The people behind the practice
Who will be sitting
across from you?
Choosing to ask for help is an act of courage. Before you take that step, you deserve to know the human beings who will meet you there — their warmth, their wisdom, and the quiet way they make room for your story.
Credentials matter.
But presence heals.
Every counselor here is licensed, trained, and deeply experienced. Yet what our clients remember is not the letters after a name — it is the feeling of being truly seen.
We built this team around one belief: exceptional care begins with being genuinely human. Culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and unhurried — so healing can happen at your pace, not ours.
You come first
Your story guides every decision we make together — always.
Trauma-informed
Safety and trust are the foundation of everything that follows.
Culturally affirming
We honor the full complexity of who you are, without exception.
Evidence-based
Proven methods, delivered with warmth and real humanity.
Healing doesn’t start with advice. It starts the moment someone believes your story is worth listening to.
Akea Williams
Lead Therapist
LPC · Founder, Akea’s Heart Inc. · 6+ years
Akea Williams is a Licensed Professional Counselor and the founder of Akea’s Heart Counseling Services. With more than six years of experience, she built the practice around one belief: healing begins the moment someone feels truly heard.
Her approach is rooted in cultural humility and affirming, trauma-informed care — creating a safe, judgment-free space for individuals, couples, and families to set down what they’ve been carrying alone. As Clinical Director and a lead therapist, she also founded the nonprofit Akea’s Heart Inc. to extend that same care to communities who need it most.
The faces of your healing
Every person here brings something different to the room. Take your time, read their stories, and notice who you feel drawn to. That instinct matters.
What your first visit actually feels like
Reaching out can feel like the hardest part. Here is what happens once you do — no pressure, no judgment, just a gentle beginning.
You reach out
A quick call or message. We listen to what’s bringing you in and answer every question — no commitment required.
We find your fit
We thoughtfully match you with a counselor whose approach and specialty align with your needs and who you are.
You begin, gently
Your first session is simply a conversation. You set the pace. Nothing is rushed, and nothing is expected of you but honesty.
One of these people is right for you.
You don’t have to have it all figured out. Take the first small step, and let us help you find the counselor who feels like the right place to begin.