About Me
Mentor, Counsellor & Life Coach
Hello! I’m Issy
Your therapist, coach, mentor, and most importantly, your friend
I have a wide range of experience counselling and mentoring people of all ages. I have over 15 years’ experience working with adults and children. My experience spans working hand in hand with people experiencing emotional, financial, social, mental, and various kinds of issues to see them overcome their struggles and live a more promising and fulfilled life.
I understand that life can be full of unexpected twist and turns. Those moments can be hard to navigate and Issy is that ear that is ready to listen and offer bespoke support as I understand a one size fits all approach would not work for everyone.
Our value is in line with our organisation slogan which is #Salt of the earth.
I offer an environment which aims to:
S – Safe; A place where you can share your vulnerabilities without any judgement.
A – Achieve; Together, we will set achievable and realistic goals/ plans to support you at whatever stage you are in your journey to becoming a better you.
L – Love; I want you to love yourself! You have so much to offer. Once you can believe you are special, you see life from a positive perspective which is what you need to make the most of each day.
T – Thrive; Once you are able to tick the first three boxes, what is holding you back from thriving and living a content and fulfilled life. Just as salt adds flavour, you have something good to offer.
My Approach & Values
My counselling approach takes on a CBT, which is a style of ‘Talking Therapy’ method. CBT (Cognitive Behaviour Therapy) encourages coping skills by exploring emotions and attitudes that affects a person’s feelings which ultimately leads to how we act and react.
Using CBT, I will listen to you, allow you time to cry, think, even cry..anything to let out the emotions is allowed. Without any form of judgement, together, we will explore ways find solutions to issues affecting your wellbeing.
My counselling session is designed to improve the way you feel about yourself, support your overall wellbeing and mental health.
I have Certifications in:
- Mental Health First Aid
- Mental Health Advocacy in the Work Place
- Understanding children & young people’s mental health
- Coaching & Mentoring
My Education
- MA, Education & Int’l Development
- B.Sc, Banking & Finance
- Advanced Diploma in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
- Diploma in Public Speaking for Coaches
I Work With Individuals, Groups & Corporates
Individual Sessions
After the initial free consultation, we book dates and time convenient for you. A minimum of 3 sessions ( 3 different dates) is advised. **For children and teens, parents can decide on the individual or group session but parent’s permission is required for children under 16
Group Sessions
Group of 2 or more people. This can be a couple, family members or friends. There has to be an agreement of all parties willing to engage in the process before the initial free consultation. Depending on numbers and situation on ground, a spokesperson may be required.
Corporate Sessions
Bookings for speaking engagements will have to be made 4-6 months in advance due to travel and logistics.
For virtual events, at least 1 months’ notice is required to enable us tailor our slides and conversation to your organisations needs.
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‘I had Issy as my mentor/coach and my experience was truly transformational. Issey is a deeply insightful and life changing woman. Issey helped me change my entire mindset and belief system in line with the life and career/success I wanted. I highly recommend her’ Amaninder. England, United Kingdom.
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‘I came across Isioma when I was in transition going through a rough patch and needed someone to help and listen. Isi encouraged me to lead with my gifts and constantly followed up with me gave me feedback, corrected with love. She has been phenomenal from the first meet, always attentive and never judgmental. Looking back on it now, I do not know how I would have got to where I am now, leading others and raising leaders without the foundational support from Isioma. I highly recommend Isioma to anyone in a similar position’ Nancy. Lagos, Nigeria.
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Issy is affable and very insightful. Issy is the most comfortable person to pour your heart out to. In July 2014, during one of our discussions, she casually invited me to join a particular service group. I grudgingly did, and the group ended up transforming me. It gave me room to grow and connect with great minds. It’s 2023, and I’m still a member the group. She also makes the most difficult tasks and situations look surmountable. I have no hesitation recommending her’ Anita. Lagos, Nigeria
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‘Isioma was a volunteer leader in our church. She led a team of over 40 people and her responsibilities included providing pastoral care to her unit members. Issy successfully led the team for a number of years, caring for and nurturing other members to become leaders. She created and maintained an atmosphere of harmony, order and camaraderie. Years after her departure, we still remember Issy for the nurturer and leader that she was’ Tjay, England
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‘Issy has been a big sister and friend since we met in church years ago. Over the years she continues to be available to guide me as I navigate life in different areas; marital journey, career and, motherhood. Issy is also a great leader, looking back at our days in Elevation church in hospitality unit. She has this natural ability to draw people in and get everyone to work together regardless of their differences. In summary Issy is one of the most reliable people in my life I can always count on!’ Jenny, Nigeria.
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“Isi is a fantastic person!. We worked together in a Pre-school and I admired how she was able to relate with everyone at their level and made them feel special. Isi worked well with parents, nannies/carers, the amazing babies and pre-schoolers under our care, and all other staff. Isi is passionate about anything under her care and that reflected positively in her job. Isi’s passion and commitment makes her the ideal coach/ mental health awareness advocate’ Odi, Canada”
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