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.
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 and abuse
- Self esteem
- 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
Services Offered
Messaging
Live Chat
Phone
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Licensing
LPC #7871 (Expires: 2023-08-31)
Reviews
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Wakita is AWESOME!! She is very caring and easy to talk to. I have been really sick lately and she even checked on me! I love her post!! Really gave me a chance to think about it and take some good notes to discuss next time. Thank you!!
Wakita is the BEST listener and she really processes what I have said before responding! She brings a fresh perspective and I can tell that she wants the best outcome for me!
She’s a great listener and very helpful.
Wakita is very real and understanding. She truly listens and gives you helpful ways to work through what your going through. I’ve truly enjoyed my time with her and can already feel a huge difference after 4 sessions!
Wakita always makes me feel seen.
She’s kind a s listens to me.
today Wakita hit the nail on the head. I don't know if it is her or me. I am letting it all out. I am trusting the process.
She is absolutely wonderful. She is very insightful and makes the journey much easier.
She's absolutely amazing! She makes me feel comfortable and listens very well to my concerns.
Excellent therapist!
She is kind and soft when she talk to you. Very caring she knows what is going on with me and make me think about my situation.
I’ve tried a handful of therapists and Wakita is the only one I’ve ever been able to actually talk to. She listens and suggests things and makes me feel heard. So happy she got matched to be my therapist and I’m really hoping she can continue to help me
Responsive and understanding, building a connection with Wakita was a comforting experience, she's been thoughtful and willing to listen with a growth mindset every step of the way.
Wakita is extremely insightful and is able to handle challenges with much wisdom and expertise. She is very personable and talks with a confidence to help you know you are in capable hands. She has a firm demeanor but a gentle way of presenting difficult suggestions. She is very easy to trust with your problems and I have confidence in a good outcome in the future.
She's been absolutely amazing and patient with me. Responds in a timely manner and is so kind and supporting in her responses. I'm so happy to have her as my therapist.
Appreciate her experience and kindness!!
She is amazing and helpul