Black and African American Therapists in Christiansburg, VA
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Rhonda M Bryant
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Christiansburg, VA 24068 (Online Only)
Overcoming depression, anxiety, and trauma is possible. My approach to therapy includes active listening and empathetic understanding. Together, my clients and I can find practical solutions to the challenges that depression, anxiety, and trauma bring. I work with adolescents, college students, and adults at any stage of life, with additional expertise in substance use counseling, counseling women, and military/veteran servicemembers and their family members.
Overcoming depression, anxiety, and trauma is possible. My approach to therapy includes active listening and empathetic understanding. Together, my clients and I can find practical solutions to the challenges that depression, anxiety, and trauma bring. I work with adolescents, college students, and adults at any stage of life, with additional expertise in substance use counseling, counseling women, and military/veteran servicemembers and their family members.
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Rosa Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Christiansburg, VA 24073 (Online Only)
I enjoy working with adolescents and adults to address the following issues: depression, anxiety, pre-marital & marriage issues; race-related issues/social justice; weight loss; academic issues; life planning & decision making; low-self esteem, and parent-child issues. Many of my clients are couples, undergraduate & professional students, K-12 educators, college/university faculty & staff, health care professionals, clergy/spiritual leaders, first responders and law enforcement officers.
I enjoy working with adolescents and adults to address the following issues: depression, anxiety, pre-marital & marriage issues; race-related issues/social justice; weight loss; academic issues; life planning & decision making; low-self esteem, and parent-child issues. Many of my clients are couples, undergraduate & professional students, K-12 educators, college/university faculty & staff, health care professionals, clergy/spiritual leaders, first responders and law enforcement officers.
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Shaterra Walker
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Christiansburg, VA 24073
I enjoy working with adolescents, young adults, and adults. With my clients, I enjoy working with the following issues: depression, anxiety, self-esteem/body image, career decision-making, life planning, and academic issues.
I enjoy working with adolescents, young adults, and adults. With my clients, I enjoy working with the following issues: depression, anxiety, self-esteem/body image, career decision-making, life planning, and academic issues.
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My ideal client is someone open-minded, eager to learn and grow. They seek understanding and solutions, deeply wanting to evolve personally or professionally. They value collaboration and are willing to invest in their development to achieve their goals.
My ideal client is someone open-minded, eager to learn and grow. They seek understanding and solutions, deeply wanting to evolve personally or professionally. They value collaboration and are willing to invest in their development to achieve their goals.
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The type of client that I am most interested in working with is someone who is eager and prepared to make positive changes in their life. They should be willing to put in the necessary effort to achieve their goals. I appreciate individuals who are in touch with their true motivations and believe that they have the ability to accomplish more than their present situation may indicate.
The type of client that I am most interested in working with is someone who is eager and prepared to make positive changes in their life. They should be willing to put in the necessary effort to achieve their goals. I appreciate individuals who are in touch with their true motivations and believe that they have the ability to accomplish more than their present situation may indicate.
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At Light Counseling, our team of professionally trained and compassionate clinicians are here to help you overcome life’s challenges with evidence-based practices and a distinctly Christian approach. Our professionals specialize in helping with many of the following issues: ADD/ADHD, Adolescence Adjustments, Alcohol Abuse and Addictions, Anger Management, Anxiety, Attachment Disorders, Child Abuse/Victim Support, Childhood Behavioral Problems, Compulsions, Depression, Drug Abuse and Addiction, Family Issues, Grief and Loss, Infidelity, Marital Stress, Men’s Issues, Obsession, Panic Attacks, Parenting and Step-Parenting Concerns, Phobias, Pornography, Post Traumatic Stress Issues, and more.
At Light Counseling, our team of professionally trained and compassionate clinicians are here to help you overcome life’s challenges with evidence-based practices and a distinctly Christian approach. Our professionals specialize in helping with many of the following issues: ADD/ADHD, Adolescence Adjustments, Alcohol Abuse and Addictions, Anger Management, Anxiety, Attachment Disorders, Child Abuse/Victim Support, Childhood Behavioral Problems, Compulsions, Depression, Drug Abuse and Addiction, Family Issues, Grief and Loss, Infidelity, Marital Stress, Men’s Issues, Obsession, Panic Attacks, Parenting and Step-Parenting Concerns, Phobias, Pornography, Post Traumatic Stress Issues, and more.
