“My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive, and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.” — Maya Angelou
About
Meet Monika Hicks, LCSW
Hicks Consulting helps Black women heal beyond survival, break unhealthy cycles, and build healthier, more fulfilling lives through virtual therapy, coaching, and mental health support.
I am a purpose-driven mental health consultant committed to helping women heal beyond survival, break unhealthy cycles, and live with more intention, balance, and freedom.
Built with Black women in mind. Open to people seeking grounded support.
Monika earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Clinical Psychology from Middle Tennessee State University, followed by a Master of Science in Social Work from the University of Tennessee Knoxville in 2017. With over a decade of experience as a mental health provider in various settings, she brings a wealth of diverse experience to her practice.
As the owner of Hicks Consulting PLLC, Monika practices as an independent Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Tennessee. Her services include individual counseling, virtual support groups, and community and organizational workshops. Balancing her roles as a career woman, wife, mother, and ministry leader, Monika is particularly passionate about supporting African American women who identify as “A Strong Black Woman.” Grounded in her strong Christian faith, she feels called to uplift and support individuals through times of transition. Monika is affectionately known as a mindset shifter.
Using Solution Focused Therapy, Monika’s practice is dedicated to helping those experiencing depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship issues, and the challenges of balancing multiple responsibilities. She is committed to destigmatizing mental health and counseling by creating therapeutic safe spaces.
Beyond her professional commitments, Monika is a devoted wife and mother of two. In her free time, she enjoys international travel, trying new restaurants, and dancing like no one is watching.
Steady, practical, emotionally aware support.
Monika’s work centers healing beyond survival, emotional intelligence, boundaries, self-trust, burnout recovery, and healthier relationship patterns. Her style is warm and direct, with an emphasis on helping people make decisions that support the life they actually want to live.
Featured by Memphis Voyager.
The interview shares more about Monika’s background, her business story, and the experiences that shaped Hicks Consulting.