Yunus Mohamed
Experienced counsellor for complex life and relationship issues
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About Yunus
Yunus Mohamed offers practical, down-to-earth support for people feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, low mood, relationship trouble and life changes. He greets people in a calm, straightforward way and focuses on what matters most to each person. Yunus works in English, Gujarati, Hindi and Urdu, so speakers of those languages can speak in the language they prefer.
He trained with a Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Professional Counselling from the University of Salford and is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.
Background and approach
Yunus set up the BCOM Counselling service in Bolton in 2007 after time working as a mental health community development worker. Across more than two decades in practice he has supported people with trauma, grief, addiction, eating concerns, anger and self-esteem issues. He also helps with parenting stress, adoption and foster care questions, and a wide range of relationship and intimacy difficulties.
He describes his early training as rooted in the Rogerian client-centred stance of unconditional positive regard, empathy and genuineness. Yunus uses a flexible mix of approaches rather than one fixed method. He tailors sessions to what each person needs, and sometimes integrates cognitive behavioural techniques, solution-focused work or trauma-focused strategies as useful.
He also offers adaptations informed by Islamic values for Muslim clients who request that perspective. He has been practising for 21 years and received a National Mental Health Award in 2019. People who choose him can expect straightforward conversation, practical steps and a focus on clearer coping in everyday life.
At a glance
- Years practising
- 21
- Registered with
- BACP
- Registration number
- 395537
- Languages
- English, Gujarati, Hindi, Urdu
- Approaches include
- Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy
- How sessions happen
- Online, by video, phone or messages
Details are as listed on Yunus's public professional profile. You can check any number with the professional body.
What Yunus works with
Everything Yunus lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Addictions
- Intimacy-related issues
- Eating disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- ADHD
- Adoption and foster care
- Antisocial personality
- Avoidant personality
- Blended family issues
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
- Dependent personality
- Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
- Dissociation
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Eating and food-related issues
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Fertility issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Hospice and end-of-life counselling
- Immigration issues
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Money and financial issues
- Multicultural concerns
- Narcissism
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Paranoia
- Personality disorders
- Phobias
- Post-traumatic stress
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sex addiction
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Yunus lists
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
How Yunus works online
Finding the right blend of approaches is part of the process. The therapist works collaboratively to choose techniques based on the client's goals, concerns and preferences. Together they review progress and shift methods if something isn’t helping.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm available options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions around work, caregiving or travel and can reduce time spent commuting. It also lets people use different communication styles - for example shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, or more structured work when tackling specific problems. Registered or accredited professionals can guide on which way of working will most likely fit into everyday life and help meet your therapeutic aims.
Questions and answers
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with many issues including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and addiction, as well as relationship and parenting concerns.
How would he approach my situation in therapy?
He uses a client-centred style first, then adds cognitive behavioural, solution-focused or trauma-focused techniques where they help. Sessions focus on practical steps and clearer coping.
What is his experience background?
He has worked in counselling and community mental health roles and founded BCOM Counselling in Bolton in 2007, with 21 years in practice overall.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds a BSc (Hons) in Professional Counselling from the University of Salford and is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). He is based in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with him in a language other than English?
Yes. Sessions can be conducted in Gujarati, Hindi and Urdu as well as English.
Which session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking to ensure they meet your needs.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What do I do to begin working together?
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