Ayotunde Popoola , BACP

Ayotunde Popoola is a person-centered counsellor who combines a warm, respectful stance with practical therapeutic tools to support clients through life transitions and emotional challenges. She believes in each person’s capacity to uncover their authentic self and build a life of meaning, and she shapes sessions to reflect the unique circumstances and goals of the individual.

Ayotunde adopts an integrative approach, drawing on established methods to tailor interventions rather than relying on a single technique. This flexible stance allows her to address a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, grief, low self-esteem, trauma and abuse, anger, and career-related stress. She offers a nurturing environment where exploration, reflection, and practical skill building happen side by side.

In addition to her private practice, Ayotunde works with betterhelp, offering clients multiple ways to connect. Her professional credential, BACP, refers to the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, which represents counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom. Ayotunde aims to help clients access their inner resources, strengthen resilience, and create sustainable change through collaborative, personalized therapy.

Person-centered and practical approaches for online therapy

Ayotunde commonly integrates client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy to support clients in online sessions. Client-centered therapy focuses on creating a respectful, nonjudgmental space where the therapist follows the client’s lead and helps them explore values, identity, and personal goals - it is often helpful for issues like relationship challenges, self-esteem, and life transitions. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) emphasizes identifying and changing unhelpful thought and behavior patterns; it is practical and solution-oriented, and can be useful for anxiety, depression, and stress management. When trauma is a central concern, Trauma-Focused Therapy techniques may be incorporated to address the emotional and practical impacts of past events in a paced, supportive way.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Ayotunde works with clients to understand their needs, preferences, and goals, then adapts methods over time so the therapy fits the person rather than forcing a single model.

Online work offers flexibility and accessibility - sessions can take place via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it possible to maintain continuity of care while using approaches that are practical, relationship-focused, and tailored to each individual’s circumstances.