Meet the Team

Taniek is a Marriage and Family Therapist and is the proud Owner & CEO of TAG Inspires, LLC.  She serves as an adjunct faculty at Drexel University and University of Pennsylvania. She holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology from Lincoln University and a Masters of Family Therapy Degree from Drexel University. She is an Approved Supervisor through the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy and an honorable member of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women-PA Chapter. Taniek is a licensed therapist in both Pennsylvania and New York.  

With over 16 years in the field, Taniek offers her expertise not only as a therapist; but as a motivational speaker, panelist, keynote speaker and presenter. She has been featured on Marriage Underdogs Radio Show, Wurd Radio and other streaming platforms. Throughout her career, she has held positions as a Clinical Supervisor, Director of Family Therapy and Truancy Prevention Program and Outpatient Therapist. Taniek has taken special interest in empowering the black and brown community. As a first-generation Jamaican, she not only offers her expertise but her experience in the Caribbean population.

In clinical practice, Taniek specializes in working with couples and individuals who face intimacy related issues. Her specialties include sexual disorders, discrepancies in sexual desire, diverse relationships (ethical non-monogamy, open relationships, swinging, etc.) exploring sexual identities, premarital/marital counseling, infidelity and other common relationship issues. As a PREPARE Enrich Facilitator, Taniek is certified to provide premarital and marital counseling. She is currently training to become a Certified Sex Therapist.

Taniek is committed to the mission of her practice, which is to empower and inspire others to embrace their full sense of self and complex identities. She believes in the power of radical healing, creating safe spaces and providing marginalized populations access to emotional and mental health care. Through her clinical work, she supports individuals and couples in understanding how societal pressures & “norms”, systemic racism and generational trauma impacts one’s understanding of “love” and forming healthy relationships.

Taniek is only accepting self-pay clients. She offers great packaging fees and sliding scales. Please contact her to schedule your consultation. 

License# PA: MF000813; NY: 002216-01

Licenses can be verified through:

Pennsylvania Department of State www.dos.pa.gov

NY State Office of the Professions www.op.nysed.gov

Melissa Holly has been with TAG Inspires, LLC since 2021. She has a background in Customer Service and Operations Management. 

Melissa is a native of Brooklyn, NY and takes great pride in being a mother and a wife. Melissa is passionate about serving women & children. She lends her talents in supporting community events and volunteering in schools. 

Melissa is committed to the mission and vision of TAG Inspires, LLC. Through her role she demonstrates expertise in administrative management, coordinating projects, operational efficiency, and fostering a positive team culture.

Kayla is a graduate from Delaware State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science. Kayla later received her Master's of Arts Degree in Professional Clinical counseling from Lasalle University as a Masters Level Clinician. Kayla’s passion for helping people, gained knowledge and life’s experiences has led her to specialize in working with individuals of all backgrounds, ages 14 and up. Additionally, she specializes in anxiety, depression , grief and loss, daily stressors, self-esteem, and physical wellness. 

To help clients approach these challenges, Kayla utilizes a variety of therapeutic techniques including, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person Centered Therapy and Gestalt Therapy. Through using her knowledge, gained tools and experiences; she aims to provide empathy, a nonjudgmental environment to help people develop honest self-exploration and insight into one’s true self and gain a happy, healthy, and fulfilling life while dealing with the difficult challenges life may bring.

Shaniyah holds a Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Drexel University. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, Shaniyah supports African American individuals, couples, and families of diverse backgrounds to be inspired and empowered to overcome adversity, discover pathways to healing and change, and have fulfilling life connections. Shaniyah works to foster healing and normalize addressing pain within the African American community. She believes that everyone can grow and transform, individually and in relationships, with the right support.

Shaniyah creates a nurturing, safe, encouraging, and culturally inclusive space for clients to dive deep into their inner selves, explore resources for personal growth, address pain, and for relational restoration. Relationally, Shaniyah’s clinical work addresses the effects of early attachment wounds and ruptures on both individual well-being and relational dynamics. She recognizes them as foundational elements in resolving personal and interpersonal struggles and works to help clients foster and strengthen their relationships. In her work with couples, she focuses on coupling concerns rooted in communication, emotional barriers, infidelity, and intimacy.

Shaniyah takes a special interest in working with the African American emerging adulthood population with challenges such as anxiety, identity and self-esteem concerns, career changes, attachment wounds, and sources of trauma. Her previous work in the foster care system revealed the deep impact of family and systemic issues on vulnerable youth and family dynamics and solidified her purpose in the field. This experience deepened her passion for fostering healing both individually and in relationships, while helping clients build meaningful relationships, and strengthened her dedication to serving marginalized communities. She is committed to providing compassionate, insightful, and skillful therapeutic care to support individuals, couples, and families in navigating challenges and achieving growth. 

Nia Simmons is a therapy intern and is a first-year graduate student at Drexel University's Marriage and Family Therapy Program. Throughout their studies, Nia is developing skills in a range of therapy models and currently utilizes a system's and trauma-informed approach to understanding individual's experiences. Nia is eager to continue their learning under the guidance of licensed therapists to hone their knowledge and further support their clients.

As a couples and family therapy intern, Nia is focused on constructing an environment of care with their clients so they can feel safe to explore themselves and develop skills that best accommodate their needs. They believe that community is integral to healing, and encourages those they serve to tap into their community and existing support networks to promote collective healing and liberation. Nia is looking forward to exploring somatic and narrative approaches to healing and working with folks experiencing grief, exploring relational and family dynamics, and living with disabilities. At the heart of their clinical work is a dedication to supporting and investing in the healing of those who are marginalized or navigating systems of oppression with a focus on serving Black Americans, the LGBTQIA+ community, and adolescents.

Nia earned a bachelor's degree in Public Health, Africana Studies, and Sociology with a concentration in health disparities, from Rutgers University - New Brunswick. Nia's focus has always been on learning ways to best serve their communities. While completing their undergraduate studies, Nia worked with a developmental psychologist on a YPAR (Youth Participatory Action Research) research project. During this time, Nia worked with high-school students in Newark, New Jersey, aiding them in their own research to increase mental health awareness in their school, and interviewing them about their feelings of belongingness. This experience, along with many others, was instrumental in Nia's decision to become a Marriage and Family Therapist.