Umeka Wright LPC shared their story and experiences with us recently and you can find our conversation below.
Umeka , we’re thrilled to have you with us today. Before we jump into your intro and the heart of the interview, let’s start with a bit of an ice breaker: Are you walking a path—or wandering?
I am definitely walking a path. As a true follower of my Lord and Savior, I strive daily to follow the path He has set before me. My journey is intentional and purpose driven, rooted in faith and guided by obedience. At this time my path includes completing my doctoral degree, continuing to bring awareness to the vital connection between mental health and athletics, and creating spaces where athletes and communities can thrive. I know where I am going because I know Who I am following.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
My name is Umeka Wright, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and the founder of Making It Wright Counseling and Consulting. My passion and purpose are centered on helping athletes, coaches, cheerleaders, and dancers strengthen their mental health while excelling in the high-pressure environments of sports and performance.
What makes my work unique is that I understand the athlete’s journey, not only the victories and highlights but also the quiet struggles that often go unseen. I provide counseling, workshops, and wellness programs that address issues such as performance anxiety, identity beyond sports, emotional regulation, and life balance. I focus on building confidence, resilience, and clarity that extend beyond the game, the mat, or the stage.
At Making It Wright Counseling and Consulting, we believe mental health is just as essential as physical training. By creating safe and supportive spaces, I help athletes and performers show up fully, both in competition and in life. I am excited about expanding my work with sports organizations and performance teams to make sure every athlete, coach, cheerleader, and dancer knows that their mental well-being truly matters.
Great, so let’s dive into your journey a bit more. Who taught you the most about work?
The greatest lessons I have learned about work came from my father. His work ethic is unmatched. When I think of the quote, ‘To be early is to be on time, to be on time is to be late,’ I think of him. Punctuality is his thing, and he never had to lecture about the importance of work ethic, attendance, or consistency because he lived it.
He recently retired after 44 years with the same company, which speaks to his loyalty and dedication. For as long as I can remember, he worked a full time job while also officiating basketball and volleyball games. Many nights and weekends were spent on the road traveling to high school and college games. He would leave one job and head straight into another without a single complaint.
Watching him taught me that true commitment is not about words, it is about how you show up. His example shaped my own path and reminds me daily that success is not only about what you accomplish but about the faithfulness, preparation, and excellence you bring to every opportunity.
If you could say one kind thing to your younger self, what would it be?
I would tell younger Umeka to keep going. You may not see it now, but everything you are walking through is preparing you for the woman you are becoming. You are stronger than you think, wiser than you know, and capable of more than you imagine. Trust God, trust the process, and never forget that you are that girl.
Alright, so if you are open to it, let’s explore some philosophical questions that touch on your values and worldview. Is the public version of you the real you?
Absolutely! 100% me. Being someone else is exhausting, and I believe there is freedom in authenticity. Life is too short to shrink who you are, so I choose to walk boldly in who He called me to be. God created me with purpose, and I honor Him by showing up fully as myself every single time.
Before we go, we’d love to hear your thoughts on some longer-run, legacy type questions. Are you doing what you were born to do—or what you were told to do?
I was born for this. The work I do is not something I stumbled into or was told to do, it is something I was called to do. My path in counseling, consulting, and wellness is purpose-driven. I know that God placed me here to help others, to advocate for mental health, and to create spaces where people can thrive. That is not just a career, it is a calling.
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- Website: https://www.makingitwright.com
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