According to Craze Clown, after a year of running the clinic, his friend has struggled to make any real impact through therapy. Popular Nigerian comedian Craze Clown has shared the unusual and challenging experience of his friend, a therapist, who relocated to Nigeria and set up a clinic in Lagos. Despite his professional intentions, the therapist’s journey has been anything but smooth. This unexpected twist in his work has made it difficult for him to practice his profession effectively.
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My guy who is a therapist relocated to Nigeria and opened a therapy clinic in Lagos … After one year he hasn’t been able to help any client through therapy. Some client dey beg am for financial support during their session 😫😫 he even had a fight with one of his patients
— Dr Craze (@crazeclown) April 7, 2025
The reason? Some clients come to sessions not for emotional or mental support but to seek financial assistance. It also highlights the socioeconomic struggles in the country, as financial burdens often take precedence over mental health concerns. The situation reached a breaking point when the therapist reportedly had a physical altercation with one of his clients a bizarre turn of events in a field that prioritizes calm and understanding, with comments humorously flying around that the therapist may now be the one who may be in need of therapy. This story sheds light on the challenges mental health professionals face in Nigeria, where therapy is still a relatively new concept to many.
For mental health professionals in Nigeria, patience, cultural understanding, and adaptability seem to be as essential as their professional training. Craze Clown’s narration is both humorous and thought provoking, emphasizing the need for public awareness about mental health and the importance of addressing the underlying economic realities that affect people’s lives.
