Hi, I'm Onat Ozden. I am a doctoral candidate in counselling psychology. My main orientation is Existential Psychotherapy which is a collaborative exploration into the complex subjectivity that is ‘you’. Grounded in existential philosophy, it is most useful for making sense of the fundamental concerns of life that we all suffer from such as meaning, anxiety, isolation, choice and responsibility. I also utilise the Systemic (mainly IFS; Internal Family Systems) and Psycho-trauma approaches and work integratively. Providing a safe and embracing space for my clients are my utmost priority. My work is very relational.
Every now and then, we all come across circumstances that challenge our basic sense of security, identity or significance in life. Although these experiences can be painful and make us feel hopeless, they also provide us a great opportunity of growth through questioning our deeply held personal values in life and beliefs about how the world functions. By illuminating our unique constraints (such as our physical attributes, the culture we are born into, the oppression we experience and/or the privileges we have based on our sexual/gender/race etc) we can start to truly understand our distress and come to construct our own way of being that is both meaningful and fulfilling.
The Existential approach is against labelling our unique personal experiences. Dysfunctional behaviours or unhealthy symptoms are seen as attempts of coping with difficulties and an expression of one’s disconnection from themselves, their surroundings and from reality.
For the past 4 years I have worked with a wide range of clients concerns including anxiety, relationship issues, sexuality, abuse (emotional, physical and sexual) & trauma, spiritual and religious Issues, meaning and purpose.
Additional areas of focus: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Depression, Compassion fatigue, Attachment issues, Blended Family Issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Communication problems, Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster, Divorce and separation, Domestic Violence, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Emptiness, Expats, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Immigration Issues, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Multicultural Concerns, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and Discrimination, Self-love, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Sexuality, Workplace issues, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Existential Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems
BACP Psychotherapist #388725
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Onat is a very good listener and offers a lot of support throughout the sessions. I really appreciate his help.
Written on Apr 29, 2024 after therapy with Onat for 1 month on issues concerning trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
Extremely good therapist
Written on Apr 24, 2024 after therapy with Onat for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coaching, and adhd
Really friendly approach to therapy that makes me feel comfortable and free to be open and honest. I like his approach to sessions really making me think more about my feelings and approach to my mental health.
Written on Mar 31, 2024 after therapy with Onat for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and adhd
I've never had a therapist as good as Onat, I always feel listened to, he is so gentle in his manner, and so well read and insightful. Would highly recommend him.
Written on Dec 06, 2023 after therapy with Onat for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
Very warm and friendly, easy to talk to, listens well and demonstrates a wide range of knowledge. Would highly recommend.
Written on Oct 31, 2023 after therapy with Onat for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, and self esteem
Onat is thoughtful and kind, a great listener. While Onat is in session with me, I can tell that the sole focus is on my needs and my progress. It's always a calm and open space for me to share and be guided gently. Onat supports my growth extremely well, and ends each session by asking in earnest how the session was for me. I've learned so much while working with Onat and I'm so grateful for that; and, I'm looking forward to the progress ahead!
Written on Jul 10, 2023 after therapy with Onat for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, eating disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue