She was a great help and a great listener
Olayinka "Mary" Akeju, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Olayinka is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- Have FSA/HSA funds? Use them here.
- 4.8 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Olayinka. View 4 reviews
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in New Jersey
Recent reviews
Very happy with Mary!
More about Olayinka
- 17 years' experience
- Female
- LPC
With 19 years of clinical experience, I specialize in helping individuals and families navigate stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma, and emotional regulation. My approach is grounded in trauma-informed care, cultural humility, and collaborative partnership. Whether you're facing a life transition, healing from betrayal, or seeking clarity in your relationships, I offer a safe space to explore what matters most to you.
I believe you are the expert of your own story. My role is to walk alongside you—offering tools, insight, and support as you reconnect with your strengths and move toward meaningful change. Therapy is not about fixing you; it’s about empowering you to live with greater clarity, confidence, and emotional safety.
Taking the first step toward healing takes courage. I’m honored to be part of that journey.
Specialties
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Parenting issues
Anger management
Depression
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
LGBT
Relationship issues
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Aging and geriatric issues
Antisocial personality
Attachment issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Avoidant personality
Blended family issues
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Co-morbidity
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Fertility issues
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
HIV / AIDS
Hoarding
Immigration issues
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Intellectual disability
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Narcissism
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Personality disorders
Phobias
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Pregnancy and childbirth
Prejudice and discrimination
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sexual assault and abuse
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Existential Therapy
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
- Systemic Therapy
Licenses
Olayinka "Mary" Akeju's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1336568138.
- LPC · New Jersey · 37PC00613100 · Renews November 2026
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Olayinka "Mary" Akeju
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
She was a great help and a great listener
Very happy with Mary!
Olayinka Mary Akeju has been extremely helpful and supportive. She has a very grounded, calm, gentle, wise, compassionate, loving energy and demeanor. I highly recommend her! 10 out of 10.
Mary is a great listener, and will offer advice and techniques to help me better cope with my issues at hand.
Frequently asked questions
Does Olayinka "Mary" Akeju offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Olayinka "Mary" Akeju works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Olayinka "Mary" Akeju speak?
Olayinka "Mary" Akeju speaks English.
How many years of experience does Olayinka "Mary" Akeju have?
Olayinka "Mary" Akeju has 17 years of experience.
Where is Olayinka "Mary" Akeju licensed to practice?
Olayinka "Mary" Akeju is licensed to practice in New Jersey.
Does Olayinka "Mary" Akeju accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Olayinka "Mary" Akeju accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.
Does Olayinka "Mary" Akeju accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Olayinka "Mary" Akeju accepts clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Olayinka "Mary" Akeju offer?
Olayinka "Mary" Akeju offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Systemic Therapy.
How can I communicate with Olayinka "Mary" Akeju?
Olayinka "Mary" Akeju can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Olayinka "Mary" Akeju?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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