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John Obalum

Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships

About

I am credentialed in Australia with 6 years of professional work experience. I have worked within mental health and child protection sectors. I also worked with children and young adults that are struggling with their identity. I have experience in helping clients with family conflicts, trauma, abuse, intimacy related issues, & parenting issues. I also have experience working with anger management. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. I am non-judgemental and willing to listen actively with empathy.

Years Experience: 7
Location: Australia, Australia
Accepting New Clients: Yes
Gender: Male
Accepting international clients: No
NPI Number:
Credentials:
Languages Spoken: English, Igbo
Licenses: AASW #679972 exp 2026-06-30
List of Specialties: Family, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting, Anger, Black therapist, Therapist of color, Male therapist, Christian, Non-religious
Where Can You Work With This Therapist: BetterHelp
Therapist of color: Yes
Communication options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

John Obalum

Practical support for families and trauma
  • Family and trauma focus
  • Male therapist of colour
  • Australia-based, 7 years’ experience

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About

John Obalum is credentialed in Australia and brings seven years of professional experience working across the mental health and child protection sectors.

He has supported children and young adults who are struggling with identity and has worked with people facing family conflict, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting challenges, and anger management.

As a male therapist of colour, John works with clients from both Christian and non-religious backgrounds. He works to create an open, safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment, and he offers non-judgemental, empathetic listening to support clients taking the first step toward a more fulfilling, happier life.

Location: Australia, Australia
Years Experience: 7
Gender: Male
Languages Spoken: English, Igbo
Therapist of Color: Yes
Communication Options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Ready To Start Your Journey?

Therapist Available Through: BetterHelp
Currently Accepting New Clients: Yes
Accepting International Clients: No

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials:
  • NPI Number:
  • License: AASW #679972 exp 2026-06-30

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How much experience does John Obalum have?

John Obalum has 7 years of experience in providing therapy services.

In which languages does John Obalum provide therapy?

John Obalum provides therapy in English and Igbo.

Where is John Obalum located?

John Obalum is located in Australia.

How can I work with John Obalum as my therapist?

You can work with John Obalum through Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging.

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