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Roxana Navab-Boushehri
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Christiansburg, VA 24073
From a stay-at-home parent to a business executive ... welcome! I'm here to provide you with the opportunity to look inside, grow aware of your hidden emotions & unfulfilled needs, & resolve persistent issues interfering with your life intentions/goals. I'm here to guide you to examine what's working/not working in your approach to problems & develop an effective plan of action. I'm here to enable you to set your own pace as you target the areas of need in your life in order to strengthen your tolerance & acceptance of yourself & your significant others. Call me!
From a stay-at-home parent to a business executive ... welcome! I'm here to provide you with the opportunity to look inside, grow aware of your hidden emotions & unfulfilled needs, & resolve persistent issues interfering with your life intentions/goals. I'm here to guide you to examine what's working/not working in your approach to problems & develop an effective plan of action. I'm here to enable you to set your own pace as you target the areas of need in your life in order to strengthen your tolerance & acceptance of yourself & your significant others. Call me!
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Ruth Murray Gibbs
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Christiansburg, VA 24073
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, with over 25 years experience. My specialty is trauma/PTSD. I focus on a Neurological form of treatment, and focus on the individual needs of my clients. I treat people with other issues, such as depression, anxiety, couples counseling, bipolar, grief, and parenting help.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, with over 25 years experience. My specialty is trauma/PTSD. I focus on a Neurological form of treatment, and focus on the individual needs of my clients. I treat people with other issues, such as depression, anxiety, couples counseling, bipolar, grief, and parenting help.
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Yasmin Ramadan
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Christiansburg, VA 24068 (Online Only)
Hi there! I truly believe creating healthier relationships is connected to your overall well being and quality of life. I focus on building healthy relationships. If you experience relationships that cause anxiety or depression and/or you feel like you can't be your authentic self in your relationships, I can help. I specialize in relationships and understand that relationships can be very fulfilling to your mental health. I offer services to both individuals and couples. If you are interested in creating healthier relationships let's work together!
Hi there! I truly believe creating healthier relationships is connected to your overall well being and quality of life. I focus on building healthy relationships. If you experience relationships that cause anxiety or depression and/or you feel like you can't be your authentic self in your relationships, I can help. I specialize in relationships and understand that relationships can be very fulfilling to your mental health. I offer services to both individuals and couples. If you are interested in creating healthier relationships let's work together!
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Althea Dent
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Christiansburg, VA 24068
I desire to create an atmosphere that is comfortable and accepting and develop with my clients a collaborative therapeutic relationship. My primary goal is to come alongside the client and assist in managing issues that can cause one to feel stuck, overwhelmed or paralyzed while helping clients to move toward a more effective and rewarding life. I primarily use cognitive-behavioral, brief and solution focused therapies and techniques among other tools to develop an integrative approach that is tailored to each client individually. I also do work with engaged, dating and married couples using as customized couples assessment.
I desire to create an atmosphere that is comfortable and accepting and develop with my clients a collaborative therapeutic relationship. My primary goal is to come alongside the client and assist in managing issues that can cause one to feel stuck, overwhelmed or paralyzed while helping clients to move toward a more effective and rewarding life. I primarily use cognitive-behavioral, brief and solution focused therapies and techniques among other tools to develop an integrative approach that is tailored to each client individually. I also do work with engaged, dating and married couples using as customized couples assessment.
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Cedric Wilson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Blacksburg, VA 24061
If you find yourself preparing and bracing for that offensive comment; you regulate your speech, dress, and actions to fit in or be safe; or you navigate how much of your experiences to share for fear that you won’t be heard, or that your story will show different your reality is from others—then I want you to know that you’re not crazy, and you don’t have to go it alone. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who knows what it’s like to be immersed in spaces that don’t culturally or racially reflect me, my identity, or my values. And to live in spaces that reject me as I live into my full identity as a black man, a person of color.
If you find yourself preparing and bracing for that offensive comment; you regulate your speech, dress, and actions to fit in or be safe; or you navigate how much of your experiences to share for fear that you won’t be heard, or that your story will show different your reality is from others—then I want you to know that you’re not crazy, and you don’t have to go it alone. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who knows what it’s like to be immersed in spaces that don’t culturally or racially reflect me, my identity, or my values. And to live in spaces that reject me as I live into my full identity as a black man, a person of color.
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Bolden Therapy & Wellness, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Blacksburg, VA 24060
We are Antonio and Shameka Bolden! We established Bolden Therapy & Wellness, LLC in 2022, following our dream of creating a therapy experience as unique as we are. As Christian therapists we believe in expanding grace, hope, and acceptance. We provide grace for clients and are willing to meet them where they are without judgment. Our mission is to establish a therapeutic experience where we value and affirm individuals and families that feel unseen. We are committed to creating access for marginalized and disenfranchised groups within our community and beyond to foster healing and wellness.
