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Mental Health Consultation

What is a Mental Health Consultation?

A mental health consultation bridges the gap between knowledge and understanding. At Akoma Mental Health Services, we provide consultations to laypersons, offering clear, culturally informed insights into mental health. These sessions are designed to educate individuals, families, churches, and community groups about mental health diagnoses, treatment approaches, and wellness strategies, empowering them to better understand themselves or support loved ones on their journey.

For licensed therapists, Akoma offers peer consultation, creating a collaborative space to refine clinical skills and enhance professional growth. From exploring treatment modalities to mastering documentation and diagnostic impressions, these consultations provide support and guidance tailored to the needs of mental health professionals. Whether you’re seeking education or professional development, Akoma is here to guide the way.


Speaking EngagEments

Available for workshops, trainings, panel discussions, podcasts, faith based events, conferences and community engagement events. Past topics include:

 

  • Mental Health Awareness in the African American community

  • Teen Mental Health and Social Media Usage

  • Women Empowerment

  • Self Esteem/Self Love

  • Faith and Mental Health Treatment

  • Self-Care for the Helping Professional

  • And more…

Our Services

  • Peer consultations are a chance for us, as professionals, to sit down together and talk through the real challenges that come with this work. Whether you need another set of eyes on a complex case, guidance with documentation, or just space to process and gain perspective, I offer supportive feedback and practical strategies. My goal is to help you feel more confident, grounded, and equipped to show up fully for the people you serve.

  • Ready to take the next step?
    Schedule a 1-on-1 consultation with me to gain clarity, create a plan, and move forward with confidence. Together, we’ll focus on your unique goals and design strategies tailored to you.

  • Mentoring is about more than guidance, it’s about walking alongside you as you step into this field with fresh eyes and big goals. For new social workers or those considering the profession, I provide honest insight, encouragement, and practical advice to help you navigate the early stages of your career. From understanding what to expect in the field to building confidence in your skills, I’m here to support you as you grow into the professional you’re becoming.

  • I’m a J.U.M.P. Coach, which stands for Just Unleash My Potential. I help women move from stuck to soaring by pushing past fear, overthinking, and self-doubt so they can activate their purpose and take bold action. Through coaching, strategy, and purpose-aligned support, I help them not just dream, but leap into what’s already within them.

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Upcoming EVENTS

Join me at upcoming events where we’ll dive into powerful conversations about mental health, self-discovery, and empowerment! Whether I’m speaking, leading a workshop, or engaging in panel discussions, each event is an opportunity to learn, grow, and connect. Don’t miss the chance to be part of these transformative experiences—check out where I’ll be next!

Black Girls in Social Work COnference

September 12-14, 2025, Charlotte, NC

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Conference Program

Black Girls in Social Work Homecoming Conference 2025



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““ Living in the moment means letting go of the past and not waiting for the future. it means living your life counsciously, aware that each moment you breathe is a gift

Orpah Winfrey

What’s stopping you?

Shevonne Matthews, LCSW-C
Licensed Clinical Social Worker

I am so eager to work with you.

You do not have to journey alone. I am willing to walk beside you until you reach your destination. I am only a phone call, or email, away.

Ready to take the next step in your journey? Schedule an Envision Your Purpose call, where we’ll explore your needs, goals, and how I can support you along the way. This free 15-minute conversation is the perfect way to see if we’re the right fit to work together—let’s start building the future you deserve!

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