Kehinde Ekpudu

Kehinde Ekpudu, MSW, RCSWshe/her

Clinical Social Worker

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Also available by telehealth: Alberta

Life is messy, but you have the strength to overcome it. I'll help you build the tools to move forward.

About

Life is messy, complicated, and we do not always have the answers to 'fix' problems or issues. What we do have is the ability to overcome, survive, process, and become better individuals, partners, and family members. It is through that process that we develop the skills, values, and strength to go on with life. Our stories, past, present, and future, are all relevant to who we are and who we want to become.

I support you in attaining these tools and skills through active listening, a non-judgmental stance, and respectful dialogue. My goal is to address your unique needs through varying therapeutic approaches depending on the context of your situation. I draw on solution-focused, strength-based, sex-positive, and trauma-focused frameworks, and I incorporate Hip Hop therapy techniques within EMDR. I use EMDR to help process trauma, sex therapy to explore intimacy and identity, and talk therapy to reframe harmful narratives.

Safety and respect are my priority as we work together to invite change and develop helpful strategies. My passion is supporting individuals who identify as members of BIPOC and minority communities, and I am deeply committed to Black mental health and wellness. Sessions are client-centered, culturally grounded, and supportive. You will build presence, emotional tolerance, and self-understanding at a pace that honors your lived experience.

I am available most work weekdays and Sundays, and I offer all sessions virtually. If you want someone to work with you to facilitate change or personal transformation, feel free to connect for a free 15-minute consultation.

Specialties

  • Trauma & PTSD
  • Race & cultural identity
  • LGBTQ+ identity
  • Life transitions
  • Relationship issues

Approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
  • EMDR
  • Narrative therapy
  • Solution-focused

Works with

  • Adults
  • Adolescents (13-17)
  • Older adults
  • Couples
  • LGBTQ+

Sessions

Video

Languages

  • English

Logistics

Fees

CA$180per session

Individual sessions $180; Couple sessions $225. Sliding scale available. Direct billing with Alberta Blue Cross; reimbursement support for other insurers.

Insurance

Accepts: Alberta Blue Cross, Arete, Beneva | SSQ, Canada Life | Great-West Life, Desjardins Insurance, Empire Life, Equitable Life of Canada, First Nations Health Authority, Green Shield Canada, Homewood Health, Lumino Health, Medavie Blue Cross, Sun Life, Telus eClaims

We have direct billing with a network of health insurances specifically AB Blue Cross and we can support with reimbursement. Please reach out with any questions, we're happy to work with you to keep therapy affordable.

Licensed or authorized in

  • Alberta

Credentials

  • MSW, University of Calgary, 2019