- Experienced counsellor
- NCPS credential
- Speaks three languages
About Zoleikha
Dr. Zoleikha Gholizadeh is a counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with 19 years of professional experience and an NCPS credential. She aims to make reaching out feel manageable and clear for people who are worried about overwhelming feelings or ongoing stress. Her approach is straightforward and warm, with attention to what a person actually needs in day-to-day life.
She helps people who are struggling with anxiety, stress, depression and anger. She also supports those affected by trauma and abuse, and works with concerns such as panic disorder and panic attacks, obsessive thoughts, phobias and mood difficulties. Additional areas she addresses include fertility and cancer-related distress, hoarding, impulsivity and cultural adjustment issues.
In sessions she focuses on creating an open atmosphere where thoughts and feelings can be talked about without judgement. Conversations are practical and paced to fit each person. The aim is to help people spot patterns, try small changes, and build on what works for them.
Her background across nearly two decades means she has seen a wide range of difficulties and life events. She encourages people to take gradual steps and to set goals that matter to them. Support is offered in English, Azerbaijani and Persian to suit different language needs.
Choosing to start therapy can feel hard. Dr Gholizadeh aims to make the process approachable, helping people plan their first steps and find ways to manage symptoms that interfere with daily life.
Approaches that guide online work and planning
Evidence-based techniques typically focus on helping people understand thoughts and reactions, and on trying small changes in daily life. One common approach helps people notice unhelpful thinking patterns and gently test new ways of responding; this can reduce repeated anxious thoughts and ease panic reactions. Another approach teaches practical strategies for managing overwhelming feelings through step-by-step exercises and gradual exposure to feared situations, which can help with phobias and panic-related avoidance.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The counsellor will discuss what matters to the person, their goals and what feels manageable. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust the plan as progress is made.
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Online work can make fitting therapy around life easier, for example by reducing travel time, allowing shorter check-ins during a busy day, or letting someone join from a different country. Registered or accredited professionals can adapt exercises and homework for remote delivery so work between sessions stays practical and relevant.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
19+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English, Azerbaijani, Persian
Frequently asked questions
What problems does this counsellor help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger and depression, plus related concerns such as panic attacks, OCD symptoms, phobias and mood disorders.
How would sessions typically feel?
Sessions aim to be open and non-judgemental, with practical conversation and steps people can try between meetings.
How much experience does the counsellor have?
She has 19 years of professional work experience in the United Kingdom supporting people with a range of emotional and adjustment difficulties.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds an NCPS credential and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English, Azerbaijani and Persian, and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are used?
The original biography does not specify session formats, so please confirm current session options with the service before booking.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist arrangements; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with this counsellor?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to the therapist's availability.