Ilkay Alici , BACP

Ilkay Alici is a counsellor and psychotherapist who offers warm, non-judgemental support to individuals and couples facing a range of life challenges. She specialises in helping people navigate stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, parenting difficulties, addiction, and relationship problems, guiding clients as they explore feelings, patterns, and choices that affect their wellbeing.

Beginning therapy can feel daunting, and Ilkay views that first step as an expression of strength. She creates a compassionate space where clients can speak openly and be heard, working collaboratively to identify goals and practical ways to build more balanced, meaningful lives and healthier relationships. Her approach emphasises respect, empathy, and a focus on each person’s individual experience.

Ilkay holds an MSc Psych, which is a Master of Science in Psychology, and she is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP). These qualifications inform her practice and commitment to ongoing professional development as she supports people through change and recovery.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Support

Ilkay uses client-centered therapy to create a compassionate, accepting environment where clients lead the conversation and their personal values and experiences shape the work. This approach is helpful for people seeking empathy, deeper self-understanding, and support in navigating relationships and life changes.

She also integrates cognitive behavioral therapy, which focuses on identifying and gently challenging unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns to reduce distress and build practical coping skills. CBT can be especially useful for addressing anxiety, stress, mood concerns, and certain forms of addiction.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Ilkay works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. This shared decision making helps tailor sessions to what will be most effective and comfortable for the client.

Online therapy with licensed professionals and experienced therapists offers flexibility in how sessions are delivered, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives, access support from different locations, and continue work between sessions in ways that suit individual routines and communication styles.