Nneka Okoli
Nneka Okoli
(She, Her, Hers)
Birth Doula | Postpartum Doula | Loss and Choice Doula
BIO:
Nneka is a recent graduate of Columbia University’s Spirituality, Mind, Body Institute with a Masters in Psychology and an advanced certificate in Women, Gender, and Sexuality - Maternity Track.
Currently, Nneka is pursuing a doctoral degree in clinical psychology from George Washington University. Nneka is a perinatal mental health researcher and intends to become a psychologist who specializes in postpartum mental health post-graduation.
Most recently, Nneka interned at the United Nations Populations Fund (UNFPA) working on international policy and support for birthing women with disabilities globally.
Nneka’s core values are spirituality, regardless of religion, tapping into mindfulness practices to help facilitate ease in moments of change and transition. Additionally, Nneka is passionate about diversity, public policy, and nutrition.
Nneka believes in the mind, body, and spirit connection and as a doula her goal will be to support you in your birth journey to ensure you feel knowledgeable in all of your birthing options, grounded in your body, and connect to not only you spirit but the spirit of your unborn child as well.
Birth is a vulnerable, powerful, and spiritual experience and Nneka would be eager to support you in your journey!
Fun Facts:
Nneka’s favorites in 3s: Reality television (Real Housewives, Summer House, Love Island!); Mindfulness (Yoga - She’s a yoga instructor! Meditation, Journaling); Reading (Rom-Coms, Horror/Thriller, Scientific Journals)
What To Expect:
Expect holistic support from Nneka! She brings a deep understanding of perinatal mental health, mindfulness, and spirituality to your birthing journey. With her, you'll feel knowledgeable about your options, grounded in your body, and connected to your spirit and your baby's. Nneka is dedicated to making birth a powerful, transformative experience.
