Meet the counsellor
Folashade Akintomide, MSW, RSW
Registered Social Worker offering compassionate, client-centred counselling for individuals, families, and youth across Ontario.
Folashade Akintomide
MSW, Registered Social Worker
Credentials
- Master of Social Work (MSW)
- Registered Social Worker (RSW)
- 5+ years of clinical experience
Approach
Client-centred, strengths-based, and culturally sensitive — grounded in empathy, respect, and authenticity, and informed by evidence-based practice.
About Folashade
A trusted partner in healing, growth, and positive change.
As a Registered Social Worker with a Master's degree in Social Work and over five years of clinical experience, I am passionate about supporting individuals, families, and youth as they navigate life's challenges and move toward healing, growth, and lasting change.
A safe and compassionate space
I believe every person has the capacity for resilience. My role is to provide a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where clients feel heard, valued, and understood — and where the work of healing can genuinely begin.
A collaborative, client-centred approach
Each person's experiences, strengths, and goals are unique. Together, we explore what's getting in the way, build on the strengths you already carry, and develop practical tools and coping strategies that support emotional well-being, healthier relationships, and greater confidence in managing life's ups and downs.
A genuine therapeutic relationship
Reaching out for support can be one of the most difficult steps. I work to build a trusting relationship grounded in empathy, respect, and authenticity — whether you are experiencing anxiety, stress, trauma, life transitions, family or relationship concerns, or simply feeling overwhelmed.
My commitment to you
My goal is to empower you to better understand yourself, overcome obstacles, and create meaningful, lasting change — so you can live a more balanced, fulfilling, and purposeful life.
Areas of focus
Where I can support you
- Anxiety, stress, and overwhelm
- Trauma and difficult life experiences
- Depression and life transitions
- Youth and family mental health
- Couples and relationship concerns
- Burnout and workplace stress
- Grief, loss, and reproductive wellness
- Motivational coaching and goal-setting