Therapists in Atlanta, GA
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DaJavon Moore-Adu
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CSW0091
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30327 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and the Co-Founder of The Holistic Coalition. Our team of women therapists works together to provide our clients with the tools, support, and resources they need to achieve and maintain optimal wellness. My mission is to guide black women towards emotional wellness, resilience, and self-discovery. With a deep understanding of the unique stressors and experiences faced by black women, I specialize in empowering my clients to overcome stress, anxiety, and depression.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and the Co-Founder of The Holistic Coalition. Our team of women therapists works together to provide our clients with the tools, support, and resources they need to achieve and maintain optimal wellness. My mission is to guide black women towards emotional wellness, resilience, and self-discovery. With a deep understanding of the unique stressors and experiences faced by black women, I specialize in empowering my clients to overcome stress, anxiety, and depression.
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Dominique Harmon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30309 (Online Only)
I offer communal holistic health & wellness gatherings for Black women addressing gender and race-based stress & trauma.
I support my clients in getting to the root cause of distress, unhealthy lifestyle practices, and ineffective patterns of behavior. This often includes addressing chronic and complex trauma and stressors, and identifying core beliefs and societal pressures that have come to influence their behavior and lifestyle choices. With increased awareness, strategies and skills, I support my clients in aligning their actions with their personal passions, desires, and values. I integrate holistic health and wellness strategies, to assist my clients in developing healthy lifestyle practices that support their optimal mental health.
I offer communal holistic health & wellness gatherings for Black women addressing gender and race-based stress & trauma.
I support my clients in getting to the root cause of distress, unhealthy lifestyle practices, and ineffective patterns of behavior. This often includes addressing chronic and complex trauma and stressors, and identifying core beliefs and societal pressures that have come to influence their behavior and lifestyle choices. With increased awareness, strategies and skills, I support my clients in aligning their actions with their personal passions, desires, and values. I integrate holistic health and wellness strategies, to assist my clients in developing healthy lifestyle practices that support their optimal mental health.
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Ariana Reeves
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30331 (Online Only)
I also specialize in working with Black and People of Color (POC) on various topics that greatly affect these communities.
Are you feeling overwhelmed across different areas of your life? Does it feel like the smallest things are strongly affecting you? Are you noticing patterns when it comes to relationships that are negatively impacting you? Are experiences from your past negatively influencing your present and potential future? Is talking to your friends and family no longer helpful? Good news, you’re not alone in these feelings! Many people experience this cycle of emotional, mental and even physical exhaustion. More good news, you don’t have to stay in it or battle it alone!
I also specialize in working with Black and People of Color (POC) on various topics that greatly affect these communities.
Are you feeling overwhelmed across different areas of your life? Does it feel like the smallest things are strongly affecting you? Are you noticing patterns when it comes to relationships that are negatively impacting you? Are experiences from your past negatively influencing your present and potential future? Is talking to your friends and family no longer helpful? Good news, you’re not alone in these feelings! Many people experience this cycle of emotional, mental and even physical exhaustion. More good news, you don’t have to stay in it or battle it alone!
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Jessica Collins
Associate Professional Counselor, APC, NCC
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30324 (Online Only)
Life can leave us feeling disconnected from ourselves, family, friends, and everything we care about. As your therapist, my job is to provide a safe place where you can reconnect with yourself and your life. I am passionate about working to serve the target demographic of BIPOC (Black, Brown, & Indigenous People of Color) adults and helping them to navigate through life. Also, I welcome LBTQIA+ and non-binary individuals.
Life can leave us feeling disconnected from ourselves, family, friends, and everything we care about. As your therapist, my job is to provide a safe place where you can reconnect with yourself and your life. I am passionate about working to serve the target demographic of BIPOC (Black, Brown, & Indigenous People of Color) adults and helping them to navigate through life. Also, I welcome LBTQIA+ and non-binary individuals.
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Open Arms Counseling Center, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30324
As a Black woman, I lean on multicultural feminist theory and Black Feminist Thought as theoretical lenses to work with clients in therapy and as a scholar/researcher.
At Open Arms we work with individuals who are struggling to manage the stress and burdens of this world. For people of color it is not easy operating in a male dominated, Euro centric society. Fortunately, you don't have to do it alone. We are here to help you learn tools that alleviate your stress, overcome past trauma, or achieve whatever goals you desire.
As a Black woman, I lean on multicultural feminist theory and Black Feminist Thought as theoretical lenses to work with clients in therapy and as a scholar/researcher.
At Open Arms we work with individuals who are struggling to manage the stress and burdens of this world. For people of color it is not easy operating in a male dominated, Euro centric society. Fortunately, you don't have to do it alone. We are here to help you learn tools that alleviate your stress, overcome past trauma, or achieve whatever goals you desire.
