Wale Okerayi LMHC LPC (original) (raw)
Therapy for Authors and Writers
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Therapy for Authors and Writers 〰️
My priority is always you and creating a safe therapeutic space.
Curious about how I can help you in your healing process?
Hi There!
My name is Wale and I’m a first generation Nigerian American woman (she/her) practicing as a licensed mental health therapist in New York State and Texas.
I believe that therapy can not and should not look the same for everybody. In my practice, I like to structure the therapy around you, your needs, and identities. In order to do that, I always take a collaborative and humanistic approach with every client. My goal in each session is to create a safe and judgment free zone so that you can feel free to show up as your authentic self.
Offerings & Services
Individual Counseling
✦ Identity development
✦ Multicultural issues
✦ Self esteem
✦ Coping with anxiety and depression
✦ Addiction
Bibliotherapy
✦ Bibliotherapy uses literature to help you cope through life's struggles by providing information, support, and guidance in the form of reading books and stories.
Relationship Counseling
✦ Communication
✦ Intimacy
✦ Premarital counseling
✦ Trust and boundaries
✦ Multicultural relationships
Author Talks & Consulting
✦ Conversations with authors about their work & life
✦ Mental health and the workplace
✦ First gen identity groups
✦ Social Media & Mental Health
✦ Words in NY times, Brides magazine, The/Thirty
FAQs
+ Do you offer virtual or in person sessions?
Yes! I offer virtual sessions that can take place via phone or tele-health video platforms. Due to COVID-19, remote therapy is my main platform with the hopes of transitioning to in person therapy for folks who live in Houston, TX.
+ How long do sessions typically last and how often are they?
I offer 45-50 minute weekly sessions, once a week during a time that fits best within your schedule. Weekly sessions allow us to build trust and rapport within our therapeutic relationship. There is also room to shift the frequencies of our sessions throughout the course of our relationship if it is appropriate.
+ How much are sessions and do you accept insurance?
Sessions are 185forindividualsand185 for individuals and 185forindividualsand235 for couples, for those paying out of pocket. For those using insurance, I am an out-of-network provider. Many insurance companies provide out-of-network coverage, some as high as 65-80% of the cost. It is in your best interest to check your coverage carefully by asking the following questions:
- Do I have (out-of-network) mental health insurance benefits?
- What is my deductible and has it been met?
- How many sessions per year does my health insurance cover?
- What is the coverage amount per therapy session (what do you consider a “fair and reasonable rate”?
- Is approval required from my primary care physician?
I also offer a limited number of sliding scale appointments depending on financial hardship which can be discussed in our initial phone consultation. If you have any more questions, please contact me to learn more.
+ I’m ready to take the next step, what do I do?
Awesome! You can reach out to schedule a free phone consultation. This will give us the opportunity to discuss my style of therapy and your therapeutic goals, as well as any questions or concerns you may have about therapy.
If you choose to move forward with me, we will schedule our first session together and I will send you some paperwork to fill out prior to our first session. I will also share the HIPAA compliant virtual link where our session will be taking place.
I am looking forward to meeting you soon!
My Top 3
Core values of my work I always come back to in session.
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Trust
Trust is always the foundation of any therapeutic relationship. I always make it a priority to build trust early on to ensure a safe and judgment free space.
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Empathy & Honesty
Empathy and honesty are always present in every session. My goal is to make sure that your feelings and experiences are always validated and prioritized.
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Collaboration
Therapy is always collaborative in my practice. I welcome all feedback so that you and I can work together to tackle any and all topics/issues brought into our therapy space.
Let’s Connect!
Leave your information below to set up a free phone consultation.
Words In:
Vent to Us- Brides
A series helping folks navigate wedding planning and all the stress that it comes with.
Reflections
@becomingselfish
Resources
If you or someone you know is in need of emergency mental health services, please reach out to one of these sources.
National Domestic Violence Hotline
(800) 799-7233