Dr Olayinka Atilola

Psychiatrist

“An experienced psychiatrist, psychotherapist, and neurodevelopmental clinician working with children, adolescent, and adults”

About Me

As an experienced psychiatrist, psychotherapist, and neurodevelopmental clinician, I offer support across the lifespan. I work with children, adolescents, and adults, understanding that mental health needs evolve through different stages. My approach integrates various therapeutic methods, providing a space to explore thoughts and feelings. I offer a collaborative space for those exploring their emotional well-being or neurodevelopmental profile. My aim is to foster stability and growth.

Approach

Helping clients navigate shifting needs, I structure therapy around practical steps, clear checkpoints and respectful pacing so progress feels tangible. Sessions in Lagos or online, in English or Yoruba, combine focused assessment with conversational reflection—short, targeted tasks between meetings reinforce learning and inform adjustments. For children and families this often means gentle routines and shared feedback; with adolescents and adults it looks like skill-building, symptom tracking and collaborative problem-solving. This way of working suits those who want steady, measurable change.

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Basic Information

Lagos, Nigeria

Services

Services Offered:

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Child Psych & Diagnostic Assessment
Formal assessment of a child's psychological, cognitive, or emotional functioning to identify conditions and guide appropriate support.
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Neuro & Psychological Assessment
A comprehensive evaluation of brain function, memory, attention, and thinking skills to help diagnose neurological or psychological conditions.
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Child / Adolescent Therapy
Therapy for children and teenagers using age-appropriate methods, such as play, art, or adapted talk therapy, to address emotional and behavioural difficulties.
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Counseling
A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.
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Psychiatry
A branch of medicine specialising in the diagnosis and treatment of mental health conditions, including the prescribing of medication.
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Therapy
Professional treatment for mental health concerns, providing a structured space for insight, emotional processing, and behavioural change.
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Works With:

•Adolescents
•Children
•Couples
•Families
•Individuals
•Organisations
•Under Fives

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

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Addiction
A compulsive dependence on a substance or behaviour, such as alcohol, drugs, or gambling, that causes harmful consequences to health, relationships, or daily life.
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Anxiety
Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.
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ADHD / Attention
A neurodevelopmental condition involving persistent difficulty with attention, impulsivity, and/or hyperactivity that interferes with daily functioning.
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Autism (ASD)
A neurodevelopmental condition affecting social communication, sensory processing, and behaviour patterns, with a wide range of presentations and strengths.
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Behaviour or Conduct Issues
Persistent patterns of defiant, aggressive, or rule-breaking behaviour in children or adolescents that significantly disrupt home, school, or social life.
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Mood Disorder
A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.
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Child Psych & Diagnostic Assessment
Formal assessment of a child's psychological, cognitive, or emotional functioning to identify conditions and guide appropriate support.
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Child Behaviour
Behavioural difficulties in children, such as tantrums, aggression, withdrawal, or defiance, that signal emotional distress or developmental needs.
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Neuropsychiatry
A medical specialty at the intersection of neurology and psychiatry, focused on conditions where brain dysfunction produces psychiatric symptoms.

Professional Title:

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Psychiatrist
A medical doctor specialising in mental health who can diagnose conditions, provide therapy, and prescribe medication.

Qualifications

National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria

Registrations

Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria

Psychiatrist

Service Area

Consultant Clinics

In-person & Online

Ikeja

Lagos, Lagos

Nigeria