Etienne Oblado , BACP

Etienne Oblado is a United Kingdom based therapist with nine years of professional experience and a BACP credential, which stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. He works with people facing a wide range of concerns, including addictions, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, motivation and confidence issues, depression, anxiety, and other life challenges. Etienne approaches each person with respect for their own expertise in their life story, framing clients as the primary experts in their experiences while offering guidance and therapeutic tools to support change.

He emphasizes the courage it takes to seek a more fulfilling life and aims to provide support and empowerment throughout that process. Etienne combines empathetic, client-centered care with practical strategies drawn from his clinical approaches to help clients build resilience, improve relationships, and address patterns that hold them back. He is accepting new clients and is available to work with individuals both within the United Kingdom and internationally.

Approaches Etienne Uses for Online Support

Etienne draws on client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and emotionally-focused therapy to guide his online practice. Client-centered therapy focuses on creating a nonjudgmental, empathetic space where the client’s own goals and values shape the work - this approach supports self-exploration, self-esteem, and personal growth. CBT offers practical tools to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours and is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and some addiction-related patterns. Emotionally-focused therapy helps people understand and reorganize emotional responses in relationships, which can be especially useful for couples and individuals working on intimacy, attachment, and relationship healing.

Finding the right approach is part of the process and Etienne works collaboratively with each person to determine what fits best. He tailors methods to a client’s needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies over time as progress and priorities evolve.

Online sessions via video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexibility for busy schedules and for those who cannot attend in-person appointments. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access therapy from different locations, and choose the format that feels most comfortable for each session.