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Nikita Banks Award Winning  Speaker Psychotherapist Life Strategist Business Coach Author

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My Story

Hi, I'm Nikita Banks, LCSW

For over 12 years, I’ve dedicated my life to helping others heal—and I’ve come a mighty long way. What started as a little girl running from her own trauma has become a woman boldly owning her story and using it as a tool for transformation.

I fought my way through depression, tooth and nail. There were times when I had to believe in myself—even when I didn’t. With the support of a therapist, I pushed forward, even when it felt impossible. I swallowed my fear and did it anyway.

Now, I use my platform to bring others along on their own healing journeys. Through launching my private practice and amplifying the voices of other Black therapists committed to doing the necessary work to heal our communities, our impact has not gone unnoticed.

I earned my Master’s in Social Work from the NYU Silver School of Social Work and currently serve as a Field Advisor for Columbia University’s School of Social Work, following my completion of the Seminar in Field Instruction (SIFI) certification. In 2019, I was honored by the Congressional Research Institute for Social Work and Policy (CRISP) as the Outstanding Individual in Business. From 2020 to 2022, I proudly served as Vice President and Chair of Diversity for the New York State Chapter of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW).

At the core of everything I do is a commitment to helping others rewrite their narrative, reclaim their power, and live the full, fulfilling lives they deserve. Whether I’m working with clients, mentoring future social workers, or advocating for systemic change, I lead with empathy, equity, and the belief that healing is possible for us all.

Nikita Banks, LCSW

My Story

Hi, I'm Nikita Banks, LCSW

For over 12 years, I’ve dedicated my life to helping others heal—and I’ve come a mighty long way. What started as a little girl running from her own trauma has become a woman boldly owning her story and using it as a tool for transformation.
I fought my way through depression, tooth and nail. There were times when I had to believe in myself—even when I didn’t. With the support of a therapist, I pushed forward, even when it felt impossible. I swallowed my fear and did it anyway.
Now, I use my platform to bring others along on their own healing journeys. Through launching my private practice and amplifying the voices of other Black therapists committed to doing the necessary work to heal our communities, our impact has not gone unnoticed.
At the core of everything I do is a commitment to helping others rewrite their narrative, reclaim their power, and live the full, fulfilling lives they deserve. Whether I’m working with clients, mentoring future social workers, or advocating for systemic change, I lead with empathy, equity, and the belief that healing is possible for us all.

"A goal without a dead line is just a Dream."

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

She Designed a Life She Loved and Worked Hard to Do So

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My Education

Columbia University

Seminar in Field Instruction 2020

New York University Silver

Master's Degree In Social Work 2012

CUNY UNIVERSITY BA

Bachelor of Science Media Relations

Licenses

New York

LCSW 2016

New Jersey

CSW 2015

Georgia

LCSW 2016

Massachusetts

LCSW 2016

My Awards and Accolades

National Association of Social Worker NYS

Vice President Chair of Diversity 2020-2022

Congressional Research Institute of Social Work Policy​

2019

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Getting started is simple—just reach out to us or use your Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to request a referral. We’ll guide you through the next steps and match you with a therapist who fits your needs.

 committed to my client’s goals because first someone was committed to helping me achieve mine. My journey from patient to practitioner is the secret to my success.