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Elly Oka, BACP

UK therapist for stress grief and change
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Trauma and bereavement
  • Career and self-esteem

About Elly Oka

Elly Oka is a qualified therapist based in the United Kingdom who holds the BACP credential, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. With five years of professional experience, she supports people managing stress and anxiety, depression, and the effects of trauma and abuse.

She also has experience helping clients navigate career difficulties, build self-esteem, and cope with bereavement. Elly works from the view that each person is the expert of their own story and that existing strengths are central to overcoming life challenges.

Taking the first step toward a more fulfilling and happier life often requires courage, and Elly offers steady, compassionate support to help people move through that process at a pace that feels right for them.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesGriefSelf esteemDepression

Also Specializes In

AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHearing impairedHoardingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaVisually impairedWomen'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) Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Elly Oka have?

Elly Oka has five years of professional experience.

Is Elly Oka a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the BACP credential, which stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. No additional license details were provided.

In which languages does Elly Oka provide therapy?

Elly Oka provides therapy in English.

Where is Elly Oka located?

Elly Oka is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Elly Oka as my therapist?

Work with Elly Oka can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Elly Oka work with international clients?

Yes, Elly Oka works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Elly Oka cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as the client's location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled 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 with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match clients with a therapist. Depending on availability, clients can then schedule their first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Many people wonder whether online therapy can make a real difference. For a range of common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes - online therapy can be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.

One of the main advantages is flexibility. Clients can connect with a therapist in the way that suits them best - by video call, phone session, live chat, or text-based messaging - which can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life.

Licensed professionals provide online services, and clients may switch therapists at any time if they would like a different therapeutic fit.

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