About Fatai
Dr. Fatai Popoola welcomes people who are dealing with addiction, trauma, low self-esteem, or the strain of major life changes. He is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with ten years of experience and a practical, respectful approach.
He aims to meet people where they are and build on their strengths. He keeps sessions focused and straightforward. Conversations start with what matters most to the person in front of him.
How Fatai works
Together they build short-term goals and steps that feel doable. Progress is measured by what actually changes in daily life. Dr.
Popoola draws on methods like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Motivational Interviewing to help people clarify values and find motivation. He also uses Trauma-Focused Therapy and Solution-Focused approaches when addressing past harm or urgent problems. These methods are adapted to each person’s situation.
His background includes work in both personal and public settings in Minnesota. Over the last decade he has supported people facing substance use and a range of mental health concerns. That experience shapes a practical style that emphasizes real-world coping skills.
Issues he commonly addresses include adoption and foster care concerns, immigration-related stress, multicultural challenges, obsessions and compulsions, process addictions such as gambling or problematic exercise, smoking and vaping cessation, self-harm, and young adult transitions. Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
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What Fatai works with
The areas below are the ones Fatai selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.
- Addictions
- Trauma and abuse
- Parenting issues
Also listed
Training and background
| Register | LICSW |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 10 |
| Languages | English |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | Minnesota |
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Online support options
How therapy approaches translate to online care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice what matters to them and take small, values-based steps despite difficult feelings. It is useful for addiction, low self-esteem, and coping with life transitions. Motivational Interviewing focuses on finding and strengthening a person’s own reasons for change, which can be powerful for substance use and behavior change work. Trauma-Focused Therapy addresses the impact of past harm with strategies to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning.Choosing the right approach is a shared process. The therapist will talk with the person about goals, past experiences, and what feels most helpful. Then he will suggest methods and adjust them as needed so the plan matches the client's needs and preferences.
Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit busy lives. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when visual cues matter. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and can be easier during a break. Live chat or text-based messaging works for brief check-ins, homework, or when typing feels more comfortable. These options make it easier to keep sessions consistent and adapt therapy to day-to-day schedules.
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