Illiona Okereke

I’m a trauma therapist with a background in marriage and family therapy, which shapes how I understand the connection between our individual experiences and our relationships. I primarily work with women and couples navigating trauma, anxiety, relationship challenges, and complex family dynamics. I also have personal and professional insight into Caribbean and West African cultures and the unique challenges children of immigrants may face while navigating family, culture, relationships, and their own sense of self.

I believe therapy should be a space where you feel safe enough to be honest and supported enough to do the hard work of change. My approach is conversational, collaborative, and tailored to you. Together, we’ll explore how past experiences may be shaping your life and relationships today, while working through old wounds and creating healthier ways of relating to yourself and others.

Our first session is about getting to know you, not just what brought you to therapy, but the experiences that have shaped who you are. We’ll talk about your history, what has been weighing on you, what you hope will be different, and what you need from therapy. You’ll also have space to ask questions and see if I’m the right fit for you. From there, we’ll talk about how I can best support you moving forward.