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Uzma Mukhtar

Integrative Psychotherapist

  • Trauma & post-traumatic stress
  • Life changes & transitions
  • Anxiety & worry

Online only

Session languages: اردو, English, हिन्दी, ਪੰਜਾਬੀ

“A calm, supportive space to explore what has been difficult, at your own pace”

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About Uzma

I am Uzma, an Integrative Psychotherapist and Counsellor, offering a warm, compassionate and non-judgemental space where individuals and families can explore their experiences, understand their emotions and work towards meaningful change at their own pace.

I work with children, adolescents, young adults, adults and families, supporting people experiencing trauma, anxiety, low mood, emotional difficulties, relationship challenges and significant life transitions. My clinical experience includes working with individuals affected by childhood adversity, domestic abuse, bereavement, family difficulties and challenges with emotional regulation and self-esteem.

I hold an MA in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy for Children, Adolescents and Families from the University of Roehampton. My integrative approach draws on a range of therapeutic perspectives, allowing me to tailor therapy to each person's individual needs, developmental stage and circumstances. I am safeguarding trained and DBS checked.

Alongside my therapeutic work, I have an interest in supporting parents and carers through workshops focused on recognising emotional distress, understanding children's needs and developing resilience and coping skills.

I founded Firefly Therapeutics as a compassionate and inclusive practice, built around the belief that every individual deserves to feel heard, understood and valued. I recognise that our cultural backgrounds, family relationships, identities and lived experiences shape how we understand ourselves and relate to others. I therefore place particular importance on offering culturally sensitive therapy that respects each person's unique experiences and values.

I offer sessions in English, Urdu, Hindi and Punjabi, and provide online therapy.

How Uzma works

My approach is integrative, trauma-informed and tailored to each individual's needs, experiences and circumstances. I draw on a range of therapeutic approaches, including cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), psychodynamic and person-centred therapy. When appropriate, I also incorporate creative and expressive approaches, such as play therapy and art therapy, particularly when working with children and young people.

I believe that therapy is a collaborative process built on trust, empathy and understanding. I aim to create a safe and supportive space where you feel comfortable exploring difficult experiences, emotions and relationships at your own pace.

I recognise that our early experiences, family relationships, cultural backgrounds and identities can influence how we understand ourselves, relate to others and navigate life's challenges. I take these factors into account in my work, ensuring that therapy is sensitive to your individual needs, values and lived experiences.

I aim to help you develop greater self-understanding, emotional awareness and resilience, while supporting you to work towards meaningful and lasting change.

Approaches

General information from Kyan about each method, not a description of how Uzma works.

Integrative therapy

Integrative therapy combines ideas and methods from different therapeutic approaches, chosen to suit you and what you bring. Rather than following one model, the therapist adapts the work as it goes along. This flexibility can help when needs change over time.

Person-centred therapy

Person-centred therapy, developed by Carl Rogers, starts from the idea that you are the expert on your own life. The therapist offers warmth, empathy and genuine attention without steering the conversation, so you can explore what matters to you at your own pace. Many people find it helps them feel heard and grow in confidence and self-understanding.

Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)

Cognitive behavioural therapy looks at how thoughts, feelings and actions keep each other going. Together you notice the patterns that hold a problem in place and try out new ways of thinking and acting, often with small practical tasks between sessions. It is widely used for anxiety, low mood, stress and sleep problems.

Psychodynamic therapy

Psychodynamic therapy explores how earlier experiences, and feelings you may not be fully aware of, shape your life today. Patterns that show up in your relationships, and sometimes in the relationship with the therapist, become something to understand together. It is often used for recurring difficulties with mood, relationships and self-esteem.

Play therapy

Play therapy uses play, a child’s natural way of expressing themselves, as the main way of working. Through toys, games, drawing and stories, children can work through feelings and experiences they can’t yet put into words. It is mainly used with children, often with parents involved.

Who Uzma works with

  • Children
  • Teenagers
  • Adults
  • Families

Focus areas

  • Trauma & post-traumatic stress
  • Life changes & transitions
  • Anxiety & worry
  • Low mood & depression
  • Grief & loss
  • Anger
  • Bullying & harassment
  • Culture and family background

Checked by Kyan · Nov 2026

  • Registered Member MBACP, BACP Register, no. 408479

    Register number 408479

    Registration checked · British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy · Nov 2026 · View the register entry

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Training and qualifications

Education

  • MA in Integrative Psychotherapy and Counselling

Further training

  • Safeguarding training

Education, further training and memberships as Uzma listed them. Kyan hasn’t checked these.

Sessions and prices

  • Psychotherapy sessionGBP 85

    50 min · Online · By phone

    I offer psychotherapy sessions online, and by phone. I work with children, adolescents, adults and families.

Practical details

Session languages
اردو, English, हिन्दी, ਪੰਜਾਬੀ
Meeting formats
Online

Questions and answers

Do you offer online sessions?

Yes. I work online, and sessions by phone are also possible.

Which languages can we speak in sessions?

I work in English, and I am fluent in Urdu/Hindi and Punjabi.

Do you work with children and families?

Yes. I work with children, adolescents, adults and families. Where it helps, I use creative methods such as play and art. I am safeguarding trained and DBS checked.

Will my culture and background be understood?

I am particularly mindful of the role that culture, family and lived experience play in how we cope and relate. My culturally sensitive practice aims to give everyone a safe and inclusive environment.

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