Counsellor profile
Omowumi Idowu, BACP
Counsellor - trauma and grief
See online counselling options- Attachment based
- Client centred
- Solution focused
About Omowumi
Counsellor and member of BACP with 16 years of experience, Omowumi Idowu helps people in the United Kingdom with trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, and coaching. She uses conversational work to help people make practical changes and feel steadier day to day. Her style is straightforward and person-centred.
Omowumi keeps sessions focused on the person in front of her. She listens to concerns about past harm, loss, confidence and motivation, then works with clients to set small, realistic steps. Her approach draws on attachment-based ideas to look at how early relationships shape current patterns. She also uses solution-focused techniques to spot what is already working and build on it.
Motivational interviewing features in her work when clients need help finding reasons to change. Trauma-focused methods are used carefully for people who want to process painful events at a pace they can manage. Across these methods, she favours clear, practical conversation rather than jargon.
She has worked in primary and secondary schools in the UK and abroad. That background has shaped how she talks with people under pressure and with carers who need straightforward guidance.
Sessions aim to be collaborative. Clients can expect help to identify goals, try new ways of coping, and review what is or is not helping. To begin, follow the site steps to choose online counselling options and book an initial session.
How her therapeutic approaches work in online counselling
Attachment-based work looks at how early relationships affect current patterns. In short sessions this can help people who notice repeated problems in how they relate to others, and it is used to build more reliable ways of connecting. Client-centred therapy means the counsellor follows the client’s lead and reflects what they say. It suits people who need a calm, non-directive space to make sense of feelings and decide what they want to do next. Motivational interviewing helps when someone is stuck on change. The therapist asks targeted questions to uncover personal reasons for change and to boost willingness to try different steps. Finding the right approach is part of the work. The counsellor will discuss options with the client and agree together which methods to use, based on needs, goals and preference. This is a collaborative decision rather than a fixed plan. Practical benefits of online counselling include fitting sessions around work, caring duties and travel. Online work can mean shorter check-ins when needed, and it can be easier to join from different locations. Confirm the exact session formats available before booking so you know how appointments will be arranged.Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
16+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does she help with most often?
She works with trauma and abuse, grief, low self esteem, coping with life changes, and coaching for motivation.
What style of therapy does she use?
She uses attachment-based and client-centred approaches alongside motivational interviewing and solution-focused work.
How long has she practised?
She has 16 years of professional experience supporting people with a range of concerns.
Which professional body is she with?
She is listed with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.
Do sessions take place in English?
Sessions are offered in English and she is able to work with international clients.
What formats are offered for sessions?
Please confirm current session options before booking so you know which formats are available for your situation.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin a session?
Select the See online counselling options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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