Ekow Kwakye

Therapist | LPC

Approach to Therapy

Ekow is dedicated to helping individuals navigate relationship challenges, trauma, anxiety, and stress. His approach focuses on creating a nonjudgmental, compassionate environment where you can safely explore your emotional and mental experiences for self-discovery and growth.

Experience

Ekow Kwakye has over 15 years of experience in the mental health field, serving in various roles, including paraprofessional, peer advocate, and now as an independent Licensed Professional Counselor. He completed 21 credits of graduate coursework in Counseling at Prairie View A&M University in Texas with a focus on mental health counseling. Additionally, he holds an M.Phil. in Guidance and Counseling from the University of Cape Coast, Ghana.

Specialties

Anxiety, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR), Grief & Loss, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Relationship Challenges, Stress Management, Wellness

Hobbies and Interests

Ekow practices self-care and nurtures his well-being through walking,  connecting with nature, and occasionally singing. He finds these activities to be grounding and restorative for mental health.

"The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change. - Carl Rogers"

Gender

Male

Ethnicity

Black/African American

Language

English

Licensed in

Texas

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