Oskars Grins, BACP
Person-centred therapist for grief and life changes
- Person-centred approach
- Grief specialist
- LGBTQ+ support
About Oskars Grins
Oskars Grins works from a person-centred perspective that prioritises self-understanding as the foundation for meaningful change. He believes that recognising the roots of distress and being seen without judgement allows people to grow in ways that reflect their true values and aspirations. In practice he aims to create the core conditions identified in person-centred therapy - acceptance without judgement, empathic understanding, and genuine presence - so clients can explore difficult or overwhelming feelings and move toward change that honours their best interests.
He brings a focus on therapeutic presence, offering deep empathic listening and a non-judgemental stance while remaining authentic in the relationship. Central to his work is the development of a collaborative therapeutic alliance in which thoughts, emotions, and relational patterns can be examined so clients can answer the practical question of how they will know therapy has made a difference.
Oskars frames therapy as a space to be fully heard when speaking with friends or family may feel difficult because of worries about being fixed or misunderstood. His approach is oriented toward talking and exploration rather than teaching a fixed set of techniques, and he does not prioritise a medical model that focuses primarily on symptom reduction. Instead he sees people as whole persons whose difficulties are best understood in the context of their lives and relationships.
Clients have worked with him on a range of concerns, including adapting after cancer treatment, health anxiety, LGBTQ+ related issues, difficult outcomes from previous therapy, relationship struggles such as open-relationship dynamics and infidelity, and life transitions like changing careers or managing a public role. He has a specialist interest in grief and bereavement and has worked closely with people receiving end-of-life and palliative care as well as their families. Grief can be a natural response to loss yet sometimes become stuck - sometimes referred to as Prolonged Grief Disorder - and he can help explore how that process has become stuck and where focused grief counselling may support movement forward.
How therapy proceeds is guided by the long-term goals the client brings, whether that means clarifying purpose, setting direction, or simply creating a space to be understood. He is registered with the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, which is a professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists.
He brings a focus on therapeutic presence, offering deep empathic listening and a non-judgemental stance while remaining authentic in the relationship. Central to his work is the development of a collaborative therapeutic alliance in which thoughts, emotions, and relational patterns can be examined so clients can answer the practical question of how they will know therapy has made a difference.
Oskars frames therapy as a space to be fully heard when speaking with friends or family may feel difficult because of worries about being fixed or misunderstood. His approach is oriented toward talking and exploration rather than teaching a fixed set of techniques, and he does not prioritise a medical model that focuses primarily on symptom reduction. Instead he sees people as whole persons whose difficulties are best understood in the context of their lives and relationships.
Clients have worked with him on a range of concerns, including adapting after cancer treatment, health anxiety, LGBTQ+ related issues, difficult outcomes from previous therapy, relationship struggles such as open-relationship dynamics and infidelity, and life transitions like changing careers or managing a public role. He has a specialist interest in grief and bereavement and has worked closely with people receiving end-of-life and palliative care as well as their families. Grief can be a natural response to loss yet sometimes become stuck - sometimes referred to as Prolonged Grief Disorder - and he can help explore how that process has become stuck and where focused grief counselling may support movement forward.
How therapy proceeds is guided by the long-term goals the client brings, whether that means clarifying purpose, setting direction, or simply creating a space to be understood. He is registered with the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, which is a professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualityWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Oskars Grins have?
Oskars Grins has 6 years of professional experience.
Is Oskars Grins a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the credential BACP. BACP refers to the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, a professional organisation for counsellors and psychotherapists.
In which languages does Oskars Grins provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Oskars Grins located?
Oskars Grins is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Oskars Grins as my therapist?
Clients can work with Oskars Grins through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Oskars Grins work with international clients?
Oskars Grins does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Oskars Grins 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 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 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.
Could Online Therapy Be a Good Fit?
Online therapy can be a practical option for many people managing everyday stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or the navigation of life changes. For these common concerns, remote sessions are often comparable in outcome to traditional in-person appointments, and many people find they achieve meaningful progress through online work.One major benefit is flexibility - individuals can choose the format that fits their life best, whether that is a video call, a phone session, live chat, or ongoing text-based messaging. This flexibility makes it easier to attend sessions around work, caregiving, or other commitments and can reduce barriers that make regular therapy difficult to sustain.
Licensed professionals and therapists offering remote work bring the same focus on therapeutic relationship and clinical skill as in-person care, and clients can change therapists if they feel a different fit would be more helpful. For many, online therapy provides an accessible, practical route to exploring difficult feelings and working toward personal goals.