Constance Akonumbo

Constance Akonumbo is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Oklahoma with seven years of experience. She came to counseling after careers in teaching and nursing, and she brings those practical skills into her work. Constance describes her style as warm and interactive and sees therapy as a partnership built on trust and honest communication.

She focuses on everyday problems like stress, anxiety, depression, sleep difficulties, low self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Eating and food-related issues are listed among her areas of focus, alongside ADHD, addictions, grief, and relationship or family concerns. She also addresses topics such as body image, guilt and shame, isolation, and impulsivity.

Constance uses approaches drawn from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Client-Centered Therapy, and Existential Therapy. Sessions include practical skills work, open conversation, and coaching to help clients apply changes outside of sessions. She often emphasizes making a conscious decision to change and building on a person's existing strengths.

Her background in education and nursing informs a straightforward, compassionate approach. She invites clients to treat therapy as a collaborative effort, where both people work toward clear goals. Constance also references a spiritual perspective as one part of how she frames hope and healing.

People who prefer a direct, caring therapist who mixes conversational support with skill-based strategies may find her approach helpful. Those interested in starting can use the site's matching process to find out more and schedule a first session.

How her approaches translate to online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then choose actions that match their values; it is often useful for anxiety, stress, and making life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and trying new behaviors, which can help with depression, sleep problems, and low self-esteem. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship where the therapist listens closely and follows the client's lead to support growth.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals, preferences, and which methods feel most comfortable. That collaboration helps shape sessions and any practical homework or coaching between appointments.

Session logistics should be confirmed before booking since specific formats are not listed in the biography. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and let people meet with a licensed professional from wherever they are. It can also allow for shorter check-ins when schedules require a quick touchpoint or for longer sessions when more processing is needed. Confirm available formats and scheduling details when you set up an initial appointment.