Shamanaaz Mustafa

Shamanaaz Mustafa

I’m a BACP-registered Integrative psychotherapist working with adults aged 18 and over. With over two years of psychotherapy experience, I provide a calm, supportive and ethically grounded space where you can explore your experiences with clarity and confidence. My approach is steady, compassionate and professional, offering you a reliable therapeutic relationship where you can speak openly and at your own pace.

My background includes working with individuals spanning a range of emotional and psychological challenges. I have specialist experience in perinatal and maternal mental health, supporting women through the emotional transitions of pregnancy, birth and early parenthood. I also offer parenting support, helping clients navigate the practical and emotional demands of raising children.

I have worked extensively with individuals affected by cancer and those caring for loved ones through illness, circumstances that often bring complex layers of fear, uncertainty and emotional strain. I also support clients through bereavement and loss, providing a structured and compassionate space to process grief in its many forms.

My trauma-informed work with survivors of sexual abuse and sexual violence is grounded in sensitivity, respect and clinical awareness. I also work with anxiety, stress and emotional overwhelm, helping clients understand the underlying patterns shaping their responses and develop strategies that feel manageable and sustainable.

In addition, I have experience in obesity management, supporting clients who are exploring their relationship with food, body image and emotional wellbeing. This work is approached with professionalism, nuance and an understanding of the psychological factors involved.

My practice is rooted in person-centred values, and I integrate CBT, compassion-focused therapy, humanistic approaches and psychodynamic understanding. This allows me to tailor therapy to your individual needs, goals and preferred way of working. I also offer psychotherapy in a few South Asian languages (Urdu and Punjabi) for clients who feel more comfortable expressing themselves beyond English.

If you’re ready to take the next step, I welcome you to get in touch and arrange a session. Together, we can begin making sense of what you’re experiencing and work towards greater stability, clarity and emotional wellbeing