Anthonia Bisola Otunla, PGD, LPCC, CCTP
Trauma, traumatic stress, polyvagal theory and trauma-informed psychotherapy
Licensing and additional certifications: "Certified in Safe and Sound Protocol Certified in Rest and Restore Protocol"
Overview
Anthonia Bisola Otunla, PGD, LPCC, CCTP
Telehealth availability and applicable states/regions: Telehealth available
Practice Website: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VagxqSM9sBIIiN0ukT1g
Patient Email: [email protected]
Gender: All
Location
Addresses: Lagos, Nigeria
Biography
Anthonia Bisola Otunla is a distinguished award winning mental healthcare clinician, researcher and consultant specializing in traumatic stress with expertise in neurobiology, neuropsychology, traumatic stress and trauma-informed psychotherapy. She cares for individuals and communities navigating life’s challenges, particularly the emotional and psychological toll of trauma.
A Certified Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) and Rest and Restore Protocol (RRP) Practitioner, Anthonia creates safe spaces for individuals to share their stories, process emotions, and develop coping strategies. Her specialized knowledge in trauma and conflict resolution enables her to address complex emotional and psychological needs, offering pathways to healing and resilience.
Anthonia is a graduate of College of Medicine, University of Lagos, Nigeria. She holds Postgraduate degrees in public health and rehabilitation, a professional certification in Traumatic Stress Studies and an Advanced Diploma in Professional Counselling. A Mandela Washington Fellow and Trauma Research Foundation Scholar, she has trained internationally, studying at the University of Keele, UK, Duquesne University, USA and the Trauma Research Foundation, USA.
Anthonia is the Clinical Director of Thrive Metamorphosis Healthcare (Thriving Minds Spaceship) and a renowned Consultant in Trauma with over 18 years of experience in clinical practice, leadership and volunteering. She is a tutor for Advanced Professional Counselling at ADI College of Counselling and Psychotherapy, Lagos. She is passionate about treating acute and chronic post traumatic stress and psychosomatic symptoms arising from childhood trauma using evidence-based practice methods.
She is a member of the International Leadership Association and the Compassionate Warriors Cohort and a Nonviolent Communication Practitioner. Anthonia exemplifies analytical thinking, empathy and servant leadership and her mission is to bring healing and peace through connection, nervous system regulation, trauma healing and empathy.
Anthonia Bisola Otunla is the Pioneer and Lead for Catholic Mental Health Ministry, Nigeria, The Vice President of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Lagos Central Council and a Lagos State Employment Trust Fund Professional for Social impact. She is a beacon of hope and a catalyst for transformative change, inspiring individuals and communities to thrive beyond adversity.
