Olayinka "Mary" Akeju , LPC

Olayinka "Mary" Akeju is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 17 years of clinical practice who supports individuals and families facing stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma, and emotional regulation difficulties. Grounded in trauma-informed care and cultural humility, she works in collaborative partnership with each person to identify priorities and practical steps toward change.

Mary centers the person in the therapeutic process, treating each client as the expert of their own story while offering evidence-based tools and compassionate guidance. Her work is attuned to life transitions, recovery from betrayal, and the complexities of close relationships, helping clients reconnect with strengths and clarify what matters most.

Rather than focusing on fixing perceived deficits, she emphasizes empowerment, resilience, and emotional safety so clients can move toward greater clarity and confidence. She creates a welcoming space for exploration, supports skill-building, and encourages meaningful progress at a pace that fits each individual.

Taking the first step toward change takes courage, and Mary values the trust involved in that decision. She approaches therapy as a partnership, bringing experience, practical strategies, and steady support to help clients pursue their goals.

Therapeutic approaches and online care with Mary

Olayinka "Mary" Akeju draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to tailor sessions to each person’s needs. ACT focuses on accepting difficult thoughts and feelings while clarifying personal values and taking committed action - it can help with anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns formed in early relationships to improve current connections and emotional regulation - it is useful for relationship difficulties, trauma, and attachment concerns. CBT looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches practical strategies to shift unhelpful patterns - it often helps with anxiety, mood concerns, and coping skills.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Mary works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods fit their goals, preferences, and life circumstances, adjusting the plan over time as progress and priorities evolve.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to access care from different locations and at flexible times. These options support continuity of care and allow clients to choose the format that best fits their schedule and comfort while working with licensed professionals and therapists.