Counsellor profile
Stanley Okafor, BACP
United Kingdom
BACP psychotherapist - Anger and trauma
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- CredentialsBACP
- RegistrationBACP, United Kingdom / 388272
- Experience15 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationUnited Kingdom
About
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy
- Mindfulness practices
About Stanley
Stanley Okafor is a BACP-registered psychotherapist and counsellor with 15 years of experience. He works in the United Kingdom across private practice, forensic settings and the NHS, and lists concerns including stress, anxiety, anger, trauma and relationship difficulties.
He primarily uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) alongside client-centred and emotionally-focused methods. Sessions focus on clear, evidence-informed steps to reduce distress and change unhelpful patterns. He also runs an anger management group in a forensic setting and has experience with addictions and domestic violence survivors.
Initial meetings begin with a clinical assessment. Stanley asks targeted questions to clarify problems, set goals and assess risk. That assessment guides the practical plan for therapy, using techniques from CBT, mindfulness and solution-focused work where they fit.
He describes his work as straightforward and goal-focused. Conversations usually move from understanding triggers to building skills for responding differently. Practical tools and short exercises are commonly used between sessions to consolidate progress.
Stanley has worked with people from many backgrounds and with a wide range of difficulties. He combines time in the NHS and forensic services with private practice, which shapes his approach to complex and more straightforward problems. If someone prefers a direct, structured approach that also attends to emotions, his style may fit well.
How sessions work
How his approaches translate to online work
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting to help people clarify what matters to them. It suits people who want a supportive space to talk through feelings and priorities. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) breaks problems down into thoughts, feelings and behaviours and uses practical exercises to change patterns. It is useful for anger, anxiety and low mood because it gives clear steps to try between sessions.Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work together with the client to identify which methods fit their goals and preferences. That discussion can include trying different techniques and checking what helps most in day-to-day life.
The biography does not specify which online session formats are offered, so confirm the available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow brief check-ins when needed. Some people prefer shorter, focused sessions for skills practice, while others use longer meetings to explore deeper issues. Registered or accredited professionals can adapt exercises, worksheets and mindfulness practices for remote sessions to keep the work practical and relevant.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He lists stress, anxiety, anger, trauma and abuse, depression, addictions and relationship issues among his main concerns.
What is his therapeutic style?
He works primarily with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and integrates client-centred and emotionally-focused methods when helpful.
How many years has he practised?
He has around 15 years of experience across private practice, forensic settings and the NHS.
What professional registration does he hold and where is he based?
He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with him if I live outside the UK?
He accepts international clients and sessions can be arranged for people outside the UK.
Which session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
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