You don't have to keep pretending you're fine.
My name is Shabana, and I am a UK-based BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist. I specialise in providing culturally sensitive, evidence-based therapy to support individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, and a range of emotional challenges.
I offer fully online therapy sessions, with availability during evenings and weekends (UK time), making support accessible for both UK and international clients. My approach is collaborative, structured, and focused on helping you develop practical tools for meaningful and lasting change within a safe and non-judgemental space.
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It's completely normal to feel unsure before your first session. That's okay.
"You've spent years looking after everyone else. Maybe it's time someone looked after you."
"Sometimes just having somewhere safe to put it all — without having to explain yourself — is the beginning of everything changing."
You're not. These are some of the most common experiences people bring to their first session with me.
Whatever you're carrying — you haven't failed. You've been surviving without the right support. That changes here.
Yes, I'm Ready for Support →CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) is different from open-ended counselling. It's structured and practical — helping you understand the connection between your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours, and gently breaking the patterns keeping you stuck.
You'll leave each session with something concrete. Over time, you'll build a set of tools that belong to you for life — not just for the duration of therapy.
"Structured, evidence-based, and designed around you."
"You shouldn't have to spend the whole session
explaining your family dynamics, your faith,
or why asking for help feels so complicated.
Here, I already understand."
A clear, compassionate process designed around you — from first contact to lasting change.
You don't need to have the right words. You don't need to have everything figured out. All you need to do is reach out — and we'll take it from there, together.
It's okay to feel uncertain. Most people do. That uncertainty doesn't have to stop you.
BABCP Accredited CBT Therapist · Specialist in OCD, Burnout & Trauma
Founder of Noor Psychology
I know how heavy things can feel when you're carrying them on your own — especially when you're used to being the one who holds everything together for others. I'm a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist with over a decade of experience supporting clients through anxiety, OCD, trauma, depression, and the complex intersections of identity, faith, and culture. My clinical journey began in the NHS — from Support Worker in inpatient settings, to Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner, to qualified CBT therapist. That journey shaped everything about how I work.
I founded Noor Psychology because I wanted to create a space that feels calm, safe, and culturally aware — especially for those who have often felt misunderstood in traditional therapy spaces. A place where you don't need to explain your world from scratch, and where your faith, your culture, and your lived experience are already part of the work.
Noor (نور) means light in Arabic. That is what I hope to bring to every therapeutic relationship. Not answers, but clarity. Not direction, but accompaniment. A steady presence as you find your own way forward.
I bring genuine warmth, lived experience of navigating faith and identity, and deep professional commitment to every therapeutic relationship I hold.
I work with a range of presentations, always through a culturally sensitive and trauma-informed lens.
Support for anxiety that feels overwhelming — panic, worry, health fears, and the exhausting cycle of "what if" — gently explored together using proven approaches.
Low mood, loss of motivation, hopelessness, and emotional numbness — working collaboratively to rebuild meaning and engagement with life.
OCD including Pure O, contamination fears, and intrusive thoughts — we will gently explore patterns together using specialist, evidence-based approaches.
Processing difficult or overwhelming experiences using trauma-focused CBT — at your pace, with full control throughout.
Navigating bicultural identity, intergenerational conflict, shame, and the complexities of living between cultures.
Boundary-setting, communication difficulties, codependency, and the emotional impact of family dynamics.
Chronic stress, emotional exhaustion, and recovery from burnout — with practical strategies for sustainable wellbeing.
Bereavement, complicated grief, and navigating loss — including losses that others may not fully recognise or validate.
My therapeutic approach combines clinical excellence with genuine human understanding. Here is what guides my practice.
BABCP-accredited CBT is the foundation of my work. It is structured, evidence-based, and proven effective for anxiety, depression, OCD, and trauma. We work together to identify and change unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns.
Your background, family dynamics, and cultural identity are not incidental — they are central to the work. I integrate cultural understanding into every aspect of your treatment without assumption or stereotype.
For clients who wish it, Islamic values and concepts can be thoughtfully woven into your CBT. This is always optional, never assumed — and always clinically grounded alongside evidence-based practice.
All my work is underpinned by trauma-informed principles — ensuring you feel safe, respected, and in control throughout. I work at your pace, always.
Therapy works best as a genuine partnership. We set clear goals together and review progress regularly — ensuring every session moves you closer to the life you want to live.
