Ofori Asante, LPC, TX | Psychotherapist

About Ofori Asante

Focus areas

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Identity Crisis

Relationship Struggles

Bipolar Disorder

LGBTQ+ Counseling

Schizophrenia

Depression

Life Transition

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Families

Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Narrative

Culturally Sensitive

Emotionally Focused

Christian Counseling

Motivational Interviewing

Identity

Gender

Male

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Ofori Asante

Ofori Asante, LPC, is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 17 years of clinical experience supporting adults through anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, and chronic mental health conditions such as bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. With a deep commitment to cultural humility and faith-based values, Ofori provides compassionate, individualized care grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), and narrative approaches. Ofori has a rich background working in hospitals, college counseling centers, refugee resettlement programs, and community-based mental health settings. He is a counselor supervisor in the state of Texas and has extensive experience supporting individuals navigating intercultural relationships, life transitions, and identity exploration. Clients describe Ofori's style as steady, grounded, and collaborative he creates space to gently explore historical context and coping strategies, always moving at the client's pace. Ofori is also available to clients seeking biblical counseling and integrates spirituality when welcomed. Outside of session, he enjoys nature walks, soccer, and spending time with his family. As an ordained minister and associate in his church, he brings both lived wisdom and clinical depth to his practice.

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety

Bipolar Disorder

Depression

Insomnia

LGBTQ+ Counseling

Mental Health Problem

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Panic Attack

Anxiety

Bipolar Disorder

Depression

Insomnia

Education and background

Practice names

Brightside Health

Education and training

East Texas A&M University, Doctor of Philosophy
East Texas A&M University (Master's)

NPI number

1881817955

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What practice does Ofori Asante work with?

Ofori Asante works with Brightside Health.

What are common reasons for patients to see Ofori Asante?

Ofori Asante frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Mental Health Problem , and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). You can see other visit reasons for Ofori Asante on their profile.