Meet Dakia Davis

Today we’d like to introduce you to Dakia Davis.

Hi Dakia, we appreciate you taking the time to share your story with us today. Where does your story begin?
I grew up in Southwest Raleigh, near Dorothea Dix Hospital, South Saunders Street and an area known as “the Bottom.” There was a strong sense of community, and everyone cared for each other as best as possible. I’ve always cherished where I grew up and the people that made Raleigh home. I spent most of my young adulthood in Greensboro, NC, then in Washington, DC. In 2019, I moved back to Raleigh, NC, and had the opportunity to launch my practice in April 2020. I wanted to provide individual and group therapy for people impacted by trauma. Now I get to work with fabulous clients every day!

Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall, and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
Yes and no,coming up with the what and why of my business was easy because I’m clear that my heart is in supporting my community. Figuring out how to start a therapy practice for trauma survivors was harder. When I started my business plan, I worked for a hospital in Washington, DC. My sights were set on leaving that job for my in-person, DC-area practice. But 2019 called for me to move back to NC to be with my family, and I no longer had a full-time job or a place to offer therapy. 2020 created a great opportunity to build a virtual practice, eliminating the barriers of physical space and allowing me to reach clients across the state. My formal education and professional experience prepared me well to do what I love, but I didn’t know to have an actual business! I took online courses and met with colleagues until I was ready to launch. At first, I tried my best to “do it all,” but then I quickly learned that being a solo practitioner shouldn’t mean I do it all alone. Through much trial and error, I’ve gained a team of professionals and developed systems to support my practice.

As you know, we’re big fans of you and your work. For readers who might need to become more familiar, what can you tell them about what you do?
I’m a therapist specializing in trauma, complex PTSD, and difficult life changes. I integrate traditional talk-therapy and minfulness. Many of my clients are Black, LGBTQIA+, and survivors of violent crime. I also offer clinical supervision for provisionally licenesed social workers in NC. I’m so proud of and grateful for the opportunity to return to people from similar backgrounds as me in a place I call home. I’ve cultivated my passion for health and wellness by completing the Health Ministry Certificate Program at Wesley Theological Seminary and certified clinical trauma professional (CCTP) courses. I am trained in the Trauma Conscious Yoga Method℠ and will complete Subtle® Yoga teacher training in 2023.

What changes are you expecting over the next 5-10 years?
We’ll see more in the field of trauma-informed care. Trauma and trauma-related conditions have gained much attention in the mental health field yet remain somewhat niche. Graduate programs will offer more clinical education around trauma, making resources more widely available. There’s been lots of growth in the area of integrative care. We’re seeing that complementing traditional, clinical approaches (talk therapy, general medicine, etc.) with holistic approaches (mindfulness, nutrition coaching, etc.) can lead to improved outcomes for the *whole* person – mind, body, and spirit. We hope to see employers and insurance companies covering these services for people in the future.

Pricing:

• Varies
• Insurance accepted

Contact Info:

• Website: www.healingjourneync.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healingjourneync/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thehealingjourneync
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dakia-davis/

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