Whatever you bring to the room — shame, confusion, fear — will be met with warmth, respect, and complete professional confidentiality. There is nothing too difficult or too shameful to discuss.
Therapy works best as a partnership. You are the expert on your own life — my role is to bring clinical skill and walk alongside you.
Everything I do is grounded in research and clinical best practice. I don't use techniques because they're fashionable — I use them because they work.
Clinical rigour and genuine warmth are not opposites. You will always be treated with dignity, kindness, and complete non-judgment.
Therapy doesn’t stop when the session ends.
Some clients receive a guided Noor reflection journal to help process thoughts between sessions — at their own pace. A quiet, personal space to notice patterns, track progress, and stay connected to the work — without any pressure.
I offer a complimentary 20-minute consultation as an initial point of contact. This provides a space for you to share what has brought you here, what you are hoping for, and to gain a sense of how I work.
There is no obligation to continue following this conversation. It is an opportunity for you to consider whether Noor Psychology feels aligned with your needs.
Our work begins with a focused and thoughtful assessment, typically 50 minutes. Where there is greater complexity or a history of trauma, further assessment sessions or an extended 90-minute session may be recommended.
This process is designed to develop a clear, in-depth understanding of your experiences, current difficulties, and personal goals. Together, we will begin to shape a direction for the work that is both informed and tailored to you.
Equally, this is a space for you to experience the working relationship. A sense of safety, trust, and ease is central to meaningful progress.
Sessions are typically held weekly for 50 minutes, at a consistent time, creating a steady and reliable space for reflection and change.
We usually begin with an initial block of 6 sessions, followed by a structured review. Ongoing reviews are built into the process to ensure the work remains purposeful, effective, and responsive to your needs.
Clients often engage in 12–20 sessions, though this varies depending on the depth and nature of the work. Some may benefit from shorter-term, focused work, while others choose longer-term support. The ending of sessions is approached collaboratively and with care.
For those seeking a more focused approach, I also offer intensive options with extended or more frequent sessions.
All sessions are by appointment.
I work primarily online, offering a flexible and discreet way to access support.
For clients based in Lancashire, in-person sessions can also be arranged where appropriate.
Online sessions take place via a secure, encrypted platform, designed to ensure both confidentiality and ease of access.
Once we agree to begin working together, you will be provided with a clear agreement outlining the terms of our work. This includes practical and professional aspects such as confidentiality, session structure, and boundaries.
This ensures clarity, transparency, and a shared understanding from the outset.
If you would like to explore working together, or have any questions, you are welcome to get in touch.
This may be the beginning of a more considered, supported way forward.
Confidentiality is central to the work at Noor Psychology. All information is handled in accordance with GDPR and professional standards.
There are rare exceptions where confidentiality may need to be broken — specifically where there is a serious and immediate risk of harm to yourself or others, or where required by law. Wherever possible, this would be discussed with you in advance.
⚠️ Crisis & Emergency Support
Please note that I do not provide a crisis or emergency service. If you require immediate support, you are advised to contact your GP, attend your nearest Accident & Emergency department, or call 999.
Additional support is available via:
I believe therapy should be accessible and pricing should always be clear. All fees are per 50-minute individual session unless stated.
🌙 Current Availability
I am currently offering evening appointments only for individual therapy. I am also available for corporate wellbeing and school mental health events — pricing for these can be discussed upon request.
I understand that life happens — and I always aim to be fair. Please give as much notice as possible if you need to reschedule or cancel.
If you are experiencing an emergency or exceptional circumstances, please contact me directly and I will always do my best to accommodate you.
Coaching is not a substitute for clinical therapy and is not suitable for active mental health conditions. If you are unsure which is right for you, we can discuss this in your free consultation.
Book your initial consultation — a calm 20 minute conversation to see if we're the right fit.
Book a Free ConsultationAccredited CBT therapy delivered with cultural sensitivity, clinical excellence, and genuine care — for individuals, organisations, and schools.
Select a condition below to learn how I approach it — what CBT looks like in practice, and what you can expect from our work together.
Anxiety is the most common mental health difficulty I work with. Whether you experience persistent worry, panic attacks, or a constant sense of dread — CBT offers a structured, proven path forward.
Ready to address your anxiety? Book your initial consultation — a calm first step. No commitment, no pressure.
