Interviews
Mental Health
Therapist Spotlight
Tuesday, July 09, 2024
Author
Vanessa Nnadi, aka The Mind Whisperer, is a mental health professional at Mytherapist.ng specialising in counselling, mindset, and mental well-being coaching. She helps people overcome mental barriers and embrace resilience and intentional living through personalised sessions approached with patience and compassion.
With over 7 years of experience and numerous degrees and certifications in mental health, Vanessa brings a unique blend of expertise to her practice. Her practice offers a free space for individuals to share and receive support without judgement or stigmatisation.
Mrs Nnadi, who also runs The Safe Crib International, is a renowned speaker sought after for her refreshing and practical perspectives on nurturing healthy mindsets and emotional resilience. In her free time, she’s a fan of reality TV shows.
Dedoyin Ajayi, one of the co-founders, messaged me on LinkedIn, complimenting my profile and my work in mental health. Then, she invited me to come on board as one of the app’s therapists. I accepted and went through an interview and onboarding process, and here we are now. My experience working with MyTherapist.ng has been nothing short of amazing. I’ve had an awesome experience tending to diverse clients.
What sets MyTherapist.ng apart from other mental health platforms is the focus on delivering quality sessions and prompt response times to clients’ therapy requests.
I became a therapist because I enjoy helping others—I believe that’s my life’s purpose. I also have a strong passion for mental health. Being a therapist is a fulfilling career choice because it provides an avenue to impact the lives of others positively.
But I’ve made huge progress: I’ve learned to pace myself, invest in self-care, and prioritise my mental well-being. I also plan periodic shutdowns to totally tune off from work and relax.
The most rewarding part of being a therapist is seeing my clients gain insights and skills to help them through their situations, overcome their challenges, and leave better than they were when we first met.
While depression presents itself with various kinds of signs and can appear in many forms, I’ve found the following to be most common signs:
Common symptoms of anxiety might include:
Resistance to therapy is usually due to fear of being vulnerable to a stranger. As a therapist, it’s my duty to build trust with my clients and ease them into the therapeutic process, so I adjust my approach and techniques to better align with their needs and preferences. But if the resistance persists, I may need to refer the client to a different therapist or the type of therapy that may better fit them.
Therapy is for everyone, and seeking help can be beneficial for anyone who is struggling with emotional or mental distress. ✅
Seeking help from a mental health professional is actually a brave step. It’s a sign of strength to admit that you need help and are willing to take measures to improve your mental health. ✅
Many mental health/therapy services—like MyTherapist.ng—offer affordable rates and low-cost options for those who need them. ✅
Therapy is confidential, and there’s nothing shameful about taking care of your mental health. ✅
Anyone can benefit from therapy, whether you have a “serious” issue or not. You can go to therapy to work through various life challenges, like relationship issues, stress, grief, anxiety, and depression. You can also go to therapy just to have someone to talk to about whatever’s on your mind, or to gain objective insights on a question you have—anything, really. ✅
If I weren’t a therapist, I would be a medical doctor or mental health nurse.
Want to book a therapy session with Vanessa Nnadi or any of our top therapists? Download the Mytherapist.ng app to get started today.
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