Etienne Oblado , BACP

Etienne Oblado holds the BACP credential and brings 9 years of professional experience supporting people in the United Kingdom. He works with individuals facing addictions, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, and challenges with motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. Etienne approaches each person as the expert of their own life, helping them to recognise and build on their existing strengths as they work toward meaningful change.

Clients can expect a collaborative atmosphere in which courage to seek a fuller, more satisfying life is met with steady support and practical encouragement. Etienne focuses on empowerment, helping people develop clearer goals, greater resilience, and renewed confidence in handling difficult emotions and life transitions. Whether someone is navigating recovery from addiction, repairing relationship patterns, or strengthening self-worth, he aims to provide attentive, respectful guidance tailored to each person’s needs.

Etienne frames therapy as a partnership rooted in listening and practical skills, offering space to explore past wounds while also building tools for healthier present-day choices. He is committed to helping people take the first steps and sustain progress toward a more balanced and hopeful future.

Approaches That Guide Online Therapy and Personal Growth

Etienne often draws on client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and emotionally-focused therapy (EFT) to support people online. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and creating a nonjudgmental space where a person’s own insights and strengths lead the work - it is well suited to building self-esteem and confidence. CBT looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviours and offers practical strategies to reduce anxiety, manage low mood, and address unhelpful patterns. EFT concentrates on emotions and attachment needs, helping couples and individuals improve intimacy and resolve relationship conflicts.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Etienne collaborates with each person to identify which methods fit their goals, preferences, and circumstances, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds so the work remains tailored and relevant.

Online therapy with Etienne is offered by licensed professionals through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent support from wherever someone is located, while allowing the therapist and client to focus on practical progress and emotional growth.