Etienne Oblado , BACP

Etienne Oblado is a UK-based, BACP-credentialed therapist with nine years of professional experience supporting people through addiction, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, low motivation, and struggles with self-esteem and confidence. He approaches each person with respect for their lived experience, emphasizing that individuals are the experts on their own stories while offering guidance to help them move toward meaningful change.

Etienne combines a warm, empowering style with practical tools and reflective listening to help clients explore what is getting in the way of the life they want. He recognizes that reaching out for support takes courage and that change often begins with small, steady steps. In sessions he works to create a collaborative space where clients can identify strengths, set achievable goals, and build resilience.

As a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), Etienne brings a professional framework to his practice while tailoring his approach to each person’s needs. He aims to support and empower clients through difficult transitions so they can pursue a more fulfilling and balanced life.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Etienne draws on client-centered therapy to place the person at the heart of the work, offering empathic listening and collaborative goal setting so clients can build on their own strengths and values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is used to identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, which can be useful for issues such as anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem. Emotionally-Focused Therapy helps people understand and reorganize emotional responses within relationships, making it a helpful approach for couples and those dealing with attachment and intimacy concerns.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Etienne works collaboratively with each client to explore what fits best for their needs, goals, and preferences, and may blend elements from different approaches as appropriate.

Online therapy with Etienne is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility and easier access to support. These options make it possible to schedule sessions around work, family, and other commitments, and to continue progress even when in-person meetings are impractical. Licensed professionals can adapt interventions effectively across these formats to help clients move toward their goals.