Start with a consultationSocial anxiety is far more than shyness. It can prevent you from showing up fully in your relationships, career, and community — and CBT is highly effective at treating it.
Social anxiety is highly treatable. Book a consultation to find out how we can work together.
Start with a consultationOCD is a serious and often misunderstood condition. I specialise in ERP-based CBT — the gold-standard treatment — and work sensitively with intrusive thoughts that may feel shameful or frightening.
OCD responds very well to specialist CBT.There is no thought too shameful to bring to our sessions.
Start with a consultationTrauma can alter how we see the world, ourselves, and others. Trauma-focused CBT is an evidence-based approach that helps you process difficult experiences safely and reclaim your life.
You don't have to carry this alone.Trauma-focused CBT is effective, structured, and always at your pace.
Start with a consultationDepression is not a sign of weakness or a lack of faith. It is a treatable condition — and CBT has one of the strongest evidence bases of any psychological treatment for depression.
Depression lifts with the right support.Let's talk about how I can help you find your way back.
Start with a consultationBurnout is a state of chronic depletion — not laziness or weakness. Whether it stems from work, caring roles, or simply running on empty for too long, recovery is possible.
You cannot pour from an empty cup.Let's work together to restore your reserves — and keep them there.
Start with a consultationGrief is not something to fix or rush through. But when loss becomes stuck — or when you are grieving something others don't recognise — therapeutic support can make all the difference.
Grief deserves to be witnessed.You don't have to process this alone or in silence.
Start with a consultationThe experience of living between cultures — navigating family expectations, community pressures, and your own sense of self — is a profound and often unacknowledged source of distress.
Your identity is not a problem to solve.It is something to understand, honour, and build upon.
Start with a consultationFor clients who wish it, I integrate Islamic values, concepts, and scholarship into CBT — not as a replacement for evidence-based treatment, but as a powerful complement to it.
Your faith is an asset in therapy, not a complication.Let's explore how it can support your healing.
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Training to become a therapist is one of the most quietly demanding journeys a person can undertake — and yet it is rarely spoken about with the care it deserves.
Alongside the academic rigour, the clinical placements, and the accumulating hours — there is a deeply personal process taking shape. You are not just learning a profession. You are developing an identity, sitting with other people's pain, and often quietly wrestling with your own. The emotional weight of training is real, and it matters.
Whether you are a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner in training, a counselling psychology student, or a CBT trainee navigating your first placements — the experience can surface unexpected things. Imposter syndrome that whispers you are not enough. A creeping anxiety about competence that no amount of reading seems to quiet. The particular exhaustion of learning to hold space for others while your own emotional world demands attention. The delicate act of balancing study, placement demands, personal relationships, and your own wellbeing — often without a language for how hard that truly is.
I offer reflective and developmental support that is distinct from formal clinical processes. This is a calm, confidential space designed for your growth — a place to process what you are encountering, to reconnect with why you chose this path, and to strengthen the self-awareness that will quietly underpin all of your future clinical work. I draw on coaching-informed frameworks, psychological principles, and genuine understanding of the trainee experience. For CBT trainees specifically, I am also able to offer CTSR marking support — reviewing session recordings or excerpts, working through the competency domains with you, and helping you develop a clearer sense of what assessors are looking for and how to evidence your practice with confidence. Whether you are seeking one-to-one sessions, CTSR preparation, or are interested in future group workshops for trainees, I invite you to explore what this kind of support might look like for you.
Explore Support →I believe therapy should be accessible and pricing should be clear. All fees below are per 50-minute individual session unless otherwise stated.
🌙 Current Availability
I am currently offering evening appointments only for individual therapy. I am also available for corporate wellbeing and school mental health events — pricing for these can be discussed upon request.
Concessions available: I offer a limited number of reduced-fee places for those experiencing financial hardship. Please mention this when booking your consultation and we can discuss what may be possible.
Your free 20-minute consultation is waiting. No long waiting lists — just a conversation.
Book Your Free ConsultationAccessible, evidence-based online workshops on mental health, wellbeing, and psychological skills — open to individuals, communities, and professionals worldwide.
Each workshop is designed to be warm, practical, and genuinely useful — blending clinical expertise with cultural sensitivity. All sessions are held online so you can join from the UK, UAE, or anywhere in the world.
