Dr. Tia Brisco shared their story and experiences with us recently and you can find our conversation below.
Dr. Tia , 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: What are you most proud of building — that nobody sees?
There are days when imposter syndrome pops up uninvited, but I’ve learned to meet it with a mix of humor and grit. Years of clinical work taught me how to manage clients; this stage is teaching me how to lead a team and dream bigger. And the best part? I’m not doing it alone. Dr. Kinney and I like to joke that we’re in our ‘boss lady era’—building something bigger than ourselves, even when no one else sees the long nights, the mindset work, and the pep talks behind the scenes.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
Hi, I’m Dr. Tia Brisco, PsyD, LMFT. I’m a multi-state licensed marriage and family therapist and the co-founder and Clinical Operations Director of Purple Path Counseling Center. I’ve spent years supporting individuals, families, and organizations in building stronger mental health and resilience.
Purple Path was created with deep intention. My co-founder, Dr. Stephanie Kinney, and I named it in honor of our grandmothers, whose love, strength, and wisdom shaped our journeys. The purple reflects their favorite color, and the ‘path’ symbolizes the courage and compassion they taught us to carry forward.
Today, Purple Path provides therapy, crisis support, wellness training, and consulting services for both individuals and organizations. We’re also deeply committed to growing the next generation of therapists, offering supervision and opportunities for clinical interns to gain their licensure hours in Nevada.
For us, Purple Path is more than a practice—it’s a legacy of love, leadership, and growth, serving our clients, our community, and our profession.
Okay, so here’s a deep one: Who taught you the most about work?
The person who taught me the most about work is my grandmother. She had this incredible way of doing everything—big or small—with love. Whether it was cooking a meal, helping a neighbor, or taking on something tough, she showed me that the ‘how’ is just as important as the ‘what.’
That’s stuck with me in my career. No matter if I’m seeing a client, running a training, or managing my practice, I always come back to her example: lead with care, treat people like they matter, and let love show up in the work. It’s a standard that’s carried me through every step of my professional journey.
What did suffering teach you that success never could?
Suffering taught me something success never could—that strength isn’t always loud, and progress doesn’t always look like a straight line. My hardest moments showed me the value of grace, patience, and vulnerability. They taught me how to sit with discomfort, to rebuild confidence when imposter syndrome whispered the loudest, and to lead with empathy because I know what it feels like to struggle.
Those seasons of suffering made me more resilient and more human. They’re the reason I can show up for my clients, interns, and organizations with compassion and courage. Success celebrates what we’ve built; suffering shaped who I am while I was building it
Sure, so let’s go deeper into your values and how you think. What’s a belief or project you’re committed to, no matter how long it takes?
If there’s one thing I’m committed to for the long haul, it’s helping people become the best versions of themselves. Whether it’s a client in therapy, an employee finding their footing, or an intern working toward licensure, I believe everyone has untapped potential.
For me, it’s not about quick wins—it’s about planting seeds and watching people grow at their own pace. I love creating spaces where people feel safe, challenged, and supported enough to step into who they were meant to be. That’s a lifelong mission for me, and it never feels like work.
Okay, so let’s keep going with one more question that means a lot to us: If you retired tomorrow, what would your customers miss most?
If I retired tomorrow, I think people would miss the vibe more than anything. At Purple Path, we’re not just cranking out therapy sessions or trainings—we show up real. We celebrate wins, laugh through the chaos, and hold space when life gets heavy.
Clients, organizations, even our interns—they know we’re all-in. We don’t just clock hours; we invest in people. And yes, we bring a little humor into the serious stuff because mental health is heavy enough—you need someone who can help you breathe through it.
So, if I walked away, I think people would miss that mix of care, accountability, and, let’s be honest, a little boss-lady energy that makes Purple Path feel like more than a practice—it’s a community.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.purplepathcounselingcenter.com
- Instagram: purplepathcounselingcenter
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