Ornella Tohme , BACP

Ornella Tohme is a licensed therapist working in the United Kingdom who practices from a person-centred perspective. She emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion, creating a therapeutic environment where individuals feel heard and valued. As a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), she brings professional standards to her work while focusing on the unique priorities of each client.

Ornella has experience supporting people through stress and anxiety, relationship difficulties, family conflicts, and recovery from trauma and abuse. She adapts conversations and treatment plans to reflect an individual's situation, preferences, and goals, combining practical guidance with emotional support. Seeking therapy often marks the first courageous step toward a more fulfilling life, and Ornella aims to empower clients throughout that journey by offering steady, tailored support.

Her approach centers on collaboration and respect, helping clients explore their feelings, clarify their priorities, and build the coping skills needed to move forward. Ornella frames therapy as a partnership in which clients lead the pace and direction of change while she provides structure, empathy, and professional insight.

Client-Centered Care Delivered Online

Client-Centered Therapy, also known as person-centred therapy, focuses on creating a nonjudgmental space where the client leads the pace and topics of therapy. The therapist offers empathy, acceptance, and reflective listening to help individuals explore concerns such as stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, and reactions to trauma. This approach aims to strengthen a person's self-understanding and ability to make choices that align with their values and goals.

Because Ornella prioritizes tailoring the therapeutic process, she will work collaboratively with each person to identify the approaches and techniques that best fit their needs. Determining the right method is part of the work together - the therapist and client review progress, adjust focus, and agree on next steps to ensure the approach remains helpful and relevant.

Online therapy via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for busy schedules and clients in different locations. These options make it easier to attend sessions consistently, access support from home, and maintain continuity of care during life transitions. Licensed professionals can use these formats to provide thoughtful, goal-oriented therapy that adapts to each client's circumstances.