Find your strength. Find your voice.
Find Your{self}.
Inclusive trauma-responsive therapy for adults in Nashville, TN
Have you ever considered how
Being the “first” or the “only”
You're the first in your family to make it here, or the only person who looks like you in the room. You've gotten good at translating yourself so everyone else stays comfortable. But performing belonging all day is lonely work, and the question underneath it never quiets: do these people actually know me, or just the version I let them see?
Learning early that love came with conditions
Somewhere along the way, you figured out that being easy, impressive, or low-maintenance is what kept the peace. So you became the kid who didn't need much. Now you're the adult who doesn't ask for much, wondering why every relationship leaves you hungry.
Being stuck in survival mode
Your nervous system never got the memo that the hard part is over. You scan every room, replay every conversation, sleep with one eye open. People call you "guarded" or "intense." Really, you're exhausted from working as your own bodyguard.
Wanting closeness and bracing against it at the same time
You crave being deeply known, and the moment someone gets close, something in you starts packing its bags. You test people, or you disappear, or you perform. The people who raised you taught your body what closeness costs, and your body never forgot the price.
Your body holding what you never got to say
The tight chest. The jaw you can't unclench. The exhaustion no amount of sleep touches. The moments you float out of your own body mid-conversation. Your body has been keeping records this whole time, waiting for someone to finally sit down and read them.
could impact you?
I’M Tozia (TAH-Zah).
Here, you can take off the armor you wear every day and let your guard down
I see you. You've been holding it together for a long time. Reading every room, managing everyone's comfort, being who people need you to be while the real you waits in the back somewhere. Maybe you learned that in a family where love felt uncertain, or in a world that kept reminding you that you were different. Probably both.
But here's the thing: you don't have to weather this storm alone.
I'm a relational and attachment-focused trauma therapist. In plain language, that means I work with the wounds that happen in relationships, from childhood homes where you couldn't fully be yourself to the racialized experiences that taught you to stay on guard. The exhaustion, the anger, the loneliness of being unknown even by people who love you. I understand the sting of it all, because I've been there too.
By working together, you will do more than just survive. Relief matters, but we won't stop there. Healing happens in relationship, which is exactly where the wounds happened. So we'll build one where you can finally stop performing, get underneath your patterns to the experiences that created them, and work through what your body has been holding all this time.
This work isn't easy. But with real support, you'll start showing up to your life and your relationships as your actual self, and you'll find out that person was worth protecting all along.
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Racial trauma is the emotional and psychological wound caused by repeated experiences of racism or race-related stress. It can build up over time from things like microaggressions, discrimination, or even just feeling unsafe or unwelcome because of your race. It can leave you feeling constantly on guard, exhausted, and disconnected from yourself and others.
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Trauma therapy is a safe space to process past experiences that are still causing you pain. Through talking, exercises, and building trust with your therapist, you can understand how trauma impacts you and develop tools to manage strong emotions, flashbacks, and negative thoughts. The goal is to help you feel empowered and in control of your life again.
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Psychedelic therapy uses carefully monitored psychedelic substances, like Ketamine, to help people access deep emotions and thought patterns. Integration therapy then helps people make sense of these experiences and apply the insights to their daily lives for long-term healing.
Here’s how I can help:
You've taken a brave leap by being here. Let's make the landing gentle.
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Reach out
Taking this first step can feel daunting.
I understand finding the right therapist is crucial. Schedule a free 15-minute consultation to ask any questions you have. It's important to feel comfortable, and I want to help you decide if I'm a good fit for your journey.
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Get to work
Everyone's journey is different. Therapy should reflect that. We'll work together to understand your story, develop coping skills, and empower you to reach your goals. This is a safe space for honesty and vulnerability, free from judgment. Laughter, tears, frustration – all are welcome. The most important thing is feeling supported in exploring what matters to you.
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See change
Therapy can be challenging, but the potential for growth is immense. We'll work at your pace, addressing what feels most important to you right now. As you navigate these challenges, you'll discover your strengths and build the resilience you need to live a fulfilling life. You deserve happiness and well-being, and therapy can be a valuable tool in your journey.
Your Therapy, Your Way: In-Person or Online Therapy
Whether you thrive on in-person connection or prefer the comfort of your own home, I cater to your needs! I offer sessions both in my conveniently located office in East Nashville and virtually, ensuring flexible support wherever you are in your journey.
Ready to get started?