While working for a local hospice, Victoria spent time with a patient who gave her a memorable description of why Wild African Violets were so meaningful. This patient’s explanation was that violets are typically seen in clusters, but if you remove one single violet, it is still able to reflect beauty all on its own. Sometimes it is easier to see our worth in our relation to others (wife, sister, father, caretaker). It is harder to feel just as beautiful, strong, and worthy when standing all on our own; to be able to say “I am enough”. A wild violet is a reminder that “you are enough; you are beautiful and worthy simply because you are you, not what you have to offer others.”
Victoria obtained a bachelors degree in philosophy in 2013 at Presbyterian College and a masters degree in clinical counseling at the Citadel Graduate College in 2018. She is an independently licensed professional counselor in the states of South Carolina and North Carolina. She is an SC native, born and raised, but has been lucky enough to travel to many places and broaden her perspective of people and the world itself. She has experience working with clients of all ages and various walks of life. Her approach as a therapist is person-centered, meaning that she focuses on what is important for the client to address in therapy. She strives to be genuine in sessions, which often looks like humor, warmth, and the occasional curse word. Victoria values connection with her clients and prioritizes nourishing the therapeutic relationship in each session with a client. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her two dogs, Remy and Levi, who may frequently make small appearances in sessions.