Specialist CPD training for therapists, counsellors and mental health practitioners — covering culturally sensitive practice, working with Muslim and South Asian clients, OCD and intrusive thoughts, and trauma-informed approaches. Suitable for BACP, BABCP, and UKCP members. Available online or in-person across Lancashire.
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Secure your spot with a simple payment — a Zoom link will be sent directly to you.
Join from anywhere in the world — all you need is an internet connection and a quiet space.
I also deliver tailored wellbeing workshops for organisations, schools, mosques, and community groups — in-person across Lancashire or online worldwide.
Topics include mental health awareness, stress and burnout prevention, culturally sensitive practice for professionals, and CPD sessions for therapists and social workers.
Enquire About Bespoke Training →Dates are being confirmed soon. Register your interest now to be first to know — and get early access to booking.
Free videos, downloadable worksheets, and practical tools to support your mental health journey — whether you're in therapy or not.
Educational videos on CBT, anxiety, OCD, trauma, and more — produced for accessibility and clarity.
A clear, accessible explanation of the anxiety cycle and how CBT interrupts it.
⏱ ~8 minsDemystifying OCD — including Pure O and religious intrusive thoughts.
⏱ ~12 minsAn introduction to trauma, its effects on the brain and body, and how TF-CBT works.
⏱ ~10 minsA simple breakdown of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and what to expect in sessions.
⏱ ~9 minsHow CBT and behavioural activation help lift persistent low mood and withdrawal.
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Practical worksheets, self-help guides, and resources you can use right now — whether or not you are currently in therapy.
A structured CBT worksheet for identifying and challenging unhelpful thoughts.
Download PDF →Practical strategies for managing anxiety day-to-day, written in accessible language.
Coming SoonFaith-integrated tools combining evidence-based techniques with Islamic practice.
Download PDF →A step-by-step guide to recognising burnout and beginning to restore your energy.
Coming SoonQuick-reference card for grounding exercises you can use anytime, anywhere.
Download PDF →How to express your needs assertively within family and cultural contexts.
Download PDF →These are for self-awareness only — not a clinical diagnosis. If you are concerned about your results, please speak to your GP or book a consultation.
A clinically validated questionnaire widely used in NHS settings to understand current mood. Results are for self-awareness only.
The GAD-7 measures anxiety severity. Widely used in NHS talking therapies — a useful starting point for understanding your experience.
A validated measure to help identify OCD symptoms and their impact on daily life. Discuss results in a clinical consultation.
The Social Phobia Inventory measures fear, avoidance and physiological symptoms related to social situations.
The Penn State Worry Questionnaire measures the tendency to worry excessively — a key feature of generalised anxiety.
The PTSD Checklist (DSM-5) screens for trauma-related symptoms across the four key PTSD symptom clusters.
A brief measure of general psychological distress widely used in IAPT and talking therapy services across the UK.
The Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale is the most widely used measure of global self-worth and self-regard.
The Health Anxiety Inventory screens for preoccupation with illness and health-related fears over the past six months.
Reputable UK organisations and support services — for when you need help beyond therapy, or are waiting to access support.
Learn more about the conditions I specialise in — what they are, how they show up, and how CBT can help. Each section includes context for Muslim and South Asian communities.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder · ERP · Intrusive thoughts
Generalised anxiety · Panic attacks · Worry · Physical symptoms
Low mood · Loss of motivation · Hopelessness · Withdrawal
Evidence-based treatment · Typically 6–12 sessions
Illness anxiety disorder · Also known as hypochondria
Antenatal & postnatal mental health · PND · Birth trauma
Core beliefs · Self-worth · Inner critic
Appearance anxiety · Body image · Compulsive checking
These resources have been developed to support trainee therapists, counselling students, and early-career practitioners. Each tool is designed with reflection, formulation, and self-development in mind — created to sit quietly alongside your training, not to replace it.
A structured worksheet for cognitive restructuring — supporting trainees in applying thought records with clients and in their own reflective practice.
A structured 5Ps / CBT formulation support tool to help trainees build coherent, compassionate formulations across diverse clinical presentations.
Guided reflection prompts designed specifically for trainee development — supporting deeper self-awareness, clinical insight, and personal growth throughout training.
Grounding exercises, evidence-based coping strategies, and tracking sheets — designed for trainees to use personally and to adapt with clients.
