I think BetterHelp has done an amazing job to able to match me with Stanley. I always feel happy and looking forward to my session with him. My therapist was able to connect my thoughts, encourage to share and walk me through confusion that I have. I can clearly see how myself changing over time and re-gain what I thought I have lost. I strongly recommend Stanley to others, his way of listening and communicate can help you through your things in a way that I thought it can't be help.
Stanley Okafor, BACP
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Stanley is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Stanley. View 49 reviews
- Great news, Stanley is accepting new clients!
- He is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in United Kingdom
- Accepts worldwide clients
Recent reviews
Stanley has been very helpful throughout my journey so far and I am looking forward to continuing to be educated and understand more about myself.
More about Stanley
- 15 years' experience
- Male
- BACP
Hello, I am Stanley Okafor BACP registered psychotherapist/counsellor and accredited member APT, with over 15 years experience at treating emotional and psychological issues. I divide my time between private practice, forensic setting and the NHS, where I am senior/lead therapist for a large NHS Trust. Am a qualified Integrative Counsellor and accredited/qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT). I have extensive experience of assessing and treating people from variety of backgrounds whose problems range from severe and complex to more easily treatable problems including: Self-esteem, anxiety, depression, historic child hood trauma, abuse, domestic violence victims, addictions, bereavement, self harm, suicidal ideation, personality problems, family and relationship concerns, anger issues. I also facilitate an anger management group within the forensic setting.
I offer individual 1:1 evidence-based psychotherapy by working primarily using the CBT approach but integrating effective aspects of others such as multicultural or interpersonal where necessary. My approach is tailored to accommodate each individuals needs to match their uniqueness. And so to give an opportunity for an efficient therapy process that leads to positive and long lasting outcomes.
In line with the ethical frameworks of the professional bodies I belong to, I provide a confidential, secure, safe, non-judgmental , and unbiased space where we explore and collaboratively work together to understand your own difficulties and concerns. I am friendly, warm, honest, genuine, empathic and I place particular emphasis on the importance of establishing rapport and trust in therapeutic relationships. I will treat you with the utmost respect, kindness and create a comfortable atmosphere for you to be able to open up as much as you want to.
During our first consultation I will carry out a clinical assessment, in the session I will ask you questions with the aim to to explore and determine your problems, goals treatment. But also, during this assessment I will carry out a risk assessment with a clinical judgment whether you are at risk or not and the severity.
I truly understand that sometimes taking that first step requires a lot of boldness, i have been there myself. I also know that for some people they want it fixed right away, but mental health unfortunately could be even far more complex than a physical health issues. Therefore, I believe that therapy is a process, the healing process is a journey in most cases and not a destination. So if you are looking for a quick fix, to be honest I probably wont be the right therapist for you.
I truly believe that mental health plays just as important a role as physical health in helping you lead a fulfilling life. So, it’s time to get your life back on track, don’t hesitate, get in touch today and you will be truly grateful you did.
"Nothing is impossible for those who believe".
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
- BACP · United Kingdom · 388272 · Expires May 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Stanley Okafor
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
I think BetterHelp has done an amazing job to able to match me with Stanley. I always feel happy and looking forward to my session with him. My therapist was able to connect my thoughts, encourage to share and walk me through confusion that I have. I can clearly see how myself changing over time and re-gain what I thought I have lost. I strongly recommend Stanley to others, his way of listening and communicate can help you through your things in a way that I thought it can't be help.
Stanley has been very helpful throughout my journey so far and I am looking forward to continuing to be educated and understand more about myself.
I will never be able to write a review for you, Stanley. There just aren’t any words that could possibly do you justice. Thank you for coming into my life
Stanley is AWESOME !I was postponing therapy for a long time and all the times I started I quit.Stanley's approach has made me feel very optimistic that my weaknesses can be handled and I can operate from a higher level and I can be the adult I aspire to be !I feel like every time we create tools for me to make my life a more sustainable one,and I truly love this !I love how gentle and direct his approach is and this makes me feel like I can open up easily and trust the process. Stanley is not focusing on a victim mentality rather focuses on empowering you to tackle everything you want to and to be honest and true to yourself! He is a gem and I am blessed to have him in my corner !
Stanley is an extremely wise guy with a very big heart. He really understands me, always explains things well, helps me to better understand my experiences and gives me a fresh perspective each time. Thank you Stanley!
