Constance Akonumbo, LPC

Constance Akonumbo is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with seven years of experience who brings a warm, interactive presence to her work. She pursued a nontraditional path into counseling, building on earlier roles in education and nursing, and draws on that varied background to support clients in pursuing long-term wellness. Constance expresses gratitude for the opportunity to do this work and acknowledges a spiritual perspective that has been personally meaningful to her.

Her counseling style centers on a collaborative alliance - she views therapy as a partnership grounded in mutual trust, respect, honesty, clear communication, and commitment to the work. Constance believes meaningful change often begins with a conscious decision to act, and she blends coaching with clinical techniques to help people identify and use their existing strengths. Her practical approach is informed by cognitive behavioral ideas, person-centered values, existential exploration, mindfulness, and other evidence-informed methods.

Constance emphasizes that seeking help takes courage and that clients already possess abilities to move forward; she offers guidance and support to harness those resources and reach life goals. As an LPC, she is trained to provide professional counseling services and welcomes the opportunity to be a supportive partner on each client’s journey.

Therapeutic Approaches Adapted for Online Care

Constance integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy into her online practice. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take committed steps toward them while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings - it can be useful for stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a warm, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship where the client’s own goals guide the work - it supports self-esteem, parenting concerns, and relationship issues. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and patterns and developing practical skills to change behavior - it is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and sleep difficulties.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Constance works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques over time based on progress and feedback so the plan remains client-centered and practical.

Online therapy with Constance offers flexible access through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, continue care across locations, and choose the communication style that feels most comfortable, while still working with licensed professionals and therapists who use evidence-informed approaches.