Cacie Lloyd
Licensed Associate Professional Counselor
“Shame dies when stories are told in safe places.” – Ann Voskamp
Many of us carry emotional wounds that quietly shape how we relate to ourselves, others, and the world. This can leave us feeling stuck or overwhelmed without fully understanding why. I believe healing begins when we approach our life stories with curiosity and compassion rather than self-criticism, shame, or judgment. Engaging our life stories allows us to uncover the roots of the patterns we struggle with and helps us see how these patterns fit within the context of our experiences. My role as a therapist is to gently guide you through the process of exploring your story in a safe, supportive space.
Drawing from psychodynamic, attachment-based, and relational approaches, as well as trauma-informed care, I come alongside you with empathy, warmth, and a grounded presence. When our pain is witnessed with care, its intensity softens, creating space for growth and new patterns of relating to emerge.
My own journey has been one of God meeting me in my brokenness, showing me his tender love and heart for healing. This fuels my deep passion for walking with others as they, too, seek freedom, peace, and wholeness. I am especially drawn to working with those who seem to have it all together on the outside but feel a sense of inner stuckness, living with patterns of people-pleasing, perfectionism, self-doubt, and performing for worth. You may find yourself prioritizing others’ needs, struggling to set boundaries, or feeling responsible for keeping the peace in your relationships, even when it leaves you exhausted. At the same time, you may long to live more freely and authentically.
No matter where you find yourself, your story matters. Therapy can be a sacred space to lay down what is heavy, name what has been hidden, and move toward the healing and freedom you were created for. It would be an honor to walk alongside you.
Areas of Interest
● Codependency
● Self Esteem
● Anxiety
● Depression
● Trauma and PTSD
● Family of Origin Issues
● Grief
● People Pleasing
● Perfectionism
● Relationship Issues
● Attachment
● Guilt and shame
● Life Transitions
● Works with individuals ages 18+ and couples
Education
Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling- Liberty University, Lynchburg, VA
Master of Arts in Pastoral Counseling- Regent University, Virginia Beach, VA
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Interpersonal Communication- University of Jamestown, Jamestown, ND.
Experience
I have been a part of the Valley Christian Counseling & Wellness team since 2024.
I am a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor and have been in practice since 2025.
I completed my master’s-level practicum and internship under Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor Marna Klug and am currently supervised by Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor Kristin Sharbono as I work toward advanced licensure.