Challenges my way of thinking which I appreciate
He knows how to talk to me he’s a very good therapist
An excellent therapist who attentively listens to your concerns, desires, and needs, and provides you with tailored learning modules. I highly recommend him.
During the brief period so far that I have collaborated with Stanley, I can confidently attest to his high level of professionalism. He demonstrates a keen ability to actively listen to your concerns and effectively develop a strategic plan for moving forward.
I have been working with Stanley Okafor through BetterHelp for a while now, and I must say, my experience has been absolutely transformative. From our very first session, Stanley established a warm, welcoming environment that made me feel safe and understood. His approach combines empathy with professionalism, creating a unique therapeutic experience that's both comforting and highly effective. Stanley has a remarkable ability to listen deeply and reflect insights that resonate on a profound level. He tailors his approach to fit my individual needs, demonstrating an incredible depth of knowledge and versatility in his methods. Whether through cognitive-behavioral techniques, mindfulness practices, or exploratory conversations, Stanley has guided me toward self-awareness and growth in ways I never thought possible. What sets Stanley apart is his genuine care for his clients. He goes above and beyond to ensure that I feel supported, not just during our sessions but also in the life I navigate outside of them. His encouragement and guidance have been pivotal in my journey towards healing and self-improvement. With Stanley's help, I've gained invaluable tools and perspectives that have significantly improved my mental health and overall quality of life. For anyone considering therapy, I cannot recommend Stanley Okafor enough. His dedication, expertise, and compassionate demeanor make him an outstanding therapist. My experience with him on BetterHelp has been nothing short of life-changing, and I am deeply grateful for the positive impact he's had on my life. Thank you, Stanley, for your unwavering support, wisdom, and kindness. You are a true professional and a shining light in the field of mental health care.
Stanley has helped me work through many issues and I can tell that I'm much more able to work through situations with patience and kindness. I've learned how to pause intrusive thoughts and let life happen slower.
I was sceptical of going into therapy at first because I wasn’t sure what was going to come out of it or if I was ready to face certain traumas. After reading Stanley’s bio I immediately was drawn to his approach and expertise. I’ve been seeing Stanley for almost 6 months and it has been life changing. A few weeks into speaking to Stanley I was able to talk about my late sister, look at her picture and not feel anger/sadness. Stanley helped me uncover over 10 years of grief. This was a major breakthrough for me. Stanley listens and has the most positive attitude and approach. He comes without judgement allowing a safe space for you to express yourself. Stanley has helped me on my stress levels and how to live a more stressed free life. He’s helped me in my marriage, because of him I’m a much better wife. I was at a point where I was seriously questioning my marriage and Stanley gave me various tools to help me work through it. I’m much more at peace now. Apart from being a great listener, Stanley provides great workbooks to help with trauma, emotions, etc. Stanley has taught me to be more positive and grateful and I have seen a huge shift in my life because of this. He has been able to help me deal with my traumas dating back to childhood. He’s given me much more confidence in myself and has allowed me to give myself grace and love myself more. Lastly, I like how he does not beat around the bush and says it as it is, how he challenges me all with patience and kindness - there is so much more I can say but thank you Stanley! You’re great at what you do! I’m forever thankful for being matched with you!
He really listens and understands deeply. I appreciated that mostly.
I could not be more greatful to Stanley. Firstly, he has changed my life. He did it by providing the space to listen carefully with compasion, though-provoking approach and by paying attention to the details. He remebers everything I said and even after hours of therapy he remembers even smallest details from before. He also is honest and straight person. His way of working can be described as willingness to challenge his clients. Whilst challenge sometimes can be difficult for me, however, his gentle thought-provoking approach allowed me to reflect more in my own space. This was especially usefull for me as been given that space to think allowed me to achieve understanding of what is happening in my life and why this is happening. And after some time I realised that Stanley had changed my life: I was able to gain that knoweldge and understanding of my situation. The knoweldge he gave me is a massive factor of why his approach made me feel in a much better place since I started my therapy. Stanley's ability to look at things from many persepctives are very powerful quality. As I told him recently : nothing had changed but everything changed. I can recommend Stanley to whoever needs a fresh start, support and who is trying to work out what is really going in their life. Dont expect a quick fix as Stanley will challenge you, he will make you to take a lot of time to THINK. Thank you, Stanley.
