Yunus Mohamed , BACP

Yunus Mohamed holds a BSc (Hons) in Professional Counselling from the University of Salford and is a member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). His BSc (Hons) is an undergraduate degree in professional counselling, and BACP membership denotes involvement with a recognised professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom.

Before establishing his private practice, he worked as a mental health community development worker, bringing community-focused experience to his therapeutic work. In 2007 he founded the BCOM Counselling service in Bolton, a step that expanded his role as a provider and coordinator of counselling support.

Over the course of his career he has supported clients from diverse backgrounds with a range of concerns, including mental health challenges, marital difficulties, and anger management. He also draws on experience mediating between family members, helping parents, children, and extended relatives navigate conflict and improve communication.

Yunus describes his approach as eclectic, tailoring methods to the needs of each person while offering work underpinned by fundamental Islamic values for Muslim clients who seek that perspective. His training is rooted in the Rogerian, or client-centered, tradition that emphasises unconditional positive regard, empathy, and genuineness. He believes no single method fits every client and adapts his practice accordingly. In recognition of his contributions he was a National Mental Health Award winner in 2019.

Therapeutic approaches and accessible online support

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, nonjudgmental environment in which the client is encouraged to explore feelings and personal goals. This approach is useful for people seeking greater self-understanding, relationship improvements, and emotional validation.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop practical strategies to change behaviours and reactions. It is often applied to anxiety, low mood, and stress-related difficulties where skills-based work can produce clearer coping tools.

Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on identifying strengths, establishing clear goals, and building small, practical steps toward change. It suits clients who want focused, goal-oriented work to tackle specific problems or transitions.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Yunus will work collaboratively with each person to determine what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. That collaborative planning helps tailor sessions and adjust methods as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with Yunus offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call or phone, and options for live chat or text-based messaging make it easier to access support from different locations and at varied times. These formats can help people maintain continuity of care and fit therapy into busy or changing schedules.