Meet Ayana Boyd - Faith-based therapist for the People of Nashville, TN. 

You are valued.

You are enough.

You are YOU!

You learned early on that your emotions were unimportant, and that shaped the way you show up in the world today.

Now, you find yourself moving through life on autopilot—struggling with low self-worth, neglecting your own needs, carrying the weight of others, and battling burnout behind a brave face. You’ve become the strong one, the reliable one, the one who keeps going no matter what. But deep down, you’re wondering… when will it be okay to choose me?

You’re not broken. You’re not failing. You’re just disconnected from the version of yourself you were never given the chance to fully explore.

That’s where I come in.

I create a space where you don’t have to perform, fix, or figure it all out. A space where you can be fully seen, fully heard, and gently guided back to yourself. Together, we’ll unlearn harmful narratives, explore your authentic identity, and build the self-confidence, self-trust, and self-love you’ve always deserved.

Therapy with me is real, relational, and restorative. I won’t sit across from you with judgment or unrealistic expectations—I’ll be in it with you. Whether that means sitting in silence, helping you process heavy emotions, or celebrating every small win, I’ll meet you with both compassion and challenge.

This is your space to heal, grow, and become rooted in who you are. You’re not too much. You’re not too late. And you’re not alone.

My approach to therapy isn’t just about overcoming struggles — it’s about helping you evolve into your most authentic, self-loving, and self-assured self. There’s not just a resolution to one specific problem — therapy with me leads to a life-changing, long-lasting transformation.

HERE’S HOW I MAKE THAT POSSIBLE

  • I don’t just teach self-development — I live it. I practice what I preach and remind you that growth isn’t about perfection. Whether it’s showing how I hold myself accountable or admitting when I’m struggling too, my honesty has been proven to create a safe and relatable space.

  • I’m not a therapist who just assigns homework and checks in on it later — i actively do the work alongside you. If you need to sit with your emotions, I’m going to sit with mine too. If you’re struggling with setting boundaries, I’ll reflect on my own. If you need to implement more self-care, I’m going to implement more in my routine as well. Sessions with me are collaborative and deeply impactful.

  • A lot of people feel guilty for choosing themselves, but I normalize self-development as a lifestyle, not a luxury. I’ll help you shift from “I have to do everything for everyone” to “I am worthy of taking up space in my own life — that shift is life-changing.

  • You may feel like you’re the only one who can hold everything together, but I’m here to help you recognize and lean on the support that already exists around you. I show you that you don’t have to carry it all alone, which is incredibly freeing.

  • I will make sure that you see your progress, no matter how small. Growth isn’t linear, yet I will celebrate you wholeheartedly when you take steps toward honoring yourself. Therapy with me isn’t just a place for healing, but also a place for recognition and self-empowerment.

Credentials

Credentials

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Middle Tennessee State University - 2020

Master of Science from Walden University - 2024

Licensed Professional counselor/Mental Health Service Provider(LPC/MHSP) -temp.

Cognitive Behavioral Based Therapy

Brainspotting 1

Positive Psychology

Dialectical Behavior Therapy