Ajibola Obajimi, LCPC - Therapist in Illinois

Ajibola Obajimi helps people who are coping with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, and addictions.

01About Ajibola

Ajibola Obajimi helps people who are coping with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, and addictions. He works with concerns that include drug and alcohol addiction, process addictions like gambling or pornography, and mood or family problems. Ajibola holds an IL LCPC, which is the credential listed for his practice.

He speaks English and Yoruba and can work with clients in Illinois and internationally. His style is straightforward and respectful.

Background and approach

He treats each person as the expert on their own life and looks for strengths to build on. Sessions usually focus on practical steps that feel manageable between meetings. He aims to make the first steps feel less overwhelming for someone who is unsure where to begin.

Ajibola uses approaches such as Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice patterns in thoughts and behaviors and try small changes. He also draws on Motivational Interviewing to support people who want change but feel stuck. Internal Family Systems ideas may be used to help a person understand different parts of themselves and reduce internal conflict.

With four years of professional experience, he brings a calm, patient presence to conversations about difficult topics like trauma and loss. Sessions can be scheduled in formats that fit a person’s life, including video, phone, live chat, or text messaging. The goal is practical progress paced to the client's needs.

To begin, a person selects the Start Therapy button, completes a short matching questionnaire, and schedules based on therapist availability. The subscription model for sessions can be canceled at any time.

02Credentials

LCPC (Illinois): License 180011550 · expires March 2027
NPI: 1366936767 · national provider identifier

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03Focus areas and approaches

Everything Ajibola lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Anger management
Addictions
Family conflicts
Self esteem
Depression
Coping with life changes
Drug and alcohol addiction
Family problems
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Paranoia
Post-traumatic stress
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)

Methods Ajibola names

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04Online support

Approaches that translate well to online care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening without judgment and following a person's lead to build trust and hope. It helps with anxiety, depression, grief, and relational concerns by centering the person's experience and strengths.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect, and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful patterns. CBT is often used for anxiety, mood disorders, and many forms of addiction where skill practice between sessions matters.

Motivational Interviewing helps people move through ambivalence about change by highlighting their own reasons and confidence for making a change. It is useful for substance use and other behaviors where readiness varies.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose and adapt methods based on goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful in session. That team approach makes it easier to try things and adjust as needed.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Video supports face-to-face conversation and skill-building work. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging make it possible to connect between sessions or when typing feels more comfortable. These options help therapy fit into varied schedules and daily life.

05Questions people ask

What concerns does this therapist help with?

He supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, anger, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, and a range of addictions and mood issues.

What is the general therapy style and approach?

Sessions are client-centered and practical, focusing on strengths and small, manageable steps toward change.

What background and experience does he have?

He has four years of professional experience working with addiction, trauma, mood disorders, and related concerns.

What credentials and region are associated with this therapist?

He holds an IL LCPC and practices from Illinois.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English and Yoruba, and international clients are accepted.

In what session formats can I meet with him?

He meets by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different needs.

How are costs and billing handled?

Sessions use a subscription model that varies with location and therapist availability and can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to start therapy?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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