NCPS

Atakan Karakas, NCPS

Therapist in the UK

Atakan is a NCPS therapist in the UK.

7+ years of experience
Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, Grief
Approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy

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About Atakan

Atakan Karakas is licensed in the United Kingdom and brings five years of professional experience to her therapeutic work. She believes that each person is the expert of their own story and that existing strengths can be mobilized to address the difficulties that arise in life. Her approach emphasizes collaboration, helping clients identify practical steps and personal resources that support meaningful change.

Beginning therapy can take courage, and Atakan acknowledges and affirms that first step. She aims to create a supportive atmosphere where clients are met with respect and gentle encouragement while learning skills and strategies to manage challenges. She holds NCPS, a professional credential that reflects formal training and registration in her field.

Atakan focuses on helping people navigate transitions, cope with emotional pain, and build on whatever is already working in their lives. Her practice blends empathetic listening with practical tools so clients can move toward goals at a pace that feels manageable and aligned with their values.

Areas of expertise

Experience

7+ years

Credentials

NCPS

Languages

English, Turkish

Focus areas

Stress, Anxiety GriefCareer difficultiesCompassion fatigue ADHD Addictions LGBTRelationship issues

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Family conflictsTrauma and abuse Intimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderDepression Coping with life changes Coaching

Approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Existential Therapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy

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Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Also listed for

Abandonment Adoption and foster care Aging and geriatric issues Antisocial personality Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome

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Avoidant personality Body image Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Dissociation Divorce and separation Domestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hearing impaired Hoarding Hospice and end-of-life counseling Immigration issues Impulsivity Intellectual disability Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Midlife crisis Money and financial issues Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Phobias Post-traumatic stress Prejudice and discrimination Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-love Smoking / vaping cessation Social anxiety and phobia Visually impaired Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people clarify their values and learn practical ways to accept difficult emotions while taking committed actions toward a meaningful life. It is often useful for anxiety, stress, and coping with life changes. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships influence current patterns of connection and trust; it helps clients understand relational dynamics and build healthier bonds in partnerships and family systems. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, nonjudgmental listening, and the client s own pace for change - this approach supports self-exploration, self-esteem, and personal growth by trusting the client as the agent of change.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Atakan works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Registered professionals and therapists can adapt techniques over time, and Atakan will discuss options and tailor her work based on what feels most helpful for each person.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone appointments, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different routines and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent support from home, while still allowing for real-time connection, collaborative problem solving, and ongoing skill practice with the therapist.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Atakan Karakas have?

Atakan Karakas has 7 years of experience.

Is Atakan Karakas a registered therapist?

Yes. She holds the NCPS credential.

In which languages does Atakan Karakas provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English and Turkish.

Where is Atakan Karakas located?

She is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Atakan Karakas as my therapist?

You can work with Atakan Karakas through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Atakan Karakas work with international clients?

Yes, Atakan Karakas works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Atakan Karakas cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.