Emmanuel Oragui, BACP

Emmanuel Oragui brings a calm, genuine presence to his therapeutic work, combining warmth and authenticity to help clients find more positive ways of relating to themselves and others. He aims to create an atmosphere where people feel heard and understood, using his energy and straightforward style to support progress.

He has worked across a wide range of settings, including nurseries, primary and secondary schools, and sixth forms, and has substantial experience supporting both younger and older clients. Because of this background, Emmanuel has developed particular expertise in working with young people while also supporting adults facing stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, and a broad range of family and parenting concerns.

Emmanuel holds professional training qualifications including an Advanced Diploma in Psychotherapy Counselling Skills and a Professional Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling Practice, which provide practical training in counselling methods and therapeutic practice. He is also accredited with the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - a professional organisation for therapists in the UK.

Committed to ongoing development, Emmanuel continues to deepen his knowledge and skills so he can better assist those he serves. He prioritises individualized care and works with people facing issues such as grief, self-esteem struggles, intimacy-related concerns, bipolar management, and coping with life changes, always striving to offer thoughtful, measured support.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Emmanuel draws from a mix of proven approaches to tailor therapy to each person's needs. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early connections shape current relationships and helps people understand and change patterns of closeness, abandonment, or trust - it can be useful for relationship, attachment, and intimacy-related concerns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes the person’s own resources and perspective - the therapist offers empathy and nonjudgmental support so clients can explore feelings and make their own choices about change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and is often used for anxiety, stress, and mood regulation.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Emmanuel collaborates with each client to identify which methods fit best with their goals, needs, and preferences, and adjusts the plan as progress unfolds. This collaborative process helps ensure therapy feels relevant and practical.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to meet - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - allowing clients to engage from different locations and at times that suit their schedules. These options make it easier to access consistent support while maintaining the continuity of care that often helps therapeutic progress.