- Family conflict
- Anger management
- Mindfulness
About John
John Obalum is an AASW social worker with seven years of professional experience in Australia. He works with people who are dealing with family conflict, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting pressures and anger. He also helps with related struggles such as abandonment, attachment concerns, and feeling isolated.
He has previously worked in mental health and child protection settings. That background means he is used to practical problems that affect day-to-day life. He has worked with young people on identity concerns as well as adults managing relationship stress.
Sessions are conversational and focused on what matters now. He listens without judgement and encourages clear, honest discussion about feelings and behaviour. He aims to help people name what triggers their anger and what keeps patterns repeating.
John draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Mindfulness approaches to help clients notice difficult thoughts and take actions that match their values. He also uses Client-Centred methods and Motivational Interviewing to help people find their own reasons to change. These approaches are applied in straightforward, practical ways rather than theory-heavy lectures.
People can expect a direct but respectful style that focuses on skills and small experiments to try between sessions. He offers sessions in English and Igbo and works from his Australian practice. To start, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial session.
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and then choosing actions that fit what matters to the client. ACT can help with anger that keeps recurring and with tough decisions around relationships.Mindfulness Therapy trains simple attention and breathing exercises so strong emotions are easier to sit with and respond to calmly. This can reduce reactivity and help people practise new responses to triggers.
Client-Centred Therapy emphasises a respectful, listening approach that supports people to find their own solutions. It suits people who want a collaborative space to talk through relationship and parenting strain.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and what feels useful, then try methods together to see what helps most. That collaborative process helps pick between skills-based practice and more reflective conversation.
Session formats are not detailed in the biography, so confirm the available options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. These practical benefits help people keep momentum while trying new ways of managing anger and rebuilding strained relationships.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Australia
Languages
English, Igbo
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He works with family conflict, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting, and anger, plus related topics such as attachment, loneliness and control issues.
How would you describe his approach in sessions?
He uses a conversational, non-judgemental style. Sessions focus on identifying triggers, practising skills, and trying small changes between meetings.
How much experience does he have?
He has seven years of professional experience working in mental health and child protection settings.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is listed as AASW and practices in Australia.
Which languages are offered in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Igbo.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified in the biography; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.