BACP
Roda Ali, BACP
Therapist in the UK
Roda is a BACP therapist in the UK.
- 11+ years of experience
- Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues
- Approaches include Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy
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About Roda
Roda emphasises restoring balance and building resilience so that people can move forward with greater confidence and agency. She helps clients explore emotional patterns and behavioural responses that cause distress, and supports them in developing practical skills to manage reactions, make empowering choices, and strengthen relationships. Roda works with both short-term and longer-term goals depending on individual needs and circumstances.
She is registered with BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - the UK professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists - and offers therapy in English and Somali. Roda accepts international clients and provides flexible options to help people engage with therapy when they feel ready to take those first courageous steps toward change.
Areas of expertise
Experience
11+ years
Credentials
BACP
Languages
English, Somali
Focus areas
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Approaches
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Therapeutic approaches for online support
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current patterns of connection and trust. It helps people who struggle with intimacy, commitment issues, codependency, or attachment wounds to understand relational patterns and build healthier connections.
Client-Centered Therapy places the client at the heart of the process, offering a respectful, non-judgemental space where the therapist follows the client’s pace and priorities. This approach is useful for people seeking support with self-esteem, life transitions, grief, or exploration of identity and values.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. It offers practical strategies to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, panic, and stress by identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and developing alternative coping skills.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Roda will work together with each person to identify which methods best match their goals, preferences, and the challenges they bring, adjusting the approach as therapy unfolds to ensure the best fit.
Online therapy with Roda is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to make it easier to attend sessions from different locations and at times that suit a busy life. These options provide flexibility for people managing work, caregiving, or mobility constraints, and allow registered professionals to deliver consistent therapeutic support across distances.
Frequently asked questions
How much experience does Roda Ali have?
Roda Ali has 11 years of experience working as an integrative therapist with people facing a wide range of issues, including trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship difficulties.
Is Roda Ali a registered therapist?
Yes. Roda holds BACP, which refers to the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - the UK professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists.
In which languages does Roda Ali provide therapy?
Roda provides therapy in English and Somali.
Where is Roda Ali located?
Roda Ali is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Roda Ali as my therapist?
You can work with Roda through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Roda Ali work with international clients?
Yes, Roda works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Roda Ali cost?
Costs can vary depending on factors such as your location and Roda'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 is 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.