Dr. Mary Okafor
Dr. Mary Okafor is a solution-focused therapist with over 16 years of experience in individual, family, couple and group counseling. She has an enviable track record with emphasis on treatment for depression, anxiety, critical incident stress management (CISM), anger management, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), addictions (substance, sexual and gambling), grief, communication problems, attention deficit and hyperactivity (ADHD), truancy, and conflict resolution in marital, family, job, and school settings.
Dr. Okafor diligently works to restore wholeness to her clients (body, mind and spirit). She believes that any behavior that is learned can be un-learned; therefore, she challenges her clients to rise to the occasion and take control of their lives. She is passionate about the power of choice, attitude and client empowerment, and utilizes those concepts to create a lasting impact and positive change in her clients. She currently provides mental health services to twenty two networks. Her favorite technique in counseling is the Cognitive Behavior therapy.
Dr. Okafor received double Masters degrees in Counseling and Education from University of North Texas, Denton and a Doctorate degree in Educational Administration and Counseling from Texas A&M, Commerce Texas. She obtained her License (#15688) in the State of Texas in 1996 and is currently a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor. Dr. Okafor acquired additional cerifications in Solution Focused Therapy, Critical Incidence Stress Management, ASSI administration and scoring (substance abuse), to mention but a few.
Her hobbies include spending quality time with family and friends, listening to music, dancing, and yoga.