I've been seeing Stanley for close to a year now, and it's safe to say he's saved me from myself. He provides a safe and non judgemental space that I've never had before to express myself but also isn't afraid to give me honest feedback without feeling like he's criticising me. He's helped me become an all round better version of myself which I will be forever grateful for. Helping me learn that while finding and realising the problem is important, it's just the first step.
Stanley is an amazing therapist he has helped me through many struggles and he listens well and he teaches me new coping mechanisms that help me in my daily life 100% recommend, 5 stars all around
In a world full of therapists, healers and coaches, Stanley is one of a kind. He is not just a therapist with a great passion and expertise in the work that he is doing, but a genuine professional who is able to enable his clients to succeed in finding their lost and hidden parts of themselves in order to heal and regain their strength and confidence. I will continue working with him. Thank you BetterHelp for giving me the opportunity to work with him.
Stanley is an incredible therapist and I do not exaggerate when I say he helped me change my life. I feel grateful and grounded and settled today - and when I met him I didn’t feel that way. He is caring, thoughtful and practical. He challenged me and helped me reflect. I highly recommend working with Stanley.
Whenever I talk with Dr. Stanley, I feel like I'm in good hands and that I'm being listened to. Whenever he speaks, I feel wisdom and care in his words. It definitely puts my mind at ease.
I feel more stable and able to live my life with confidence, instead of full of fear. Stanley's work has helped me tremendously to see things about myself, I hadn't been able to recognise alone and make actionable, realistic change from here, for the better. :)
Stanley is one of a kind. He is an amazing therapist; kind, thoughtful and wise. Working with Stanley has really changed my life - he has supported me to work through traumas, learn more about my emotions and how to understand them, and taught me how to create a positive mindset / positive lessons from my day to day experiences. Thank you Stanley
I have been doing therapy with Stanley about 6 months now. It has been a journey to say the least. Topics of grief, guilt, shame, loneliness, self-worth, growth, spirituality, relationships have all been discussed in our sessions and Stanley is always able to have the session end on a positive note. I’m thankful to have found a therapist who is extremely compassionate, listens so carefully, has added so much perspective to my life and has created such a safe place for me to be truly vulnerable. Thank you Stanley!
Stanley really helped me understand and reorder my negative thoughts about myself and relationships. This gave me a higher level of self-awareness so that I know more about myself and situations that make me anxious and how to ease those nerving thoughts. Overall grateful for my sessions with Stanley and would recommend if you to talk to someone who is very calm and stable.
I came to stanley purely from a feeling I had when I first viewd his profile, somehting was telling me he was the person I needed to talk to.. I couldnt be more glad that I was right, over the last 3 months Stanley helped me see things and understand things about myself that has helped me to become so much more aware and happy with myself, my life, and my suroundings. he became a friend more then a therapist, and for everýthing he has helped me through I am forever grateful! Thankyou so very much..
I wouldn't be here today feeling the way I do now without Stanley's support. What he has given me has no price. He believed in me. He made me feel safe. He helped me find a way around my mistakes and not let them define or defeat me. He helped me to move forward confidently, while always being here for me. The connection we were able to create is unique and irreplaceable. I'm not 100% healed, but this is not a goodbye review either. But I'm finding happiness and peace again. There's no amount of reviews I could possibly make to thank Stanley. But trust me, he will change your life. So if you're serious about helping yourself, he's the one. Good luck and as Stanley would say - breathe... :)
I am very grateful to Stanley for all of his listening and his skills. I felt heard and understood and I was able to work through my fears and get to a point where I felt able to manage on my own. Its been a rare thing in my life, to be understood and reassured and I am going to hang onto that feeling of comfort and know that I am now able to move forwards with the new skills he has handed to me. This man is the jewel of Betterhelp!
Everything is great all around. great use of our time together.
I have been working with Stanley for almost a year now, he’s been so great at helping me open up and has been an exceptional guide for me and my overall therapy goals. I came into therapy thinking I only needed to deal with past trauma, however he has really helped me open my mind and gain an understanding around the best way for me to work through these issues in a day to day manner. I couldn’t recommend Stanley more.
I have been working with Stanley as my therapist for a few months now, and I can confidently say that he is an amazing person. He is incredibly kind, warm, and accepting, Stanley is also very knowledgeable and provides me with helpful advice and guidance. I am grateful for his support. I highly recommend Stanley as a therapist.
He is the best.Quite happy with how he has guided me so far.
