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Ezekiel Oduola

Ezekiel Oduola, LCSW

Therapist in Texas · 30+ years of experience

Straightforward support for stress and anxiety

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  • Client-centered care
  • Practical strategies
  • 30 years experience

About Ezekiel

Ezekiel Oduola is a licensed clinical social worker in Texas who helps people manage stress and anxiety. He also addresses depression, grief, and relationship and family concerns. He speaks English and draws on three decades of practice to guide conversations about what matters most to each person.

Ezekiel aims to create a straightforward, nonjudgmental space where clients can talk through feelings and problems. He works together with people to set practical goals and take steps toward them. Sessions focus on what is getting in the way now and what can be changed moving forward.

His work brings together several approaches, including cognitive behavioral ideas to spot unhelpful thinking, acceptance and commitment strategies to clarify values, and client-centered listening to prioritize the person in the room. He also draws on emotion-focused and dialectical methods when intense feelings or relationship patterns are central to the issue.

People come to him for help with life transitions, workplace stress, social anxiety, family of origin issues, loneliness, fatherhood concerns, and aging or geriatric matters. He also supports those coping with guilt, shame, forgiveness, and questions about life purpose.

Beginning therapy can feel daunting, and Ezekiel encourages small steps. He invites prospective clients to complete the matching questionnaire and schedule a session so they can see whether his style fits their needs.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefDepression

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesCommunication problemsFamily of origin issuesFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersMulticultural concernsSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapySolution-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

30+ years

Credentials

Texas

Languages

English

How therapeutic approaches shape online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and then choose actions that match their values. It can be useful for long-term worries, life transitions, and struggles with motivation. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying patterns of thinking and behavior that keep problems going and testing new ways of responding. That approach often helps with anxiety, mood concerns, and workplace stress. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathetic listening and respect for each person's goals, giving space for people to lead the conversation and decide what matters most.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to pick methods that fit their needs, goals, and preferences rather than imposing a single model. Over early sessions they will adjust the plan based on what helps most.

Please confirm the current session options before booking, as formats are not specified here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Many people find remote sessions helpful for maintaining continuity during life changes, and the clinician will work with clients to set up a routine that suits their everyday life.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?

He works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and family issues, and help with life changes.

What is his general therapeutic style?

He practices in a collaborative, nonjudgmental way, focusing on clear goals and practical steps the client can try between sessions.

How long has he been practicing?

He has 30 years of professional experience working with a variety of emotional and relational concerns.

What are his credentials and where does he work?

He holds the LCSW credential and is licensed in Texas.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the United States work with him?

He does not accept international clients at this time.

How does payment and cost work?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin a therapy relationship?

Use the Start Therapy button, fill out a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.

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