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Fidelis Omocho

Fidelis Omocho, AASW

Australia 12 years in practice

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AASW social worker and counsellor - addictions and trauma

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  • Addictions support
  • Trauma-informed practice
  • Cognitive-behavioural skills

About Fidelis

AASW accredited social worker and counsellor with 12 years of experience, Fidelis Omocho helps people dealing with addictions, family stress, trauma and abuse, parenting pressures, and depression. He works with adults and young people and uses evidence-based techniques to address mental health, grief, and relationship dynamics.

Fidelis keeps sessions practical. He listens, reflects, and teaches straightforward skills you can use between meetings. He uses cognitive-behavioural strategies and mindfulness alongside other evidence-informed methods to help manage symptoms and build coping routines.

His practice is trauma-informed and client-centred. That means attention to past harm and to each person's cultural context. Fidelis places importance on ethical practice and cultural safety while adapting the work to the situation in front of him.

Sessions often include a mix of talking and skills practice. He might guide breathing or grounding exercises, try thought-recording for mood shifts, or map out patterns in relationships. The focus is on things people can try right away to reduce distress and improve day-to-day functioning.

Fidelis supports people who are navigating grief, life transitions, burnout, anxiety and relationship stress as well as trauma recovery. He aims to make the work collaborative and to help clients set clear, achievable goals. To start, he asks about your immediate concerns and what you want to change.

Booking begins with a short matching questionnaire and scheduling a first session. Session timing and format can be discussed during that initial contact so they fit practical needs and daily life.

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How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions

Fidelis describes his work as grounded in evidence-based techniques. Cognitive-behavioural strategies are used to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours; these techniques help with depression, anxiety and patterns that feed addiction. Mindfulness is taught as a practical skill to manage stress and to increase present-moment awareness, often through simple breathing and attention exercises.

Finding the right approach is collaborative. Fidelis will discuss goals, preferences and what has or hasn’t worked before. Together the client and therapist decide which methods to try and how to adapt them to day-to-day life.

Confirm the precise session formats when you book because the biography does not list them. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments around work, study or family routines. It also allows a shorter check-in when time is limited, or a quieter, less demanding way of meeting if video feels difficult. Practical benefits include more flexible scheduling and the ability to keep continuity of care during life changes. Appropriately qualified or registered therapists can help you choose a format that fits your goals and circumstances.

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Areas of expertise

Primary focus

AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesDepression

Experience

12+ years

Listed in

Australia

Languages

English

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Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he work with?

He works with addictions, family stress, trauma and abuse, parenting pressures, and depression. He also supports people facing anxiety, burnout and relationship strain.

What is his therapeutic style?

His style is trauma-informed and client-centred. He combines active listening with practical skills work such as cognitive-behavioural strategies and mindfulness.

How much experience does he have?

He has 12 years of clinical experience working with adults and young people on a range of mental health and relationship issues.

What are his credentials and location?

He is accredited with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) and practises in Australia.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options when booking.

How are sessions paid for?

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

How do I begin working with him?

Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.

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