OWEN O’KANE

Owen O’Kane, psychotherapist and expert in the BBC’s groundbreaking series Change Your Mind, Change Your Life, has spent over 25 years transforming lives in both physical and mental health. In the early part of his career, he worked as a palliative care specialist, supporting people as they faced the end of their lives—an experience that deeply shaped his compassionate and practical approach to psychology. After retraining as a psychotherapist, Owen became the NHS Clinical Lead for West London Mental Health.

Since leaving the NHS, Owen has worked with leading global companies including Virgin Atlantic and Vodafone. His approach has also earned him high praise from well-known figures such as Davina McCall, Lewis Capaldi, and Benedict Cumberbatch.

His latest book, Addicted to Anxiety (February 2025), became an instant Sunday Times Bestseller, celebrated for its clarity and practical strategies to break free from anxiety’s grip. Lauded by academics, media, and public figures alike, the book has been described as both empowering and compassionate.