Who we are
In person in Lekki & onlineWho we are
Welcome to
FGD Psychological Services.
At FGD Psychological Services, we prioritise mental health wellness, recognising its integral role in overall wellbeing.
We educate and support people in proactively safeguarding their mental health — because mental wellbeing is essential to overall health — and we help them prioritise self-care, break free from stigma and cultivate a balanced life.
From our office in Lekki Phase 1 and online, we offer psychotherapy, counselling, assessments and awareness programmes to individuals, couples, groups and organisations, with clients across Africa, Europe and North America.
— Folasade Gbenga-Dada, founder
Our mission
To educate and support individuals in proactively safeguarding their mental health — because mental wellbeing is essential to overall health.
Prioritise self-care
Make looking after your mind part of everyday life, not only something for a crisis.
Break free from stigma
Talk openly and safely about what you are carrying, without judgement.
Cultivate a balanced life
Build practical habits and support for a steadier, more balanced life.
Meet the founder
Folasade Gbenga-Dada
Folasade is a trained psychologist with both a first and a master’s degree in Psychology. She is a certified Cognitive Behavioural therapist, and is certified in suicide prevention and in sexual assessment and treatment using a psychotherapy approach.
She has worked in several capacities as both a clinical and a counselling psychologist, offering sessions and mental and wellbeing assessments to clients across Africa, Europe and North America.
She is a relentless crusader for mental health and wellness.
- Certified CBT therapist
- Suicide prevention
- Sexual assessment & treatment
- First & master’s degrees in Psychology
Training
- Beck Institute, USA
- Institute for Relational Intimacy, Madison, USA
- Coventry University, UK
- University of Reading, UK
- Professional Education Systems Institute (PESI), USA — ongoing training, seminars and workshops
Experience
- Federal Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital, Yaba
- The Nigerian Red Cross Society
- Summer Camp Nigeria
- Global Center for Drug Eradication (Nigeria)
- Hospitals and online platforms, with clients across Africa, Europe and North America
Why us
Why people
choose us.
Experienced professionals
Our team consists of highly trained and certified mental health professionals.
Comprehensive services
We offer a wide range of services to address various mental health needs.
Personalised care
We provide tailored treatment plans to meet the unique needs of each individual.
A safe, supportive environment
We create a welcoming space where individuals feel comfortable to open up and seek help.
Testimonials
In their
own words.
What clients and workshop hosts say about working with Mrs. Gbenga-Dada. Initials only, to protect privacy.
I met Mrs Folashade in 2022 after a panic attack… She is kind, warm, professional, caring, funny and knows her onions. She’s honestly a gem.
Questions
Before
you book.
Can’t find what you need? Call +234 703 944 3973 or write to info@fgdpsychologicalservices.com.
Do you offer online sessions?
Yes. Mrs. Gbenga-Dada sees clients online across Africa, Europe and North America, as well as in person in Lagos.
What are your opening hours?
Monday to Friday, 11am to 5pm, and Saturday, 11am to 4pm (Lagos time). We are closed on Sundays.
Do you work with organisations?
Yes. We offer organisational retainerships, seminars, awareness programmes and training, and interactive mental health workshops — in person or online, and tailored to your organisation’s needs.
How does booking and payment work?
Tell us what you would like help with, choose whether to meet in person or online, and pick a time that suits you. Where a fee applies, you pay securely with Paystack and your session is confirmed as soon as the payment goes through.
What happens in the first session?
Your first session is an initial consultation. You will talk through what brings you to therapy, and together you will agree a plan and how often to meet. Most sessions last 50–60 minutes.
Is everything I share kept confidential?
Yes. All information shared during therapy is kept confidential, except where there is a risk of harm to yourself or others, in which case we are ethically and legally obliged to take action.