Angela Okororie

AREAS OF EXPERTISE:
Abuse, Adjusting to life transitions, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Anxiety, Depression, Divorce, Family problems, Grief, loss and bereavement, Money and Financial Issues, Relationship and Marriage, Stress

THERAPEUTIC APPROACHES:
Anger Management, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Mindfulness Based Interventions, Play Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy

Hi! I’m Angela! My personality of accepting people as they are shows in my therapeutic style as I accept clients the way they are without judgment. I believe in fairness, kindness, empathy, dignity and respect. I don’t like to judge people unless I have walked in their shoes. Everyone’s story is unique to that person, whether good or bad. I am a nurturer, friend, confidant, and easy to get along with. Being a people person is what got me into this field. I like working with people and I like to be of help when needed. I believe I have something to offer to human kind. I studied social work and received my Masters from University of Maryland School of Social Work.

What I love most about the mental health field are the interactions with my clients. I am privileged to be a part of people’s lives–advising them, allowing them to see issues in different ways, allowing them to see how problems exist and how their perceptions and beliefs make it more difficult to change years of dysfunction. I appreciate how clients willingly allow me into their lives and tell it all, for the most part. I think the key components in a therapeutic relationship are trust, respect, acceptance, and unconditional positive regard. And with me, I hope you can find all those things! I look forward to meeting you.