About Akiya Barnes
Focus areas
Adjustment Disorder
Anxiety
Therapy
Adolescent / Teen Issues
Depression
Adult Psychotherapy
Family Therapy/ Marriage Therapy
Clientele seen
Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
Trauma Focused
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Akiya Barnes
Akiya Barnes is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPC Associate) and Licensed Child Care Administrator (LCCA) dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health services to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. She believes healing begins with a safe, supportive therapeutic relationship where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered to create meaningful change.
Akiya earned a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a post-master's Education Specialist (Ed.S.) degree in Community Care and Counseling with a specialization in Marriage and Family Counseling. Her educational background, combined with extensive leadership experience in behavioral health and child welfare, allows her to approach treatment from a holistic and systems-based perspective.
What should a new client know about working with you?
Throughout her career, Akiya has worked with youth and families involved in foster care, residential treatment, and community-based behavioral health services. She has experience supporting individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions, behavioral challenges, family conflict, self-esteem concerns, and relationship difficulties. Her work emphasizes resilience, emotional wellness, and practical coping strategies tailored to each client's unique needs.
Akiya is committed to creating a welcoming, culturally responsive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients can build confidence, develop healthy relationships, and achieve lasting personal growth. Her mission is to help individuals discover hope, healing, and the tools needed to thrive emotionally, mentally, and spiritually.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Akiya utilizes a therapeutic approach grounded in Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) and trauma-informed care. She helps clients identify and challenge mlhelpful beliefs, develop healthier patterns of thinking, strengthen emotional regulation, and build practical coping skills that promote long-term well-being. She recognizes the profound impact trauma can have on an individual's emotional, psychological, and relational functioning and is committed to providing a safe, collaborative environment that fosters healing, resilience, and personal growth.
In addition to clinical counseling, Akiya has extensive experience in behavioral health administration, regulatory compliance, and program development. She has served in leadership roles overseeing residential treatment programs and has expertise in Texas Health and Human Services (HHSC) and Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) standards. This experience strengthens her understanding of the complex systems affecting children, families, and vulnerable populations.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Liberty University, Master's in Clinical and Mental Health Counseling
- Liberty University, Master's in Marriage and Family Counseling
NPI number
1831726728
How soon can I make an appointment with Akiya Barnes?
Generally, Akiya Barnes has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Akiya Barnes's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Akiya Barnes accepting new patients?
Akiya Barnes generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Akiya Barnes's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Akiya Barnes accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Akiya Barnes online?
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What practice does Akiya Barnes work with?
Akiya Barnes works with Polished Mind Psychiatry.
What are common reasons for patients to see Akiya Barnes?
Akiya Barnes frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Akiya Barnes on their profile.
What languages does Akiya Barnes speak?
Akiya Barnes speaks English.