BEYOND LIMITS

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Meet Akiva

Akiva S. Harris, MS, LPC

CEO & Clinical Director

“My goal is to help you create a life that feels as peaceful on the inside as it appears successful on the outside.”

Her story

People often ask me why I became a therapist.

The answer is simple, but deeply personal.

I know this work is part of my purpose.

It’s more than a career. It’s a calling. It’s divine assignment.

Growing up, I witnessed how trauma, adversity, and limited opportunities shape the way people see themselves and what they believe is possible for their lives. Over time, I began to recognize something else—many of us, especially within the Black community, have inherited stories that tell us survival is enough. That struggle is normal. That peace, joy, abundance, and emotional well-being belong to someone else, and are outside of our reach.

I don’t believe that’s true.

I believe healing begins when we challenge those false narratives.

When we begin to see ourselves differently.

When we remember that our lives can be defined by more than pain or perseverance.

Beyond Limits was created from that belief.

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In 2019, while climbing a live volcano in Santorini, Greece, I found myself wanting to quit. Every step challenged the limits I had placed on myself. Reaching the summit reminded me that many of the barriers we face aren’t physical—they’re the stories we’ve learned to believe about ourselves. That experience inspired the name Beyond Limits Mental Health & Wellness and continues to shape the work I do today: helping people move beyond fear, old patterns, and the beliefs that keep them from living fully.

My vision has always been larger than helping people cope. I want people to heal deeply enough to build lives filled with peace, purpose, healthy relationships, and possibilities they may have never believed were available to them.

Because I believe the greatest limits we experience are often the ones we’ve been taught to accept.

And when those limits begin to fall away…

everything changes.

A Little More About Me

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified in Prolonged Exposure Therapy, and the CEO and Clinical Director of Beyond Limits Mental Health & Wellness. After more than a decade of helping individuals and families heal from trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions, I remain just as passionate today as when I began. My approach blends evidence-based care with compassion, cultural understanding, and the belief that every person has the capacity to heal and thrive.

I believe healing isn’t about becoming someone new. It’s about returning to the person you were always meant to be.

My goal is to help you create a life that feels as peaceful on the inside as it appears successful on the outside.
  • MS, Chestnut Hill College
  • LPC — PA & NJ
  • Certified, Prolonged Exposure Therapy
Mission

Our mission is to provide culturally responsive, evidence-based therapy that helps individuals heal at the root, break free from patterns that no longer serve them, and create lives marked by peace, purpose, and lasting emotional wellness.

Vision

Our vision is to become a premier healing and wellness center where evidence-based mental health care, holistic healing practices, and community-centered services come together to transform lives, strengthen families, and inspire generational healing.

Care from people who get it.

Our clinicians share one belief: identity, culture, and lived experience are part of healing — not separate from it.

Akiva S. Harris, MS, LPC — CEO & Clinical Director

Trauma, Life Transitions, Anxiety
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Dana Pierre Paul, MS, LAMFT

Marriage & Family Therapist
  • Individuals, couples, and families
  • Mindfulness, meditation, and sound healing
  • Certified in Sound Healing and Prolonged Exposure Treatment
Healing happens through connection—to yourself, to others, and to the parts of you that have been waiting to be seen, heard, and understood.
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Robert King Graves, MSW, LSW

Mental Health Clinician
  • High-functioning adults
  • Anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions
  • Children — art-based interventions
Growth begins with honesty. Many of the people I work with are successful, dependable, and constantly showing up for everyone else—but when it comes to themselves, they’re stuck in patterns that keep them from experiencing the life they truly want.
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Izzy Vazquez, MHS, LCADC, LAPC

Clinician, Administrator & Educator
  • Substance use, addiction, co-occurring mental health conditions
  • Bilingual — English and Spanish
  • More than 25 years of experience in behavioral health
Healing isn’t just about understanding why you’re struggling—it’s about developing the tools, structure, and skills to create lasting change.
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Dana Pierre Paul, MS, LAMFT

Marriage & Family Therapist

Healing happens through connection—to yourself, to others, and to the parts of you that have been waiting to be seen, heard, and understood.