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Seek Wise Counsel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30331
My name is Deon L Sanders and I am the Ower/CEO of Seek Wise Counsel. I and my staff, specialize in African American psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Existential, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Schema Therapy, Gestalt, Trauma Focused CBT and IFS. My specific training/education in African American Psychology has provided me knowledge and a deeper subconscious understanding of how the residual effects of slavery, and religious trauma hinders our people. We have both Male and Female therapist on staff. To see staff bios and to book free consultations please visit our website seekwisecounseling.com
My name is Deon L Sanders and I am the Ower/CEO of Seek Wise Counsel. I and my staff, specialize in African American psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Existential, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Schema Therapy, Gestalt, Trauma Focused CBT and IFS. My specific training/education in African American Psychology has provided me knowledge and a deeper subconscious understanding of how the residual effects of slavery, and religious trauma hinders our people. We have both Male and Female therapist on staff. To see staff bios and to book free consultations please visit our website seekwisecounseling.com
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Tracy Gantlin-Monroy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MDiv, LPC, BSP, SE
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30315 (Online Only)
As the 1st Black female Brainspotting trainer in the world, I seek to humanize mental health struggles, representation and champion therapy to everyone as the path to normalizing/living a healthy, active, fulfilling life. Freedom, self-confidence, courage, a healthy sense of self; what's stopping you? Barriers to acceptance exist, often buried deep within the layers of experience, trauma, divorce, unmet needs, unhealed hurts, depression, anxiety, less than desired self esteem, family systems, unhealthy relationships, anger, feelings of being misunderstood, symptoms of diagnosis, poor communication skills and the list goes on.
As the 1st Black female Brainspotting trainer in the world, I seek to humanize mental health struggles, representation and champion therapy to everyone as the path to normalizing/living a healthy, active, fulfilling life. Freedom, self-confidence, courage, a healthy sense of self; what's stopping you? Barriers to acceptance exist, often buried deep within the layers of experience, trauma, divorce, unmet needs, unhealed hurts, depression, anxiety, less than desired self esteem, family systems, unhealthy relationships, anger, feelings of being misunderstood, symptoms of diagnosis, poor communication skills and the list goes on.
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Ja'el Wright
Associate Professional Counselor, MS, LAPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30338 (Online Only)
There was a time in life when asking for help was the hardest thing to do. To be honest, even as a professional counselor, asking for help is sometimes still hard. But it is easier to overcome. Depression and Anxiety is the most hidden illness among African American women today. Our culture teaches us that it is weak to ask for help and gaining a badge of honor means sacrificing your mental well being so that other can be happy. It's time to break the cycle and generational curse or mental illness in the BIPOC communities. It's time to seek help.
There was a time in life when asking for help was the hardest thing to do. To be honest, even as a professional counselor, asking for help is sometimes still hard. But it is easier to overcome. Depression and Anxiety is the most hidden illness among African American women today. Our culture teaches us that it is weak to ask for help and gaining a badge of honor means sacrificing your mental well being so that other can be happy. It's time to break the cycle and generational curse or mental illness in the BIPOC communities. It's time to seek help.
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Jena A. Irvin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30309
I am the only African American female who is Certified as an EFT in the state of GA.
I believe that you are the expert of your life! My job is to be curious and to help you gain more understanding of yourself. A good therapist doesn't claim to have all the answers for why you are the way you are although I may have some ideas that I will share. When it comes to getting answers & more understanding, we will form hypotheses together and you will come to your own conclusions. I facilitate and guide that process! I'm here to share my knowledge to help you make decisions that are authentic, rational, and well-explored.
I am the only African American female who is Certified as an EFT in the state of GA.
I believe that you are the expert of your life! My job is to be curious and to help you gain more understanding of yourself. A good therapist doesn't claim to have all the answers for why you are the way you are although I may have some ideas that I will share. When it comes to getting answers & more understanding, we will form hypotheses together and you will come to your own conclusions. I facilitate and guide that process! I'm here to share my knowledge to help you make decisions that are authentic, rational, and well-explored.
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Bryant Counseling Services, llc
Licensed Professional Counselor, MBA, LPC, CAMS
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30305
Without question my heart, passion, and skill set is working with men and young males ages 18 and up. Specifically, African American males with disabilities and behavioral challenges at home, work, and in community settings. My background and education provides an unique perspective into the challenges young males and men face. In addition, my strong belief in the family unit, as modeled by my personal lifestyle, provides me with an equal passion to see couples married and non-married figure out how to transition into lifestyles that best suite their individual and collective mental, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Without question my heart, passion, and skill set is working with men and young males ages 18 and up. Specifically, African American males with disabilities and behavioral challenges at home, work, and in community settings. My background and education provides an unique perspective into the challenges young males and men face. In addition, my strong belief in the family unit, as modeled by my personal lifestyle, provides me with an equal passion to see couples married and non-married figure out how to transition into lifestyles that best suite their individual and collective mental, emotional, and spiritual needs.
