Dr. Agyenim Akuamoah-Boateng, LCMHC
Experienced LCMHC for trauma and addiction
- Integrated treatment approach
- Trauma and recovery focus
- Accepting international clients
About Dr. Agyenim Akuamoah-Boateng
Dr. Agyenim Akuamoah-Boateng is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) with 23 years of experience helping people address mental health and substance use concerns. He works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, relationship and family difficulties, sleep problems, anger, self-esteem, career challenges, bipolar disorder, and ADHD. He combines evidence-informed strategies such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, cognitive behavioral techniques, client-centered methods, and motivational enhancement to tailor care to each person’s needs.
He brings particular experience supporting individuals with co-occurring medical, mental health, and substance use conditions and offers recovery skills training for those pursuing abstinence from alcohol and drugs. His approach emphasizes integrated treatment, goal-setting, and practical coping skills to strengthen resilience and everyday functioning. Dr. Akuamoah-Boateng strives to help clients build self-efficacy, clarify values, and develop sustainable strategies for change.
He provides services in English and accepts clients in North Carolina as well as international clients. His practice is focused on collaborative work that honors each person’s goals and life context.
He brings particular experience supporting individuals with co-occurring medical, mental health, and substance use conditions and offers recovery skills training for those pursuing abstinence from alcohol and drugs. His approach emphasizes integrated treatment, goal-setting, and practical coping skills to strengthen resilience and everyday functioning. Dr. Akuamoah-Boateng strives to help clients build self-efficacy, clarify values, and develop sustainable strategies for change.
He provides services in English and accepts clients in North Carolina as well as international clients. His practice is focused on collaborative work that honors each person’s goals and life context.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Domestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSex addictionSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Gottman Method Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dr. Agyenim Akuamoah-Boateng have?
Dr. Agyenim Akuamoah-Boateng has 23 years of experience in mental health and substance use treatment.
Is Dr. Agyenim Akuamoah-Boateng a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the credential LCMHC (Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor). License details: NC LCMHC 3685.
In which languages does Dr. Agyenim Akuamoah-Boateng provide therapy?
He provides therapy in English.
Where is Dr. Agyenim Akuamoah-Boateng located?
He is located in North Carolina.
How can I work with Dr. Agyenim Akuamoah-Boateng as my therapist?
You can work with Dr. Agyenim Akuamoah-Boateng through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dr. Agyenim Akuamoah-Boateng work with international clients?
Yes, Dr. Agyenim Akuamoah-Boateng works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dr. Agyenim Akuamoah-Boateng cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches Adapted for Online Care
Dr. Agyenim Akuamoah-Boateng frequently uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients notice difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that reflect their values. ACT can be useful for anxiety, depression, trauma reactions, and issues where avoidance has become a barrier to living fully. Client-centered therapy is also central to his work, offering a compassionate, nonjudgmental stance that prioritizes the client’s experience and supports self-directed growth and insight.He incorporates cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) techniques to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and teach practical skills for managing symptoms and changing behaviors. CBT is often helpful for stress, anxiety, mood concerns, and many daily coping challenges. Choosing the right approach is treated as a collaborative process - Dr. Akuamoah-Boateng works with each person to assess needs, try strategies, and adjust methods based on progress and preferences.
Online therapy options including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging offer flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier for clients to access licensed professionals from home or while traveling, maintain continuity during life transitions, and receive timely support between sessions.
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