Amina Begum

I am currently accepting new supervisees for Clinical Supervision and offer flexible online sessions via Zoom or telephone across the UK. My availability is Monday through to Friday, with session times negotiated to meet individual suitability. Whether you are a qualified or trainee therapist, I am here to provide support and guidance tailored to your professional journey. 

I also provide ad-hoc consultative supervision across the UK, and offer 1-2-1 and group supervision for social work, teachers and nurses which my Level 6 Supervision qualification enables me to cover.

Please reach out to discuss potential session times. I offer flexible scheduling to ensure that you receive the support you need while balancing your other commitments.

If I have any planned time off, I will notify you in advance. For any urgent matters, I will ensure that you have alternative resources or contact details.

 *Concession rate available for trainee counsellors only

As a qualified Level 6 Clinical Supervisor and Supervisor Tutor, with an MSc in Psychology and a BA Hons in Counselling & Psychotherapy, I bring over 14 years experience and training to my supervision practice. I offer both 1-2-1 and peer supervision for individuals and organisations.

I draw on a range of clinical supervision models, with a holistic, integrative approach rooted in Humanistic principles and grounded in research and evidence-based practice.

 I am a certified EFT and Somatic Practitioner and am also trained in CBT, Solution Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, DBT, Psychodynamic and Gestalt approaches, allowing me to offer tailored, flexible supervision that meets each supervisee's individual needs.

I have specialist training and experience in trauma, sexual abuse, childhood trauma, child sexual abuse (CSA) and online sexual offending. I also work with drug addiction, identity and attachment issues, depression, anxiety, self-harm, grooming/trafficking, domestic abuse and violence, and cultural and identity challenges. I have over 14 years' experience in forensic settings as a qualified mental health advocate, and have supported adults, teens and adolescents from diverse backgrounds across organisations, charities and private practice.

I supervise counselling students and practitioners across the UK, including those studying at MSc level in counselling and psychology.

I believe supervision is more than case discussion. My intention is to create a collegiate, safe and reflective space that supports your personal and professional growth as a practitioner. Together we explore your own process, emotional wellbeing and professional development, so you can gain insight into your practice, strengthen your therapeutic skills, uphold ethical practice and better support your clients.

I offer remote supervision sessions via Zoom or telephone, with flexible scheduling to accommodate your needs. Whether you’re an experienced therapist or in training, my goal is to provide a supportive, reflective environment where you can thrive, grow, and develop as a confident, competent practitioner.

In our first supervision session, I aim to create a supportive and open space where we can establish a strong foundation for our work together. During this initial session, we’ll focus on building rapport, clarifying your supervision goals, and discussing any immediate challenges you may be facing in your practice.

I will ask you to reflect on your current caseload, your areas of professional development, and any specific areas you’d like to explore or receive guidance on. We will also review any professional concerns you might have, and I’ll ensure that we explore the ethical considerations in your practice. This first session allows me to get to know you as a supervisee, so I can tailor future sessions to best support your needs.

Additionally, I may ask you to complete a brief assessment form or provide background information about your therapeutic approach, experience, and areas of focus. This helps me understand your practice better and ensures our work is as effective as possible.

 The first session is an opportunity to discuss our mutual expectations, your learning needs, and the overall structure of our supervision work. It’s important to me that you feel comfortable and confident in our working relationship, so this session is also a space for you to ask questions about my approach to supervision.

I aim to foster an environment where you feel heard and supported, encouraging self-reflection and professional growth. This first session sets the tone for a collaborative and productive supervision relationship

I offer a free 15-minute consultation where we can talk through your needs and explore whether working together feels like the right fit for you. I currently offer sessions online, via Zoom or telephone, providing flexible support in a space that feels safe and accessible Mon-Fridays. 

Taking the first step toward therapy may feel daunting, but it can also be life-changing. I use an Integrative, Holistic, Neurobiological and Trauma-informed approach drawing on various modalities, psychological perspectives and skills for which I am qualified, and trained in. 

My approach supports clients to understand and process not only their thoughts and emotions, but also experiences which may be held within their body.  

Welcome to Reflective Insights. I am a BACP accredited psychotherapist and qualified clinical supervisor, eligible for Chartered Membership of the British Psychological Society, with an MSc in Psychology and a BA Hons in Counselling & Psychotherapy. I am a counselling tutor and certified EFT and Somatic Therapist.

