Oran Blackwood, NCPS

Oran Blackwood is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who brings five years of clinical experience to a broad range of presenting concerns. He holds the NCPS credential, which indicates professional training in counselling and psychotherapy, and he works in English with clients in the UK and internationally.

Oran supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, and difficulties with self-esteem, relationships and family life. His practice also addresses ADHD, addictions, grief, intimacy and eating or sleeping challenges, along with parenting, career transitions and coping with major life changes. Additional areas of focus include attachment and adoption issues, caregiver stress, autism and Asperger Syndrome, body image and communication problems.

Drawing on a blend of evidence-informed approaches, Oran aims to help clients explore patterns of thought and behaviour, build practical coping strategies and strengthen self-understanding. He emphasizes a collaborative, client-centered way of working that respects each person’s experience while offering structured techniques when helpful. Oran draws particular attention to supporting neurodivergent clients, including those with ADHD and autism, to address co-occurring challenges and improve day-to-day functioning and relationships.

His approach is practical and compassionate, oriented toward helping people identify meaningful goals and take manageable steps toward them. Oran accepts international clients and offers a range of remote session options to fit different schedules and needs.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Oran commonly integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy into his online practice. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages people to clarify what matters to them and to take practical steps toward those values while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings - it can be helpful for stress, anxiety and motivation challenges. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, non-judgmental space in which the client’s experience guides the work; this approach supports self-exploration, personal growth and improved self-esteem. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers structured techniques to identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns and can be useful for anxiety, depression and problem-solving.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Oran works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals and personal preferences, and he adapts techniques over time as progress and circumstances evolve.

Online sessions by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging allow for flexible scheduling and make it easier to access therapy from different locations and time zones. These options help clients maintain continuity of care around work, family and travel commitments while working with registered professionals and therapists who can tailor support to each situation.