- Stress and anxiety
- Grief and loss
- Social anxiety
About Imade
Imade Ikponmwonsa is a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) with six years of professional experience. She works with stress, anxiety, grief and loss, self-esteem concerns, depression and coping with life changes, including issues such as social anxiety and phobia. She also addresses feelings related to guilt, shame and isolation and supports people facing end-of-life and hospice concerns.
She keeps sessions straightforward and focused on practical steps. Imade treats the person, not just symptoms, and helps people talk through what feels stuck. Conversations are used to identify small changes that can make day-to-day life easier.
Her approach draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people manage strong emotions and adjust to loss or change. Imade helps clients build clearer coping plans, practise ways of responding to anxious thoughts, and work on confidence in social situations. She explains options in plain language so people can choose what fits them.
Imade has experience supporting people after natural or human-caused disasters and with post-traumatic stress issues. She also works with questions about life purpose and forgiveness. Her background includes helping people who feel very lonely or are dealing with grief related to hospice and end-of-life care.
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients. Costs vary by location and use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. To start, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
Approaches used and how online sessions help
Imade uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on helping people manage strong emotions and change unhelpful patterns. One common approach is cognitive-style work that looks at how thoughts influence feelings and behaviour; this helps when anxious thinking or negative self-talk makes social situations harder. Another approach involves practical coping skills and behavioural steps to reduce avoidance and build confidence in everyday interactions, useful for social anxiety and phobia.Finding the right method is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals and try approaches that fit personal preferences and needs. Together they will review what helps and adjust the plan as therapy progresses.
Because session formats are not specified in the biography, confirm the current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life by removing travel time and allowing shorter check-ins when needed. They also allow people to meet from different locations, which can help those who live abroad or have limited local options. Registered or accredited professionals can explain which session format will work best during the initial matching process.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, depression and coping with life changes, including social anxiety and phobia.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
She uses clear, practical conversations to identify steps that make daily life easier and reduce overwhelming feelings.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Imade has six years of professional experience working with the concerns listed in her profile.
What professional credentials does she hold and where is she based?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and is based in the United Kingdom.
What languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She accepts international clients.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.