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John Odutemu

John Odutemu, HCPC

Therapist in United Kingdom

Practical, respectful therapy for sexual and relationship issues

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Experience

12+ years

Credentials

HCPC

Languages

English

Based in

United Kingdom

  • Compassionate conversation
  • Practical steps
  • 12 years experience

About John

John Odutemu works with adults who are dealing with relationship difficulties, sexual dysfunction, addiction and mood problems. He presents a calm, respectful way of talking that aims to make starting therapy easier for people who feel nervous about the first step. John is based in the United Kingdom and brings 12 years of professional experience to his work.

He uses plain conversation to find what matters most to each person. Sessions focus on building confidence, sorting out difficult emotions and developing practical steps to cope with day-to-day life. John adapts plans to individual needs rather than applying the same method to everyone.

John draws on a mix of approaches including acceptance and commitment ideas, attachment-focused work and cognitive behavioural techniques. These are used to help with anxiety, low mood, relationship troubles and issues linked to identity and sexuality. He also brings experience supporting people with grief, trauma and ongoing stress.

Clients can expect a straightforward, compassionate approach that balances talking and practical tasks. He aims to make goals clear and to help people notice small changes that add up. The focus is on what the person wants to achieve and how to get there.

John encourages people to take the first step even when it feels hard. He tailors conversations and plans to fit each person’s situation and pace. If you want to explore your concerns, he will work alongside you to set realistic next steps.

Approaches that translate to online therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice what matters to them and take small actions that match those values. It is useful for anxiety, low mood and when someone feels stuck. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current patterns and feelings, helping people change how they relate and feel safer in close connections. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) breaks problems into thoughts, feelings and behaviours and teaches simple strategies to reduce distress and improve routines.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. John will talk with each person about their needs and goals. Together you decide which ideas to try and adjust them as you go. The process is collaborative and aimed at practical change rather than one fixed method.

Confirm the exact session formats before booking since options are not specified here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions around work, caregiving or travel. It can allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, avoid travel time and let people join from a quieter space. For many clients the convenience helps keep therapy consistent and to practise skills between sessions.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyHypnotherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapySomatic TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Registration details

HCPC · United Kingdom
PYL044151

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Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does John help with?

He helps with relationship difficulties, sexual dysfunction, addiction, anxiety, depression and related issues such as grief, self-esteem and stress.

What is his style of therapy like?

John uses a straightforward, respectful approach that combines talking and practical tasks to build confidence and coping skills.

How much experience does he have?

He has 12 years of professional work experience in the United Kingdom supporting a wide range of concerns.

What credentials does he hold and where is he based?

He is registered with the HCPC and practises in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the UK work with him?

He accepts international clients; check session details and timing when arranging appointments.

How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin if I want to work with him?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Some intimacy concerns have a physical side. If you notice pain or other physical symptoms, please speak with a doctor as well. Therapy can sit alongside medical care, not replace it.

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