Justin Adekoya

Hello, my name is Justin Adekoya. I am a husband, father, and coach. I attended Eastern Kentucky University, where I played football and earned my degree in Social Work. After graduating, I spent some time in the NFL before deciding to hang up my cleats and refocus on my true passion which is helping others overcome challenges related to anxiety, depression, and mindset.

In 2018, I returned to school to earn my Master’s in Social Work from Spalding University and went on to obtain my CSW, followed by my LCSW. Over the past seven years, I’ve had the privilege of working with a diverse range of clients, including veterans, student-athletes from recreational to collegiate levels, adolescents, and teens.

I am passionate about helping clients who feel stuck between their potential and their current mental state, those who have noticed fluctuations in focus, motivation, or confidence and haven’t been able to pinpoint why. Whether you’re a student, athlete, or individual experiencing pressure to perform, struggling with perfectionism, or battling self-doubt while seeking a healthier, more sustainable balance, you are not alone. I’m here to be your sounding board, and together, we can work to get you back on track.

I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as my therapeutic approach. I strive to provide a safe, supportive, and collaborative space for individuals navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, and performance-related stress. I specialize in working with student athletes at all levels. I help clients enhance focus, confidence, and mental toughness.

My top priority when working with new clients is to build a strong, trusting relationship through genuine rapport. We’ll take time to talk openly, which will provide a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard and understood. This foundation allows clients to feel comfortable and begin to trust both the therapeutic process and our work together. From there, we focus on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns that contribute to anxiety and depression, and work to replace them with more balanced, realistic, and empowering perspectives.

In addition to this scope of practice, I also specialize in sports performance and mindset training for individuals involved in athletics who experience pressure to perform, as well as those seeking to strengthen the mental aspect of their game.