Atakan Karakas, NCPS

UK therapist who centers client strengths

Strengths based approach
Experienced and compassionate
Offers English and Turkish

About Atakan Karakas

Atakan Karakas is licensed in the United Kingdom and brings five years of professional clinical experience to her therapeutic work. She approaches each person with the belief that they are the expert on their own life, and she supports clients in discovering and using their existing strengths to face and overcome difficult challenges.

Her style centers on collaboration and respect for individual perspectives, with a focus on helping people take practical steps forward while honoring their personal values. She recognizes that beginning therapy takes courage and she honors that first step as an important part of the healing process.

Atakan also holds the NCPS credential, a professional qualification that reflects her training and commitment to ethical practice. She creates a warm, nonjudgmental environment where clients can explore concerns at their own pace and build resilience over time.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Grief Career difficulties Compassion fatigue ADHD

Also Specializes In

Addictions LGBT Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Bipolar disorder Depression Coping with life changes Coaching

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHearing impairedHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Atakan Karakas have?

Atakan Karakas has 7 years of experience working professionally in therapeutic roles.

Is Atakan Karakas a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds these credentials: NCPS. No additional license details have been provided.

In which languages does Atakan Karakas provide therapy?

Therapy is provided in English and Turkish.

Where is Atakan Karakas located?

Atakan Karakas is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Atakan Karakas as my therapist?

You can work with Atakan Karakas through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Atakan Karakas work with international clients?

Yes, Atakan Karakas works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Atakan Karakas cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could remote therapy be a good fit for you?

Many people wonder whether working with a therapist remotely can make a meaningful difference. For a range of common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and major life transitions - online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person care.

One major benefit is flexibility. Clients can choose the format that feels most comfortable and convenient - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - which helps integrate therapeutic support into busy lives. This adaptability can make it easier to maintain consistency and build momentum in the work.

Licensed professionals provide these remote sessions, and clients are free to request a different therapist at any time if they are looking for a different fit. For many people, online therapy offers a practical, accessible way to receive ongoing support and to explore strategies for coping and growth.

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