Etienne Oblado, BACP
Etienne Oblado works from a person-centred stance that puts the client's experience first.
About Etienne
Etienne Oblado works from a person-centred stance that puts the client's experience first. He uses that approach to create a respectful space where people can speak openly about stress, anxiety, depression, addiction and relationship concerns. Etienne is listed with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.
He has nine years of practice in the United Kingdom and offers sessions in English. Etienne combines client-centred work with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Emotionally-Focused Therapy techniques.
Background and approach
He helps people spot unhelpful thinking, practise different ways of responding, and strengthen emotional connection where intimacy or relationship problems are present. Sessions are paced to each person's needs and aim to build practical skills alongside greater self-understanding. Clients come with a wide range of issues including trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping problems, parenting strain, anger and compassion fatigue.
Etienne also supports people dealing with process addictions, obsessive-compulsive patterns, bipolar mood concerns, and the fallout from infidelity, divorce or jealousy. He frames these topics in straightforward terms and works to make change manageable. Motivational Interviewing and psychodynamic ideas appear in his work when exploring values, past patterns and what keeps someone stuck.
That mix helps with both immediate goals and longer-term shifts in how a person sees themselves and their choices. He treats each person as the expert on their life and collaborates on goals. Practical options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text messaging.
International clients may be matched for online work and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
Details from the counsellor's public professional profile · registration number listed
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| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 400789 | December 2026 |
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Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
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Focus areas and approaches
Everything Etienne lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Stress, Anxiety
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Divorce and separation
- Forgiveness
- Infidelity
- Jealousy
- Narcissism
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Personality disorders
- Phobias
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Self-love
Ways of working Etienne names
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Naming an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor lists and does not check training records.
Therapeutic approaches suited to online work
Etienne often uses Client-Centred Therapy to create a supportive, non-judgemental space where people can talk through what matters to them. This approach focuses on listening, understanding and reflecting back a person's experience so they feel heard and clearer about next steps.He also uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, which helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and try out different responses. CBT is useful for anxiety, low mood, sleep problems and many day-to-day coping challenges. Emotionally-Focused Therapy appears in his work when relationship patterns and attachment needs are the focus; it helps people recognise emotions and rebuild connection in ways that feel manageable.
Finding the best approach is a collaborative process. Etienne will discuss goals, preferences and the issues you bring, and together you can decide which mix of methods to try. Changes are approached step by step, with practical exercises and reflection between sessions when helpful.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to meet. Video calls let conversations feel close to face-to-face, phone sessions can work when bandwidth is limited, and live chat or text messaging suit shorter check-ins or people who prefer writing. These options help fit therapy around work, family commitments or different time zones while keeping the focus on progress and practical support.
Frequently asked
What kinds of problems does Etienne help with?
He works with issues such as addictions, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship and intimacy-related concerns, and sleep problems.
How would you describe his therapy style?
His style is largely client-centred, blended with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Emotionally-Focused Therapy techniques to build skills and deepen emotional understanding.
What is his professional background?
Etienne has nine years of professional experience working with a broad range of concerns in the United Kingdom.
What credentials and location are listed for Etienne?
He is listed with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and works from the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international options are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients for online therapy.
What session formats are available?
Work can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging according to client preference.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by pressing the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.