Olakunle Akinyode

Olakunle Akinyode, Registered Psychologist

Registered Psychologist

I am a Registered Psychologist and mental health therapist with over 12 years of experience helping individuals, couples, adolescents, and families navigate life's challenges. My background in both Psychology and Occupational Therapy allows me to take a practical, holistic approach that considers both emotional well-being and everyday functioning. I work with:

  • Children (8+)

  • Adolescents/youth

  • Adults

  • Couples

  • Families

    Many of my clients present with:

  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • Stress

  • Low Self-esteem

  • Trauma

  • Bipolar Disorder

  • Anger Management

  • Grief/Loss

    My goal is to assist you to live well while managing mental health issues. I pull from a variety of therapeutic approaches including:

  • Client-Centered approach

  • Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)

  • Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT)

  • Solution Focused Therapy (SFT)

  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

  • Gottman perspective/lens

    I will also integrate other therapeutic methods if it suits your needs, therapeutically.

In my years of practicing as a mental health professional, one of the insights that I have gained is that you (the client) are often able to identify your barriers for change as well as the solutions. The difficult part is taking action; this is where I believe a support person (like me) can be of the greatest benefit. This can be facilitated by a strong therapeutic relationship based on openness and trust, which I hope to develop in our work together. 

My approach is collaborative, down-to-earth, and focused on meaningful change. I believe humour can be a valuable part of the therapeutic process when used appropriately, helping to build connection and perspective. Above all, I remain fascinated by the human condition and committed to lifelong learning, both for my own growth and to support my clients' success better.

As a husband and father of four children aged 11 to 16, I bring both professional expertise and personal experience to my work with couples, parents, and adolescents. I also have a lifelong connection to sports, having competed throughout my youth and early adulthood before transitioning into coaching—a role I continue to enjoy with my own children today.

CBT, EMDR, EFT, Gottman, SFTTanya CampADHD, Grief, Loss, Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Couples, Adults, Anger, Self-esteem, Families, youth, teens, adolescents, Family, Bipolar, Trauma