Therapist
Olayinka "Mary" Akeju
LPC
Compassionate counselor guiding practical change
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- Trauma informed
- Values focused
- Skills oriented
About Olayinka
Her work often centers on trauma, emotional regulation, and the long-run effects of life changes. She also supports people dealing with parenting and family concerns, grief, anger, addiction, and issues around identity and intimacy. Mary includes attention to neurodiversity topics such as autism and ADHD when relevant.
Mary draws on several therapy styles to meet different needs. She uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help clients clarify values and take small steps toward them. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to spot and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. Attachment-based ideas guide work on relationship patterns and how past bonds affect present feelings.
Sessions focus on practical skills and honest conversation. Mary partners with clients to set clear goals and try strategies between meetings. She frames therapy as a process of learning new ways to cope rather than a one-time fix.
People from different backgrounds and life stages seek her help with complex issues like grief, caregiver stress, mood disorders, and coping after trauma. She works in English and accepts international clients; confirm current session options before booking.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
17+ years
Credentials
New Jersey
Languages
English
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How therapeutic approaches shape online work
Mary uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people clarify values and take small actions that match those values. ACT can be useful for anxiety, stress, and helping people move forward when they feel stuck. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors; CBT is often applied for depression, anxiety, and sleep or eating concerns. Attachment-Based Therapy appears in her approach for clients who want to understand how early bonds affect current relationships and emotional reactions.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Mary treats this as a collaboration where the client’s goals, life context, and preferences guide which methods are tried. She helps people experiment with strategies and adjusts plans based on what is useful for them.
The original biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm available options before booking. In general, online therapy can make scheduling easier and cut travel time. It can also let people fit short check-ins into a busy day, use phone-only sessions when video is difficult, or try longer sessions when life allows. Licensed professionals can adapt ACT, CBT, and attachment-based exercises to remote sessions so clients can build skills and track progress between meetings.
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and parenting issues, trauma and emotional regulation. Other focuses include grief, addictions, ADHD, eating and sleeping challenges, and caregiver stress.
What is her therapeutic style?
She blends approaches like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DBT, attachment work, and client-centered methods. Sessions emphasize practical tools and collaborative goal setting.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 17 years of experience working with a range of mental health and relational concerns. That experience informs a practical, steady approach to change.
Where does she practice and what is her credential?
She practices in New Jersey and holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English, and she also accepts international clients for remote work.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Confirm current session options before booking to know which formats are offered.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Check the platform or intake information for exact pricing.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability. The therapist will then connect to arrange initial appointments.
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