As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I help individuals, couples, and families break unhealthy cycles, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful, lasting change. My approach is holistic, client-centered, and deeply rooted in the belief that healing involves the mind, body, and spirit. Every session is thoughtfully tailored to your unique experiences, goals, and strengths.

I have a passion for helping clients explore how family history, cultural identity, and life experiences shape the way they see themselves and relate to others. Together, we’ll gently uncover the patterns that no longer serve you while creating new ways of responding with greater self-awareness, compassion, and intention.

Clients often describe me as warm, compassionate, and easy to talk to. I strive to create a space where you feel safe enough to be vulnerable, supported enough to grow, and empowered enough to embrace lasting transformation. Whether we’re processing trauma, navigating relationship challenges, working through grief, or managing anxiety and life transitions, my goal is to walk alongside you with empathy, curiosity, and care.

In addition to traditional therapeutic approaches, I enjoy incorporating holistic wellness practices when appropriate, including mindfulness, meditation, and sound healing, to support emotional regulation, nervous system healing, and overall wellbeing. I am certified in Sound Healing and Prolonged Exposure Treatment.

I believe healing doesn’t happen in isolation—it happens in relationship. My hope is that our work together not only transforms your life today but creates healthier patterns that positively impact your relationships, your family, and future generations.

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Robert King Graves, MSW, LSW

Mental Health Clinician

Growth begins with honesty.

Many of the people I work with are successful, dependable, and constantly showing up for everyone else—but when it comes to themselves, they’re stuck in patterns that keep them from experiencing the life they truly want. My role isn’t to tell you what you want to hear. My role is to help you see what you may not be able to see on your own.

My clients often describe me as approachable, down-to-earth, and easy to talk to. Our sessions feel like real conversations built on trust, respect, and authenticity. I’ll laugh with you, encourage you, and create a space where you feel comfortable being yourself. But I’ll also challenge you when necessary because lasting change requires honest self-reflection.

I believe healing begins when we’re willing to take an honest look at ourselves. Together, we’ll identify unhealthy patterns, explore how past experiences continue to influence your present, and develop practical strategies to help you create meaningful, lasting change.

I especially enjoy working with high-functioning adults navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions, and the pressure of always being the strong one. I also have a passion for working with children, using creative and expressive approaches—including art-based interventions—to help them communicate, process emotions, and build healthy coping skills in ways that feel natural and engaging.

Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply ready for something different, my goal is to help you gain the insight, confidence, and tools to create the life you deserve.

Sometimes the greatest breakthrough begins with someone holding up the mirror—and walking beside you as you grow.

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Izzy Vazquez, MHS, LCADC, LAPC

Clinician, Administrator & Educator

Healing isn’t just about understanding why you’re struggling—it’s about developing the tools, structure, and skills to create lasting change.

With more than 25 years of experience in behavioral health, I help individuals who are ready to move beyond feeling stuck and begin taking intentional steps toward healthier, more fulfilling lives. My approach is structured, collaborative, and goal-oriented. Together, we’ll identify what’s getting in the way of your progress, create a clear treatment plan, and build practical strategies you can apply outside of our sessions.

I have extensive experience working with individuals navigating substance use, addiction, co-occurring mental health conditions, anxiety, depression, trauma, and major life transitions. Whether you’re working toward recovery, rebuilding after difficult experiences, or simply looking for greater stability, I’m committed to helping you develop the insight and skills needed to create meaningful, lasting change. I am certified in Prolonged Exposure Treatment.

As a bilingual therapist, I’m honored to provide culturally responsive care in both English and Spanish, helping individuals and families feel understood, supported, and empowered throughout their healing journey.

I believe therapy is most effective when it extends beyond the therapy room. My clients can expect a structured, evidence-based approach that often includes practical exercises, skill-building, and strategies to help them continue making progress between sessions. Together, we’ll celebrate your successes, work through challenges, and stay focused on the goals that matter most to you.

Healing is a process—and you don’t have to navigate it alone.

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