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Oran Blackwood, NCPS

Oran Blackwood is a counsellor who uses trauma-aware ways of working alongside evidence-based therapies.

About Oran

Oran Blackwood is a counsellor who uses trauma-aware ways of working alongside evidence-based therapies. He draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, cognitive behavioural ideas and client-centred listening to help people manage anxiety, depression and trauma responses. He holds NCPS and has five years of clinical experience in therapeutic settings in the United Kingdom.

He offers straightforward, practical sessions for stress, low self-esteem, and difficulties with relationships and intimacy. He also supports people facing ADHD, addiction, grief and major life changes.

Background and approach

Short-term goals and small, reusable skills are a common focus in his work. Oran combines clinical and educational experience to help people who have faced abuse, trauma or complex life challenges. He pays attention to how past events shape current responses and helps people make sense of patterns that cause distress.

Work can include looking at thoughts, behaviour and values to support steady change. Sessions aim to be collaborative. He listens first, then suggests tools that suit each person.

Mindfulness and acceptance strategies are used alongside practical steps to manage symptoms and rebuild daily routines. People can expect clear, down-to-earth language in sessions. Oran keeps therapy paced to what each person can manage, and he uses measurable steps to track progress.

He works with adults in English and accepts international clients.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
NCPS	NCS16-03719	August 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 Oran lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Self esteem
Depression
ADHD
Addictions
LGBT
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Aging and geriatric issues
Attachment issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Dependent personality
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Emptiness
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Forgiveness
Gender dysphoria
Guilt and shame
Hospice and end-of-life counselling
Immigration issues
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Intellectual disability
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Personality disorders
Prejudice and discrimination
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Young adult issues

Ways of working Oran names

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How therapeutic approaches translate to online sessions

Trauma-Focused Therapy in his work involves gently identifying how past events still affect daily life and using step-by-step ways to reduce distress. It can help when memories, flashbacks or strong emotional reactions get in the way of ordinary life.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on values and small practical actions. It helps people notice painful thoughts without getting stuck and then make choices that fit the life they want to build.

Client-Centred Therapy puts the person's experience at the heart of sessions. The counsellor listens without judgement and follows the pace set by the person, helping them find their own solutions.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss options, try techniques in session and adjust the plan to match the person's goals and preferences. This collaborative way helps people understand what suits them best.

Online sessions are available as video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to fit different schedules. Video sessions work well for face-to-face conversation, phone can be useful with lower bandwidth, and brief check-ins are easy by text or chat. These options make it simpler to fit therapy around work, caretaking and travel while keeping continuity of care.

Frequently asked

What concerns does Oran commonly help with?

He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, ADHD and addictions, among other issues.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

His style is collaborative and down-to-earth, combining client-centred listening with ACT and CBT techniques to build practical skills.

What is his professional background and experience?

He has five years of clinical therapeutic experience and a background in education working with neurodiverse clients.

Where is he based and what credential does he hold?

He practises in the United Kingdom and holds NCPS as a listed credential.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.

What session formats are available?

Sessions can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different needs.

How is cost managed for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

What are the steps to begin therapy?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.