- ACT methods
- CBT techniques
- EMDR when needed
About Behnam
Behnam Abdevand is a BACP counsellor working in the United Kingdom with seven years of experience. He helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, low self-esteem, depression, LGBT and intimacy-related issues, parenting concerns, and anger. He sees clients in English and Persian.
Behnam focuses on practical conversation and clear steps. He encourages people to say what’s happening in day-to-day life, then looks at small changes that can make things feel less overwhelming. Sessions aim to improve communication, reduce recurring tension, and address feelings of guilt, shame or control that keep problems going.
His background includes work with immigrants and multicultural concerns, and he regularly helps people manage workplace stress and separation or divorce issues. He also addresses attachment difficulties and problems with intimacy and self-love. Behnam uses a mix of well-known therapeutic approaches to match the problem presented.
In sessions he often combines acceptance-based ideas with cognitive techniques and client-centred listening. He draws on methods suited to processing difficult memories when appropriate. The focus is on practical tools people can put to use between sessions to reduce reactivity and repair strained relationships.
Behnam asks clients to be part of planning their work together. He checks progress and keeps the focus on actions that fit daily life. To start, clients use the site questionnaire and book a first appointment through the platform.
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting swept up in them. It supports working toward meaningful actions despite hard emotions and is often useful for stress, anxiety and anger that gets in the way of daily life.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and trying alternative responses. It gives concrete exercises and short homework tasks that help reduce reactivity and improve mood over time.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is used to process distressing memories and reduce their emotional intensity. When relevant, it can support people who have strong reactions rooted in past events.
Finding the right mix of methods is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk through goals and preferences in early sessions and pick approaches that match what the client wants to change. Adjustments are made as work progresses so the plan stays practical and manageable.
If you want to work online, confirm the available session formats before booking as the biography does not list specific formats. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around work or family commitments, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Registered or accredited professionals can adapt methods like ACT, CBT and EMDR to remote work so therapy fits everyday life.
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English, Persian
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he work with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, low self-esteem, LGBT and intimacy-related issues, parenting, and anger.
How would he approach anger problems?
He uses practical conversation, acceptance-based ideas and cognitive strategies to reduce reactivity and improve responses in tense moments.
What experience does he have?
He has seven years of experience working in the United Kingdom with people facing a range of emotional and relational difficulties.
What are his professional credentials and location?
He is registered with the BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages can sessions be held in?
Sessions are offered in English and Persian.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients currently.
How are sessions paid for?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.