Licensed to practice in Pennsylvania and accepts 56 insurances. Specializes in Coping Skills
(she/her)
Clients say this provider is
Hello there! I'm akia, a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) , in the state of Pennsylvania, with over two decades of dedicated experience in social work. My passion lies in fostering deeper understanding and awareness among clients regarding their emotions, thoughts, and actions. I firmly believe in the pivotal role of the client-therapist relationship in laying the groundwork for therapeutic triumphs.
During the first counseling session, clients can expect the therapist to focus on building rapport and understanding their unique needs. The therapist will ask a series of questions to gain insight into the client's background, coping mechanisms, and the presenting problems or symptoms. If time permits, there may also be discussions about the goals and expectations for therapy. This initial session sets the foundation for a collaborative and supportive therapeutic relationship. The purpose of the therapist asking a series of questions during the first counseling session is to gain a comprehensive understanding of the client's background, experiences, coping mechanisms, and the presenting problems or symptoms they are facing. These questions help the therapist to gather relevant information, assess the client's needs, and establish a strong foundation for the therapeutic relationship. By asking questions, the therapist can develop a personalized treatment plan and provide effective guidance and support to the client.
I’m resourceful. I’ve worked with many different populations in social work and have accumulated a wealth of know and resources to assist people. I also try to be very empowering and motivating .
I am dedicated to empowering adolescents and adults to improve their well-being in their private and professional lives.
Coping Skills
Black / African American
Woman
Adults (18 to 64)
Pennsylvania
Aetna
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - Lucent Health
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Medicare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
Independence Blue Cross
Amerihealth
Amerihealth Administrators
Amerihealth NJ Medicare Advantage
Arlo
AvMed
Capital Blue Cross
Capital Blue Cross - Medicare
Cash - $125 per session
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
GTEB
Geisinger - Commercial
Geisinger - Medicare
Geisinger – Dual (Geisinger Gold HMO D-SNP)
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Highmark
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Highmark - Medicare
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
Humana - Medicare
Humana Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
Independence Administrators
Independence Personal Choice 65 PPO
Independence Keystone 65 HMO
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health/Cigna
UPMC Health Plan
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicare
UnitedHealthcare Complete Care (C-SNP)
UnitedHealthcare Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
I try to use therapeutic approaches that best suit the client. I do feel as though Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is very helpful to clients. With CBT, you look at how your thoughts and experiences affect your feelings and actions.
I also use psychoanalytic theory because I feel experiences from childhood sometimes shape us forever if the experience is not addressed.
5 ratings with written reviews
September 25, 2025
Kia is very professional, has excellent active listening skills and provides healthy perspectives to help her clients reframe their experiences.
September 23, 2025
I’ve been with Kia for about a year and I adore her! She’s very solution oriented and adaptable. She’s helped me navigate many tough times within the last year, and I am forever grateful to her. I look forward to continuing to work with her so that I can continue to progress in my healing journey.
July 23, 2025
Wouldn’t choose anyone else to be my therapist honestly.