We are Antonio and Shameka Bolden! We established Bolden Therapy & Wellness, LLC in 2022, following our dream of creating a therapy experience as unique as we are. As Christian therapists we believe in expanding grace, hope, and acceptance. We provide grace for clients and are willing to meet them where they are without judgment. Our mission is to establish a therapeutic experience where we value and affirm individuals and families that feel unseen. We are committed to creating access for marginalized and disenfranchised groups within our community and beyond to foster healing and wellness.
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Kayla Eding
Supervisee in Clinical Social Work, MSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Blacksburg, VA 24061 (Online Only)
In my practice, I specialize in supporting children, teens, young adults, and student athletes using evidence-based therapies such as CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing. I address a range of issues from anxiety to sports-related stress, always tailored to each client's needs. My goal is to equip individuals with coping skills, foster resilience, and provide a supportive environment for growth. I collaborate closely with parents, teachers, doctors and any other relevant figure to ensure functional and consistent progress, aiming for improved emotional well-being, academic success, and athletic performance.
In my practice, I specialize in supporting children, teens, young adults, and student athletes using evidence-based therapies such as CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing. I address a range of issues from anxiety to sports-related stress, always tailored to each client's needs. My goal is to equip individuals with coping skills, foster resilience, and provide a supportive environment for growth. I collaborate closely with parents, teachers, doctors and any other relevant figure to ensure functional and consistent progress, aiming for improved emotional well-being, academic success, and athletic performance.
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Khaliah J (Cousar) Tate
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Blacksburg, VA 24060 (Online Only)
Hi There! Sometimes life can be difficult. Anxiety, depression, relationship issues, parent/child issues, trauma-LIFE can sneak up on you. You can walk in healing from these issues and more. Sometimes you need the space and the right person to help you get unstuck and move forward in success. I have worked for over 18 years with children, adolescents, adults and families in overcoming their obstacles in mental health and addiction to walk in healing.
Hi There! Sometimes life can be difficult. Anxiety, depression, relationship issues, parent/child issues, trauma-LIFE can sneak up on you. You can walk in healing from these issues and more. Sometimes you need the space and the right person to help you get unstuck and move forward in success. I have worked for over 18 years with children, adolescents, adults and families in overcoming their obstacles in mental health and addiction to walk in healing.
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My name is Keshawna Tiggle and I'm a Licensed Professional Counseling (LPC) in Virginia. My approach to therapy is very much person-centered. Clients are in control of their lives and treatment and I'm here to support through the use of various empathetic interventions. I have years of experience working with individuals, who struggle with various mood disorders, anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, self-harm, depression, life changes, school challenges, self-esteem, etc.
My name is Keshawna Tiggle and I'm a Licensed Professional Counseling (LPC) in Virginia. My approach to therapy is very much person-centered. Clients are in control of their lives and treatment and I'm here to support through the use of various empathetic interventions. I have years of experience working with individuals, who struggle with various mood disorders, anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, self-harm, depression, life changes, school challenges, self-esteem, etc.
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I coach women and adolescent girls 16+ who struggle with people pleasing, fixer syndrome, and perfectionism to build emotional wellness skills to tackle unhealthy relationships that trigger anxiety and depression. I teach research based skills to help you overcome cycles of toxic relationships, family drama, codependency, rescue syndrome, self-doubt, and burn out. I understand the stress of feeling consumed by life and overbearing relationships. I can relate to life feeling too much, relationships feeling burdensome and overwhelmingly exhausting, wanting to leave everything, everyone behind and disappear. I'm here to support you.
I coach women and adolescent girls 16+ who struggle with people pleasing, fixer syndrome, and perfectionism to build emotional wellness skills to tackle unhealthy relationships that trigger anxiety and depression. I teach research based skills to help you overcome cycles of toxic relationships, family drama, codependency, rescue syndrome, self-doubt, and burn out. I understand the stress of feeling consumed by life and overbearing relationships. I can relate to life feeling too much, relationships feeling burdensome and overwhelmingly exhausting, wanting to leave everything, everyone behind and disappear. I'm here to support you.
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Currently accepting individuals who are okay with working with my supervisee in training as she works on her hours or private pay clients, not accepting insurance. We utilize various treatment modalities through individual or group sessions to help those we work with become more self aware, unlock their purpose and learn to live authentically.
