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Amaka Bari-Nwizug

Therapist
1 year of experience
  • Virtual
  • ADD/ADHD, Maternal mental health, Women's issues, Trauma
  • Individual therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

Amaka Bari-Nwizug, LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor.

Accepting Clients in Texas | Virtual Sessions Available

Are you feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or unsure how to help yourself or your child, no matter what you try? You may be dealing with anxiety, trauma, ADHD challenges, or emotional stress that feels too heavy to carry alone. Maybe your child is struggling with behavior, focus, or emotions. Maybe as a woman, you feel drained, misunderstood, or stuck in patterns you cannot break.

You do not have to figure this out by yourself.

🌿 About Me

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a doctoral student in Special Education Leadership, with advanced training in working with trauma, children, ADHD, and women’s mental health. My doctoral training gives me advanced insight into children’s learning, behavior, and emotional development.

I specialize in helping:

Children who struggle with behavior, emotions, or ADHD

Women dealing with stress, trauma, anxiety, or life transitions

Individuals who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally drained.

🎓 Education & Credentials

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) – Texas

Doctoral Student in Special Education Leadership

Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

I stay current with research and best practices to provide high‐quality, effective care.

🌍 Culturally Aware & Respectful Care

I work with diverse individuals and respect each client’s culture, values, and beliefs. Faith‐based counseling is available if you desire it.

Session Details

Virtual sessions available (convenient and private)

Flexible scheduling

Individual sessions (children, teens, adults)

📅 Let’s Get Started

Taking the first step can feel hard, but it is also the beginning of change. You do not have to stay stuck. You do not have to do this alone.

My approach to therapy

My approach is warm, supportive, and practical. I meet you where you are and help you move forward step by step.

🧠 What I Help With

Trauma and emotional wounds (past or recent)

ADHD (focus, impulsivity, behavior challenges)

Anxiety, stress, and overthinking

Depression and low mood

Emotional regulation (for both children and adults)

Parenting challenges and support

Women’s mental health and life transitions

Self-esteem and confidence

High emotional distress, including self‐harm behaviors, trauma, and severe anxiety

🎯 What You Will Gain From Therapy

Learn how to manage overwhelming emotions

Develop practical tools to reduce anxiety and stress

Improve focus and behavior (especially for ADHD)

Build confidence and emotional strength

Understand patterns and break unhealthy cycles

Feel more in control of your life

My Approach

I use proven, practical approaches that help you feel better, think more clearly, and respond to life with confidence:

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) – change negative thinking patterns

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) – manage strong emotions and reduce impulsive behaviors

Trauma‐Informed Care – safe healing from past experiences

Strength‐Based Therapy – build on your strengths and resilience

Solution‐Focused Therapy – create practical, goal‐oriented change

Mindfulness Techniques – stay grounded and reduce stress

Sessions are structured, supportive, and practical, giving you real tools you can use in your daily life. For children, I use developmentally appropriate strategies to help them express emotions and build healthy behaviors.

What you can expect from me

🌸 For Parents

If your child is struggling, you may feel confused, frustrated, or worried. I help parents:

Understand their child’s behavior

Learn effective strategies that actually work

Support children with ADHD and emotional challenges

Create a more peaceful home environment

🌸 For Women

You may be used to taking care of everyone else while feeling overwhelmed yourself. Therapy is your space to:

Be heard without judgment

Process stress, trauma, or emotional pain

Rebuild confidence and clarity

Take back control of your life

🤝 What Sessions Feel Like

Clients often say they feel: Heard, Understood, Supported, Empowered. You will not be rushed or judged. We will work together at your pace.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Woman
  • My style is
    Open Minded, Empowering, Solution Oriented

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    1 year of experience
  • Training
    MC (Masters in Counseling) at Houston Baptist University
  • License type
    LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) (Texas)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Ascension, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
  • More specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Stress management, Anger management
  • Therapy methods
    Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Cognitive Processing (CPT), Bowen Family Systems, Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Positive Psychology, Trauma Focused CBT
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Children, Adolescents
  • Languages
    English, Igbo
  • Location
    25807 Westheimer Parkway Ste 300
    Katy, TX 77494