- CBT and ACT
- Neurodiversity-aware
- Adoption and foster care
About Oran
Oran Blackwood uses practical, person-focused therapy to help people cope with stress, anxiety and life changes. He combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and client-centred work to build clearer thinking and steady routines. Oran holds an NCPS credential and brings five years of counselling experience to his practice in the United Kingdom.
He keeps sessions straightforward and goal-focused. People commonly talk about anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, parenting pressure, addiction and grief. Oran also supports people dealing with adoption and foster care concerns and attachment or abandonment issues. He uses simple techniques to reduce overwhelm and to improve day-to-day coping.
His background includes teaching and long experience with neurodiversity, especially ADHD and autism. That experience informs how he adapts conversations and strategies so they better fit each person's thinking and pace. He aims to make sessions easier to follow and more relevant to everyday life.
Oran blends talking therapy with practical exercises people can try between sessions. He draws on mindfulness and narrative approaches to help people shift unhelpful habits and reframe difficult experiences. Sessions also include problem-solving steps for sleep, eating and work-related stress.
People begin by describing their main concern and the changes they want. Oran works collaboratively to set simple goals and track progress. His style is calm, direct and focused on what will help most in daily life.
How therapy approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people clarify their values and take small steps toward them. It focuses on noticing difficult thoughts and choosing actions that match what matters. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at the link between thoughts, feelings and behaviours and offers clear strategies to change unhelpful patterns. Client-Centred Therapy emphasises a respectful, non-judgemental relationship and gives people space to set the pace of their own work.Deciding which approach fits best is a shared task. The therapist will listen to your goals and preferences, then suggest one or a combination of methods. That collaborative process means the plan can change as progress is made or new needs appear.
The practical benefits of online therapy often include easier fitting of sessions into busy lives and fewer travel demands. Online work can make scheduling around school, work or caregiving simpler and may allow for shorter check-ins when needed. The original profile does not list which session formats are offered, so confirm available options before booking. Many people find online sessions help maintain momentum between appointments and make it easier to use strategies in daily routines.
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Experience
5+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does this counsellor help with?
He works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship and parenting difficulties, grief, self-esteem and issues related to adoption and foster care.
What is his therapeutic style like?
The approach is pragmatic and person-focused, combining Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and client-centred techniques to set achievable goals and build coping skills.
What experience does he bring to sessions?
He has five years of counselling experience and a long background in education, including work with neurodiverse children and adults.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is listed with NCPS and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international work are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not specify session formats; please confirm the current session options before booking.
How are costs handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.