Therapy

Everyone deserves a village.

My practice is built on the belief that healing is most powerful when it's culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and rooted in genuine connection — not just clinical technique.

My Approach

Understanding not just what you're feeling but why.

Healing happens in connection, and that belief is at the heart of how I work. Together, we won’t just look at what you’re feeling. We’ll explore why, and build real tools that help you make changes that actually last, not just feel better for a little while. I’ve had the honor of working with all kinds of people: teens finding their footing with confidence and identity, adults juggling more than their fair share, and families learning how to trust and talk to each other again. Whatever brought you here, and however you’re feeling about it, I want you to know that makes complete sense. You don’t have to have it all figured out.

Specialties
ADD/ADHD
Attachment Issues
Communication Issues
Emotional Abuse
Men's Mental Health
Trauma & PTSD
Adjustment Disorder
Child or Adolescent Therapy
Depression
Family Conflict
Male Survivors of Sexual Abuse & Trauma
Approaches
Strength-Based Therapy
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
Motivational Interviewing
Trauma-Informed Care
Insurance
New York
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • UnitedHealthcare (Optum)
  • Oxford (Optum)
  • Oscar
New Jersey
  • Aetna

Out-of-pocket clients are welcome.

Frequently Asked

Answers to the questions I hear most.

  • Yes, telehealth appointments are available.

  • Yes, currently accepting new clients.

  • Children, adolescents, and adults.

  • Insurance/Headway panel details coming soon — please inquire directly for current accepted plans.

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Meet the Team

Oluwatosin Akindele, LCSW

Founder · Psychotherapist

A trauma-informed clinician with 10+ years of school-based and clinical experience across NYC. Licensed in New York and New Jersey.