Octavia Phoenix

Octavia is a compassionate and dedicated therapist who believes everyone is the author of their own life story, and that every story deserves to be heard. She is committed to helping clients navigate and reshape their narratives by offering a warm, empathetic, safe, and nonjudgmental space. In this environment, clients can process emotions, set and achieve goals, and develop healthy coping strategies.

Octavia holds a Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling from City University of New York, City College, and a Bachelor's degree in Psychology with a minor in Literature from Purchase College. Octavia now holds Diagnostic privilege which means she can now independently diagnosis mental health conditions and provide treatment planning. This certificate recognizes the advance clinical training that allows her to offer comprehensive mental health care.

With experience working with young adults, emerging adults, and adults from diverse backgrounds, Octavia supports clients facing a range of challenges, such as life transitions, anxiety, self-identity struggles, and difficulties in interpersonal and intrapersonal relationships. She utilizes a variety of therapeutic approaches, including client-centered, strength-based, humanistic, and mindfulness techniques, tailoring her methods to the unique needs of each individual.

Clients can expect to leave with new and healthier coping skills, better boundaries, communication skills and sense of self.