Meet Alexandra

Alexandra Okeke, MS, LPC is the founder and lead clinician at Ankara Holistic Counseling & Wellness (AHCW). Her deep passion for multicultural counseling came from growing up in a family with African, Hispanic, and Caribbean roots. Ankara Holistic pays homage to her Nigerian heritage and love of finding strength, beauty, and resilience in her cultural ancestry. She carries a strong commitment to serving diverse populations, offering trauma-informed therapy that not only heals individuals but also uplifts the communities they call home. Alex created AHCW as a beacon of hope for people of color as well as underserved communities to make a lasting impact on society's collective well-being.

 As a License Professional Counselor and Certified Yoga Instructor, Alex's therapeutic approach is multifaceted, drawing from trauma-informed care, yoga and mindfulness practices, EMDR, and CBT. Her inclusive methodology fosters healing and resilience, acknowledging the complex intersections of identity and experience. Outside of her professional endeavors, Alex finds joy in dancing, yoga, nature, traveling, and cherishing moments with her beloved family and sassy cockapoo.