
Esana Ilori, BACP
About me
I am a licensed in the UK with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse and depression to go beyond survival mode, and thrive in all areas of their lives. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling life and to take the first steps towards change. I am here to support & empower you on that journey to reclaim your mental health to live freer, happier lives.
Professional experience
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, ADHD, Abandonment, Blended family issues, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Emptiness, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Immigration issues, Life purpose, Multicultural concerns, Postpartum depression, Pregnancy and childbirth, Self-love, Women's issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems
Credentials information
BACP Therapist - Registered Member MBACP #395350
Reviews
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Esana is a wonderful therapist, she makes me feel safe and offers very valuable insights
Written on May 19, 2025 after therapy with Esana for 1 year and 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse
Esana has been a great support to me over the past few months. She has been very professional and easy to talk to. She has helped me gain more confidence in myself and also be more reflective on how I go about different situations in life. We were also able to connect on a faith aspect which was important to me. I would definitely recommend Esana for those looking for a boost in self-esteem and confidence.
Written on Sep 02, 2024 after therapy with Esana for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, coping with life changes, and coaching
Esana is fantastic! I feel listened to without judgement. She listens to and understands complex situations and is able to quickly identify points of personal development/exploration. A testament to her experience and skill as a therapist. I would highly recommend Esana.
Written on Jul 31, 2024 after therapy with Esana for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Esana helped me overcome my work-related anxiety. She gave me the tools that I still use to this day in moments where I feel I slip back into my old ways. I am so grateful for her compassion, empathy and I truly felt she listened to me. I would highly recommend her!
Written on Mar 17, 2024 after therapy with Esana for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
I always look forwards to my therapy sessions! Esana has been amazing through this process of healing and building confidence in myself and abilities. Being both therapist and advisor to me, Esana has been extremely patient and very attentive, respectful and friendly with her approach during sessions, in a way that is comfortable, like speaking to an older sister.
At times when my work schedule has been hectic and booking sessions in advance has been difficult, Esana has been flexible and slotted me in for a session even with short notice (very much appreciated!).
She is great at assessing how to best approach and steer sessions in response to a decided topic, talking through emotions of that moment, thoughts, events, concerns and changes as well as checking in on trigger points from past sessions. As well as that, Esana is very knowledgeable and suggests good resources for further reading and ideas for practices and exercises that could be done outside of sessions to compliment the things targeted and discussed during therapy. This has lead me to feel able and fully equipped to be accountable for my own growth with methods to manage my emotions and overcome struggles.
It has been so enriching and empowering having Esana as my therapist, and her guidance has been indispensable in helping me understand myself better and become more comfortable and confident in my own skin. Thank you Esana :)!
Written on Mar 16, 2024 after therapy with Esana for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Esana is very attentive helpful therapist. She listens attentively and give Sounds advice. I love how she allows me to lead the conversation and gives me the platform to get all my frustrations out.
Written on Sep 14, 2023 after therapy with Esana for 7 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and anger management