- Client-centred approach
- Cognitive behavioural tools
- Emotion-focused work
About Chibuike
Chibuike Ikechukwu is a BACP counsellor based in the United Kingdom with 11 years of experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, low self-esteem, depression and major life changes. He also addresses issues such as abandonment, attachment struggles, body image, communication problems, control issues, addiction, infertility and feelings of guilt and shame.
Chibuike uses talking therapy in a direct and practical way. Sessions focus on understanding what keeps difficult feelings alive and on small changes that reduce their daily weight. He draws on approaches like client-centred work, cognitive behavioural techniques and emotionally-focused methods to help people notice patterns and try new responses.
His background includes study in theology and formal counselling qualifications, including a Diploma in Counselling from Oxford (ODL) and a BSc in Counselling from the University of East London. He is listed with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and has worked in community counselling settings.
Chibuike has experience supporting people affected by immigration issues and has worked with refugee clients. He uses active listening and problem-solving in sessions, and integrates mindfulness and existential themes when relevant. Sessions are conversational and aim to make difficult feelings clearer and more manageable.
He speaks English, Igbo and Yoruba, and can use Pidgin English as needed. Before booking, confirm current session formats and practical details through the platform.
How Chibuike uses different approaches in online sessions
Chibuike commonly draws on client-centred work and cognitive behavioural therapy when working online. Client-centred work means he listens closely and follows what matters most to the person, helping them speak about difficult feelings and make sense of their experience. Cognitive behavioural therapy involves noticing unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavioural changes to reduce distress.He also uses emotionally-focused ideas to help people identify and name their core feelings in relationships and personal struggles. These approaches can be blended so the session fits what the person needs. Finding the right mix is something he does together with each client, discussing goals and preferences to decide what to try first.
Confirm the exact session formats before booking since the profile does not list specific options. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, avoid travel and use shorter check-ins when time is limited. If you plan to work across time zones, mention that when you complete the matching questionnaire so practical arrangements can be discussed.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
11+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English, Igbo, Yoruba
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, low self-esteem, depression and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include guilt and shame, abandonment, attachment and infertility concerns.
How does he approach feelings of guilt and shame?
He combines client-centred listening with cognitive and emotion-focused techniques to help people name what they feel and try small, practical changes. Sessions look at thoughts, bodily responses and relationship patterns that keep guilt or shame active.
What is his clinical background?
He has 11 years of experience and holds counselling qualifications including a Diploma in Counselling from Oxford (ODL) and a BSc in Counselling from the University of East London. He also has academic degrees in theology.
Is he registered with a professional body in the UK?
Yes. He is listed with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) as supplied in his profile.
Which languages can sessions be held in?
Sessions are offered in English, Igbo and Yoruba, and he can use Pidgin English when helpful.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
He accepts international clients as stated in his profile. Confirm practical session details before booking.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. Check the platform for the exact pricing that applies to your region.
What do I need to do to start?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session through the platform.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.