Dr. Ibrahim Ndabavunye, HCPC

Dr. Ibrahim Ndabavunye is an HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist and Senior Counsellor based in the United Kingdom with 17 years of experience in public and private mental health services. He works with individuals and families across a wide range of concerns, including stress and anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, anger management, relationship and family difficulties, intimacy-related issues, eating and sleeping problems, self-esteem and career challenges, ADHD, and compassion fatigue.

His practice emphasises an integrative, client-centred approach that draws on evidence-informed methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centred Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Treatment is tailored from the first session to reflect each person’s specific needs, goals and cultural background, with additional focus on multicultural concerns. Dr. Ndabavunye aims to create a supportive, nonjudgemental environment where people can explore change with care, compassion and professional commitment.

He provides therapy in English and French and accepts international clients. HCPC refers to the Health and Care Professions Council, the professional registration held by Dr. Ndabavunye.

Therapeutic approaches and online care with Dr. Ndabavunye

Dr. Ndabavunye commonly draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in his work. ACT focuses on helping individuals clarify what matters most to them and build psychological flexibility by accepting difficult thoughts and feelings while taking committed action toward personal values. Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns formed in early relationships to improve current connections, emotional regulation and relational security. CBT targets the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours, offering practical strategies to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression and stress.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Dr. Ndabavunye collaborates with each person to identify methods that fit their goals, preferences and cultural context. He adapts techniques over time so that treatment stays aligned with what works best for the individual.

Online therapy with Dr. Ndabavunye is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to provide flexible access to support. These options make it easier for individuals and families to arrange sessions around work, caregiving and geographical constraints, while maintaining continuity of care across locations and life changes.