Nyia Hawkins

Therapy for Anxiety, Identity & Healing from the Past with Nyia Hawkins A Real, Safe Space for BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and Anyone Ready to Heal Hey—I’m Nyia Hawkins, and I help adults and young adults work through anxiety, depression, identity struggles, and healing from past trauma. My sweet spot? Creating a space where BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ clients can show up fully—no code-switching, no explaining away who you are, and definitely no judgment. Whether you’re grieving, navigating stress that’s been simmering for years, or breaking free from old patterns that don’t serve you anymore, this is where you get to bring all of yourself and start doing the real work. What You Can Expect in Session I’m warm, but I’m not here to sugarcoat. Our sessions are a mix of deep talks, honest feedback, and practical game plans. We’ll trace the connection between your past and present, identify what’s getting in your way, and set goals you can actually reach. Clients say I’m approachable and straightforward—I’ll listen closely, ask the questions that make you think, and give you space to push back if you disagree. By the end of a session, you’ll leave with more clarity, better language for your feelings, and a clear plan for your next steps. How I Work I don’t believe in cookie-cutter therapy. I blend approaches so we can work in a way that fits you best: Psychodynamic Therapy – to understand how your past is showing up now Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) – to challenge thoughts that aren’t helping you Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) – to help you live out your values, even when it’s hard Person-Centered & Feminist Approaches – to keep your voice and power front and center Multicultural Theory – because your lived experience shapes everything we do here How I Help Our work together might look like: Learning how to manage anxiety so it’s not running your life Building self-esteem and self-compassion that actually sticks Processing grief and loss so you can breathe again Letting go of people-pleasing and finding your voice Developing stress management tools you’ll actually use Rewriting the story you’ve been telling yourself about who you are I also bring in tools like diagnostic assessments, feelings wheels, and reflection exercises to help you understand yourself better and track your progress. What It’s Like to Work With Me Picture this—you walk in, take a deep breath, and instantly feel like you don’t have to perform. No “therapist voice,” no awkward power dynamics—just a genuine, equal partnership. We’ll talk openly, laugh when it fits, and tackle the heavy stuff head-on. I’ll always encourage you to speak up if something doesn’t land right, and I’ll own it if I miss the mark. My goal is for you to leave each session more confident, more grounded, and more you than when you came in. Now accepting new clients—in-person and virtual. If you’re ready to unpack, rebuild, and reclaim your voice, let’s talk and see if we vibe.