Dr. Ngozi Okose, LPC
Licensed counselor specializing in trauma and relationships
- Trauma and abuse
- Relationship support
- Multicultural care
About Dr. Ngozi Okose
Dr. Ngozi Okose is a psychotherapist in private practice in Houston, Texas, who combines extensive multicultural training with a compassionate, client-centered approach. She focuses on delivering personalized mental health assessment and care, working collaboratively with each person to support sound life decisions and improved adjustment. Dr. Okose seeks to create a relaxed atmosphere that makes therapeutic engagement approachable and practical, and she brings patience, empathy, and humility to her clinical work.
She adapts treatment to the individual rather than relying on a single model, tailoring evidence-based and solution-focused techniques to fit each client’s needs. Her practice addresses a broad range of concerns including stress, anxiety, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, depression, ADHD, addictions, LGBT-related concerns, grief and intimacy-related matters, eating and sleeping difficulties, parenting challenges, anger, self-esteem, career transitions, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include abandonment, adoption and foster care issues, attachment and personality-related concerns, codependency and commitment difficulties, communication and control issues, chronic illness and caregiver stress, and reactions to natural or human-caused disasters.
Dr. Okose’s background includes academic and clinical roles that inform her practice. She began her career as core faculty at the University of Nigeria where she taught undergraduate and graduate counseling courses, coordinated counseling programs and curricula, supervised counselors in training, and presented at professional conferences. She later established a private practice in Houston following intensive clinical internship experience. Her education spans multiple disciplines with post-graduate degrees from the University of Ibadan and the University of Nigeria, further study at Harvard University, and a year of language training at Université de Nice in France.
Her specialized trainings and certifications include National Certified Counselor (NCC), Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor (CCMHC), post-doctoral training in clinical assessment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy training at the Beck Institute, Trauma and Disaster Mental Health training with the Red Cross Foundation, and tele-behavioral health training through the American Counseling Association. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor - LPC - in Texas and holds an active LPC-Supervisor credential. Dr. Okose has substantial experience working with immigrants and refugees from regions including Mexico, the Caribbean, parts of Latin America, and various African countries, and she provides therapy in English. She approaches each therapeutic relationship as a partnership, guiding clients through their emotional journeys with cultural sensitivity, practical tools, and collaborative care.
She adapts treatment to the individual rather than relying on a single model, tailoring evidence-based and solution-focused techniques to fit each client’s needs. Her practice addresses a broad range of concerns including stress, anxiety, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, depression, ADHD, addictions, LGBT-related concerns, grief and intimacy-related matters, eating and sleeping difficulties, parenting challenges, anger, self-esteem, career transitions, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include abandonment, adoption and foster care issues, attachment and personality-related concerns, codependency and commitment difficulties, communication and control issues, chronic illness and caregiver stress, and reactions to natural or human-caused disasters.
Dr. Okose’s background includes academic and clinical roles that inform her practice. She began her career as core faculty at the University of Nigeria where she taught undergraduate and graduate counseling courses, coordinated counseling programs and curricula, supervised counselors in training, and presented at professional conferences. She later established a private practice in Houston following intensive clinical internship experience. Her education spans multiple disciplines with post-graduate degrees from the University of Ibadan and the University of Nigeria, further study at Harvard University, and a year of language training at Université de Nice in France.
Her specialized trainings and certifications include National Certified Counselor (NCC), Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor (CCMHC), post-doctoral training in clinical assessment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy training at the Beck Institute, Trauma and Disaster Mental Health training with the Red Cross Foundation, and tele-behavioral health training through the American Counseling Association. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor - LPC - in Texas and holds an active LPC-Supervisor credential. Dr. Okose has substantial experience working with immigrants and refugees from regions including Mexico, the Caribbean, parts of Latin America, and various African countries, and she provides therapy in English. She approaches each therapeutic relationship as a partnership, guiding clients through their emotional journeys with cultural sensitivity, practical tools, and collaborative care.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
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 Gottman Method Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dr. Ngozi Okose have?
Dr. Ngozi Okose has 22 years of experience.
Is Dr. Ngozi Okose a licensed therapist?
Yes, she holds the LPC credential. License details: TX LPC 18111. LPC stands for Licensed Professional Counselor.
In which languages does Dr. Ngozi Okose provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Dr. Ngozi Okose located?
She is located in Texas.
How can I work with Dr. Ngozi Okose as my therapist?
You can work with Dr. Ngozi Okose through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dr. Ngozi Okose work with international clients?
Dr. Ngozi Okose does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dr. Ngozi Okose cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
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