Esra Kuscu, BACP, NCPS
Compassionate therapist for stress and trauma
- Six years experience
- BACP and NCPS credentials
- Works with international clients
About Esra Kuscu
Esra Kuscu is a United Kingdom-based therapist with six years of clinical experience, known for combining practical skills with a compassionate, client-centered approach. She holds BACP and NCPS credentials - BACP indicates membership in the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and NCPS is held as an additional professional counselling credential. Her practice focuses on helping people navigate stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, and major life transitions, while also addressing relationship and family issues, eating and sleeping concerns, parenting challenges, anger, self-esteem, career questions, compassion fatigue, and ADHD.
Esra works with many related areas including abandonment, adoption and foster care matters, aging and geriatric issues, attachment and communication difficulties, autism and Asperger syndrome, codependency, chronic pain and illness, caregiver stress, body image, and blended family dynamics. She draws on a broad set of clinical approaches - including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy - tailoring interventions to each person’s needs.
In initial meetings Esra conducts an assessment to explore reasons for seeking support, background history, and collaborative goals, and she works with clients to shape a clear plan for therapy. Between sessions she offers exercises and resources by mutual agreement to help people build practical skills and sustain progress. Esra communicates in both English and Turkish, and her approach emphasizes empathy, respect, and supporting people to develop resilience and meaningful change over time.
Esra works with many related areas including abandonment, adoption and foster care matters, aging and geriatric issues, attachment and communication difficulties, autism and Asperger syndrome, codependency, chronic pain and illness, caregiver stress, body image, and blended family dynamics. She draws on a broad set of clinical approaches - including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy - tailoring interventions to each person’s needs.
In initial meetings Esra conducts an assessment to explore reasons for seeking support, background history, and collaborative goals, and she works with clients to shape a clear plan for therapy. Between sessions she offers exercises and resources by mutual agreement to help people build practical skills and sustain progress. Esra communicates in both English and Turkish, and her approach emphasizes empathy, respect, and supporting people to develop resilience and meaningful change over time.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHearing impairedHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Esra Kuscu have?
Esra Kuscu has six years of experience in therapeutic work.
Is Esra Kuscu a licensed therapist?
Yes. Esra Kuscu holds BACP and NCPS credentials.
In which languages does Esra Kuscu provide therapy?
Therapy is offered in English and Turkish.
Where is Esra Kuscu located?
Esra Kuscu is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Esra Kuscu as my therapist?
You can work with Esra Kuscu through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Esra Kuscu work with international clients?
Yes, Esra Kuscu works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Esra Kuscu 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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?
Many people ask whether meeting with a therapist online can produce meaningful benefits. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions for most people.One major advantage of remote therapy is flexibility. Individuals can connect in the way that suits them best - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - which can make it easier to integrate therapy into busy or complicated schedules.
Licensed professionals provide care via these remote options, and clients can change therapists if they feel a different fit is needed. For many, online therapy offers a practical, effective path to support and personal growth.