Today, we’d like to introduce you to Omolola Taiwo.
Hi Omolola, thanks for sharing your story with us. To start, maybe you can tell our readers some of your backstory.
My love for entertainment started at a very young age for me. From the walks through Hollywood auditioning to training with great moguls such as Usher Raymond, my aspirations to be an entertainer were so palpable.
Throughout my journey of independent artistry, I experienced challenges in life that led me to believe that I would need a stronger backbone to land in case all failed. Although my parents were corporate professionals, and my family held esteemed positions in the workforce, I always knew I wanted to create a unique lane to my life, talent, and skills. And so, while pursuing my career as a runway model, I attained my Masters in Clinical Mental Health counseling.
After evolving into a behavioral professional, I was eager to tie together the theoretical orientations with some of the issues that plagued the industry, i.e., social anxiety, body dysmorphia, and major depression. From there, my work comes so easily to me, showing up authentically as the beauty queen I am but with the brains to back it up. I can make a much larger impact on those I meet and the community I’m a part of.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not, what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
It has certainly been a bumpy road! A lot of struggles for me tie back to financial insecurity and believing that my ideas and passion were so left-field that no one would pay for my services.
Boy, I’m glad I busted that myth sooner than later! I’m now able to confidently show up to work, be reimbursed my worth, and feel valued on both fronts.
I appreciate you sharing that. What should we know about Omi Wellness & Counseling, PLLC.?
At OWC, we are a one-stop shop for all things mental wellness. I consider myself the plug to your mental wellness, meaning that I will advocate, empower, and support any being who is willing and ready to do this work together.
I specialize in integrative mental health and trauma-informed care, helping adults and couples overcome depression, anxiety, and unresolved trauma. We are a boutique practice with expertise in somatic healing and integrative work.
I am so proud of the team members who have joined this journey beside me and how they show up authentically for the practice.
We’d love to hear about any fond memories you have from growing up.
My favorite childhood memory is when school was let out, my cousins and I would plan a two-week trip to all the amusement parks in the southern California region.
I just remember having so much fun, feeling free, and making memories with my loved ones. To this day, we cherish those times and laugh back at how young, wild, and free we were!
Pricing:
- Individual counseling- $175
- Couples counseling- $200
- Wellness assessment- $150
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.omiwellnessandco.com/
- Instagram: www.instagram.com/lothecounselor
- Facebook: www.facebook.com/lothecounselor