I had few therapists before but Stanley helped me to go through a lot! He was my support in the worst moments, he makes me feel calm and secure. I know I can trust him, he is supporting me through my journey almost a year and he helped me so much! I really recommend Stanley as he doesn’t judge he is very good listener and with time you will not recognise yourself! I am truly grateful and happy we worked so much on my issues and my traumas! I finally feel free and happy! I do not want to stop as I still want to work and discover myself, with his guidance and help I know I can do even better and I know that finally I will reach the stage when I am comfortable enough to go through life alone!
Stanley is a calming presence that was really needed. His sessions feel safe, it's not usual for me to drop guard so easily but he manages it.
I had 2 therapists before I met Stanley, and I didn't think it would be possible to feel so connected and seen by a therapist until I met Stanley. From day 1 he really saw me and was able to immediately hold a safe space for me where I couldn't stop crying basically. Throughout the last few months, our relationship has been increasingly improving and I feel like there's really a lot of space to get to the bottom of my issues, soon! :) Stanley has a special way to look beyond and is very skilled at his work. He's very calm and knows how to see through it, even if you're unconsciously trying to cover it. I could not recommend anyone better for you as a therapist. Thank you Stanley for everything so far and being part of this journey with me. Deeply grateful.
Amazing counselor. I recommend Stanley to everyone who needs support
Stanley has helped me to process and understand my life like never before. He is very practical and rational with his approach which has massively helped me with the good, the bad and the ugly sides of life. It's not just about having good days but about knowing how to manage life so you can feel stable and understanding. He's a lovely man, with a very calm aura.
An amazing peaceful man
I've been having therapy with Stanley for the past few months and I think he is great. This is the first time i've had therapy so I didn't know what to expect going in. He makes me feel calm and is a great listener, couldn't recommend him more.
Absolutely fantastic person to talk to. Made a huge difference for me.
I have been paired really well with my therapist and I am enjoying the experience so far, excited to see how my journey goes.
Very understanding, not judgemental and wise, will change the way you think and make you realise when you're just taking things too seriously
From the very first session, Stanley made the scariest moment in my life become the start of my new life - in a matter of 60 minutes.
A very kind gentle man who remembers details
Stanley know what I’m going through as he been through a similar situation to me, which he can understand what stage I’m at in the process of grieving & how to deal with the guilt that you hold. Stanley is great at his job & helped me through a tough time in my life.
He has been integral to my journey of confronting my disordered thinking and helping me work through how I can mold positive changes in my life as gradual, sustainable patterns on both the behavioral and cognitive level
I was very apprehensive about starting therapy but Stanley was warm and welcoming from the very beginning and has helped me to achieve goals in just a few months. He listens attentively and respects everything I have to say as well as giving brilliant advice. I went from being nervous about talking to a therapist to looking forward to it, so I definitely recommend Stanley!
Stanley has been a great support the few sessions I have had with him. He is understanding and simplifies the issues to be able to work on them step by step. I really appreciate the help he has given me so far and would recommend him.
Stanley has been so calming and caring across the 2 sessions we have already had. He makes me feel safe, he holds no judgement and I feel confident that future sessions will continue to be valuable
So far only two sessions but I think that Stanley is great at understanding my needs and my preference and already gave me a different perspective on some topics and help me understand my feelings better
I just want to start off by saying that Stanley has saved my life. When I first met him I was riddled with anxiety, suffered from numerous symptoms of depression, had no drive or motivation towards life, indulged in copious amounts of bad habits and truly felt helpless. Now nearly a month later I am living my dreams, he helped me find a direction in life and listened carefully to my problems while offering expert advice on my problems. I am now able to say that I genuinely enjoy my life everyday and I am consistently working towards on becoming the person I aspire to be. I cannot recommend Stanley enough he helps every session turn into a 45 minute smiling session and I could not be more grateful.
Frequently asked questions
Does Stanley Okafor offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Stanley Okafor works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Stanley Okafor speak?
Stanley Okafor speaks English.
How many years of experience does Stanley Okafor have?
Stanley Okafor has 15 years of experience.
Where is Stanley Okafor licensed to practice?
Stanley Okafor is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.
Does Stanley Okafor accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?
Yes, Stanley Okafor accepts clients outside of the United Kingdom.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Stanley Okafor offer?
Stanley Okafor offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Stanley Okafor?
Stanley Okafor can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Stanley Okafor?
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