A clean structured template for organising therapy sessions — helping trainees move confidently from agenda-setting through to between-session tasks.
A targeted reflective resource addressing the confidence challenges of training — offering reframes, prompts, and a framework for rebuilding self-trust.
A structured record for designing and reviewing behavioural experiments — one of the most powerful CBT techniques, yet often under-taught in training.
A week-by-week activity scheduling and BA record sheet — essential for depression work and particularly useful in early placement stages.
A practical reference tool for identifying and tracking safety behaviours across anxiety presentations — valuable across OCD, panic, health anxiety, and social anxiety.
A GAD-specific technique record sheet supporting clients to contain and schedule worry — with guidance notes for trainees on how to introduce the approach.
A non-clinical educational tool to support reflective safety thinking for trainees — structured space for developing awareness, not a clinical risk instrument.
A concise, trainee-friendly breakdown of all 12 CTSR competency domains — including what assessors look for, common pitfalls, and how to evidence each item in your recorded sessions.
Seven evidence-based formulation diagrams in one curated pack — each with a visual model, key maintaining factors, and brief clinical notes:
A structured tracker aligned to CTSR domains — allowing trainees to rate their confidence across competency areas over time and identify where to focus their development.
A burnout prevention and emotional regulation workbook created specifically for the pressures of therapeutic training — not generic wellness advice, but tools that understand the work.
Client-facing educational materials covering anxiety, mood, stress, and the cognitive model — ready to use in sessions with thoughtful, accessible, and culturally considerate language.
A complete structured e-book for working with Generalised Anxiety Disorder in CBT — covering formulation, psychoeducation, worry diaries, thought records, and behavioural experiments.
A structured clinical guide to delivering CBT for panic — grounded in Clark's cognitive model, covering psychoeducation, interoceptive exposure, safety behaviour reduction, and relapse prevention.
A comprehensive CBT guide for working with depression — covering Padesky's cognitive model, behavioural activation, activity scheduling, negative automatic thoughts, and core belief work.
A clinical guide to CBT with ERP for OCD — based on Salkovskis's formulation model, with sections on intrusive thoughts, neutralising behaviours, exposure hierarchies, and faith-sensitive considerations for Muslim clients.
A first-of-its-kind clinical guide integrating Islamic principles with evidence-based CBT — written for therapists working with Muslim clients in the UK, Dubai, and internationally. This manual explores how tawakkul, sabr, gratitude, dua, and Islamic worldview can be woven thoughtfully into cognitive and behavioural frameworks — without diluting clinical rigour or spiritual integrity.
A growing professional resource library designed for the realities of CBT training. New materials added regularly. Get in touch to access free downloads, purchase manuals, or register interest in upcoming resources.
Explore Resources →Evidence-based articles, cultural reflections, and practical guidance on mental health, faith, and wellbeing.
Many Muslims struggle silently with intrusive thoughts that feel deeply un-Islamic — assuming they reflect something wrong with their faith. Here's what Islamic scholarship and clinical psychology both say.
Growing up as the responsible one, the peacekeeper, the one who never causes trouble — has a cost that often doesn't become visible until adulthood.
Productivity culture, spiritual guilt, and family expectations can make rest feel dangerous. But burnout is not a badge of honour — and it is not inevitable.
The stigma around mental health within Muslim communities runs deep — often rooted in misunderstandings about what therapy is and what seeking help actually means.
Articles written by Shabana — BABCP accredited CBT therapist. All content is for informational purposes and does not constitute clinical advice. For personalised support, please book a consultation.
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I prefer all professional communications in writing — so email is always the best way to reach me. I aim to respond within 2 working days.
Your free 20-minute consultation is the first step. No obligation, no waiting list — just a conversation to see if we're the right fit.
Starting therapy can feel significant. It does not need to be complicated — within the form, I will handle everything else.
A note: I understand reaching out can feel daunting. Your enquiry will always be handled with complete discretion and respect.
Secure your session in a few simple steps. All appointments are confidential and conducted with cultural sensitivity.
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How we collect, use and protect your personal information.
Last updated: May 2025 · Noor Psychology, Lancashire, UK
Noor Psychology is a private psychology practice operated by Shabana, a BABCP-accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, based in Lancashire, England. For data protection purposes, Shabana is the data controller for the personal information you provide to this website and through our services.
