Etienne Oblado, BACP

Etienne Oblado is a UK-based therapist with nine years of professional experience who supports people facing addictions, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, and challenges with motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. He works from a strengths-focused perspective, helping clients identify the resources they already have while offering practical guidance to navigate change. Etienne holds the BACP credential - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which signals professional training and adherence to recognised practice standards.

He approaches each person as the expert of their own life and collaborates with them to set workable goals and build coping strategies. Etienne emphasises the courage it takes to seek a more fulfilling life, and he aims to create a supportive space that empowers clients to take the first steps toward meaningful change. His work often centers on restoring relationships, reducing the impact of past trauma, and strengthening self-worth so clients can move forward with greater clarity and resilience.

Whether someone is addressing addiction, improving intimacy, or rebuilding confidence after difficult experiences, Etienne offers steady support and practical tools to help them progress at their own pace.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Etienne draws on client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and emotionally-focused therapy (EFT) to support clients in online sessions. Client-centered therapy focuses on the client’s own goals and experiences, offering a compassionate, non-directive space that helps people explore their values and make choices that feel right for them. CBT provides clear, practical tools to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can be especially useful for anxiety, depression, and stress. EFT helps people understand and shift the emotions that underpin relationship difficulties, improving connection and emotional regulation.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Etienne works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and he adapts the work over time as those needs change. This collaborative stance helps ensure therapy feels relevant and effective for the individual.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and communication styles. These formats make it easier to access licensed professionals from varied locations and to maintain continuity of care when life is busy or circumstances change.