Olayinka "Mary" Akeju, LPC

Trauma-informed counselor for individuals and families

Trauma and abuse
Family and relationships
Anxiety and depression

About Olayinka "Mary" Akeju

Olayinka "Mary" Akeju is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in New Jersey with 17 years of clinical experience supporting individuals and families through stress, anxiety, trauma, and relationship difficulties. She brings a trauma-informed stance and cultural humility to her work, partnering with people to explore emotional regulation, life transitions, and the aftermath of betrayal with compassion and clarity.

Mary emphasizes a collaborative approach in which the person in therapy is regarded as the expert on their own life. Her role is to walk alongside clients, offering practical tools, clinical insight, and steady support as they reconnect with strengths and pursue meaningful change. She blends evidence-informed methods to address concerns ranging from mood and anxiety symptoms to parenting challenges, addiction, grief, and intimacy-related struggles.

Therapy with Mary focuses on empowering clients rather than fixing them. Sessions aim to increase self-awareness, build coping skills, and create clearer pathways toward the goals that matter most to each individual. She values partnership, resilience, and the courage it takes to begin and sustain healing, and she treats each person’s story with respect and professionalism.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Family conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesAnger managementDepression

Also Specializes In

Stress, Anxiety AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems Systemic Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Olayinka "Mary" Akeju have?

Olayinka "Mary" Akeju has 17 years of experience.

Is Olayinka "Mary" Akeju a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details are NJ LPC 37PC00613100.

In which languages does Olayinka "Mary" Akeju provide therapy?

Olayinka "Mary" Akeju provides therapy in English.

Where is Olayinka "Mary" Akeju located?

She is located in New Jersey.

How can I work with Olayinka "Mary" Akeju as my therapist?

You can work with Olayinka "Mary" Akeju through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Olayinka "Mary" Akeju work with international clients?

Yes, Olayinka "Mary" Akeju works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Olayinka "Mary" Akeju cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages people to accept difficult thoughts and feelings while clarifying personal values and taking committed steps toward a meaningful life. It can be useful for anxiety, stress, and navigating life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early and current relationships shape patterns of trust, closeness, and emotional safety, making it helpful for couples work, abandonment concerns, and intimacy-related issues. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, offering practical strategies for depression, anxiety, coping skills, and many daily challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Mary works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, often integrating techniques from different approaches to suit the situation.

Online therapy with a licensed professional can make treatment more flexible and accessible. Sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging allow people to fit care into busy schedules, continue work while traveling, or reach therapists across time zones. These options support consistent engagement in therapy and make it easier to access professional help from home or other convenient locations.

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