We may collect the following types of personal information:
We use your personal information to:
Our lawful basis for processing health data is Article 9(2)(h) UK GDPR (health care purposes) and, where applicable, your explicit consent.
All personal data is stored securely using password-protected, encrypted systems. Clinical notes are held in a secure, UK-based platform. We do not sell, rent or share your personal data with third parties except where required by law (e.g. safeguarding duties) or with your explicit consent.
Clinical records are retained for a minimum of 7 years following the end of treatment (or until a child reaches 25, whichever is later), in line with professional guidance. General contact and enquiry data is deleted after 2 years if no therapeutic relationship has been established.
Under UK GDPR you have the right to:
For any data protection queries, please contact us via the Contact page. We aim to respond within 5 working days.
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The terms that govern your use of this website and our services.
Last updated: May 2025
These Terms and Conditions govern your use of the Noor Psychology website and the therapeutic services offered by Shabana (BABCP-accredited CBT Therapist). By using this website or engaging our services, you agree to these terms.
Noor Psychology provides private psychological therapy and wellbeing services including individual CBT, online workshops and training. All services are subject to clinical suitability. We reserve the right to decline or discontinue services if this is in the clinical best interests of the client or if these terms are not followed.
Session fees are agreed at the point of booking and are payable in advance or on the day of the session unless otherwise arranged. Fees for workshops are payable in full upon booking. Noor Psychology reserves the right to review fees periodically; you will be given at least 4 weeks' notice of any change.
The content on this website is provided for general information only and does not constitute clinical advice. You must not reproduce, distribute or commercially exploit any content from this site without written permission. We make every effort to keep information accurate but cannot guarantee it is always up to date.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Noor Psychology is not liable for any indirect or consequential losses arising from use of this website or our services. Nothing in these terms limits liability for personal injury caused by our negligence.
These terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.
Our policy on cancellations, late notice and missed appointments.
Last updated: May 2025
We will always endeavour to give you as much notice as possible if we need to reschedule or cancel an appointment due to illness or other unforeseen circumstances. If we cancel with less than 24 hours' notice, no charge will be made and an alternative appointment will be offered at the earliest opportunity.
If you cancel or reschedule an appointment with more than 48 hours' notice, no charge will be made. You are welcome to rebook at a mutually convenient time.
If you cancel or reschedule with less than 48 hours' notice, 50% of the session fee may be charged. This is because the appointment slot is difficult to fill at short notice.
If you cancel with less than 24 hours' notice or do not attend without any notice, the full session fee will be charged. Repeated non-attendance may result in discharge from the service.
Workshop bookings are non-refundable once confirmed unless the event is cancelled by Noor Psychology. If you are unable to attend, you may transfer your booking to another person at no extra charge with at least 48 hours' notice.
We understand that genuine emergencies arise. Cancellation fees will be waived or reduced at our discretion in cases of serious illness (with evidence if appropriate), bereavement or other unforeseen emergencies. Please contact us as soon as possible in these situations.
Our commitment to protecting the safety and wellbeing of all clients.
Last updated: May 2025
Noor Psychology is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all clients, particularly children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take all safeguarding concerns seriously and act swiftly to protect those at risk.
Therapy is confidential with important exceptions. Confidentiality may be broken — with or without your consent — where there is:
Where possible, we will discuss any disclosure with you before it is made, unless doing so would put someone at greater risk.
Where we work with clients under 18, parental or guardian consent is required. We work collaboratively with parents/guardians while maintaining appropriate confidentiality with the young person. Any safeguarding concerns involving children will be reported to the appropriate statutory agencies in accordance with local authority procedures.
Shabana holds a current enhanced DBS check and adheres to the safeguarding requirements of the BABCP and the British Psychological Society. Professional liability insurance is maintained at all times.
If you have a safeguarding concern about a child or vulnerable adult, please contact us via the Contact page. In an emergency, always call 999 or contact your local children's/adults' services.
How to raise a concern or complaint about our services.
Last updated: May 2025
Noor Psychology is committed to providing high-quality, ethical and compassionate care. If you are not satisfied with any aspect of our service, we want to hear from you. All complaints are taken seriously, handled promptly and treated confidentially.
