Dr. Ohiro Oni-Eseleh, LCSW-R
Calm, practical therapy for parenting and relationships
Book with Ohiro- Years in practice
- 32
- Credentials
- LCSW-R
- Licensed in
- New York
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Relationship issues
- Focus
- Grief
- Focus
- Self esteem
About Ohiro
Dr. Ohiro Oni-Eseleh is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-R) based in New York with 32 years of experience. He focuses on relationship and parenting concerns alongside stress, anxiety, grief, and life changes.
He uses practical, person-centered work to help people make concrete changes in their lives. He blends several proven approaches to match each person’s needs. Sessions focus on clear goals such as improving communication, managing anxiety, or building self-esteem.
Background and approach
He mixes skill-building with reflective conversation so clients can try new ways of coping between sessions. His background includes work with individuals, couples, and groups across many settings. He also consults with organizations on diversity, equity, and inclusion and helps clients clarify career direction.
He brings long experience addressing the effects of racism, discrimination, and immigration-related stress. Dr. Oni-Eseleh emphasizes hope and practical steps.
He looks for small, achievable changes that add up over time. He does not take cases involving pending litigation or its potential. People who want a steady, respectful guide will find a direct, compassionate approach.
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging for flexible access. The first steps are a short matching questionnaire and scheduling a session.
What Ohiro works with
Everything Ohiro lists, in the therapist's own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Ohiro helps people with.
- Relationship issues
- Grief
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Stress, Anxiety
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Intimacy-related issues
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Forgiveness
- Immigration issues
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Multicultural concerns
- Prejudice and discrimination
Approaches Ohiro lists
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, focuses on clarifying values and taking committed action even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present. It helps people move toward the life they value while learning to accept hard experiences. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, zeroes in on patterns of thinking and behavior that keep problems going and teaches concrete skills to change them. It is useful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Emotionally-Focused Therapy, or EFT, centers on understanding emotions in close relationships and improving attachment and communication when intimacy is strained.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t worked in the past. Together they choose techniques and pacing that fit the client’s life and needs rather than following a fixed plan.
Online therapy via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging makes it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and practice of communication skills. Phone sessions can work when bandwidth is limited or when a camera isn’t needed. Live chat and text-based messaging are useful for shorter check-ins, quick skill reminders, or ongoing support between longer sessions. These options increase flexibility and help people maintain regular contact with their therapist.
Questions people ask about Ohiro
What concerns does this therapist address?
He helps people with relationship issues, parenting, grief, depression, anxiety, stress, trauma and related concerns such as career and identity questions.
What is the therapy style like?
His style is person-centered and practical, combining skill-building with reflective conversation to help clients try new ways of coping between sessions.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 32 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York and has worked in individual, couples, group, and organizational settings.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds the NY LCSW-R credential and practices in New York.
Which languages and international options are offered?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different schedules and needs.
How does cost work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.
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