Damian Okafor, BACP
10 years in practice
Damian Okafor is a counsellor who combines practical conversation with thoughtful reflection.
License and registration
- BACP
- 280948 · expires March 2026
- Years in practice
- 10
- Languages
- English, Igbo
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About Damian
Damian Okafor is a counsellor who combines practical conversation with thoughtful reflection. He uses a warm, interactive style that aims to help people make sense of stress, anxiety, grief, anger and other struggles. He introduces straightforward tools and listens closely to each person’s story.
Damian trained at Regent's University London and holds an MSc in Psychotherapy and Counselling Psychology. He is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
Background and approach
Over ten years he has worked in GP surgeries and counselling organisations across the United Kingdom. In sessions he blends Client-Centred approaches with Cognitive Behavioural techniques and existential questions. That means he offers practical steps to manage feelings alongside space to think about meaning and values.
Conversations aim to be collaborative and tailored to what the person wants to focus on. He helps with a wide range of concerns including trauma and abuse, addictions, relationship and family issues, parenting and fatherhood questions, identity and multicultural stress, and work or career pressures. He also supports people facing isolation, immigration-related strain, and seasonal mood difficulties.
Sessions are offered in English and Igbo, and Damian accepts international clients. He stresses respect, sensitivity and avoiding labels while helping people draw on their strengths. If someone wants straightforward support and a reflective listener, his approach centres the person’s own goals.
Focus areas and approaches
Everything Damian lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Coping with life changes
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Career difficulties
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Attachment issues
- Domestic violence
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Guilt and shame
- Immigration issues
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Multicultural concerns
- Narcissism
- Phobias
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Somatization
Approaches Damian names
- Existential Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Solution-Focused Therapy
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Online support
How his approaches translate to online therapy
Damian often uses Existential Therapy to help people consider meaning, values and choices in their lives. This approach encourages questions about purpose and direction and can be useful when someone faces major life changes, loss or questions about identity.He also draws on Client-Centred Therapy, which focuses on listening closely and creating a respectful, non-judgemental space. That helps people feel heard while they sort out difficult emotions. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is used to identify unhelpful thought patterns and try practical strategies for managing anxiety, low mood, sleep or anger.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and then try methods that fit those needs. Adjustments are made as therapy unfolds, so sessions stay relevant and useful.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video sessions suit discussions that benefit from face-to-face interaction. Phone work can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat or messaging can be used for shorter check-ins, writing things out, or fitting therapy into breaks at work. These options aim to make counselling more flexible and easier to fit into daily life.
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Questions people ask
What kind of problems can Damian help with?
He works with many concerns including stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, grief, sleep problems, relationship and family difficulties, trauma and abuse, and career or parenting questions.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
His style is warm and interactive. He mixes client-centred listening with practical CBT tools and occasional existential questions about meaning and choice.
What background and experience does he have?
Damian holds an MSc in Psychotherapy and Counselling Psychology and has around ten years of professional experience in GP surgeries and counselling organisations in the UK.
What are his credentials 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 supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Igbo.
What session formats does he offer?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
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