The SHIFT approach

SHIFT Your Journey Mental Health Counseling is a licensed private practice dedicated to delivering comprehensive, evidence-based, and holistic mental health care. We recognize that true well-being encompasses physical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions, and we integrate cultural awareness and personal identity into every aspect of treatment. Our culturally responsive approach honors each individual's unique experiences, ensuring that care is as personalized as it is effective.

Guided by the Sankofa Principle™️, we emphasize the importance of reflecting on the past to empower growth and transformation. This philosophy shapes our therapeutic approach, helping you move forward with clarity and purpose.

The journey to better mental health requires dedication, but you don't have to do it alone. Our expert therapists are here to guide and support you every step of the way. Take control of your mental health today—request an appointment or consultation now and start your transformative journey with SHIFT.

Our Values: The 3Cs

  • This core value challenges us to seek competence in all areas of our practice from evidence-based treatment approaches to cultural competence. This core value also guides us in prioritizing our clients' experiences.

  • This core value grounds us in our work. When we approach our work from a place of compassion, empathy, and care, we are able to serve with respect, dignity, and integrity. We also suspend judgment and see our clients from a place of power, not brokenness.

  • A good therapeutic alliance is beneficial to a client's healing and growth. Through collaboration, we are able to help our clients gain insights to help them SHIFT their lives forward. This core value reminds us to also seek collaboration in our work.

You are at the heart of our therapeutic approach

Collaboration is at the core of our approach. At SHIFT Your Journey Mental Health Counseling, you’ll co-create a personalized treatment plan with your therapist, tailored to your unique needs, with a focus on thriving, not just surviving. Our personalized matchmaking system ensures you’re paired with the best therapist for you, providing compassionate and expert care. Take the first step toward a healthier, more fulfilling life. Request an appointment or consultation today and begin your wellness journey with us. We’re here to support you every step of the way!