Giovanni (Arnie) Rodia, BACP

Giovanni (Arnie) Rodia is a therapist based in the United Kingdom with three years of professional experience supporting people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma and abuse, and depression. He works with a range of related concerns including abandonment and attachment issues, avoidant personality patterns, drug and alcohol addiction, guilt and shame, narcissism, self-harm, questions of sexuality, social anxiety and phobia, and challenges common to young adults. He also has a particular openness to LGBT matters and the ways identity can intersect with mental health.

Giovanni holds the BACP credential - membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which reflects his commitment to professional standards in counselling and psychotherapy. He approaches therapy from the belief that each person is the expert of their own story and already possesses strengths that can help them move through difficult experiences. Beginning therapy can feel daunting, and Giovanni acknowledges the courage involved in taking that step. He aims to create a comfortable, empathetic space where people can explore thoughts, feelings, and emotions and feel genuinely heard and understood as they work toward their goals.

Evidence-based approaches and online therapy

Giovanni works with evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to the needs of each person. One common way he works is through structured, skills-focused sessions that teach practical strategies for managing stress, anxiety, and cravings. These sessions tend to focus on building coping skills, emotion regulation, and relapse prevention for people affected by addiction.

He also offers trauma-informed exploration that helps people process past abuse or painful experiences at a pace that suits them. This approach prioritises safety and pacing while helping clients understand how past events influence current feelings and relationships, which can be useful for depression, shame, and attachment concerns.

Finding the right approach is collaborative. Giovanni works with clients to identify goals, try techniques, and adjust the plan based on what feels most helpful. He treats therapy as a joint process that evolves with the client’s needs and preferences.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can happen by video call or phone, and for some people live chat or text-based messaging provides a comfortable way to connect. These options make it easier to fit therapy into daily life and access consistent support from a registered professional regardless of location within the United Kingdom.