Kayan Houssein, BACP

Kayan Houssein is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who helps people facing stress, anxiety and midlife concerns. He works with depression, bipolar experience, addiction, trauma, grief and relationship strain. He uses a collaborative style that invites people to make sense of their lives and choices.

He trained in psychology with a BSc in Psychology and holds a Diploma in Integrative Counselling. He is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and is completing an MA in Integrative Psychotherapy. He works in private practice and offers therapy across the UK.

In sessions he takes an integrative-relational approach. He treats people as the experts on their own experience and works alongside them to notice patterns, feelings and choices. He is trauma-aware and pays attention to how difficult experiences affect both body and mind.

His work draws on a range of therapeutic ideas, including attachment-focused thinking and cognitive approaches, while also allowing space for personal meaning and values. He aims to help people facing burnout, caregiver stress, identity questions, and those coping with long-term health issues.

People can expect straightforward conversation focused on what matters to them. He emphasises curiosity and practical steps rather than jargon. The aim is to help people build better ways of managing feelings, relationships and life changes.

How his approaches translate to online therapy

Attachment-based thinking focuses on how early relationships shape current bonds and reactions. Online work can use this perspective to look at patterns in relationships, helping people notice how they relate to others and practise new ways of connecting.

Client-centred work means the counsellor follows the person's lead, offering empathy and reflection rather than directives. In an online setting this often looks like open, paced conversations that help someone find their own answers.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) helps people spot unhelpful thinking and try different behaviours. Online sessions can include short practical exercises and simple between-session tasks to test new ways of thinking.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and what feels useful, then agree on a plan together. This is a collaborative choice rather than a fixed prescription.

Confirm the exact session options before booking, as formats are not specified here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into workdays, avoid travel and choose a quieter time for reflection. It can also allow shorter check-ins or focused practical work when that suits someone's schedule.