Inside D'Arena

Welcome to another compelling episode of "Inside D'Arena Podcast"! In this episode, we are honored to host Funmto Ogunbanwo, M.S, NCC, a renowned Clinical Mental Health Therapist and the founder of Ibi Ayo Therapy and Wellness Limited. Funmto brings a wealth of experience and a holistic approach to mental health, guiding individuals through life transitions, addressing self-esteem is...

Jimmy Westerheim is an extraordinary individual whose life experiences have taken him on a journey from the private sector to humanitarian work, from thriving in competitive sports to becoming a mental health advocate and CEO of The Human Aspect Foundation. Join us as we explore Jimmy's remarkable journey, the compelling vision driving The Human Aspect Foundation, and the profound influence of...

Join us for a captivating and light-hearted conversation with the multi-talented Oluwaseyi Mercy Omisakin—a content creator and podcaster. From her childhood adventures in Northern Nigeria to her unwavering pursuit of becoming a medical doctor, her journey is nothing short of inspiring. Discover the unique blend of resilience, passion, and humor that defines Oluwaseyi's approach to life. As we...

Adetunji Adeoye is a seasoned divorce lawyer renowned for his expertise in handling complex and high-conflict divorce and separation cases, boasting a stellar track record of effective negotiation and litigation to secure the best outcomes for his clients. In this episode, we dive into the intricate world of marriage, relationships, and the complexities of divorce. From common reasons behind marri...

Maryam Hassan Baba is a dedicated professional guidance counselor renowned for her expertise in strengthening marital relationships. With a profound understanding of therapies such as Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Rogerian Therapy, and Relapse Prevention, Maryam has devoted her career to assisting couples in establishing enduring and healthy marriages. She is als...

Join us in this episode as we journey into the heart of Amaudo Itumbauzo Integrated Community Mental Health Foundation, a beacon of hope founded in 1989 by the visionary Sister Rosalind Colwill in Abia, Nigeria. Discover the incredible story of Amaudo's unwavering commitment to providing mental health rehabilitation for the homeless and accessible community mental health care throughout Southe...

In this episode, we will delve into the complex emotional landscape of grief that accompanies the loss of physical health or abilities, a topic that profoundly impacts countless individuals in Nigeria, yet remains often overlooked or misunderstood. Titled "Embracing Resilience: Navigating Life Beyond the Loss of Physical Health or Abilities," this insightful episode brings together excep...

In this episode titled 'A Roadmap to Forever: Building a Strong Foundation for Marriage,' we are thrilled to welcome back the insightful Bunmi Oduah, an author, teacher, and speaker, who previously enlightened us on a previous episode titled 'Waiting Gracefully.' That empowering discussion was nothing short of amazing and highly informative, as she shared invaluable insights on max...

In this episode, we are honored to host Chime Asonye, the visionary founder of Nigerian Mental Health, an organization committed to transforming mental health care in Nigeria. Join us as we dive deep into Chime's journey, the establishment of Nigerian Mental Health, and the impactful work being done by the organization to improve mental health outcomes in the country. Chime Asonye's dedica...

In this episode, we delve into the profound emotional journey that follows the loss of a job and explore empowering strategies to heal, rebuild, and reenter the job market with renewed purpose. Our guest, Aanu Jide-Ojo, a renowned clinical psychologist and founder of UsTherapy, joins us to share her expertise and insights on navigating the emotional landscape after job loss. With compassion and un...

In this episode, we delve into the world of Postpartum Challenges and the transformative work of the "Postpartum Support Network Africa". Our special guest Onyedikachi Ekwerike, Ph. D. , the organization's founder, shares his personal journey and the inspiration behind the creation of this remarkable nonprofit organization. Join us as we uncover the primary goals and objectives of th...

In this episode, we delve into the connection between mental health and the criminal justice system. Our esteemed guest, Jenny Okolo, a seasoned occupational therapist working with the NSH and founder of SASA Mental Health, shares invaluable firsthand experiences from her work within prisons and hospitals. Through Jenny's unique insights, we gain a deep understanding of this complex intersecti...

Aanu Jide-Ojo, the founder of UsTherapy, is a clinical psychologist dedicated to making mental health support accessible through psychotherapy, policy, research, and education. Through her work, She merge intersectionality with client care to enable access for everyone, and create safe spaces for healing, openness, and vulnerability in healthy ways. "Surviving Heartbreak: Navigating Grief After a...

