Iffat Iqbal, BACP

Iffat Iqbal is a UK-credentialed counsellor with three years of professional experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, and challenges with self-esteem and motivation. She holds BACP accreditation - membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and brings a warm, respectful approach to each therapeutic relationship.

Iffat focuses on tailoring care to the individual, creating conversations and treatment plans that reflect each person’s circumstances, goals, and pace. She emphasises kindness and respect, meeting clients where they are and helping them build confidence, clarity, and coping strategies over time. Her work also addresses related concerns such as attachment and abandonment, body image, caregiver stress, communication and control issues, guilt and shame, loneliness, life purpose, and post-traumatic stress.

Recognising how difficult it can be to reach out, Iffat aims to offer steady support and practical guidance that empowers clients to move toward more satisfying and sustainable change. Interested individuals can learn more about her practice, Mother Tree Counselling, and the services she provides, and are welcome to make contact to discuss next steps.

Client-Centered Care Delivered Online

Iffat Iqbal practices client-centered therapy, a collaborative approach that prioritises the client's perspective and personal goals. In this model the therapist offers empathy, active listening, and support while the client explores feelings, relationships, and life choices - an approach well suited to work on stress, anxiety, self-esteem, and relationship concerns.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Iffat works together with each person to determine what fits best for their needs, goals, and preferences. This collaborative exploration helps shape session focus, pace, and the techniques used so the work feels relevant and manageable.

Online therapy with Iffat is available by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexible options that can fit around work, family, and other commitments. These formats make it easier to access support from home or elsewhere and allow registered professionals and therapists to respond in ways that suit each client’s schedule and communication style.