Tanitoluwa Bankale

I believe therapy should be a space where you feel understood, supported, and appropriately challenged. My style is warm, humorous, considerate, and encouraging, while also being direct when it can help you recognize and change unhelpful patterns. I work with individuals, couples, and families navigating relationship challenges, anxiety, trauma, grief, life transitions, self-esteem concerns, communication difficulties, and family or trans-generational patterns. My goal is to help you better understand yourself and your experiences, build resilience, and create healthier relationships with yourself and others.

My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and goal-oriented. I draw from Contextual Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Trauma-Focused CBT, and Gottman Method Couples Counseling to tailor treatment to each client's needs and goals. I believe that understanding your personal, relational, and family context is an important part of healing. At the same time, I help clients identify and challenge maladaptive thoughts and behaviors, develop healthier coping and communication skills, and build resilience. Together, we will regularly assess your progress and adjust your goals as your needs evolve.

Your first session is an opportunity for us to begin getting to know one another and establish a comfortable, collaborative foundation. We will discuss what brings you to therapy, explore your current concerns and relevant background, review practical information about the therapeutic process, and address any immediate safety or risk concerns. You do not need to have everything figured out before you arrive. My goal is to create a supportive space where you can begin sharing your story at your own pace. In the following sessions, we will work together to clarify your priorities and develop a personalized treatment plan based on your goals.