like, and what we can expect from the world. Some of those stories help us. Others are shaped by difficult experiences, relationships, loss, trauma or years of trying to cope.
Over time, they can become so familiar that we stop noticing them. We just live inside them.
Therapy gives us an opportunity to slow things down. To understand where those stories came from, notice how they're affecting your life now, and explore whether they still need to be the story you live by.
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Hello, Im Emran.
I'm a therapist, but I'm also a person who knows what it's like to have life become more complicated than you expected.I've worked in mental health for almost 20 years, across the NHS and private practice, and I've spent much of my career working with trauma and psychological difficulties.
I've trained in CBT, EMDR, ACT and mindfulness-based approaches. But qualifications only tell you part of the story.
I'm interested in what happens when real life meets the theories we have about ourselves - how our experiences shape us, the ways we learn to cope, and the stories we start telling ourselves as a result.
And perhaps because I've grown up between cultures, I've always been interested in the different ways people make sense of who they are and where they belong.
Therapy, for me, starts with curiosity. Not judgement.
I'm not interested in pretending therapists have life figured out either. I'm a dad. I've experienced burnout. I've had periods where life felt harder to manage than I'd expected.Those experiences don't make me an expert in anyone else's life but they have reinforced something I already believed: being human is complicated, and messy.
I offer evidence-based therapy that still makes room for who you actually are. Together, we'll work through what's weighing on you and build something that holds when things get hard again.
If any of this sounds like where you're at, get in touch. The first step is just a free consultation, no pressure, just a conversation to see if we're a good fit.
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GET STARTEDReady to take the first step?
A free 15-minute call. No commitment, no pressure - just a chance to share a little, ask questions, and see if we're the right fit.
THERAPY APPROACHESEvidence-based therapy, without the jargon.
I offer a handful of approaches, all grounded in research and NICE guidance. Which one we use, and how, depends on what's actually going on for you and what you need.
CORE FOUNDATION
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
CBT helps you understand the relationship between your thoughts, feelings and behaviour. When you're stuck in patterns that grew out of trauma; avoidance, hyper-vigilance, distorted self-belief, it gives you practical, structured tools to notice what's happening and respond differently.
My CBT practice is trauma-focused where needed, integrating Trauma-Focused CBT protocols alongside broader cognitive and behavioural work.
TRAUMA I PTSD I ANXIETY I DEPRESSION I OCD I GAD I STRESSTRAUMA PROCESSING
Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing (EMDR)
EMDR is one of the most effective NICE-recommended treatments for PTSD. It helps your brain reprocess distressing memories, reducing their emotional intensity, often without needing to talk through every detail. It's powerful, evidence-based, and often quicker than people expect.
I've been practising EMDR for over 13 years and have used it extensively with complex presentations, including CPTSD, childhood trauma, and sexual abuse.
PTSD I TRAUMA I DISTRESSING MEMORIES I PHOBIAS I ANXIETYVALUES-LED LIVING
Acceptance & Commitment
Therapy (ACT)
ACT takes a different angle. Rather than fighting difficult thoughts and memories, it helps you change your relationship with them, so they lose their power to control your behaviour. The goal isn't to stop the pain, but to build a life that matters in spite of it. For trauma survivors, this is often transformative.
ANXIETY I CHRONIC PAIN I DEPRESSION I BURNOUT I LOW SELF ESTEEMINTEGRATIVE
Mindfulness-Based CBT (MbCBT)
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy combines CBT skills with mindfulness practice, helping you notice your thoughts without being swept away by them. It builds a steadier, more grounded relationship with your inner world. Particularly helpful for people with recurring depression, high anxiety, or a very busy, self-critical mind.
DEPRESSION I ANXIETY I STRESS I RUMINATION I WORRY
SERVICESWays we can work together
01 Individual Therapy
Face-to-face or online sessions, A consistent, private space to do meaningful work, whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, or something harder to name. I offer focused short-term work and longer-term support, depending on what you need
02 Clinical Supervision
Thoughtful, reflective supervision for trainee and qualified therapists. Grounded in third-wave CBT and process-based approaches, a space to sit with complexity and grow without being rushed to an answer.
03 Workshops & Webinars
Bespoke sessions for organisations looking to build psychologically-informed cultures. Bringing evidence-based thinking on stress, trauma informed care, mental health and wellbeing into workplaces in a way that actually lands.
WHO I WORK WITHReaching out takes courage
Trauma and PTSD are my main focus, but plenty of what comes through the door is anxiety, depression, OCD, or something that doesn't have a name yet. If you're not sure whether what you've been through "counts," that's a fine place to start - we can work it out together.
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Single-incident and ongoing trauma. Road accidents, assault, sexual trauma, birth trauma, medical events. When one thing changes everything and won't let go.
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Repeated or prolonged trauma, childhood abuse, domestic violence, neglect. This kind of thing shapes more than memory. It shapes identity, and how you relate to people. It takes time, and it takes safety built up slowly.
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Men are less likely to seek help. I offer a direct, non-judgmental space that works with how men actually experience difficulty.
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Obsessive thoughts, compulsions and rituals that consume your time and energy. CBT with ERP is the gold-standard treatment for OCD, and I have extensive experience delivering it well.
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Generalised anxiety, constant worry, and a mind that won't switch off. I aim to help you understand what's keeping the anxiety going and what actually helps ease it, long-term.
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When everything feels flat, heavy or pointless. We work together to understand the patterns keeping you stuck and help you move, gradually and sustainably towards what matters.
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Persistent worry about illness, constant checking, reassurance-seeking that never quite satisfies. I aim to help you understand the cycle maintaining it and find a way out of it.
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The dread before social situations. The post-event replay. The self-consciousness that quietly makes life smaller.
FEES & INSURANCETransparent, straightforward.
Therapy is an investment. I want the process to be as clear as possible with no surprises.
Initial consultation (15 Mins) £0
Individual session (50 mins) £100
EMDR Intensive (90 mins) £150
Clinical Supervision (individual) £85
Insurance-funded sessions also available. Get in touch and we can work out the details together.
BABCP ACCREDITED THERAPISTBABCP accreditation means I meet the highest professional standards for CBT practice in the UK. It's independently verified, not self-declared.
I hold enhanced DBS clearance, professional indemnity insurance, and I am committed to ongoing continuous professional development and regular clinical supervision.
Sessions are available online via secure video platform, and in-person at Solihull Wellbeing Clinic, Birmingham B28.
COMMON QUESTIONSYou might be wondering…
Can EMDR be done online?
Yes. EMDR adapts well to online delivery, and I am trained to work in this format. You'll need a stable internet connection and a private space. Many clients find online EMDR just as effective as in-person work.
Do you offer consultations before I commit?
Yes. I offer free 15-minute phone consultations so you can ask questions, share a bit about what’s going on, and see if we feel like the right fit. No pressure. No hard sell. Just space to explore.
How many sessions will I need?
It genuinely depends on what you're working with. Focused difficulties can sometimes shift in 6–12 sessions. Complex or long-standing presentations usually benefit from more time. I’ll give you an honest, realistic view at your initial consultation.
Do you work with men specifically?
I don't exclusively, but I have significant experience and a particular interest in men's mental health. I understand how trauma presents differently in men and offer a style that tends to work well.