Chijioke Onwuzuruike
Practical therapy focused on steady progress
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About Chijioke
Chijioke Onwuzuruike offers practical, down-to-earth support for people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship problems, trauma and depression. He introduces himself simply and listens first, helping clients identify small, workable steps toward feeling better. He works from the assumption that each person knows their story best and already carries useful strengths.
Sessions focus on building on those strengths while tackling the issues that feel most urgent. Chijioke aims to make the first steps manageable and clear so people can see progress sooner.
Background and approach
Over 11 years he has worked across military and civilian settings. That experience has informed his approach to concerns such as addiction, grief, isolation and problems around commitment and communication. He uses a mix of approaches to meet different needs rather than relying on just one method.
In practice he blends client-centred conversations with problem-solving techniques and mindfulness tools. This might include looking at thought patterns, practising grounding or developing realistic coping plans for stressful situations. He keeps explanations simple and focuses on what a person can do between sessions.
People who choose to work with him can expect a collaborative style. He helps set goals together and checks progress regularly. The emphasis is on practical change and on making therapy fit day-to-day life.
At a glance
- Years practising
- 11
- Registered with
- BACP
- Registration number
- 407943
- Languages
- English
- Approaches include
- Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy
- How sessions happen
- Online, by video, phone or messages
Details are as listed on Chijioke's public professional profile. You can check any number with the professional body.
What Chijioke works with
Everything Chijioke lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Depression
- Abandonment
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Hospice and end-of-life counselling
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Mood disorders
- Multicultural concerns
- Narcissism
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Personality disorders
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Chijioke lists
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
How Chijioke works online
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings and actions link together and teaches specific tools to change unhelpful patterns. It can be useful for anxiety, low mood and practical problems like managing cravings in addiction.
Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and improve calmness. It often complements other work by offering short exercises that can be practised between meetings.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and what has helped or not helped before, then suggest ways to try things out. This is a collaborative process and plans are adjusted as progress is seen.
Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life by removing travel and allowing meetings around work or caring commitments. It also lets people use shorter check-ins or audio-only options when camera time is difficult. Confirm the current session formats before booking so you know what is available.
Questions and answers
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship difficulties, trauma and depression, plus related issues like guilt, loneliness and communication problems.
What is his therapy style like?
Sessions are collaborative and client-centred, with a focus on clear, practical steps and strengthening existing resources rather than long theoretical talks.
What experience does he bring to sessions?
He has 11 years of professional experience and has worked in both military and civilian settings, which shapes his approach to complex life and adjustment issues.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts clients from other countries.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking as the biography does not specify the exact formats offered.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
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