Akia Izzard
Pennsylvania LCSW specializing in anxiety and relationships
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About
Akia Izzard is an LCSW licensed in Pennsylvania with 24 years of clinical experience. Her practice centers on stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, self esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. She also addresses a range of related issues including attachment and caregiver stress, communication and control difficulties, infidelity and jealousy, and matters connected to aging, hospice, and end of life.
She draws on a blend of approaches that include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. This combination supports both practical skill building and exploration of personal stories, so that patterns and choices can be examined and new strategies discovered.
Akia creates an open and supportive environment where thoughts and feelings may be shared without judgment. She acknowledges that taking the first step toward change takes courage and offers steady professional support for people working toward greater motivation, healthier relationships, clearer communication, and improved self-regard.
She draws on a blend of approaches that include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. This combination supports both practical skill building and exploration of personal stories, so that patterns and choices can be examined and new strategies discovered.
Akia creates an open and supportive environment where thoughts and feelings may be shared without judgment. She acknowledges that taking the first step toward change takes courage and offers steady professional support for people working toward greater motivation, healthier relationships, clearer communication, and improved self-regard.
- Location:
- Pennsylvania, United States
- Years Experience:
- 24
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Self esteem, Depression, Coping with life changes
Other areas of experience: Attachment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Forgiveness, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Postpartum depression, Self-love, Young adult issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: PA LCSW CW023914
- NPI Number: 1568248847
- License: LCSW (Pennsylvania)
Remote therapy options and methods
Akia uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help identify thinking and behavior patterns that contribute to stress and low mood. In a remote session she may work with a client to set concrete goals, test new coping strategies, and track progress between contacts. Dialectical Behavior Therapy is offered when emotion regulation and interpersonal effectiveness are priorities; that approach emphasizes step-by-step skills practice and validation of experience.
Motivational Interviewing is another method Akia applies when clients seek help finding internal motivation to change. It involves collaborative conversations that explore values, ambivalence, and small, achievable steps. These approaches are suited to people who want a mix of practical tools, reflective work, and goal-focused planning.
Online sessions are available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing the work to proceed through formats that fit different schedules and communication preferences.
What is Akia Izzard's clinical experience?
She has 24 years of professional experience working as a clinician.
What are this therapist's credentials?
Akia Izzard holds an LCSW and is licensed in Pennsylvania. License details: PA LCSW CW023914.
Which languages does she speak?
The profile indicates she works in English.
Where is Akia located?
She is licensed and practices in Pennsylvania.
How can someone work with her remotely?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging as communication options.
Does she accept international clients?
The profile states she does not accept international clients.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How does someone get started?
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