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MISSION FOR AUTHENTICITY
Tammy Austin
Author & CEO, Authentically You Counseling
Tammy Austin, the driving force and visionary at the helm of Authentically You Counseling, has a wealth of experience in mental health. Tammy has not only steered the company toward success but has also pioneered innovative strategies to address the evolving needs of individuals and organizations seeking transformative growth.
In this exclusive interview, VBD Magazine uncovers Tammy’s insights on the best ways to improve mental health, the services offered by Authentically You Counseling, and her writing legacy. Get ready to explore the journey of a CEO who is not just leading but is also shaping the future of mental health and personal development.
“When I started my business, it was known as Journey’s End Counseling which signifies a place of rest after struggling with an issue, finding clarity, and gaining peace for the journey,” Tammy reveals. “I’m on a mission to help all my clients experience true authenticity and empowerment in their lives. To this end, Journey’s End Counseling has a new name, Authentically You Counseling, as of 2023. The website is still Journey’s End Counseling, however the DBA allows a greater emphasis on authenticity.”
SHAPING TOMORROW
Tammy founded Journey’s End Counseling in 2003 before fully dedicating herself to her practice in 2006. A practitioner with a foundation in faith-based and trauma training, she seamlessly integrates clinical and spiritual perspectives into her therapeutic approach, aligning with the unique expressions of each client.
In addition to her roles as an entrepreneur and therapist, Tammy extends her influence as a speaker, having led sessions for women’s encounter groups, women’s health conferences, and the Central Florida International of Black Women’s Congress Red Dress Event. As a testament to her commitment to emotional well-being, Tammy is a passionate cyclist who achieved her target of cycling 2400 miles in 2021. Furthermore, she actively engages in half marathons and 5K races, aligning with causes that support women’s issues, as well as participating in the Rock and Roll Series that promotes healthy lifestyles.
Tammy has been married to Andre Austin for 36 years. They have two daughters and adopted a chocolate Labrador named Malachai.
FROM VISION TO REALITY
The origin of it all traces back to a staff meeting 19 years ago, where Tammy perceived what seemed to be a distinct voice urging her to take a leap of faith and start a private practice. Anxiety and hesitation swept over her as she grappled with the uncertainty of whether she had truly received a message from God.
“I also received a prophecy from a woman associated with a prophetic ministry featured on a local Christian television channel,” Tammy recounts. “After making a donation over the phone, I received a cassette tape in the mail a few days later containing the prophecy. The message conveyed that the practice would serve as a healing space for numerous individuals, and that courts would direct people to seek assistance from Journey’s End Counseling.”
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Connect with Tammy:
Click & Visit: www.journeysendcounseling.com
Click & Visit: www.therapyunchained.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jecounseling
