Oana Chiru, BACP

Oana Chiru is a qualified counsellor and psychotherapist who provides both individual and couple and family counselling in short- and long-term formats. She practices with an integrative, multi-model approach that combines elements from different therapeutic schools so that support is tailored to each person rather than applied in a one-size-fits-all way.

She works from a warm, supportive and non-judgmental stance, creating space for listening and gentle guidance that helps people see situations from new angles. That process often uncovers the roots of pain or confusion while also revealing internal resources that can be used for change and personal growth.

Oana welcomes people who want to deepen their self-knowledge, strengthen connections with others, or find ways through difficult periods when familiar coping strategies are not enough. She holds BACP accreditation - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and offers a reflective, collaborative approach aimed at practical progress and greater self-understanding.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without being ruled by them, then clarify what matters most so they can take meaningful steps forward. It is often useful for anxiety, stress, low mood, and situations where unhelpful avoidance keeps life smaller than desired.

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating an accepting and empathic therapeutic relationship so that a person can explore their feelings and values at their own pace. This approach supports self-understanding, stronger relationships, and increased confidence in making life changes.

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a structured method used to process distressing memories and reduce their emotional intensity. It is commonly used for trauma and abuse-related difficulties and can help people feel less overwhelmed by past events.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Oana Chiru collaborates with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as therapy progresses.

Online sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer greater flexibility to fit therapy around work, family, and life commitments. These options make it easier to access a registered professional from different locations and to continue continuity of care when in-person meetings are not possible.