Chinyere Tunsill , LCPC, LMHC

Chinyere Tunsill approaches therapy with the belief that many answers already live within each person, and that a therapist's role is to help uncover those strengths through thoughtful questioning, education, and practical strategies. She creates a warm, compassionate environment where clients can explore concerns, practice proven techniques, and build skills for lasting change. Chinyere emphasizes that progress depends on both client effort and a strong therapeutic relationship, and she aims to be a steady supporter and champion of positive change.

She holds an Educational Specialist degree in Mental Health Counseling from Florida Atlantic University and a Master of Arts from Roosevelt University. She is licensed to practice and carries the credentials LCPC and LMHC - LCPC stands for Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and LMHC stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Her clinical work spans youth, families, and adults, and she brings 11 years of experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem concerns, depression, addictions, parenting challenges, anger, bipolar disorder, and life transitions.

Chinyere commonly draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and also integrates Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Motivational Interviewing as needed, tailoring interventions to each person’s goals. She addresses a wide range of related issues including abandonment, body image, communication difficulties, domestic violence, substance use, guilt and shame, impulsivity, mood disorders, post-traumatic stress, self-harm, and self-love. In addition to talking therapy, she supports lifestyle factors such as exercise, nutrition, and sleep hygiene as important complements to clinical work. Based in Florida, Chinyere offers an empathetic, collaborative approach to help clients move through change even when it feels difficult or uncomfortable.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Chinyere Tunsill uses evidence-informed methods to guide online therapy, most often drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and integrating Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Motivational Interviewing when helpful. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning - it is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes skill-building in emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially helpful for intense emotions, mood instability, and relationship challenges. Motivational Interviewing supports clients who are ambivalent about change by exploring personal values and strengthening motivation to take concrete steps forward.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Chinyere works with clients to assess needs, goals, and preferences and tailors the therapeutic plan over time, adjusting techniques to suit each person’s pace and priorities. This partnership helps ensure interventions feel relevant and achievable.

Online therapy offers flexible options that fit varied schedules and circumstances. Clients can meet by video calls, connect by phone, or use live chat and text-based messaging to maintain continuity between sessions. These formats make it easier to access licensed professionals from different locations and to integrate therapy into daily life with fewer logistical barriers.