Whitney Beard Akins , M.A., LPC-A

My clients describe me as:

My clients often say that it feels comfortable is our sessions and they typically feel lighter and more empowered with skills to use at home.

Something to know about my approach is:

I work with teens and professional men and women who often feel burned out and struggle with perfectionism, depression, and emotional instability. My clients want relief from feeling alone, stuck, and disconnected from themselves and their faith.

Together, we will:

As a trauma specialist and licensed counselor, I teach my clients skills to calm their nervous systems, develop resilience, and heal from spiritual wounds. My approach includes body based regulation skills, EFT, DBT, IFS and spiritual coaching.

I specialize in working with people who:

Typical symptoms that I see are low self-esteem, relationship conflict, panic attacks, self-harm, isolation, and social anxiety. My clients are often going through life transitions and are seeking connection and personal and professional growth.

I became a therapist because:

I became a therapist after experiencing, first hand, the relief that can come from the therapeutic space.

Something that stands out about where I offer therapy is:

A quiet sanctuary in the country! Often, open windows, essential oils, and ambient music is used to help clients disconnect from the ratrace outside.

More about me and my practice:

I treat symptoms related to ADHD, Bipolar, MDD, anxiety, and personality disorders. My clients enjoy working on self-identity and faith building. If you are ready to reconnect with yourself and find mental and spiritual renewal, let's chat!