- CBT techniques
- Person-centred work
- Grief and trauma
About Damian
Damian Okafor is a BACP counsellor in the United Kingdom with 10 years of professional experience. He works with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, anger, addictions and related concerns such as phobias and self-esteem issues. Sessions are conducted in English and Igbo and Damian accepts international clients.
He trained at Regent's University London and holds an MSc in Psychotherapy and Counselling Psychology. His background includes work in GP surgeries and counselling organisations across the UK, which has given him experience with a wide range of everyday problems and life transitions. He brings practical tools from cognitive behavioural approaches and the person-centred perspective he uses in session.
In practice he focuses on straightforward conversation and clear strategies. He helps people notice thought patterns that keep them anxious or stuck, and then tries out small changes to see what helps. He also supports people working through grief, trauma memories and strong feelings such as anger.
Damian often uses short, goal-focused steps alongside deeper reflective work about values and life direction. That mix suits people looking for practical changes as well as those wanting time to think about meaning and relationships. He aims to treat clients with respect and without labels.
People who find social situations hard, worry about performance, or feel isolated may find sessions useful as a place to practise speaking about these worries and testing new responses. To begin, a short matching questionnaire and a first session are used to set goals and practical next steps.
How his approaches translate to online counselling
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what matters to the client, helping people feel heard and clearer about their own choices. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy looks at how thoughts, feelings and behaviours connect and uses practical exercises to test small changes that can reduce anxiety and phobic reactions.Finding the right blend of approaches is part of the work. The counsellor will discuss goals and preferences in early sessions and together decide whether to emphasise thinking-and-behaviour strategies, reflective conversation, or a mix of both. This is a collaborative process and plans can change as needs evolve.
Confirm the session formats offered before booking so arrangements fit day-to-day life. Online appointments can make it easier to fit counselling around work, travel or family routines, and they can reduce time spent travelling. Some people prefer shorter check-ins or audio-only options when video is difficult, while others like a full session with visual contact. Check the available options and choose what works best for you.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
10+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English, Igbo
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems can he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, self-esteem, grief, trauma, phobias and related life changes.
What is his approach in sessions?
He combines Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Client-Centred methods, using practical exercises alongside reflective conversation.
How long has he been practising?
He has ten years of professional experience working in GP surgeries and counselling organisations in the UK.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and works from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Igbo.
Can international clients work with him?
He accepts international clients; confirm time zones and scheduling when arranging sessions.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What is the first step to begin sessions?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.