Abdullah Al-Shoaibi
CBT therapist
Introduction
About me
I’m a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist who combines evidence-based therapy with a warm, collaborative, and practical approach. Drawing on CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), I integrate neuroscience, mind–body practices, and nervous system regulation to help clients build resilience, heal from past experiences, and create meaningful change.
My work is tailored to each individual, meeting you where you are, moving at a pace that feels right, and focusing on what matters most to you. I have supported clients through anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem challenges, and life transitions, both in the UK’s IAPT services and in private practice.
Having lived in Yemen, Germany, and the UK, I bring a culturally informed perspective to therapy and a deep respect for each client’s unique background and story. Clients often describe me as genuine, compassionate, honest, and “like a friend who truly cares.”
How it works
Includes tax & admin fee
Free 15-minute intro call
Not sure if it's the right fit? A chance to explore how we can work together before making any decisions.
Focus areas
What I help with
My approach
What it's like to work with me
In our first session, we’ll take time to understand what’s brought you here, explore how change happens, and talk about your hopes and expectations for therapy. I aim to create a collaborative space where you feel heard, understood, and supported from the start.
Progress will look different for everyone. Sometimes we’ll use evidence-based clinical tools like PHQ-9 and GAD-7 to track measurable changes, while other times we’ll focus on your own reflections of growth, resilience, and daily life improvements. The goal is to make sure therapy moves at a pace that feels right for you, and that you leave each session with clarity, tools, and a sense of direction.
Therapeutic approaches
Personal
Beyond therapy
Why I love being a therapist
Seeing the positive, lasting impact therapy can have on people’s lives.
My interests & joys
Writing, creating, coding, developing new tools
Background
Professional experience
Abdullah is a BABCP-accredited High-Intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapist with a strong track record in helping clients navigate complex mental health challenges. His experience spans IAPT services, private practice, and digital health platforms, where he has worked with individuals from a wide range of cultural and personal backgrounds. Alongside his clinical expertise, Abdullah has contributed to developing self-help mental health apps and has collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide holistic care. His earlier career in law and business has strengthened his analytical skills, cultural awareness, and ability to connect with people from all walks of life — qualities that now enrich his therapeutic work.
Training
Credentials
- BABCP (British Association for Behavioural & Cognitive Psychotherapies) – Member
Studies
Educational background
Postgraduate Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (High-Intensity Workers) – University of Birmingham, UK
Graduate Certificate in Low-Intensity Psychological Interventions – University of Birmingham, UK
Bachelor in Software Development – OpenClassrooms, France
Bachelor of Law – The Yemeni University, Yemen Republic