Compassionate Support for Life's Challenges

Supporting your journey with care & compassion

A warm welcome—I’m Sorayya, a qualified counsellor I work with individuals and couples facing infertility, loss, anxiety, and the tender shifts of life transitions. I also offer culturally sensitive, faith-informed therapy. I offer in-person counselling in Bradford & Shipley as well as online and telephone sessions for clients further afield.

My path to counselling was partly shaped by my own twelve-year journey with infertility—a season of longing, sorrow, and questioning . Nur means light And is the name I chose for my daughter, as she will forever remind me of the light that can follow darkness.

This lived experience guides my practice with empathy, presence, and respect for each person’s unique story. I hold space for pain that is rarely voiced, offering support that is both culturally attuned and spiritually aware

Outside of my work, I’m happiest with a book, fresh flowers, and a cup of coffee in hand. I live in the beautiful town of Baildon, where nature keeps me grounded and reminds me to stay present in each moment.

About me

Qualifications and Ethics

I’ve had the privilege of supporting people through grief, anxiety, and life-changing health conditions with organisations including Marie Curie and The Cellar Trust. Prior to training as a therapist my journey began as a volunteer bereavement counsellor with Cruse ( National bereavement charity) I have continued my volunteer role and feel privileged to support this amazing charity.

With a background in the non-profit, early years education, and social enterprise sectors across Yorkshire, I carry a deep understanding of diverse communities and the barriers many face in accessing emotional support.

PGDip Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP-accredited, Leeds Beckett University)
BA Hons Social Policy
Registered Member, British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP)
Committed to the BACP Ethical Framework
Regular supervision & ongoing professional development

Therapy with me is safe, ethical, and always centred on your wellbeing.

I also offer therapy in Urdu, Punjabi, and Potwari.

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Therapeutic Approach

My approach is integrative and relational - our connection is the foundation of the work. Every person is unique, and together we shape a journey that feels right for you.

Some of the approaches I may draw on include:

Compassion-Focused Therapy – nurturing self-kindness
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) – easing anxiety and unhelpful thought patterns
Attachment Theory – exploring how early relationships shape emotions
Faith and Culture-Informed Therapy – honouring values and identity when wanted

At my core, I am person-centred: you are the expert in your own life. My role is to walk alongside you with warmth, curiosity, and care, offering a space where you can be seen and heard. I believe we all hold the capacity for growth within us, and under the right conditions, healing and change are possible.

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