I have over 14 years' experience as a therapist and IMHA in forensic services supporting people detained under the Mental Health Act, and have worked for many years with sexual abuse and trauma, including survivors of war crimes. I have specialist training in sexual abuse and violence, trauma and online sexual offending. I provide Critical Incident Stress Debriefing for organisations, face-to-face or online.

My approach is holistic, relational and neurobiologically informed, drawing on psychological theory and research on stress, trauma, the body and the brain, including polyvagal theory. I work with a diverse range of clients and concerns:

Trauma and abuse: male and female sexual abuse, childhood sexual abuse, childhood and adult trauma, complex trauma, trauma linked to war crimes, displacement and asylum, flashbacks, dissociation, domestic abuse and violence, honour-based abuse, forced marriage, grooming and trafficking. 

Emotional wellbeing: anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, cognitive distortions, self-harm/suicidal thoughts, disordered eating

Addiction and behaviours: drugs and addictions, addictive and maladaptive behaviours, problematic online pornography use.

Identity and relationships: identity and gender, cultural issues, family, relationships and attachment difficulties. LGBTQ+ and neuro-affirming.

I offer a compassionate, client-centred, evidence-based approach, creating a safe space where you feel heard and validated, process experiences, gain insight and take positive steps towards a more empowered, fulfilling life. We collaboratively formulate treatment plans around your needs.

Sessions: 60 or 90 minutes, online (Zoom) or phone only.

Our initial session is a gentle exploration of what brings you to therapy, your hopes or goals, and any concerns you may have. I'll ask some questions to gain a sense of your experiences and current challenges, from which we will collaboratively begin to formulate how therapy can be most beneficial to you.

There's no pressure to share everything at once; we go at a pace which feels safe for you, and all treatment plans are individualised to meet your needs. I aim to create a grounded, non-judgemental space where you feel heard, validated, understood, reflect on and gain deeper insights into your experiences, and feel empowered as you embark on and navigate your therapeutic journey.

I offer a free 20-minute telephone consultation before agreeing to contract to the first full session. This helps us decide if we're a good fit to work together, and is an opportunity for you to also ask questions and get a sense of me as a therapist and my approach.

Welcome to Reflective Insights. I am a BACP accredited psychotherapist and qualified clinical supervisor, eligible for Chartered Membership of the British Psychological Society, with an MSc in Psychology and a BA Hons in Counselling & Psychotherapy. I am a counselling tutor and certified EFT and Somatic Therapist.

I have over 14 years' experience as a therapist and IMHA in forensic services supporting people detained under the Mental Health Act, and have worked for many years with sexual abuse and trauma, including survivors of war crimes. I have specialist training in sexual abuse and violence, trauma and online sexual offending. I provide Critical Incident Stress Debriefing for organisations, face-to-face or online.

My approach is holistic, relational and neurobiologically informed, drawing on psychological theory and research on stress, trauma, the body and the brain, including polyvagal theory. I work with a diverse range of clients and concerns:

Trauma and abuse: male and female sexual abuse, childhood sexual abuse, childhood and adult trauma, complex trauma, trauma linked to war crimes, displacement and asylum, flashbacks, dissociation, domestic abuse and violence, honour-based abuse, forced marriage, grooming and trafficking.

Emotional wellbeing: anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, cognitive distortions, self-harm/suicidal thoughts, disordered eating

Addiction and behaviours: drugs and addictions, addictive and maladaptive behaviours, problematic online pornography use.

Identity and relationships: identity and gender, cultural issues, family, relationships and attachment difficulties. LGBTQ+ and neuro-affirming.

I offer a compassionate, client-centred, evidence-based approach, creating a safe space where you feel heard and validated, process experiences, gain insight and take positive steps towards a more empowered, fulfilling life. We collaboratively formulate treatment plans around your needs.

*Sessions: 60 or 90 minutes, online (Zoom) or phone only. 

Our initial session is a gentle exploration of what brings you to therapy, your hopes or goals, and any concerns you may have. I'll ask some questions to gain a sense of your experiences and current challenges, from which we will collaboratively begin to formulate how therapy can be most beneficial to you.

There's no pressure to share everything at once; we go at a pace which feels safe for you, and all treatment plans are individualised to meet your needs. I aim to create a grounded, non-judgemental space where you feel heard, validated, understood, reflect on and gain deeper insights into your experiences, and feel empowered as you embark on and navigate your therapeutic journey.

I offer a free 20-minute telephone consultation before agreeing to contract to the first full session. This helps us decide if we're a good fit to work together, and is an opportunity for you to also ask questions and get a sense of me as a therapist and my approach.