Chibuike Ikechukwu, BACP

Chibuike Ikechukwu is a counsellor with 11 years of practice who helps people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship strain and life changes. He speaks English, Igbo and Yoruba and draws on a broad academic background that includes degrees in theology and counselling. Chibuike aims to make conversations straightforward and practical for people looking for ways to cope and move forward.

He uses an integrative style that includes client-centred work, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), existential ideas and mindfulness. Sessions focus on what matters to the person in front of him, such as managing difficult feelings, sorting communication problems, or rebuilding confidence after a painful event. He also brings experience supporting people with immigration-related stresses and substance concerns.

Chibuike holds a BACP credential, a Diploma in Counselling from Oxford (ODL), and a BSc in Counselling from the University of East London. He describes active listening, empathy and clear problem-solving as his core skills. These shape sessions that aim to be practical and grounded rather than abstract.

People can expect straightforward talk, reflective listening and collaborative planning in sessions. Chibuike often uses mindfulness and practical CBT-style tools to help with everyday thoughts and habits. He aims to help people notice small changes that make daily life easier.

He has worked in community counselling settings and with refugees, bringing that background into how he approaches immigration and family-related concerns. References are available on request.

How Chibuike’s approaches translate to online sessions

Client-Centred Therapy places the person’s experiences at the heart of each session. The counsellor listens closely, reflects what he hears, and helps clients set the pace and priorities for their work. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing and adjusting thoughts and habits that drive stress or low mood, using practical exercises to test new ways of thinking. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) helps people name and work with strong emotions to improve how they relate to themselves and others.

Finding the best approach is part of the process. The counsellor will discuss what feels most useful and try different methods alongside the client’s goals and preferences. This joint testing helps shape a plan that suits the person rather than sticking to one fixed model.

Session formats are not listed in the profile, so please confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow quicker check-ins when needed. They also let people keep sessions shorter or choose not to use video if they prefer less bandwidth. Registered and accredited professionals can adapt tools like CBT worksheets, mindfulness practices and emotion-focused exercises for remote work to help with everyday thoughts and habits.