Tracey Hinds

If you're carrying something that's hard to put into words — trauma, grief, chronic stress, infertility, or the particular weight that comes from serving others— you don't have to figure out how to start the conversation. Whether you are struggling in high school, college, or the world of adulting, I'll help with that. I came back to therapy because I noticed a high number of individuals in need but not enough therapists who are able to navigate cultural diversity in therapy.

I'm an LCSW currently working at the Indianapolis VA Medical Center, where I support veterans navigating chronic pain, wellness, and recovery. I bring that same, holistic lens to my private practice, working with adults and families facing PTSD, trauma, infertility, sleep challenges, and the hard parts of life that don't fit into a tidy category.

I believe your mental health, physical health, and sense of purpose are all connected — and we work with all of it.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and National Board‐Certified Health and Wellness Coach with extensive experience in veteran-centered care, higher education, and community mental health. I have extensive knowledge and practice in individual and group interventions. I am also passionate about process improvements in self and organizations. I have contributed to and led Lean Six Sigma process‐improvement initiatives. Prior to my current role at the VA Hospital, I spent nearly a decade as an Assistant Professor of Social Work and held key administrative roles in field education, accreditation, and curriculum development.

My earlier clinical career includes intensive in‐home therapy, crisis intervention, and supervisory leadership supporting high‐risk children, families, and adults. Across all roles, I am known for my commitment to holistic care, spiritually and culturally responsive practice, and the development of systems that enhance learning, wellness, and community impact.

My approach is direct, honest, and filled with real conversation — including moments of laughter. Therapy is scary for a lot of people, and bringing humor into hard moments helps ease the tension and makes it easier to go to the places that actually need attention. I draw on CBT, trauma-focused approaches, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness, tailoring what we use to what fits you.

In the first session, I ask questions to get to know your story because your context matters. I'll want to understand what brought you here and what you're hoping for. And I genuinely expect you to ask me questions in return: about my style, my experience, and how I work. That kind of mutual curiosity is how we build trust and connection.