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Dr. Uchenna Nnaji

Licensed Psychologist | Psy.D, PSY 30746

Client Focus

Adults

High mental health needs

Children

EMDR

Trauma Survivors

High Risk Individuals

Specialties

Trauma Recovery

Suicide Prevention & Intervention

Personality Disorders

Vocational Stress

Addiction Concerns

Intimacy & Sexual Issues

Grief & Loss

Treatment Methods

Psychodynamic Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)

Trauma-focused CBT

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

 Imagery and Visualization Techniques

  • Dr. Nnaji's specialized training in TFCBT, EMDR, and Pathways programs equips him with advanced skills for treating complex trauma, including childhood abuse, sexual trauma, and working with both victims and perpetrators of sexual offenses.

  • His unwavering belief that every person has the right and ability to be happy serves as the foundation of his therapeutic approach, bringing hope and possibility to clients facing even the most challenging circumstances.

  • Dr. Nnaji's eclectic therapeutic style allows him to draw from multiple evidence-based approaches, creating highly individualized treatment plans that address both immediate symptoms and deeper psychological patterns.

"My goal is to help people discover themselves, approach issues adaptively and hopefully put a lasting smile on their face. My strong belief that every person has the right and ability to be happy is my dogma, and I hope clients gain deep insight of themselves and their dynamic social environment while acquiring skills to navigate stressors and challenges."

- Uchenna Nnaji

Dr. Uchenna Nnaji is a Licensed Psychologist who brings extensive expertise and unwavering optimism to his work with individuals who have experienced life's most challenging circumstances.

With specialized training in trauma recovery, suicide prevention, personality disorders, and grief counseling, he has dedicated his career to helping both children and adults who have been exposed to traumatic experiences. Dr. Nnaji's approach is founded on his profound belief that every person has the right and ability to be happy—a philosophy that guides his therapeutic work and infuses hope into even the most difficult situations.

His therapeutic approach utilizes an eclectic blend of evidence-based modalities, including Psychodynamic therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and innovative imagery and visualization techniques. This comprehensive toolkit allows him to tailor treatment to each client's unique needs and circumstances. Dr. Nnaji's methodology focuses on helping clients develop deep insight into themselves and their social environment while acquiring practical skills to navigate stressors and challenges with greater resilience and adaptability.

With a Doctorate in Psychology (Psy.D.), Dr. Nnaji brings robust clinical training combined with specialized certifications in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Pathways training for working with sexual offenders. This diverse training background equips him to address complex trauma presentations, high-risk situations, and specialized populations that require particular expertise and sensitivity. His extensive experience spans across age groups and trauma types, from childhood abuse survivors to adults dealing with complex grief and personality challenges.

Outside the therapy room, Dr. Nnaji finds joy and energy through dancing to techno music, an activity that reflects his vibrant spirit and belief in the healing power of movement, rhythm, and celebration. This personal passion for dance mirrors his therapeutic philosophy—that healing can be dynamic, energizing, and ultimately lead to authentic expressions of joy and freedom.