LPC, 11 years of experience
Hello, my name is Chijioke Booker! Have you noticed your life seems to move without actually being able to take that first step? A cycle that you can't get out of? Is it hard to find people who you can talk to without feeling judge? Do you want to gain understanding and control over your life, your relationships, work, and health? I work with individuals who want to regain and revive their sense of self in a world where it can feel isolating and alone. I help individuals who struggle with feelings of depression, anxiety, stress or the lost of control over who they are at the core. Together we will identify triggers and coping skills to decrease episodes of depression and anxiety. We will outline self-destructive behavior patterns and recreate roadmaps to avoid repeated unhealthy choices in once life. This is incorporated through talk-therapy and mindfulness techniques help individuals regain balance. When dealing with areas of conflict within your relationships, issues with attachment/adjustment issues, poor communication, life-transitions or creating a work-life balance therapy is for you. I am here to be your support individuals through this stage in your life. Therapy can be feel overwhelming and scary but it's the right step to revive the essence of who you are. It is a safe place that is designated for you to be authentically you. I will meet you where you are by using evidence-base techniques to help you regain control. It's time to BREATHE! I look forward to working with you!
During our first session, we will take time to explore the meaning of therapy and discuss your expectations for the process. I will share more about my approach and style so we can determine if we are a good fit to work together. You’ll have the opportunity to talk about what brought you to therapy and what you hope to gain from our work. Together, we will begin setting goals and outlining expectations to support your self-growth and overall well-being. This first meeting is a collaborative space to begin building trust, understanding, and a shared vision for your healing journey.
Therapy is a opportunity to "Release" unhealthy thoughts and behaviors and "Revive" a new sense of self over one's cognitive, emotional and behavioral well-being. Being able to verbalize your concerns and challenging is a powerful tool to increase self-growth. Within our sessions, we will monitor your mood week to week, identify risky behavior patterns and help to recreate a healthier but realistic self. A client should be prepared to engage in sessions and complete homework (worksheets, journaling, exposure techniques, etc.) that will help reinforce what is discussed in sessions.
I am a grounded therapist who works closely with my clients. Often times people have a negative perspective of therapy and struggle to commit but I am committed to working with you TO challenge you to commit to helping yourself.
I work well with individuals who are ages 18 to 50. I also tend to attract people of color.