- Emotionally-Focused Therapy
- Attachment-Based work
- CBT and ACT methods
About Olayinka
Olayinka "Mary" Akeju is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in New Jersey with 17 years of experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and emotional regulation. Mary also helps with parenting, addiction, grief, eating and sleeping problems, and career or life transitions.
Mary uses Emotionally-Focused Therapy as one of her stated approaches. She also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment-Based work, Client-Centered methods, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address how emotions, thoughts, and behavior interact. Sessions focus on recognizing patterns and naming emotional responses that have been hard to name.
Her work attends to trauma and attachment issues that affect how people relate to others and to themselves. Practical skills are introduced alongside reflective conversation. This can include strategies for coping with intense feelings and steps to change unhelpful patterns.
Mary emphasizes a collaborative relationship where the client’s perspective guides decisions about goals and pacing. She explains options, listens for what matters most, and adjusts how she works based on that feedback. Progress is made by trying new ways of responding and then reviewing what helps.
People can expect clear, straightforward sessions that combine emotional focus with evidence-informed techniques. If you want to explore next steps, the site’s matching questionnaire is the way to schedule a first appointment and see the available session options.
How therapeutic approaches fit with online work
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) focuses on identifying and naming emotions and how they shape interactions. It is useful when people notice repeated emotional patterns or struggle to express feelings in relationships. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and choose actions that match their values, which can help with anxiety, depression, and life changes. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape expectations and trust, and it can be useful for people working through abandonment, attachment issues, or reactions to loss.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Mary will collaborate with each person to choose methods that fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That collaborative step means trying strategies, checking in about what helps, and adjusting the plan together.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Many people find online sessions helpful because they can fit therapy into a workday, avoid travel time, or choose a shorter check-in when needed. Online work also makes it easier to continue therapy when life circumstances change. Ask about session length and format when you complete the matching questionnaire so sessions match practical needs and daily routines.
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Experience
17+ years
Listed in
New Jersey
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, parenting, addiction, grief, eating and sleeping problems, and life transitions.
What therapeutic style does she use?
She lists Emotionally-Focused Therapy as a core approach and also uses ACT, Attachment-Based approaches, Client-Centered work, and CBT.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Mary has 17 years of clinical experience working with a range of emotional and relational concerns.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in New Jersey.
Which languages are supported and can international clients work together?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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