About Us
Our Mission
At Ready for Therapy, our mission is to empower individuals—especially those new to the therapy space—to take the lead in their healing journey with compassion, clarity, and confidence. We believe therapy should feel human, not clinical, and that healing happens best in a space that’s warm, inclusive, and judgment-free.
Our Vision
At Ready for Therapy, we envision a world where mental health care is accessible, embraced, and understood.
We are committed to redefining what therapy looks and feels like by making it more human, more relatable, and deeply rooted in real-life experiences. Our goal is to create healing spaces where people feel seen, safe, and supported as they take meaningful steps toward growth, self-awareness, and lasting change.
Our Values
At Ready for Therapy, our values are at the heart of how we show up—for every client, every session, every time. They guide how we connect, support, and grow with those we serve. We believe everyone deserves A.C.C.E.S.S. to care that feels safe, empowering, and authentic.
🅰️ Acceptance
We honor you as you are—without judgment, without expectations. Your lived experience belongs here.
🌐 Collaboration
Therapy is a partnership. You lead, we support—working together to move toward the life you want.
🎓 Competence
We bring skilled, evidence-based, and compassionate care to every session—rooted in continual growth & cultural humility.
💛 Empathy
You’ll be met with kindness, curiosity, and care. We’re here to truly understand, not to fix or label.
🌱 Self-Determination
You are the expert in your own life. Our role is to support your choices and help you trust your voice.
🛠️ Support
Whether you're just starting or continuing your journey, we provide grounded, practical support every step of the way.
Clinical Director
(Phonetically pronounced: Va-Knee-Qwah)
Hi, I’m Vaniqua, a licensed clinical social worker in Nevada and the founder of Ready for Therapy. I bring over 15 years of professional experience in social work, with the past 10 years focused on offering crisis-based support.
My background spans a wide range of meaningful work:
Guiding women through their prenatal journeys
Helping individuals and families navigate end-of-life care in hospice
Supporting children and families in educational systems
Offering care to those surviving trauma
Treating those recovering from substance use disorders and suicidal ideation
I am experienced in working with women transitioning through the perinatal period or work towards overcoming postpartum/perinatal symptoms as a result of pregnancy, miscarry, childbirth, or infertility. I am a Certified Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) provider. Additionally, I am a STAR Provider—trained in to serve military service members, veterans, and their families. provider. This work is close to my heart, as I am have had my own perinatal challenges, I am a trauma survivor, and the child of a U.S. Air Force veteran.