Counselling, Psychotherapy and
Coaching from Surrey
Enabling you to reach your full potential.
Person-Centred Approach
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
Welcome, I’m Nadir Mothojakan
With a calm disposition, strong communication skills, and respect for individual differences, I work with people from diverse backgrounds and age groups. My journey began as a Mental Health Nurse, guided by a Person-Centred Approach, and has since grown to include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and other evidence-based methods.
I believe that therapy and coaching create safe, reflective spaces where people can grow, heal, and achieve positive change.
Professional Memberships and Listings
Accredited Member of B.A.C.P, B.P.S, and C.I.P.D
British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
My Services
Counselling and Psychotherapy
The foundation of my work is the Person-Centred Approach, which places you at the heart of the process. I also integrate Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to address unhelpful thought patterns, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy to draw out strengths and solutions, and, where appropriate, elements of Transactional Analysis and Psychodynamic Therapy to explore communication patterns and unconscious processes. By combining these approaches, I am able to tailor therapy to the unique needs of each client.
Coaching
Coaching is a collaborative process that focuses on self-discovery and empowerment. Rather than offering direct answers, I use thoughtful questioning and guided reflection to help you build the tools for long-term growth. Coaching can support you in areas such as personal development, career direction, emotional well-being, and lifestyle balance. Together, we may explore relationship-building, money and financial confidence, health and wellbeing, work/life balance, or personal challenges such as procrastination, overthinking and perfectionism. Coaching also provides space to strengthen motivation, self-belief and resilience, while helping you manage stress, anger and troubling emotions.
Areas of Focus
Counselling, psychotherapy, and coaching provide a confidential and non-judgemental space where you can be heard, reflect on your experiences, and begin to make sense of your thoughts and emotions. Our work together can help you develop coping strategies, strengthen relationships, set healthy boundaries, increase resilience, and reconnect with a greater sense of self-awareness and self-compassion. I work with adults on:
Education and Qualifications
I am an Accredited Member of the BACP and hold two Master’s Degrees, one in Health Psychology from City University, London, another in Psychology from the Open University, and an M.A. in Counselling (with Merit). Alongside these, I completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology, a Diploma in Counselling Skills, and specialist training at King’s College London in interventions for serious mental illness. I also hold a Certificate in Coaching and Psychological Coaching from the Centre for Coaching.
Continuing Professional Development
I regularly update my skills through additional training. Recent CPD includes a Professional Certificate in Coping with Abandonment in Abusive Relationships, advanced training in Bereavement and Loss, Trauma-Informed Practice, anger management, and collaborating with adult adopted clients.
Clinical Experience
My experience spans a wide range of settings. I have worked in counselling agencies with survivors of abuse, trauma, and grief, and have supported individuals living with long-term health conditions. I have co-led family interventions to build understanding between clients and carers, facilitated health awareness groups, and provided vital support during the pandemic for those struggling with COVID-related losses and transitions.
Understanding Grief and Loss
Everyone faces loss at some point, yet grief is a deeply personal experience that can affect people in different ways. The death of a loved one often brings overwhelming emotions and physical effects such as tiredness, sleeplessness, or a sense of emptiness. Significant changes, such as retirement or job loss, can also trigger grief, while the loss of a sentimental object may leave an unexpected emotional void. In some cases, loss is more complex—what is often called “ambiguous loss”—where someone remains physically present but emotionally or mentally absent, for example due to dementia or long-term illness.
These experiences can leave people feeling misunderstood, isolated, or reluctant to reach out for support. Some withdraw from others, while others cope by keeping busy, often suppressing their pain. In therapy, I offer a safe space to talk openly and without judgement, to help you process your grief, understand its impact, and begin to move towards healing and growth.
Trauma-Informed and Culturally Sensitive Practice
I follow the six core principles of trauma-informed practice: safety, trust, empowerment, choice, collaboration, and cultural awareness. Recognising and respecting cultural differences is central to my work, as it ensures that therapy is relevant, respectful, and effective. This approach allows me to create a strong therapeutic alliance, validating your unique identity and lived experience, and helping to shape a more positive healing journey.
Session Information
Sessions & Fees
Each session costs £50.00 and lasts 50 minutes, usually on a weekly basis. Limited spaces are available for clients on lower incomes—please contact via email to enquire about availability. The initial 30-minute assessment is free. Fees are payable at the time of booking.
Ethical Practice
I maintain safe practice guided by the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy's Ethical Standards, with regular supervision, further training, and journaling to enhance learning.
I am an Accredited Member of B.A.C.P, B.P.S, and C.I.P.D, and a member of professional networks.