Nakia brings a thoughtful, insightful lens to this work, helping her clients examine the stories they have inherited and redefine success in a way that honors their well-being, self-worth and who they truly are.

Navigating her own relationship with money has been one of the most defining parts of her life, a process of unlearning generational beliefs, releasing shame, and reshaping her connection with money, and ultimately with herself.

Throughout Nakia’s 20+ year career in marketing, strategy, and business development, including working with private capital clients, such as ultra-high net worth individuals, private equity and venture capital investors, and other leaders across the financial landscape, she witnessed firsthand that financial shame is universal. It transcends income and status, and despite our perceived differences, the emotional weight we carry about money is often the same. 

Nakia’s work invites reflection and personal agency, and acts as a reminder that when we find the courage to name our stories, we also create the possibility to change them.

Nakia holds an MBA from Cornell University, a BA in Communication Studies from Fairleigh Dickinson University, and is a certified Trauma of Money™ Practitioner.

The Trauma of Money Professional Pathway certifies professionals in various fields in integrating the Trauma of Money Method into their current offerings. The TOM Method™ is a compassionate approach to trauma healing and financial security by decreasing shame and increasing discernment.