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Stanley Okafor, BACP

Stanley Okafor is a counsellor with 15 years' experience who uses practical, evidence-based methods to help people manage stress, anxiety, depression and trauma.

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About Stanley

Stanley Okafor is a counsellor with 15 years' experience who uses practical, evidence-based methods to help people manage stress, anxiety, depression and trauma. He works from a client-centred stance and often uses cognitive behavioural techniques to make sessions focused and goal-oriented. He is a BACP member and practices in the United Kingdom, offering support in English and to international clients when appropriate.

In sessions Stanley begins by listening closely to the person's story.

Background and approach

He carries out a clinical assessment and discusses goals so therapy can be tailored to individual needs. Risk is considered openly during assessment so any immediate concerns are identified and addressed together. His day-to-day practice blends core CBT with trauma-focused ideas and emotionally-focused work when that suits the issue.

That mix lets him tackle thoughts and behaviours, and also work on feelings and relationships when needed. He aims to make therapy practical and relevant for everyday life. Stanley has worked across independent practice, forensic settings and the NHS, including senior clinical responsibilities within a large NHS trust.

This range of experience means he has supported people with complex histories as well as more straightforward problems such as sleep, eating, addiction and relationship difficulties. People can expect a straightforward, warm manner in sessions. Stanley describes his approach as honest, empathic and non-judgemental.

He focuses on building trust and a comfortable space so people can talk through difficult issues at their own pace. To begin, people use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

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Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	388272	May 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

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How trauma-informed and practical approaches work online

Stanley commonly combines Trauma-Focused Therapy with Client-Centred and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) ideas. Trauma-Focused Therapy looks at how past hurt affects daily life and helps people slowly process difficult memories while learning coping strategies. Client-Centred work puts the person's experience at the heart of sessions, with the counsellor listening without judgement and following the person's pace. CBT targets unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, teaching practical skills to reduce anxiety, improve sleep and change patterns that maintain distress.

Choosing the right approach is part of the process. Stanley works collaboratively to agree goals and tries different ways of working until something fits. He will discuss options, explain what to expect, and adapt methods to suit personal needs and preferences rather than sticking to a single formula.

Online therapy offers flexibility and easier access to regular sessions. Video calls are useful for conversations that benefit from visual contact, phone sessions can be a lower-bandwidth option or fit a short break at work, and live chat or text messaging suit quick check-ins or people who prefer not to be on camera. These options make it simpler to keep therapy consistent around work, caring duties and travel commitments while using the therapeutic approaches described above.

Frequently asked

What concerns does Stanley commonly help with?

He works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, anger, addictions, grief and relationship difficulties among other issues.

What is his general therapy style?

His style is client-centred and practical, using cognitive behavioural ideas and emotionally-focused work to address thoughts, feelings and behaviours.

What kind of experience does he have?

He has 15 years of experience across independent practice, forensic settings and the NHS, including senior clinical roles in a large NHS trust.

Which professional credentials and location are relevant?

He is a BACP member and practises in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are sessions offered in and can international clients take part?

Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.

What session formats are available?

He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different preferences.

How are costs structured?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

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