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Trusted experts dedicated to your emotional and mental well-being.

Marianna Rose Osiesiye Afonja

Counsellor

Dr. Marianna-Rose Osiesiye Afonja, D. is a passionate counselor, and emotional wellness coach whose work bridges faith, psychology, and humanitarian service. Joyfully married, she co-leads Family Love Ministry Global with her husband while serving as an Associate Member of the CICN and a Distinguished Humanitarian and Doctoral Fellow of the Institute of Humanitarian Studies and Social Development (IHSD).

Email: mariannaafonja@gmail.com

Oluwayemisi Monsurat Osinowo

Counsellor

Oluwayemisi Osinowo is a compassionate mental health counselor and faith-based intercessor dedicated to supporting women navigating the waiting season of motherhood. Her passion for this work is deeply personal rooted in her own journey through infertility.

Email: askthefruitful@gmail.com

Dr. Laila Jean St. Matthew-Daniel

Counsellor

Laila St. Matthew-Daniel is an internationally recognized Personal Growth & Transformational Expert, Author, Writer, TEDx Speaker, Key Note Speaker, Emotions Coach and Leadership Trainer with a passion to help connect people to their purpose.

Email:info@lailastmatthewdaniel.com

Dr. Tolu Oko-Igaire

Sex, Couple & Mental Health Therapist

Dr. Tolulope Oko-Igaire is a pioneering psychologist, visionary leader, and one of Africa’s foremost voices in modern counseling. As President and CEO of the Chartered Institute of Counseling in Nigeria, she has transformed counseling from a traditional practice into a globally aligned profession. A purpose-driven advocate for mental health, intimacy, and human development, She is the founder of The Intimacy Clinic, home to cutting-edge therapeutic services that restore individuals, strengthen families, and inspire cultural change.

Mr. Emmanuel Enaholo

Counsellor

Enaholo Emmanuel is a renowned Child/Adolescent therapist, who have vast experience in child and adolescent and all forms of Mental health counseling, He started his tertiary Education with Bsc(ed) from Ambrose Alli University Ekpoma, Edo State, with a degree in Counseling Psychology, He holds a Masters Degree in Educational Psychology from the University of Lagos (Unilag), he also has several certificates and a Diploma in counseling from both International and Local institutions.

Stacey Essien

Counsellor

Stacey Essien, a seasoned counsellor, An Associate Member of the CICN, a Professional Member of the International Association for Counselling (PIAC) and A fellow of The Chartered Institute of Mentoring and Coaching (FPMC), with several Certificates in Leadership and Management. The Chairperson/CEO of SAE RoyalPearl International Nig. Ltd; benevolent with leadership skills. Among other values, believes professional counselling should be indoctrinated into our curriculum, a very necessary tool in our world for NOW.
Email: staceyessien@yahoo.com

Precious Oden

Counsellor

Precious Oden is a dedicated Sex and Intimacy Coach focused on helping individuals and couples build deeply satisfying and connected relationships. Based currently in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, Precious Oden holds various accredited certifications in sex education and coaching. She is also a proud Associate Member of the CICN, ensuring a commitment to ethical and professional standards in practice.

Location: Port Harcourt
09114813317
IG: theintimacyconsultant
deliciousintimacies@gmail.com

Onyinye Evans-Nwosu

Counsellor

Onyinye Evans-Nwosu is deeply passionate about parenting and firmly believes that effective parenting begins with understanding the foundational role that love plays in a child's life. She is the creative director of LoveActionWords, a card game designed to help families express meaningful actions that communicate love and strengthen emotional bonds. Onyinye holds an LLB and an LLM in International Law from Oxford Brookes University, United Kingdom. She holds the position of a Director in Infinit group of Companies. Becoming a certified counsellor has always been central to her career journey, driven by her natural empathy, the kind that often has her "cry more than the bereaved.

Abiola Adegboyegun

Counsellor

Abiola Adegboyegun is a Child and Adolescent Counseling professional dedicated to supporting the emotional, social, and psychological well-being of children, adolescents, and families. She is passionate about promoting positive child development, mental wellness, and healthy family relationships through compassionate and ethical counseling practice.

Location: Lagos
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Email: abiolaadegboyegun@gmail.com

Oge Oguta

Counsellor

Oge Oguta is a couples, relationship and family Counselor with the Chartered Institute of Counseling in Nigeria (CICN), an Associate Member of CICN, Passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families become healthier and better versions of themselves, she serves as the Lead Counselor at The Selah Space, a safe place for healing, growth, and restoration. She is also the Convener of the Whole Woman Conference, a platform dedicated to raising women who are mentally, emotionally, spiritually, and physically whole, and the Founder of the High Five Foundation, an NGO committed to providing educational opportunities for vulnerable children. A respected voice in mental health, marriage, and relationships, Oge combines professional expertise with faith-based values to inspire lasting transformation.

Nonye Pearl Mike-Nnaji

Counsellor

Nonye Pearl Mike-Nnaji is a certified counselor and founder of Therapy Central Africa, where she provides counseling, support, and therapeutic interventions to individuals, families, and communities. Her work is centered on emotional healing, resilience, and personal growth, and she has consistently helped people navigate life's challenges with hope and renewed purpose. Her impact extends beyond therapy into community development and social empowerment. Through Spotlight Africa, she has supported sweepers in Lagos by providing new overalls and cash prizes, demonstrating a practical commitment to dignity, encouragement, and meaningful upliftment for underserved communities. As Team Lead of YATO Arts in Autism, she also champions creative expression as a tool for empowerment, helping individuals on the autism spectrum discover their voices, talents, and potential through the arts.

IG: https://www.instagram.com/nonye_nnaji/#
nnajinonye@gmail.com

Nwankwo Pauline Uchenna

Counsellor

Nwankwo Pauline Uchenna is a dedicated teacher, child and adolescent counsellor, and mentor who is passionate about making a positive impact in the society through teaching, counselling, mentorship, and service. She founded Teachers-Field International, a platform focused on training teachers in active teaching and learning practices essential for effective learning. She values integrity and family life and has committed herself to youth mentorship to foster the development of positive individuals who can lead meaningful lives.

headfastlink@gmail.com

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