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Etienne Oblado, BACP

Credentials
BACP
Experience
9 years
Practising in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Sessions
Online only
Client ages
Adults, 18 and over

Works with AddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression

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Etienne Oblado offers a client-focused approach that puts the person at the centre of therapy. He uses gentle, practical methods to help people handle addictions, relationship strain, and the aftermath of trauma. Etienne believes people know their story best and draws on that knowledge to build change.

He has nine years of experience and holds BACP registration, which means he meets professional standards of practice. In sessions he listens first and then helps people identify small steps they can try between meetings.

Background and approach

Cognitive behavioural techniques are used to spot unhelpful thinking and shift routines that keep problems going. Emotionally-Focused Therapy helps when relationship or intimacy issues feel stuck, and psychodynamic thinking can illuminate patterns that repeat across situations. Etienne also uses motivational interviewing to help people find their own reasons for change.

This can be useful for process addictions such as gambling or compulsive behaviours, and for building motivation during recovery from substance use. He supports work on self-esteem, anger, sleep difficulties and grief, among other concerns. People can expect clear, plain talk and practical suggestions rather than jargon.

Sessions aim to build skills, increase insight, and strengthen what already works. Etienne offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to fit different routines and needs. He accepts international clients and works from the United Kingdom.

To begin, a short matching questionnaire and scheduling step are used to set up the first session.

How therapeutic approaches work online

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person and their perspective. The therapist listens without judgement, reflects what is said, and helps people find their own solutions; this is useful when someone needs space to sort through feelings and choices.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours. Online CBT often uses short, practical exercises to change thinking patterns and daily routines, which can help with anxiety, depression, sleep and compulsive behaviours.

Emotionally-Focused Therapy helps people understand and shift painful emotion cycles, especially in relationship and intimacy concerns. It guides people to notice emotional responses and try new ways of relating that build safety and connection.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and what feels most helpful, then try methods that suit the situation. Sessions can adapt over time as needs change and progress is reviewed together.

Online work is practical and flexible. Video calls allow fuller face-to-face conversation when more nuance is needed. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and suit quick check-ins or times when being on camera isn't possible. Live chat and text-based messaging are helpful for brief updates, mood tracking, written reflections or when messaging fits a busy schedule. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into work, travel and daily life.
What issues does he help with?
He works with a wide range of concerns including addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, trauma and abuse, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, grief, sleep problems and parenting strain.
How would he approach my problem in therapy?
He uses client-centred listening alongside practical methods such as cognitive behavioural tools and emotionally-focused approaches to help shift thoughts, emotions and patterns that keep problems going.
What is his professional background?
He has nine years of professional experience working with people on issues like addiction, motivation, and relationship difficulties.
Where is he based and what credential does he hold?
He practises from the United Kingdom and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, listed as BACP.
Can I work with him if I live outside the UK?
Yes, he accepts international clients and can provide sessions across borders by online formats.
Which session formats are available?
Sessions can be arranged as video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How does payment and cost work?
Costs vary with location and therapist arrangements; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
What are the first steps to start therapy?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling a session according to the therapist's availability.

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Experience
9 years
Registered with
BACP
Languages
English

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