Khadija Hankerson, LMSW

Khadija believes that meaningful change begins with feeling seen, heard, and understood. She brings warmth, curiosity, and compassion to her work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Grounded in attachment theory, her approach honors the ways our relationships, experiences, and cultural identities shape who we are.

Khadija holds a Master of Social Work from New York University and a Master of Arts in Child Development from Sarah Lawrence College. She is certified in Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP), has completed specialized training in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT), and is pursuing advanced training in Sexuality Educated and Erotically Informed Therapy (SEE-IT). Her integrative approach draws from attachment-based interventions, play therapy, CBT, ACT, and DBT skills.

Khadija supports clients navigating anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, parenting challenges, relationship difficulties, and life transitions. She also has a particular interest in sexual health and wellness, helping individuals and couples explore intimacy, desire, sexual identity, and the emotional and relational factors that influence sexual well-being. She approaches these conversations with openness, sensitivity, and a nonjudgmental perspective, recognizing sexual wellness as an important part of overall emotional health and meaningful connection.

Above all, Khadija values building genuine, trusting relationships with her clients, helping them feel empowered to navigate life's challenges with greater confidence, self-compassion, and connection.

Fee: $250 per session