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Emmanuel Igwe, AASW
Australia
AASW social worker - anxiety and addictions
See online therapy options- CBT and ACT
- Client-centred support
- English and Igbo
About Emmanuel
Emmanuel Igwe is an AASW social worker with six years of experience in community work, mental health, disability and child protection. He helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, low self-esteem, depression and sleep problems. He also supports those facing trauma, anger, bipolar challenges and major life changes.
Before specialising in social work Emmanuel studied philosophy and religion, then completed social work training in 2018. That mix of study and front-line roles shapes how he works with people now. He uses straightforward, talk-based methods to identify problems and try different ways of responding.
Emmanuel often draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to look at unhelpful thoughts and habits. He also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and client-centred ideas to help people notice values and practical next steps. Sessions are practical and geared to small experiments between meetings.
People come to him for help with addictions, career stress, parenting strain, caregiver stress, body image and attachment issues. He lists additional areas such as abandonment, adoption and foster care, fatherhood issues and forgiveness among his focuses. He mentions compassion fatigue, ADHD and codependency as concerns he addresses.
Emmanuel works in Australia and offers consultations in English and Igbo. He asks people to select the online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session to begin. The site subscription that covers sessions can be cancelled at any time.
How Emmanuel applies CBT, ACT and client-centred work online
Emmanuel frequently uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to map links between thoughts, feelings and actions. CBT sessions focus on spotting patterns, testing small changes and tracking what works for day-to-day life. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy complements this by helping people clarify values and commit to manageable actions even when difficult feelings are present. He also draws on client-centred principles to keep conversations grounded in the person’s experience. That approach means the therapist listens, reflects and helps people set practical goals rather than imposing a fixed plan. Together they decide which methods will best suit the person's needs and preferences. Confirm the exact session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific online options. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings around work or caregiving, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when required. Emmanuel will work with each person to choose a session rhythm and approach that suits their situation and goals.Areas of expertise
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Australia
Languages
English, Igbo
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with most often?
He helps with stress, anxiety, addictions, sleep problems, low self-esteem and depression. He also works with trauma, anger, bipolar challenges and coping with life changes.
How does he use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
He uses CBT to identify unhelpful thought patterns and test new behavioural responses. Sessions often include small experiments to try between meetings.
What is his professional background?
He has six years of experience across community work, mental health, disability and child protection. His studies include philosophy, religion and social work completed in 2018.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is listed with the Australian Association of Social Workers as AASW and is located in Australia.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Igbo.
Can people outside Australia work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time. Specific fees depend on the chosen subscription and location.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the site.
Details come from information the counsellor supplied to BetterHelp. A registration can be checked with the body that issued it.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are not safe, use the crisis numbers.