Damian Okafor

Damian Okafor is a counsellor who combines client-centred and cognitive-behavioural ways of working. He presents a calm, interactive style and focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, anger and addiction. Damian speaks English and Igbo and practises in the United Kingdom with ten years of experience. He is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).

Damian trained at Regent's University London and holds an MSc in Psychotherapy and Counselling Psychology. He has worked in GP surgeries within the NHS and with various counselling organisations across the UK. Those settings shaped his practical approach to common life problems and emotional distress.

In sessions he listens for what matters most to each person and uses clear, practical techniques from cognitive-behavioural therapy to tackle unhelpful thinking and behaviour. He pairs that with a client-centred attitude that places the person’s experience at the heart of the work.

Damian also draws on solution-focused and existential ideas when helpful, encouraging people to notice strengths, test small changes, and take responsibility for meaningful choices. He aims to help people struggling with relationships, grief, trauma, parenting pressures, work stress, and feelings tied to identity and culture.

People who come to him often want straightforward tools and a respectful space to make life changes. Damian avoids labels and works in a way that emphasises dignity, practical steps, and steady support as people move towards clearer goals.

How Damian’s approaches work in online therapy

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and creating a respectful space. The counsellor follows the person’s concerns, reflects what they say, and helps them feel understood. This approach is useful when someone needs acceptance, clarity and a space to make sense of things.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at links between thoughts, feelings and actions. It uses practical exercises to test unhelpful thinking and develop new habits. CBT is often chosen for anxiety, low mood, sleep problems and managing strong reactions like anger.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Damian will discuss goals, try techniques, and adjust methods based on what helps most. The process is collaborative and paced to fit a person’s needs and preferences.

For practicalities, please confirm available session formats before booking, as current options are set by the therapist. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy around life - for example by reducing travel time, allowing shorter check-ins during a busy day, or making attendance possible when someone is located away from the therapist. Many people find remote sessions helpful for maintaining regular contact while they manage work, family and other commitments.