- Humanistic approach
- Attachment focus
- Mindfulness tools
About Dilek
Dilek Nakiboglu is a BACP counsellor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, grief and identity questions. She supports those dealing with trauma, low self-esteem, addiction, sleep and eating difficulties, and concerns linked to adoption and foster care. Her way of working is warm and respectful, aiming to help people speak honestly about their feelings and set clearer boundaries.
She adopts a humanistic, client-centred stance, where the counsellor and client collaborate as equals. Initial meetings focus on a short personal history - family, childhood, work and key relationships - so both can agree what to work on next. Sessions are usually weekly and can be shaped as shorter, focused blocks or longer open-ended counselling depending on the client's needs.
Nakiboglu draws on attachment ideas to look at how early relationships influence current patterns. Cognitive behavioural tools are used when helpful to notice and change unhelpful thinking. Mindfulness and existential perspectives are also part of her toolkit for building awareness and meaning.
She explains options plainly and encourages practical steps to remove roadblocks to personal growth. People are invited to reflect on habits that no longer serve them and to try new ways of relating to themselves and others. The aim is steady, realistic change rather than quick fixes.
Her background includes an MSc in Psychology from the University of East London and vocational counselling diplomas. She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and has nine years' experience working with adults across a range of life challenges.
How therapeutic approaches shape online counselling
Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current patterns. It helps people understand why they respond to others in particular ways and can be useful for relationship and abandonment concerns.Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person in front of the counsellor. The counsellor offers empathy and acceptance, and the client leads the pace and topics. This approach is helpful for exploring identity, self-esteem and life decisions.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) helps identify unhelpful thoughts and habits and tries out different ways of responding. It is practical for anxiety, low mood, sleep and some eating-related issues.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The counsellor will talk with the client about their needs, goals and preferences and together they will decide what methods to use. This makes therapy a collaborative process rather than a one-size-fits-all package.
Confirm the available session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific options. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling into busy lives, reduce travel time and allow for shorter check-ins on difficult days. They also let people choose a setup that suits their energy level - for example, an audio-only session if they prefer not to be on camera. Registered or accredited professionals can adapt their methods to work well at a distance while focusing on practical steps and emotional understanding.
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Experience
9+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does this counsellor help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, trauma, addiction, grief and matters related to adoption and foster care.
How would you describe the style of therapy offered?
The approach is warm and non-judgemental, emphasising a client-centred relationship where the person’s goals guide the work.
What experience does the counsellor have?
She has nine years' experience working with adults across a range of life difficulties and personal development goals.
What are the counsellor's credentials and where are they based?
She holds an MSc in Psychology and counselling diplomas, and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking as the biography does not specify exact session formats.
How is payment handled and what does therapy cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist arrangements; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with this counsellor?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the counsellor's availability.