Let Us Help You Lift the Weight

Specialize in Behavioral Performance & Relational Discipline specifically among athletes.

Why Choose Weight of the World Counseling & Coaching?

Licensed Professional Counseling

Holistic Therapy & Coaching Approach

Confidential & Judgment-Free Environment

Virtual & In-Person Options

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about Me

Where Mental Health Meets Personal Growth & Wellness

Jimia Stokes MS, LPC, NCC

Founder | Licensed Professional Counselor | Coach

Jimia Stokes received her undergraduate, Bachelor of Science degree at Texas Woman’s University in Community Health and her Graduate Health Science degree in Addiction Studies with a Counseling concentration at Governor’s State University. Jimia currently is in private practice as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), specializing in relationship coaching and the issues that many athletes across all sports disciplines face. She is a Nationally Certified Counselor through the National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC), a member of the American Counseling Association (ACA. Her primary research focused on stress and substance use and its relationship between coping, adjustment and health. She is a contributing author in a book publication Stress in the Modern World.

Jimia is an experienced facilitator; she has over 20 years of social service experience that has addressed community-level health and social issues. Jimia is a strong advocate for the underserved population; her core belief is that everyone should be provided with the opportunity to do better and solve their own problems, by helping to increase self-efficacy thereby assisting them with their ability to learn to live a more productive, prosperous, and happy life.

Our Services

Compassionate Care for the Whole Person

At Weight of the World Counseling & Coaching, we offer integrative mental health and wellness services designed to support emotional healing, personal development, healthy relationships, and overall well-being. Our services are trauma-informed, client-centered, and tailored to meet you where you are.

Individual Counseling & Coaching

Relationship counseling and coaching support individuals and couples as they navigate communication issues, trust concerns, emotional disconnection, and major relationship transitions.

Virtual & Teletherapy Counseling

Virtual and teletherapy services allow you to receive high-quality counseling and coaching from the comfort of your home or preferred space. This option is ideal for clients with busy schedules, limited mobility.

Trauma-Informed Private Practice

Our trauma-informed approach recognizes the impact of past experiences on present emotional and behavioral patterns. We prioritize safety, empowerment, and collaboration.

LPC Supervision

We offer Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) supervision for clinicians seeking professional development, ethical guidance, and clinical skill enhancement. Supervision is grounded in support, accountability, and growth.

Boxing Physical Wellness

Our upcoming Boxing Physical Wellness program will integrate physical movement with mental resilience, emotional regulation, and confidence-building. (Coming Late 2026)

Relationship Expert

Expert guidance for individuals and couples seeking clarity, growth, and effective strategies to strengthen, repair, or redefine their relationships at any stage.

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Meet the Team

At Weight of the World Counseling & Coaching, our team is dedicated to creating a safe, supportive, and empowering environment where individuals and couples can heal, grow, and thrive.