BA (Hons) MBACP
Integrative Relational Counsellor and Psychotherapist
Dilek Bozan
Counselling in
Guildford & Surrey
It is my belief that counselling is not about seeking perfection, but is, rather a process towards acceptance of the whole self.
To this end we explore the influence of your past, the realities of your present and the significant events impacted your life and the way you react to world.
We all have our own unique stories to tell. Our stories holds significant clues about the struggles we experience in the present with our own needs and relationships.
By exploring these things through therapy, we may open up new possibilities and maybe even re-write our stories.
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I’m a fully qualified and experienced psychotherapeutic counsellor with a BA (Hons) in Integrative Relational Counselling. My work is further enriched by specialist training in Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT), Deep Brain Reorienting (DBR – Level 3), and Internal Family Systems (IFS – Level 1).
I offer an integrative, relational approach—drawing from a range of therapeutic models to respond flexibly and thoughtfully to your unique experiences. Working relationally means I place great importance on the quality of the therapeutic relationship, believing that a safe, attuned connection can be a powerful agent for healing and change.
Alongside relational work, I integrate structured, evidence-based approaches such as REBT to support clients in exploring beliefs, emotional patterns, and behaviours that may be holding them back. Where appropriate, I also draw on DBR and IFS to support trauma resolution and deepen self-understanding.
I work with a broad range of issues including anxiety, shame, low self-worth, grief, relationship challenges, and the impact of early attachment wounds. I also support clients navigating life transitions, parenting struggles, and cultural identity concerns. My client base is diverse and international, and I value the richness of working across a variety of backgrounds and life stories.
"Dilek was an excellent counsellor, listening to my problems attentively and offering strategies to tackle my issues, particularly in the area of self-worth and gaining confidence in my own abilities. Covid had been particularly challenging for me and clouded my thoughts, Dilek helped me see a clear path forwards and get my life back on track."
" The sessions stimulated a lot of deep thinking and the counsellor used a variety of psychological tools to support and explore some difficult personal concerns. Dilek(or counsellor) was very professional, intuitive and supportive which gave me some positive outcomes which I will continue to work with"
"I can't recommend Dilek enough, she was able to help me navigate through current and past issues and has helped me develop skills which I will use throughout my life."
"The difference 6 months has made with Dilek has been chalk and cheese. I am very grateful for her time."
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