CBT · EMDR · ACT · MINDFULNESS
Thoughtful, experienced
therapy - rooted in your reality.
Psychological Therapy specialising in Trauma and PTSD, online across the UK and in person in Birmingham & Solihull.
I'm Emran, and I've been doing this for nearly two decades. Mostly NHS, working with people carrying real, difficult stuff. I specialise in trauma and PTSD; the obvious kind and the quiet kind that builds up over years without a name. But honestly, most people who come through aren't sure what to call it. It might be anxiety, depression, OCD, or just the weight of something they can't quite articulate yet. All of it's welcome here.
I don't work from a textbook. I work from what actually helps. That means CBT for some people, EMDR for others, whatever the evidence and your situation points to. But here's the thing: the approach is only half of it. What really matters is the relationship we build and how safe you feel to explore the messy stuff. I go at your pace, in your context, without forcing you into boxes.
I can do that because I understand things that don't come from a course. I know how hard it is for men to admit they're struggling. I navigate cultural complexity from lived experience, not a manual. And I've burned out myself, which taught me to recognise when someone's holding it together on the surface while falling apart underneath.
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Why I do this work.
I grew up straddling two worlds. Bengali at home, English at school. You learn to code-switch early on, to be different versions of yourself depending on which room you're in. You get good at noticing what people aren't saying.
I'm a dad now. Two daughters. It's made me less zen, not more actually! But it's taught me everything about patience, about messing up, about repair. About how showing up matters more than being perfect.
I started at Broadmoor Hospital, working in forensic mental health. It was heavy, people who'd experienced or done some of the worst things you can imagine. The thing it taught me, though, is simple: nobody is just the worst thing that happened to them. That insight has never left me.
Then I trained in CBT, added EMDR, Mindfulness, ACT to the mix. Nearly two decades in NHS Talking Therapies working with depression, anxiety disorders, PTSD, complex trauma. A lot of work with refugees and asylum seekers. That span of time, that range of people, it changed how I think about therapy. Good therapy isn't just protocol, It's flexibility, It's knowing your craft well enough to ditch the playbook when someone needs you to.
I burned out somewhere in there. Leadership roles, the clinical work, parenting, everything piling up. And yeah, it sucked. But it gave me something useful, now I actually know what it's like. Functioning fine on paper, falling apart underneath. Thinking you should just be able to sort it. Feeling ashamed when you can't. Then realising, eventually, that reaching out - It's the thing that saves you.
So this practice is about going back to what matters. The work itself. Direct, grounded in evidence, but fundamentally personal. Just me, working with people who are ready to begin
GET STARTED
Ready 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 APPROACHES
Evidence-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 · PTSD · Anxiety · Depression · OCD · GAD · Stress
TRAUMA 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 · Trauma · Distressing memories · Phobias · Anxiety
VALUES-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 · Chronic Pain · Depression · Burnout · Low Self Esteem
INTEGRATIVE
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 · Anxiety · Stress · Emotional Dysregulation · Rumination · Worry
SERVICES
Ways 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. We 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. We bring evidence-based thinking on stress, trauma informed care, mental health and wellbeing into workplaces in a way that actually lands.
WHO I WORK WITH
Reaching 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 (Physical, emotional, sexual), domestic violence, neglect. Shapes not just memory, but identity and how you relate to others.
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 we have extensive experience delivering it well.
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Generalised anxiety, constant worry, and a mind that won't switch off. We 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. We 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 & INSURANCE
Transparent, 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 THERAPIST
BABCP 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 QUESTIONS
You might be wondering…
Can EMDR be done online?
Yes. EMDR adapts well to online delivery, and our therapists are 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. We 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. We'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.