Oana Chiru

Oana Chiru is a BACP counsellor with 15 years of practice. She offers a calm, non-judgemental space for people feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, low self-esteem or loss. She also helps with trauma, addiction, relationship and intimacy concerns, and challenges like ADHD or chronic illness.

Oana uses an integrative style that draws on several therapy approaches. She listens first and helps people notice the patterns that keep problems alive. Conversations are practical and grounded, aimed at small changes that make daily life easier.

Her work often centres on understanding painful experiences and finding ways to move forward. Techniques may include trauma-focused methods for processing distressing memories and acceptance-based practices to help people live by their values. Sessions also focus on improving communication and coping skills when relationships or parenting feel strained.

She speaks English, French and Romanian and works with people in the United Kingdom as well as international clients. The BACP credential is shown as BACP, which indicates registration with that body.

To start, people complete a short questionnaire and then schedule a first session. Oana aims to help clients set clear goals and try practical steps between meetings. Her approach is collaborative and paced to suit each person.

Therapy approaches and how they work online

Oana commonly draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and trauma-focused methods. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without fighting them and then take actions that match their values. It is useful for anxiety, depression and help with life changes. Trauma-focused therapy and EMDR-style approaches aim to reduce the hold of distressing memories and lessen symptoms that follow traumatic events.

Finding the best approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will listen to your goals and try methods that fit your needs and preferences. Together you can review what helps and adjust the work as you go, so sessions stay relevant and manageable.

If you are thinking about online therapy, check the session formats before booking so you know what is offered. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments around work or family life, reduce travel time and let people choose a quieter spot for talking. Some approaches adapt well to remote sessions, and practical exercises or between-session tasks can be reviewed over the phone or video. Confirm the current session options when you book to ensure they match your circumstances.