about
meet our founder
Reesie Sims is a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Washington, DC. She specializes in issues stemming from interpersonal violence, sexual abuse, trauma, PTSD, and anxiety.
Reesie holds a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from Bowie State University. Her undergraduate education took place at The Ohio State University where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Human Ecology/Community Health.
With professional experience in survivor-centered program development, crisis intervention and response, psychosocial case-management services, sexual assault support services, and group facilitation, Reesie strives to address the wellbeing of trauma survivors. She most recently created and developed a therapeutic services program for an organization serving survivors of violence.
Hiwa, LLC was created out of an ardent desire to serve survivors in the highest capacity possible. It is the culmination of a decade of rewarding work and a belief that everyone is worthy of self-love, respect, and healthy relationships. Hiwa’s overall goal is to collaborate with you on practical ways to achieve balance, restoration, and freedom.
our philosophy
Reesie takes an individualized and person-centered approach to therapy. She believes you are the expert on yourself and have the ability to make active, organic choices about how you want to live.
It is Hiwa’s philosophy that the wisdom and capacity needed to heal from the experience of trauma are innate. It is our job to support you in accessing these internal capabilities and resources.
It is an honor to be of service.
