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Ikechukwu Akujobi, AASW

AASW social worker specialising in trauma and anxiety

Ikechukwu is an Australian therapist with credentials including AASW.

5+ years of experience
Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse

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About Ikechukwu

Ikechukwu Akujobi is an AASW-qualified social worker who brings five years of clinical experience to his counselling practice. He focuses on core clinical psychotherapy and works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, depression, and the challenges of life changes. He also supports clients with relationship and attachment concerns, chronic illness and pain, caregiving stress, and a range of personality-related difficulties.

Ikechukwu approaches each person as the expert in their own life, building on existing strengths to set realistic goals and develop practical coping strategies. He aims to create an empowering environment where clients can explore difficult experiences, process traumatic memories, and learn skills to manage symptoms and improve daily functioning.

He offers therapy in English and Igbo and tailors sessions to individual needs, combining evidence-based therapeutic techniques with a collaborative style. As an AASW professional, he draws on recognised social work practice while helping clients take the first steps toward a more fulfilling and balanced life. Prospective clients who are ready to seek change will find a supportive, respectful counsellor in Ikechukwu Akujobi.

Areas of expertise

Experience

5+ years

Credentials

AASW

Languages

English, Igbo

Focus areas

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes

Also listed for

Abandonment Attachment issues Avoidant personality BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability

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Co-morbidityCodependency Commitment issues Communication problems Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dependent personality Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Dissociation Divorce and separation Domestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issues First responder issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Immigration issues Impulsivity Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Narcissism Panic disorder and panic attacks Paranoia Personality disorders Phobias Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirth Prejudice and discrimination Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harm Self-love Sex addiction Sexual assault and abuse Smoking / vaping cessation Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Evidence-based approaches for online therapy

Ikechukwu uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques delivered in a warm, practical way. He offers skills-based approaches that teach coping tools and behavioural strategies to manage stress, anxiety and low mood - these techniques focus on identifying unhelpful patterns and developing practical steps to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning. He also provides trauma-informed therapy that helps people safely explore and process painful memories and the emotional impact of abuse or loss, with attention to pacing and stabilisation.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Ikechukwu works collaboratively with each client to identify goals, preferences and the techniques that suit them best, and he will adjust methods over time in partnership with the client. Appropriately qualified or registered professionals and therapists generally emphasise this shared decision-making process.

Online sessions - by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging - make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives, remove travel barriers and allow continuity of care from wherever the client is located within Australia. These options offer flexibility in scheduling, multiple ways to communicate and the ability to continue working towards goals in a way that suits the client’s routine and comfort level.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Ikechukwu Akujobi have?

Ikechukwu Akujobi has 5 years of professional experience.

What professional credentials does Ikechukwu Akujobi hold?

The directory lists AASW.

In which languages does Ikechukwu Akujobi provide therapy?

Therapy is offered in English and Igbo.

Where is Ikechukwu Akujobi located?

Ikechukwu is located in Australia.

How can I work with Ikechukwu Akujobi as my therapist?

You can work with Ikechukwu Akujobi through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Ikechukwu Akujobi work with international clients?

Ikechukwu Akujobi does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Ikechukwu Akujobi 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 cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.