I am a Doctor of Existential Psychotherapy. My therapeutic practice evolves from a life-long interest in philosophy, psychology, human rights and social justice. I'm a family man with my wife a professor of philosophy, a son and four daughters of whom I'm very proud. I love animals, walking in nature and cycling. I also teach Judo, write poetry and love to sing.I believe that human beings desire to be and to be something; to escape from pain and sorrow; and to achieve well-being and happiness. My professional involvement with psychology began when I taught child-psychology about 40 years ago. I love my work as a psychotherapist. I believe that the relationship between client and therapist is paramount and the way I work is to first develop this trust with my clients. Through the difficulties and anxieties of life, human beings have an unlimited capacity to grow and it has been my privilege to witness this over 40 years.I am able to offer individual psychotherapy for a range of difficulties such as Abuse, ADD / ADHD, Relationships, Depression, Generalized Anxiety, Health Anxiety, Stress, Addictions, Compulsive Behaviours, Phobias, Panic Attacks, Low Self-esteem, Sexual Identity, Post-Traumatic Stress and other Traumatic Conditions, Loss, Bereavement, Self-harm, Spirituality, Work related issues. I also support people facing cancer diagnosis or chronic illness. My practice includes working with LGBT.I have wide experience with cultural diversity and different layers of society: artists, doctors, workers, teachers, lecturers, directors, musicians, lawyers, refugees, students and therapists.I am a member of the Society of Existential Analysis (SEA) and the Universities Psychotherapy and Counselling Association (UPCA). I am also a registered member of United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) and British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) whose ethical guidelines and code of practice I follow. I offer psychotherapy in English and Farsi.The use of the title Dr in this directory listing relates to the member’s doctorate qualification. However, this does not imply a general medical qualification.