In the first instance, please raise your concern directly with Shabana — either during a session or via the Contact page. Many concerns can be resolved quickly and informally through open discussion.
If your concern is not resolved informally, you can make a formal written complaint. Please include:
We will acknowledge your complaint within 3 working days and provide a full written response within 20 working days.
If you remain dissatisfied after our internal process, you may escalate your complaint to:
Making a complaint will not affect your access to services, and you are entitled to bring a support person to any meetings regarding your complaint. All correspondence is treated as confidential and stored securely.
A CBT worksheet for identifying and challenging unhelpful thoughts.
A CBT Worksheet for Identifying & Challenging Unhelpful Thoughts
The thought record is one of the most powerful tools in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. It helps you to slow down automatic thinking, examine the evidence, and develop a more balanced perspective. Use this sheet whenever you notice a significant shift in your mood or an unhelpful thought pattern.
Quick-reference guide — use anytime, anywhere.
Quick-Reference Guide — Use Anytime, Anywhere
This is the most widely used grounding technique. It works by engaging all five senses to anchor you in the present.
| Sense | Your Turn — Name Them Now |
|---|---|
| 👁 5 things you can SEE | 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. |
| ✋ 4 things you can TOUCH | 1. 2. 3. 4. |
| 👂 3 things you can HEAR | 1. 2. 3. |
| 👃 2 things you can SMELL | 1. 2. |
| 👅 1 thing you can TASTE | 1. |
Slow breathing directly activates your parasympathetic nervous system — the "rest and digest" system that counteracts the stress response.
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1. Inhale | Breathe in slowly for 4 counts |
| 2. Hold | Hold at the top for 4 counts |
| 3. Exhale | Breathe out slowly for 4 counts |
| 4. Hold | Hold at the bottom for 4 counts |
| Repeat | 4–6 cycles. Then breathe naturally. |
Use when you notice you are overwhelmed mid-task.
Expressing yourself assertively within family & cultural contexts.
Especially written for Muslim and South Asian communities
| Style | What it looks like |
|---|---|
| Passive | "It's fine, don't worry about me." Needs go unmet. Resentment builds. |
| Aggressive | "You always do this to me." Blaming, attacking, escalating. |
| Passive-Aggressive | "Fine." (It is not fine.) Indirect, sulking, withdrawing. |
| Assertive ✓ | "I feel... I need... I would like..." Clear, calm, respectful. |
| Component | Example |
|---|---|
| "When..." | "When plans are made without asking me..." |
| "I feel..." | "...I feel overlooked and unimportant..." |
| "Because..." | "...because it feels as though my input doesn't matter." |
| "What I need is..." | "...I'd like to be consulted before decisions are finalised." |
For many of us, saying no feels dangerous. In reality, the inability to say no is one of the fastest routes to burnout, resentment, and relationship breakdown.
"I am happy to listen, but I need you to stop shouting at me before we continue."
"I can speak for 20 minutes. After that I need to rest."
"I would prefer not to be hugged without asking me first."
"That is something I would like to keep private."
Faith-integrated tools for emotional wellbeing.
Faith-Integrated Tools for Emotional Wellbeing
"Allah does not burden a soul beyond that it can bear." — Quran 2:286
This is not a dismissal of your pain. It is an assurance that you have the capacity to endure and that support is available to you.
"Verily, in the remembrance of Allah do hearts find rest" (13:28). Dhikr is a neurological and psychological anchor that grounds us in the present and in a sense of meaning beyond ourselves.
Each salah is an invitation to pause, breathe, and reconnect. Research shows that mindful prayer — when performed with presence — reduces cortisol and activates the parasympathetic nervous system.
Tawakkul means taking every reasonable step available to you, and then releasing the outcome with trust in Allah. This maps directly onto CBT principles:
Take action where you have influence
Release what is beyond your control
Maintain hope and meaning in uncertainty
"The believer to another believer is like a building — each part strengthens the other." Isolation worsens mental health. The ummah is a built-in support network.
"We send down of the Quran that which is healing and mercy for the believers" (17:82). Choose one verse and sit with it. Slow, reflective reading differs from recitation for reward.
Quran 94:5-6 — "With hardship comes ease... indeed with hardship comes ease."
Quran 2:153 — "Allah is with the patient."
Quran 93:1-11 — Surah Ad-Duha — revealed to the Prophet in a period of silence and grief.
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