I’m Victoria Akins, a Rise Up Together counseling intern. I fell in love with counseling when I first experienced it myself. I discovered that therapy helps us understand that life is about interdependence and the connections we make. Therapy gives us the tools we need to create meaningful connections by first developing a relationship with ourselves. I believe everyone can benefit from therapy and should go to therapy at least once to relieve stress, gain insight, and to explore various aspects of themselves. We all have multiple dimensions to our personalities, and as a counselor, it is my duty to create and hold a safe space for you to explore those dimensions, gain self-awareness, and achieve your goals.
Working with clients has always been a personal fulfillment because I believe anyone can create the change they seek with a little guidance.
When I’m not working, I practice martial arts, taichi and qigong.
