Help-Counselling.org.uk

The therapy listings are provided by BetterHelp and we may earn a commission if you use our link - At no cost to you.

Benedicta Okoli, BACP

Experienced UK psychotherapist and relationship coach
  • Individual and couples therapy
  • Trauma and relationship support
  • Flexible online sessions

About Benedicta Okoli

Benedicta Okoli is a UK-licensed psychotherapist and relationship and life coach who brings nine years of clinical experience to work with individuals, couples, and groups. She is a member of the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, which indicates her affiliation with a recognised professional body. Benedicta supports people facing a wide range of concerns, including addictions, relationship and family difficulties, trauma and abuse, depression, anxiety, self-esteem struggles, grief, parenting and blended family issues, eating and sleeping problems, bipolar and mood challenges, ADHD and OCD, career-related stress, and intimacy-related matters.

She combines psychotherapy and relationship coaching to offer a holistic, tailored approach that addresses both personal and interpersonal dynamics. Benedicta adapts her therapeutic dialogue and treatment plans to each person or couple she works with, drawing on methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. Her practice emphasises respect, sensitivity, and compassion while helping clients navigate life changes, identity questions, boundary and commitment problems, and complex family systems.

Recognising that seeking help can feel daunting, Benedicta focuses on creating a supportive and professionally guided environment to empower clients as they take steps toward clearer goals and greater wellbeing. She is open to working with international clients and offers multiple formats for therapy to suit different needs and preferences.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseSelf esteem

Also Specializes In

Stress, AnxietyLGBTGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Benedicta Okoli have?

Benedicta Okoli has nine years of clinical experience.

Is Benedicta Okoli a registered therapist?

Yes. She holds the BACP credential, indicating membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

In which languages does Benedicta Okoli provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English and Igbo.

Where is Benedicta Okoli located?

She is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Benedicta Okoli as my therapist?

You can work with Benedicta through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Benedicta Okoli work with international clients?

Yes. Benedicta works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Benedicta Okoli cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people learn to accept difficult feelings while clarifying personal values and taking committed action toward meaningful goals. It is often helpful for anxiety, depression, stress, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current patterns of relating; it can be useful for relationship difficulties, abandonment and attachment issues, and trauma-related concerns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasises an empathetic, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship in which the therapist offers understanding and support to help clients explore their thoughts and feelings and build self-directed change.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Benedicta works with each person to identify goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, and she adjusts methods over time so the work fits the client rather than forcing a single model.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - which makes it easier to fit support around work, family, and geographic barriers. Registered professionals can provide consistent care across formats, allowing clients to continue progress even when schedules or locations change, and to select the mode of communication that feels most comfortable for them.

Ready to start therapy with Benedicta Okoli?

Take the first step toward a better you.