- Focus on relationships
- Practical coping skills
- Values-led work
About Afusat
Dr. Afusat Apata helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, parenting challenges and low self-esteem. She also works with concerns such as codependency, communication problems, addiction, chronic illness and body image. Dr. Apata speaks English and Yoruba and practises in the United Kingdom. She is registered with the HCPC and brings ten years of clinical experience to her work.
Her style is warm and respectful. Sessions focus on what matters most to the person in front of her. Conversations are tailored to real-life goals, not one-size-fits-all techniques. She aims to make sessions practical and manageable for busy lives.
Dr. Apata draws on several approaches to help people notice what gets in the way and try different ways of coping. She uses acceptance and commitment ideas to clarify values and small actions. Cognitive-behavioural techniques help with unhelpful thinking and day-to-day routines.
Attachment-informed thinking guides work on relationship patterns and trust issues. Elements of dialectical behaviour therapy can support emotion regulation and distress tolerance when feelings feel overwhelming. The therapeutic stance remains client-centred, with the person’s priorities shaping each step.
People who choose to work with her can expect a collaborative, practical process. She offers encouragement and clear steps between sessions. Her aim is to help people build skills that fit into their everyday life and support longer-term change.
How these approaches translate to online therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and take small, meaningful steps in that direction. It can be useful for anxiety, low mood and relationship goals by focusing on values and manageable actions.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) breaks down unhelpful thinking and routines into concrete parts to work on. It often involves simple exercises between sessions to change thoughts and behaviours that maintain stress or low mood.
Attachment-Based Therapy looks at patterns of relating and trust that shape current relationships. This can help people understand repetition in relationships and practise different, healthier responses.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and help choose methods that fit a person’s needs, goals and preferences. That choice is made together and can change as work progresses.
For practicalities, confirm the current session formats before booking. Many people find online work easier to fit into their day, such as shorter check-ins around work breaks or sessions that avoid travel. Online sessions can make it simpler to maintain momentum between meetings and to use materials or exercises in real time. Registered or accredited professionals, including therapists, often shape sessions to suit each person’s routine and pace.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
10+ years
Credentials
Listed on profile
Languages
English, Yoruba
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She supports people experiencing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, relationship difficulties and parenting strain. Additional focus areas include codependency, communication problems, addiction and chronic illness.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her approach is warm, respectful and client-centred. She works collaboratively and focuses on practical steps that link to a person’s everyday life.
What is her background and experience?
She has ten years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and relationship difficulties. Her work balances short-term coping skills with exploration of deeper patterns.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is registered with the HCPC and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Yoruba.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are accepted; please consider time differences when scheduling.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with her?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to therapist availability.
Profile details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. Credential and registration rules differ between the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia.