About
Hassam Mahmood
I feel fortunate to have worked in a helping capacity before I trained as a psychotherapist. I spent years providing career counselling and academic consulting services; an experience which aids me in understanding the highly diverse ways of life people choose.
Through the course of my training as a therapist, I have discovered that psychotherapy is both an art and a science. I find that my creative interests in music and writing nourish my 'right-brain' wisdom, allowing me to tune in to the artistic, inspired dimension of therapy. As for my technical training, I am a registered member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) which ensures competent and ethical practice. I hold a Master's in Counselling and Psychotherapy, and a certification in the state-of-the-art CBT (T.E.A.M CBT).
I look forward to speaking with you!
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Psychotherapy Experience
Stoke-on-Trent Sixth Form College
As a Trainee Counsellor providing therapy to O and A-Level students at this college, I was part of the Emotional Well-Being Service which won a national award in the category of Mental Health and Well-Being.
The experience of working with young individuals was a deeply fulfilling one. I learned a great deal, and was very glad to have had a meaningful impact on the lives of those I counselled.
Colleagues at SFC - From L to R: Hassam Mahmood, Kirsty Cooper (Manager), and Emily Shaw.
NHS England
The National Health Service is the UK’s publicly funded nationwide healthcare service. I worked at the NHS as a Counsellor in Training, as part of an award winning team. I was trained extensively by the NHS to provide therapeutic services to its staff members: doctors, nurses, admin staff.
Healthbox CIC
Healthbox is a not-for-profit organisation providing well-being services in the UK. I was fortunate to work with an amazing mentor at Healthbox, and gain significant experience in telephone counselling.
Age UK
Age UK has a tremendous focus on well-being services, especially in mental health, for older citizens. I was lucky to gain valuable experience at Age UK, working with older individuals through video sessions.
Qualifications
Workshops and Short Courses
PGCert Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
(2023-2024)
BABCP-Accredited Course at the Oxford Cognitive Therapy Centre, University of Oxford, UK.
(Distinction)
Master's in Counselling and Psychotherapy
BACP-Accredited Professional MSc, School of Medicine, Keele University, UK.
T.E.A.M CBT Level 2 Certification
Feeling Good Institute, California, USA.
Body Mind Therapy
A workshop focusing on the holistic approach to therapy, emphasising the deep relationship between the mind and the body. Conducted by Michael Soth.
Coronavirus Primer: How to do counselling online
This course was jointly offered by The Open University and the BACP to equip therapists with the fundamental tools require for effective online therapy.
Suicide Assessment and Treatment Planning via Tele-Health
Palo Alto University, USA.