Abigail O. Akpobiyeri

 

“You don’t have to do this alone — and you don’t have to keep pushing through like nothing’s wrong.”

-Abigail

Abigail’s Specialties:

Fun Fact: I'm contracted by the NFL to conduct sport-specific cognitive assessments during each draft season.

  • Anxiety and Depression: Anxiety and depression can have debilitating effects on your daily life and overall well-being. With a compassionate and client-centered approach, I provide a safe space for you to explore your thoughts, emotions, and concerns. Together, we'll uncover underlying causes, develop effective coping strategies, and work towards reclaiming joy and fulfillment. Whether it's managing anxious thoughts or finding ways to alleviate the weight of depression, I am here to support you every step of the way.

  • Sports and Performance Psychology: My passion lies in helping athletes, performers, and individuals from all walks of life reach their full potential. I understand the unique mental and emotional demands that come with high-performance environments. Whether you're struggling with performance anxiety, motivation, focus, or need strategies to enhance your mental game, I am here to support you. Through individualized techniques and evidence-based approaches, we will work together to overcome obstacles, cultivate mindset aligned with your goals, and unlock your capabilities. Together, we'll craft a roadmap that empowers you to thrive in your work and life.

  • Chronic Pain and Sickle Cell Disease: I provide support and guidance to individuals who are navigating the challenges of living with persistent pain, particularly those with sickle cell disease. I understand the unique physical and emotional toll that chronic pain can take on one's life. With a compassionate and holistic approach, I offer a safe space to explore your pain experience, develop effective coping strategies, and improve your overall well-being. Together, we will work to manage pain, reduce its impact on your daily life, and empower you to lead your full life.

I believe in unlocking your full potential—in your field and in your life more broadly.

Taking the step to prioritize your mental health is powerful — and I’m so glad you’re here. Whether you're navigating the weight of anxiety or depression, processing grief, facing major life or career transitions, or seeking to improve your performance in sports or other high-stakes settings, you deserve support that truly understands you.

As a first-generation Nigerian-American therapist, I know firsthand how complex it can be to balance cultural expectations, personal goals, and mental well-being. My background in Sport and Performance Psychology (Master’s degree from the University of Denver) and my ongoing doctoral training (Psy.D. at Mercer University) uniquely position me to help you tap into your strength, clarity, and resilience — even when it feels out of reach.

Our work together will be tailored to you — not a one-size-fits-all approach. Whether you’re struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, chronic pain, career changes, performance blocks, or self-confidence, I’ll meet you with warmth, understanding, and actionable strategies to help you move forward. I’m especially passionate about empowering women to reclaim their confidence and navigate life’s complexities with clarity and self-compassion.

You don’t have to have it all figured out to start therapy. You just have to take the first step — and I’ll be here to walk alongside you. Let’s get you to a place where you feel more grounded, clear, and in control of your life.

Ready to get started? Book a session today — you deserve to feel better.

-Abigail

Details & background:

  • Pronouns: she/her/hers

  • I work with adults of all gender identities, sexual identities, and cultural identities who are 18 years old and older.

  • I am in-network with Aetna, Cigna, and United Healthcare Student Resources and can also see out-of-network, self-pay clients, and can provide a superbill for reimbursement or application towards a deductible.

  • For hours and availability view our client-scheduling portal.

  • Direction and Supervision Under: Dr. Janelle S. Peifer, LCP (License Number: PSY004269)