Regina Ajunwa, MS, LMHC, ABPC. CRS
Regina Ajunwa Mental Health Counseling Service
Regina Ajunwa Counseling Services
25 Westview Avenue
1st Floor
912 East 220 St
1st floor
You have found an empathic and supportive therapist. I work with adults and adolescents who have a variety of mental health issues such as: depression, anxiety, and various forms of traumatic issues. I do individual counseling and couple/family counseling. I apply the following clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral techniques, Motivational Interviewing, problem solving and REBT to help clints deal with thier issues. I also work with individuals who have chronic medical issues such as HIV/AIDS, diabetes, and cancer to help them deal effectively and cope with their overwhemeling medical condition(s). I help individuals who are feeling loss and hopeless with life learn how to begin a new journey to a new you.
Licenses/Certifications
 American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP)
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Certified Professional Counselor (ABPC)
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Certified Relationship Specialist (CRS)
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Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
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Licensed Mental Health Counselor (State)
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Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC)
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Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
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Member, American Psychological Association (APA)
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National Certified Counselor (NCC)
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License Info
# 002415-New York
Education
Bachelor's Degree, 1990, at Mercy College, Dobbs Ferry
Masters Degree, 2000, at College Of Mt. St. Vincent Riverdale-NY.
Completed one-year training and received certificate in Psychodynamic Approaches in Clinical Practice from National Institute for Psychotherapy.
Bio
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, an advanced credential for Masters-level counselors and therapists.
I have experience in management, administration, outreach, harm reduction and clinical experience in community mental health and psychiatry settings including CBO’s and programs requiring home visiting.
Proficient in providing counseling to people with mental health and substance abuse issues. Help clients increase awareness and insight to the negative thoughts and behaviors that affect daily functioning. Teach clients appropriate skills to manage symptoms and recovery process. Proficient in providing grief counseling. Also provide support/education around psychotropic medications.
Memberships
Affiliation: Member, Pi Gamma Mu National Honor Society. Member American Psychotherapy Asociation. Member and past Vice President, Nigerian Catholic Community, Inc (USA). Member Obowu Development Union US. Awarded Certificate for Conducting HIV Health Fair in May 2006 by Obowu Development Union in Nigeria/USA.
Other Languages
Igbo
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Payments Accepted
Cash , some insurances
Hours
MON-FRI-12- 15- 5.30 PM, SAT- 1pm -4.430pm:30 AM -5.30PM:00 PM
Practice Areas/Issues Treated
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Therapy
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Anger Management
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Anxiety and Panic
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Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
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Body Image Issues
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Caregiver Issues
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Chronic Illness
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College Students
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Couples
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Depression
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Eating Disorders
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Gay or Lesbian Issues
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Grief and Loss
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Group Therapy
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Life Transitions
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Loneliness
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Marriage & Family Therapy
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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
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Online / Teletherapy
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Pre and Postpartum Mental Health
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Relationship Issues
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Self-Esteem Issues
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Seniors and Elder Care Issues
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Stress Management
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Trauma and PTSD
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Women's Issues
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