Hi there, I'm Shakilah. Are you a woman who just feels pulled in a million directions, unable to fit it all together? Are you struggling to keep up with your interpersonal relationships, work, and self-care? Is it hard to be kind to yourself? I help high performers manage anxiety and avoid burnout. Together, we can identify what's not working and get you back to balance. We'll use a whole-self approach, addressing the needs of your mind, body, and spirit. I also integrate mindfulness, self-care, art, and therapeutic journaling to help you develop a stronger relationship with yourself. Whether you're overwhelmed, have interpersonal relationship issues, or have cycles of anxiety and depression, I'm here to help. Seeking therapy can feel scary, but you're making the right choice. You deserve a safe space to grow, heal, and expand. In our sessions together, I'll meet you with compassion and evidence-based techniques so that you can overcome the hangups and habits holding you back while providing you with a safe space to evolve into your true authentic self. Let's work together!
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
Your initial therapy session is designed to be a welcoming and open experience, where you can feel secure and understood. As your therapist, my primary goal is to establish a space that feels safe and conducive to your personal healing and growth. During our first meeting, the focus is largely on understanding your unique needs and experiences. It’s important that we both feel that we are the right match for each other, as a strong therapeutic relationship is foundational to effective therapy. We will take the time to discuss what you hope to achieve through therapy and start to outline potential pathways to address these goals. This session is as much about you getting to know me as it is about me getting to know you. By sharing your story and what brings you to therapy, we can begin to build trust and rapport, which are crucial for a successful therapeutic outcome. Each session, including the first, is a step toward creating the life you envision for yourself. It’s about laying the groundwork for transformation, one conversation at a time. Whether you’re dealing with specific challenges or seeking overall personal growth, each session is tailored to move you closer to your desired future, ensuring that you feel supported and empowered along the way.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
With more than twenty years of experience in the human services sector, I have honed a diverse set of valuable skills and attributes. A prominent strength of mine lies in establishing empathetic connections with clients, meeting them without bias, and offering clear guidance and support. Specializing in empowering women to broaden their perspectives, I leverage proven methodologies to facilitate personal growth. Emphasizing the significance of mindset, I recognize its pivotal role in achieving success. My primary forte lies in being a compassionate, perceptive, and exceptionally efficient professional dedicated to enhancing the lives of others. Furthermore, I bring relatability to my practice as a woman who has encountered and continues to confront the challenges of navigating life in a demanding and sometimes daunting world. Despite these challenges, I assure you that together, we can surmount any obstacles that come our way. Let us collaborate to achieve your goals.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
If you are a woman in the BIPOC community looking to become the best version of yourself, I am here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can achieve great things and make a positive impact on the world around us. I understand that being a woman in the BIPOC community comes with its own unique set of challenges. We women often face systemic barriers that can make it challenging to achieve our goals. However, I am committed to helping you overcome these obstacles and reach your full potential.