
Chibuike Ikechukwu
Experienced UK counsellor and psychotherapist
Start with Chibuike IkechukwuLicensed · Professional · Cancel Anytime


Experienced UK counsellor and psychotherapist
Start with Chibuike IkechukwuLicensed · Professional · Cancel Anytime
Chibuike Ikechukwu is a dedicated counsellor and psychotherapist based in the United Kingdom with 11 years of clinical experience supporting individuals, couples, and families to navigate difficulties and pursue personal growth. He combines professional compassion with practical problem-solving to help clients move toward their goals.
He holds a BSc, an MSc and a PhD in Theology, together with a Diploma in Counselling from Oxford (ODL) and a BSc in Counselling from the University of East London. He is an associate member of the Pastoral Heart & Mental Health Association (AMPHA) and serves as a chaplain with the Institute of Chaplaincy (USA).
His practice is integrative in nature, drawing on a range of therapeutic methods and evidence-based interventions to suit each person’s needs. He is committed to ongoing professional development and to creating a safe, non-judgmental setting that supports emotional wellbeing. His experience includes clinical work with Waterloo Community Counselling, where he provides support to refugees and addresses immigration-related issues that affect mental health. He works fluently in English and Igbo, speaks a bit of Yoruba, and is proficient in Pidgin English. References are available on request.
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A major benefit is flexibility - clients can choose the format that works best for them, whether that is video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility makes it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule and to maintain continuity of care when in-person meetings are difficult.
These services are provided by licensed professionals and therapists, and clients have the option to change therapists at any time if they prefer a different fit. For many, online therapy offers a practical, effective way to access help for everyday mental health concerns.