E. Winifred Ibeziako Okafor

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ABOUT E. WINIFRED IBEZIAKO OKAFOR

I’m Winifred Okafor, M.A, LPC Associate, LCDC, NCC, SAP, CCS, a Licensed Addiction & Mental Health Counselor with over 15 years of experience supporting teens, adults, families, and high-stress professionals through trauma-focused care, addiction recovery, anxiety, depression, and burnout.I specialize in Substance Use Disorder (SUD) assessment and treatment planning, co-occurring disorders (mental health + substance use), and trauma-informed counseling. I provide structured, compassionate care that helps clients stabilize emotionally, build coping skills, and regain clarity and confidence—one steady step at a time.In addition to psychotherapy services, I provide alcohol and drug assessments and evidence-based recommendations for treatment planning and recovery support. I also offer DOT SAP evaluations and Return-to-Duty (RTD) compliance support, helping safety-sensitive professionals navigate the DOT process with accuracy, dignity, and clear follow-through.As a Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS–Addiction), I also support counselor development through clinical supervision, mentorship, and ethical training — with an emphasis on documentation, compliance, and excellent clinical decision-making.Above all, I believe therapy should feel both safe and effective. Clients deserve a space that is nonjudgmental — but also structured enough to produce real change.Focus AreasI specialize in support for:Anxiety and panicDepression and mood concernsTrauma / PTSDBurnout and emotional exhaustionSubstance use and addiction recovery Co-occurring disorders. Relapse prevention and aftercare planning Anger, irritability, and emotional regulationFamily conflict and relationship stressAlcohol and drug assessments (DUI/DWI, CPS/DFPS, employer, custody, court-mandated) Insurance AcceptedI currently accept:Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX)UnitedHealthcare (UHC)Evernorth/Cigna Self-pay / private pay optionsIf you’re a prospective client, referral partner, attorney, employer, EAP, or clinical organization seeking a reliable counselor with a strong background in addiction, trauma, and structured assessments — I welcome the opportunity to connect.Call +12•••••••03 or click https://winifred-okafor5547.clientsecure.me/.If you’re ready to feel more stable, supported, and clear-minded, I would be honored to work with you. You can start by requesting a free 15-minute consultation, and we’ll decide on the best next step together.