Currently accepting individuals who are okay with working with my supervisee in training as she works on her hours or private pay clients, not accepting insurance. We utilize various treatment modalities through individual or group sessions to help those we work with become more self aware, unlock their purpose and learn to live authentically.
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TAYCounselingLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC-S, CCTP
Verified Verified
Blacksburg, VA 24063
Congratulations on making a commitment to invest in your growth and positive life changes! Therapy isn't always easy, but if you are willing to do the work, I can provide the tools needed to help you be your best self. I have dedicated my professional career to helping people help themselves through life's biggest challenges.
Congratulations on making a commitment to invest in your growth and positive life changes! Therapy isn't always easy, but if you are willing to do the work, I can provide the tools needed to help you be your best self. I have dedicated my professional career to helping people help themselves through life's biggest challenges.
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Do you struggle with intimacy issues or feel disconnected in your relationships? Is it affecting your ability to form meaningful connections? Do you feel overwhelmed by the thought of discussing sex and intimacy? Do you wonder if your sex life could be more fulfilling? Now more than ever, people of all genders & sexual orientations are feeling uncertain about overcoming societal stigmas around sex & intimacy. We believe it shouldn’t be so hard to live a fulfilling sexual life! At Sexhale Services LLC, I offer sex therapy and intimacy coaching for adults seeking to enhance their personal & sexual relationship.
Do you struggle with intimacy issues or feel disconnected in your relationships? Is it affecting your ability to form meaningful connections? Do you feel overwhelmed by the thought of discussing sex and intimacy? Do you wonder if your sex life could be more fulfilling? Now more than ever, people of all genders & sexual orientations are feeling uncertain about overcoming societal stigmas around sex & intimacy. We believe it shouldn’t be so hard to live a fulfilling sexual life! At Sexhale Services LLC, I offer sex therapy and intimacy coaching for adults seeking to enhance their personal & sexual relationship.
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I am a licensed psychotherapist seeing clients in New York and Virginia. You are here because something in your life needs to change; there is a gap between where you are and where you want to be. I'm here to help you figure out what needs to change in order for you to close that gap. I work diligently on your goals and help you to see results.
I am a licensed psychotherapist seeing clients in New York and Virginia. You are here because something in your life needs to change; there is a gap between where you are and where you want to be. I'm here to help you figure out what needs to change in order for you to close that gap. I work diligently on your goals and help you to see results.
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As an African American, why might I wish to see a therapist who is African American?
African American clients may seek out African American therapists for several reasons, foremost being a sense of cultural understanding and the possibility of shared experiences. Cultural sensitivity and context on the part of the therapist may make it easier to form a therapeutic alliance and to focus on the work of therapy without the need to explain or educate a therapist on cultural matters. It may also be empowering to work with a therapist who shares one’s racial or ethnic background. It is important to note that a therapist who demonstrates cultural sensitivity can be highly effective even if they do not share a client’s background or race.
Can clients benefit from working with a therapist who shares their race or ethnicity?
Yes, having a therapist who shares a client’s race or ethnicity is often valuable, especially if it fosters a strong therapeutic alliance between the two. While training, qualifications, and experience are always important, a strong alliance between client and therapist is a major contributor to therapeutic effectiveness. An alliance is likely to be strengthened with a therapist who has an understanding of a client’s background and perhaps also shared life experiences. It should be noted that many clients form a strong bond with their therapist regardless of their race or ethnicity. This is a personal decision, and it depends on the therapist, the client, and the connection between the two.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with African American clients?
Clients can ask therapists directly about their experience working with clients of diverse backgrounds, including with African American individuals. You may wish to inquire whether a therapist has undertaken training in cultural competence broadly, and how specifically they would ensure that their approach is sensitive to the needs of African American clients. Therapy involves honesty and trust, so it’s best for clients to share concerns about their therapist’s cultural competence at the outset. And a good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals based on the concerns you articulate.
Why is it important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive?
It’s important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive because everyone comes to therapy with a unique background and set of experiences. Being aware of culture and cultural differences between people is important for understanding clients, as is coming to therapy with an open mind, recognizing that the therapist doesn’t necessarily understand everything and that the client can help guide the way.
Who is included in Psychology Today's directory of Black therapists?
The directory of Black therapists includes therapists who have self-identified their ethnicity in their profiles. Psychology Today uses this information to assist clients in finding a therapist who can provide a cultural match. However, not all therapists choose to disclose their ethnicity in their profile, and they may not appear in search results for this reason. In situations where the number of therapists who have identified as Black is limited, the directory will also show therapists who have undergone specific multicultural training or have extensive experience working with clients from relevant cultural backgrounds.