Ekaete Ekpo

My communication style

My goal is to provide a safe and secure space for exploration, healing, and growth. I am committed to helping patients better understand themselves, feel empowered to make better choices, and take gradual steps toward improving their overall quality of life.

My journey to mental healthcare

I chose this profession because my mission in life is to be of service and make a difference in the lives of others. I come from a culture and a community where stigma creates a huge barrier to accessing treatment, and my goal has been to increase awareness, education, and reduce stigma.

My goals for you

I approach goal setting with clients by setting expectations with my clients, and having a set plan for what the client hopes to achieve or accomplish. Collaborating with the client to identify the goal, mapping out a starting point, identifying the steps that will be required to achieve the goal, and finally taking that first step to get started.

Our first session

During our first session, my goal is for myself and the client to get to know one another. Engage in a discussion about what the client wants to get out of therapy, what the client believes is inhibiting them from achieving their goals, their expectations, and what their motivations are to ensure that change is made.

I identify as...

• Female
• Black or African American
• Christian