Omur Koluman

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Surbiton, Surrey, KT6 4QH

About me

Are anxiety, overthinking or worry taking up more of your life than you’d like? You may find yourself constantly thinking things through, expecting things to go wrong, avoiding situations, struggling with panic, or noticing that your confidence has gradually been affected.

I’m a BABCP-accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) offering in-person sessions in Surbiton and online therapy for adults and teens. I work with difficulties including anxiety and excessive worry, panic, social anxiety, low self-confidence, perfectionism, low mood, stress and work-related difficulties.

My approach is collaborative, warm and practical. We’ll work together to understand the patterns that may be keeping the problem going and develop strategies that can help you make meaningful changes in everyday life. CBT is structured and focused, but sessions are flexible enough to make sure we’re working on what matters most to you.

Therapy isn’t just about learning techniques. I also want you to have space to make sense of what you’re experiencing, understand yourself better and feel able to talk openly without judgement. We’ll regularly review how things are going so that therapy remains useful and aligned with what you want to achieve.

I offer face-to-face CBT in Surbiton as well as online sessions, which can provide greater flexibility around work and other commitments. I also offer a free 15-minute introductory call, giving you the opportunity to ask questions, tell me a little about what you’re looking for and decide whether working together feels like the right fit.

Training, qualifications & experience

I am a BABCP-accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) with postgraduate training in CBT and experience working with adults in both NHS and private settings.

I provide evidence-based CBT for a range of difficulties, including anxiety, panic, social anxiety, PTSD, low mood, stress, perfectionism, low self-confidence and work-related difficulties.

My work is informed by current CBT models and tailored to each person’s individual difficulties and goals. I undertake regular clinical supervision and continuing professional development and work in line with BABCP ethical and professional standards.

Member organisations

Registered / Accredited

Registered / Accredited

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BABCP
British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP)

The BABCP is the lead organisation for Cognitive Behavioural Therapy in the UK. Membership is open to anyone with an interest in the practice, theory or development of CBT. BABCP also provides accreditation for CBT therapists. BABCP accredited members adhere to the Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics in the Practice of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies, and are willing to be scrutinised in this adherence as required.

Accredited register membership

British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies
Accredited Register Scheme

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British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies

Areas of counselling I deal with

Therapies offered

Fees

£90.00 per session

Health Insurance/EAP

  • Aviva
  • Axa Health
  • BUPA
  • Vitality

16 St. James' Road, Surbiton, Surrey, KT6 4QH

Type of session

In person
Online
Phone

Types of client

Young people (13-17)
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Older Adults (65+)
Groups
Organisations

Key details

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