About me
Hi,
My name is Wakita D. Barksdale and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of South Carolina. My professional experience includes Human Services, Non-Profit Management, and Higher Education. My life experiences have provided me with an unique perspective as I have been both professionally ambitious and a stay at home mother. My expertise and passion is assisting individuals with building new support systems and developing new patterns of behavior to increase self-sufficiency. I enjoy working with women who are in transformational stages in their lives, helping them to clarify their purposes and move forward.
My belief system is that we have the potential to grow and change throughout our lives. This ongoing change can create hardships in our relationships. It is my desire to work with couples and people who are looking to heal and restore relationships. It is my personal belief is that while the old relationship may not be reconcilable, something new and better can be developed through hard work and understanding.
I have established myself as a compassionate, empathetic and firm counselor. I am grateful for the opportunity to do this work and my genuine concern for the well being of my clients is apparent in every interaction. My therapeutic approach is person-centered, trauma informed, and solution focused. I have experience working with people who experience trauma, conduct disorders and other significant mental health issues. I enjoy connecting with all types of people, therefore enhancing my ability to facilitate a journey to wellness.
Specialties
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma, Abuse
- Self esteem, Motivation
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
Addictions , Relationship issues , Family conflicts , Grief , Parenting issues , Anger management , Career difficulties , Compassion fatigue , Abandonment , Commitment Issues , Communication problems , Emptiness , Family Problems , Read more...
Clinical approaches:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
Years of Experience: 7
Services offered
Messaging
Phone
Video
Licensing
SC LPC 7871
Reviews
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Always there when u need her
Wakita is wonderful!
She listens and builds trust .
We are blessed by Wakita's feedback
Ms. Barksdale has helped me greatly on my therapy journey. She is very empathetic and kind. She listens well and is honest in her feedback.
Great!
Mrs. Barksdale make me feel very comfortable, more like I’m talking to an old friend who actually is certified to give me great advice!
Wakita has been so helpful, she listened to me, helped me think and most importantly come to the best possible decision for myself. She was always here for me and I loved our live session she made a huge impact in me. Therapy with her has been amazing anytime i come back I will definitely ask for her if possible.
Thank you Wakita
I have been enjoying my therapy sessions with Ms. Barksdale. She listens well and provides great feedback. Therapy has been very helpful.