Miss Bara Wiwa

Psychologist

Verified

“An experienced, competent, and caring psychotherapist, predominantly working with adults, children, and parents.”

About Me

As an experienced, caring psychotherapist, I support adults, children, and parents. I create a safe, understanding space for you to explore challenges and find clarity. My competent approach tailors sessions to your unique needs. This ensures a good match for individuals, children, and families seeking connection. We work together to navigate difficult emotions, fostering well-being and building stronger relationships within your family.

Approach

Competence and care shape how I work: sessions are steady, practical and attentive to your rhythm. Whether we meet in Lagos or online in English, I create a predictable structure with space for surprise, combining attentive listening with grounding exercises and brief between-session reflections. Together we translate difficult experiences—trauma, addictive patterns, loss, anger or overwhelming anxiety—into realistic steps, safety plans and paced skill-building. People who benefit tend to want compassionate, hands-on support that strengthens everyday coping and relationships.

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Basic Information

Lagos, Nigeria

In-person & Online

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Services

Services Offered:

Conflict Management
Structured approaches to resolving disputes and improving communication between people in conflict, whether in relationships, families, or workplaces.
Corporate Workshops
Mental health and well-being workshops delivered in workplace settings, covering topics like stress management, resilience, and communication.
Group Therapy
Therapy conducted with a small group of people who share similar concerns, using peer interaction and diverse perspectives as part of the healing process.
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Mediation
A structured process in which a neutral third party helps people in conflict reach a mutually acceptable agreement.
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Mindfulness
The practice of paying deliberate attention to the present moment without judgement, used to reduce stress and increase awareness of automatic reactions.
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Psychoeducation
Structured information provided about a mental health condition (what it is, why it occurs, and what strategies can help) as part of the therapeutic process.
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CBT
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, a structured, evidence-based approach that identifies and changes unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours.
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Family Therapy
A form of therapy that works with family members together to improve communication, resolve conflict, and strengthen relationships within the family system.
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Relationship Counseling
Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.
Personal Development
The ongoing process of self-awareness, self-improvement, and reaching one's potential, pursued not because something is wrong but to live more fully.

Works With:

All ages
Couples
Families
Organisations
Parents

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

Abuse
Emotional, physical, or sexual mistreatment by another person that causes lasting psychological harm and disrupts a person's sense of safety.
Addiction
A compulsive dependence on a substance or behaviour, such as alcohol, drugs, or gambling, that causes harmful consequences to health, relationships, or daily life.
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Anger
An intense emotional response to perceived threat, injustice, or frustration that, when persistent or uncontrolled, can damage relationships and well-being.
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Anxiety
Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.
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Behaviour or Conduct Issues
Persistent patterns of defiant, aggressive, or rule-breaking behaviour in children or adolescents that significantly disrupt home, school, or social life.
Grief & Loss
The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss.
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Mood Disorder
A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.
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Suicidal Thoughts
Thoughts about ending one's own life, ranging from passive wishes to active plans. This is a sign of severe emotional distress that requires professional support.
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Trauma
The lasting psychological impact of deeply distressing events, such as violence, abuse, accidents, or disasters, that overwhelm a person's ability to cope.
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