Nurain Takuma is a Youtuber, podcaster and content creator. He share innovative, actionable & science-based ideas that can be used in everyday life and help us live happier, healthier and more meaningful lives. His work revolves around the question, “How can we better our lives?” It focuses on topics ranging from self-improvement and mindset to healthy living, philosophy, productivity, and a l...

Ehimwenma Bello-Osagie is an entrepreneur, fitness consultant, and autism advocate. Ehimwenma is an autism advocate, podcaster, and creator of the animation for Autism Help Forums (WIP). However, more importantly, she’s a wife and a mom to 2 beautiful girls and an amazing boy on the autism spectrum. Her philosophy is that only when people can understand and relate will they become truly Autism Awa...

Dare Asobele is a Lawyer, Humanitarian, and Founder/Project Manager of Executives Helping Initiative and Anti-Suicide and Depression Squad. February 17th, 2023 marked the 10th anniversary of his amazing work in the humanitarian and mental health space, his Organizations have provided access to mental health services, supported humanitarian efforts in crisis zones, and so much more. on this episode...

Naja’atu Garba Ahmed is clinical psychologist who obtained her Bachelor’s in Psychology and Masters in clinical psychology in India. She has an array of experiences in the clinical field as she has worked with individuals with mental health issues / disorders from diverse backgrounds and age groups both in Nigeria & India, provided Psychological First Aid, conducted standardised assessments and pr...

Dr. Chukwudi Njoku is a geography and environmental Consultant, an environmentalist, and a conflict analyst. He uses his background and expertise to provide solutions to social, economic, and environmental problems. He has a Ph. D. in Population and Development Studies from the University of Calabar. He has also published his research findings widely on issues like climate change, conflicts, flood...

Abisoye Fadayiro is a Professional Baker, She’s the brain behind Etcetera òníkéèkì. She is also a widowed mom who was wrongfully accused of being responsible for the death of her husband and was not allowed to attend her husband's funeral.  She shares her story about struggling to find closure after the death of her husband and how it's been 15 years since he died and she still does not know where...

Bunmi Oduah is a relationship expert, teacher, and author of Waiting Gracefully. As a woman who waited many years to get married, she knows first-hand the highs and lows of being single.  That is why she helps high-achieving women who want to get married to wait gracefully and enjoy being single. Through her book and digital programs, she helps single women love themselves, enjoy their single days...

TEMI OLAJIDE is a Parenting Coach,  Certified Child Psychologist, Child Sleep/Potty Training Consultant and Nigeria’s first Child Sleep Consultant. She's the founder of Mummyclinicc, which hosts an online platform that provides strategies and result-driven solutions to the challenges of child rearing in the digital age. The organization help mothers to successfully combine the requirements of life...

Mrs. Modupe Ehirim is the founder of and the Lead Counsellor at The Right Fit Marriage Academy. Using the 5-step The Right Fit Marriage Process, Mrs. Modupe Ehirim guides married people to intentionally design and build healthy and long-lasting marriages. She is a Certified SYMBIS (Save Your Marriage Before It Starts) Facilitator. She is also a Certified Family Systems Engineering Practitioner. Sh...

Benjamin Hundeyin is a Nigerian police superintendent. He is the incumbent Public Relations Officer of the Lagos State Police Command.  He holds a BA (Hons) in the English Language from Lagos State University, an MSc in Legal Criminology & Security Psychology from the University of Ibadan, a Certificate in Civil-Military Coordination from the Martin Luther Agwai International Leadership and Peacek...

Lovelyn is a self-taught artist who is on the journey of exploring the positive limits of an ADHD life. She was diagnosed with inattentive ADHD in 2018, and she finally understood why she was constantly feeling inadequate and had a hard time completing tasks. On the other hand, the diagnosis made her have a better understanding of herself and now She works to create more awareness that living an e...

The "Therapy in Nigeria" Episode features Aanu, a writer, clinical psychologist, and the founder of UsTherapy, with a goal to make mental health support accessible through psychotherapy, policy, research, and education. Through her work, she merges intersectionality with client care to enable access for everyone, and create safe spaces for healing, openness, and vulnerability in healthy ways.