21/01/2025
Let me tell you a short story about myself 👇
I have always wanted to become a medical doctor, from primary through secondary school. In fact, I dreamt so much about this becoming reality.
After secondary school, my dream shifted from becoming a medical doctor to studying geography. I applied to study Geography at the University but was denied admission because they said they already had their full quota of students for that session. The Department of Psychology offered me admission instead, and I planned to take Geography courses and transfer in my 2nd year.
But you know what they say about God's will (I strongly believe in God's will for my life).
I began to fall in love with psychology and often asked myself why I had wanted to study geography in the first place. To God be the glory, I didn't switch - I stayed with psychology, my new love.
Since I couldn't become a medical doctor, working in a field close to it made sense, right? After all, we are all in the profession of helping and healing people.
My name is Angela Akpandara. I am a wife, mother, and licensed clinical psychologist with a passion for empowering individuals, couples, families, and organizations to achieve optimal well-being and success. With a strong educational foundation including a B.Sc. in Psychology and an M.Sc. in Clinical Psychology from the Department of Psychology, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Ibadan, Nigeria, I've developed a comprehensive understanding of human behavior, emotions, and relationships.
My clinical expertise spans anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, family issues, and existential crises. I'm dedicated to creating a safe, non-judgmental, and supportive environment where clients feel comfortable exploring their thoughts, emotions, and experiences.
Asides individual therapy, I'm passionate about sharing my expertise through seminars, staff training, and workshops designed for groups, corporate organizations, and religious institutions. These sessions focus on topics such as mental wellness, stress management, effective communication, relationship building, emotional intelligence, and team building, among others.
As a therapist, educator, and advocate for mental wellness, I'm committed to fostering positive change and promoting holistic growth (mentally, physically, and otherwise).
If you're seeking a compassionate, knowledgeable, and dedicated professional to support your personal or organizational development, I invite you to connect with me.
Let's collaborate to cultivate resilience, well-being, and success in all aspects of life.
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Contact email: luminouspsyservices@gmail.com
