Damian Okafor , BACP

Damian Okafor is a UK-registered and licensed therapist with nine years of professional experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and anger management. He trained at Regent's University London and holds an MSc in Psychotherapy and Counselling Psychology, and he has worked in GP surgeries within the NHS as well as with counselling organisations across the UK.

His clinical style is warm and interactive, rooted in a combination of cognitive-behavioural and person-centred approaches. He treats people with sensitivity, respect, and compassion and avoids stigmatizing labels. As a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) - the professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK - he follows professional standards in his work.

Damian believes that each person is the expert in their own story and that existing strengths can be mobilised to face life’s challenges. He frames the decision to seek therapy as a courageous step and offers non-judgemental support to help clients move toward a more fulfilling and resilient life.

Therapeutic Approaches and Remote Care

Client-centred therapy focuses on understanding each person’s experience from their perspective, offering a supportive, non-directive space where individuals can explore their feelings and values; it can be especially helpful for building self-awareness and addressing issues like grief, relationship difficulties, and self-esteem. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify and adjust unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns through practical exercises and collaborative problem solving, making it useful for managing anxiety, stress, anger, and some trauma-related symptoms.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Damian works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. He adapts techniques from different approaches to create a personalised plan and invites clients to shape the direction of their work together.

Online therapy with Damian is available by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, which offers flexibility for people with busy schedules, mobility limits, or who are located far from in-person services. These options make it easier to maintain consistency in sessions, try different communication styles, and fit therapy into everyday life while working with a licensed professional.