Oana Chiru , BACP

Oana Chiru is a qualified counsellor and psychotherapist who offers individual and couple or family counselling in both short-term and long-term formats. She takes an integrative, multi-model approach, weaving together ideas and techniques from different schools of therapy so the work can be shaped to each person's particular situation and goals.

Oana relies on attentive listening and gentle guidance to help people view their difficulties from new perspectives. In a warm, supportive, non-judgmental atmosphere she helps clients explore the inner roots of pain or confusion while also identifying existing resources that can support change and personal growth. She meets people who want to deepen self-knowledge, improve connections with others, or navigate times when usual coping strategies no longer feel effective.

Oana holds BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) credentials, reflecting her professional training and commitment to recognised standards of counselling practice.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Oana combines evidence-informed methods to suit different needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them, learn practical ways to accept difficult thoughts or feelings, and take committed steps toward a more meaningful life - it is often used for stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on empathic listening and building a trusting therapeutic relationship so clients can explore themselves at their own pace - this approach supports work on self-esteem, relationships, and personal growth. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused method that helps process distressing memories and reduce their emotional intensity, often used for trauma and abuse-related concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Oana works collaboratively with clients and licensed professionals to identify which methods best match a person’s needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts the plan as the work unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexible options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, access support from home or when traveling, and maintain continuity of care across locations while working with experienced therapists.