Khafayah Abdulsalam, BACP, NCPS
5 years in practice
Khafayah Abdulsalam offers help for stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, depression and addiction.
License and registration
- BACP
- 391408 · expires February 2026
- NCPS
- NCS21-02368 · expires January 2027
- Years in practice
- 5
- Languages
- English, Yoruba
Details are as listed on the therapist's public professional profile. You can check the registration with the body that granted it.
About Khafayah
Khafayah Abdulsalam offers help for stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, depression and addiction. She also supports people facing issues with family life, intimacy, eating, parenting, anger, self‑esteem, career changes and coping with life transitions. Khafayah uses clear, practical tools and listens without judgment.
She works in English and Yoruba and is based in the United Kingdom. Khafayah holds accreditation with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and is an Accredited Registrant of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS).
Background and approach
She blends several therapy styles to suit the person in front of her rather than relying on a single method. Sessions are shaped around what a client needs that week and what feels achievable between appointments. Her practice is trauma‑informed and integrates person‑centred listening with cognitive behavioural techniques.
She also draws on Emotionally‑Focused Therapy and attachment work to help people understand patterns in their close relationships. Practical exercises such as journaling and emotional regulation strategies are often used alongside reflective conversation. Khafayah offers the option to include Islamic counselling elements when a client wishes, such as Qur’anic reflection and du’a, to bring faith into the healing process.
She describes therapy as a gradual process rather than a quick fix, focused on rebuilding strength and self‑compassion. She has five years of clinical experience and engages in regular supervision in line with BACP guidance. Remote sessions are available by video, phone, live chat or text messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
Focus areas and approaches
Everything Khafayah lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Depression
- Addictions
- Family conflicts
- Intimacy-related issues
- Eating disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Avoidant personality
- Blended family issues
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Emptiness
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Hospice and end-of-life counseling
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Multicultural concerns
- Narcissism
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Self-love
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
Approaches Khafayah names
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Gottman Method
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
Naming an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist lists and does not check training records.
Online support
Approaches used online and how they help
Emotionally‑Focused Therapy (EFT) focuses on how emotions shape relationships and personal patterns. Online EFT sessions help people notice repeated emotional responses and work on safer ways to express needs and connect with others.Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) teaches practical skills for accepting hard feelings while committing to meaningful action. It is useful for anxiety, low mood and coping with life change, and translates well to exercises and reflective tasks done between sessions.
Attachment‑based work looks at early relationship patterns and how they influence present‑day bonds. It can help people understand why they react a certain way in close relationships and try different responses.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and what feels comfortable, then tailor methods together. This is a collaborative process and can change as progress is made.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Video calls allow face‑to‑face conversation and visual cues, phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited, and messaging or live chat suits brief check‑ins or people who prefer writing. These options make it simpler to fit therapy around work, family life or busy schedules while still using the same therapeutic tools.
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Questions people ask
What concerns does she help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and relationship problems, plus issues such as addiction, parenting strain and self‑esteem.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is warm and practical. She listens in a person‑centred way and uses exercises like journaling and emotional regulation to build skills.
What is her professional background?
She has five years of clinical experience and takes part in regular clinical supervision in line with professional guidance.
Which credentials and region apply to her practice?
She is an Accredited Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and an Accredited Registrant of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and Yoruba, and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Remote work is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text‑based messaging to suit different schedules and preferences.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist arrangements; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
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