About Us

Our
Story

Meet Winifred Okafor: Your Partner in Healing, Growth & Purpose

Founder | Licensed Addiction & Mental Health Counselor

LCDC | QMHP | NCC | CCS | ICADC | SAP

You Don’t Have to Navigate This Alone

If you’re feeling weighed down by trauma, addiction, burnout, or the exhaustion of simply holding it all together—take a deep breath. You’re not alone, and healing is closer than you think.

At Zoe Counseling Services, our mission is simple: to help you reclaim peace, clarity, and purpose—one session at a time. Whether you’re facing anxiety, depression, substance use, grief, or major life transitions, you’ll find compassionate, evidence-based support tailored to your unique story.

Why Clients Trust Zoe Counseling Services

I’m Winifred Okafor, a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC), Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC), and Internationally Certified Advanced Alcohol & Drug Counselor (ICADC). With decades of hands-on experience, I provide trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, and faith-based care for real people with real struggles—just like you.

Through flexible virtual counseling available across Texas and nationwide, I make quality mental health care accessible, confidential, and convenient.

Who I Help

✔️ Adults & Teens Struggling with Anxiety, Depression, or Trauma
✔️ High-Achievers Battling Burnout or Imposter Syndrome
✔️ Individuals & Families Facing Addiction or Recovery Challenges
✔️ Professionals in Transition or Crisis
✔️ Christians Seeking Faith-Based Counseling & Coaching

What Makes Zoe Different?

🧠 Clinical Expertise + Genuine Empathy
Each session is grounded in clinical excellence and human understanding—a safe, judgment-free space for your healing and growth.

🙏 Faith-Based, Spirit-Led Counseling
You don’t have to choose between therapy and faith. Here, both your spiritual and emotional well-being are honored as integral parts of your healing journey.

🌍 Culturally Competent & Inclusive
Your background, beliefs, and identity matter. I approach every client with cultural humility, ensuring you feel seen, understood, and valued.

Credentials That Build Confidence

Education

M.A., Clinical Mental Health Counseling (Trauma & Crisis Focus) – Amberton University, 2025
Graduate Degree, Christian Counseling & Coaching – Christ Restoration University, 2022
B.A., Psychology (Child & Abnormal Psychology Emphasis) – West Virginia University, 2003

Licensure & Certifications

Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC)
Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP)
National Certified Counselor (NCC)
Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS)
Internationally Certified Advanced Alcohol & Drug Counselor (ICADC)
DOT Qualified Substance Abuse Professional (SAP)

Professional Memberships

American Counseling Association (ACA)
Texas Counseling Association (TCA)

Areas of Specialization

Trauma-Informed & Evidence-Based Counseling
Addiction Recovery & Relapse Prevention
Court-Ordered Evaluations & Treatment
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Services
DOT/SAP Return-to-Duty (RTD) Assessments, Treatment & Education Services
Immigration Psychological Evaluations
Faith-Based & Culturally Sensitive Therapy
Clinical Supervision & Professional Development

Every client’s story is treated with dignity, compassion, and cultural awareness—because healing should always honor the whole person.

My Story. My Calling. My Passion.

Over the years, I’ve been privileged to serve diverse communities—supporting at-risk youth, families, and professionals in both clinical and private practice settings. From moments of deep pain to powerful breakthroughs, my calling has remained constant:
to help you heal, grow, and step into the life you were created for.