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My evaluations specialize in ADHD and Autism, focusing on Black/African American cultural needs.
Life happens! Have you been having problems in your life but don't know where to turn? Have you thought about seeking help but scared of the experience or judgement? Or maybe you're thinking of getting back into therapy? I am here to tell you it’s okay to not be okay, and I am here to assist you with getting on track to find your happiness again! Life be lifing, and you shouldn't have to face it alone. I look forward to getting started with you.
My evaluations specialize in ADHD and Autism, focusing on Black/African American cultural needs.
Life happens! Have you been having problems in your life but don't know where to turn? Have you thought about seeking help but scared of the experience or judgement? Or maybe you're thinking of getting back into therapy? I am here to tell you it’s okay to not be okay, and I am here to assist you with getting on track to find your happiness again! Life be lifing, and you shouldn't have to face it alone. I look forward to getting started with you.
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I know what it means to be Black in America and the challenges it presents as a minority.
Change can be difficult to handle, but let's do it together. Creating a safe, nonjudgmental free zone is my priority for therapy with clients. My ideal client is motivated for therapy, enthusiastic about the process and receptive to feedback. I enjoy working with young adult African-American females going through transitional phases within their life. Maybe she is finding her place in the world, experiencing challenges that may be unexplained, dealing with emotional/physical abuse by a loved one or caregiver, wanting to get in touch with who she is or finding ways to cope with the difficulties of discrimination and systematic racism
I know what it means to be Black in America and the challenges it presents as a minority.
Change can be difficult to handle, but let's do it together. Creating a safe, nonjudgmental free zone is my priority for therapy with clients. My ideal client is motivated for therapy, enthusiastic about the process and receptive to feedback. I enjoy working with young adult African-American females going through transitional phases within their life. Maybe she is finding her place in the world, experiencing challenges that may be unexplained, dealing with emotional/physical abuse by a loved one or caregiver, wanting to get in touch with who she is or finding ways to cope with the difficulties of discrimination and systematic racism
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Dr. Camille Belle
Psychologist, PhD, PsyPact
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30318 (Online Only)
You don't have to keep wearing that mask or be fear being seen as an "angry Black woman" with me.
Does it feel like no one knows what you are really going through inside, because on the outside everything is all put together? Does it feel like you have to perform or wear a mask to make it through the day, because everyone sees you as strong and successful already? Maybe you’ve spent so much of your life working towards a goal (a degree, a career, a relationship) but now that you’re here it still feels like something is missing. You're starting to question some of the things you were taught about life and yourself from a young age, and you've grown tired of trying to live up to expectations that you never set for yourself.
You don't have to keep wearing that mask or be fear being seen as an "angry Black woman" with me.
Does it feel like no one knows what you are really going through inside, because on the outside everything is all put together? Does it feel like you have to perform or wear a mask to make it through the day, because everyone sees you as strong and successful already? Maybe you’ve spent so much of your life working towards a goal (a degree, a career, a relationship) but now that you’re here it still feels like something is missing. You're starting to question some of the things you were taught about life and yourself from a young age, and you've grown tired of trying to live up to expectations that you never set for yourself.
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Dr. Dwayne White
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC, CCMHC
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30301 (Online Only)
While I provide counseling services to a wide range of individuals presenting with various concerns, including stress management, grief, anxiety, depression, and identity concerns, I specifically specialize in working with Black, Indigenous, People of Color and LGBTQ+ individuals within this community.
Seeking support for your emotional well-being in a compassionate and accepting environment? Tired of living under the weight of others' expectations? Partner with me to reclaim your power and take back your life. Life is an exhilarating roller coaster, full of highs, lows, and unexpected twists. I see myself as a passenger sitting next to you on this ride, working with you on how to ride this roller coaster in whatever way that best fits your individual needs and concerns. Remember, you're not alone on this roller coaster of life. Let's collaborate to ensure you savor every moment of the ride.
While I provide counseling services to a wide range of individuals presenting with various concerns, including stress management, grief, anxiety, depression, and identity concerns, I specifically specialize in working with Black, Indigenous, People of Color and LGBTQ+ individuals within this community.
Seeking support for your emotional well-being in a compassionate and accepting environment? Tired of living under the weight of others' expectations? Partner with me to reclaim your power and take back your life. Life is an exhilarating roller coaster, full of highs, lows, and unexpected twists. I see myself as a passenger sitting next to you on this ride, working with you on how to ride this roller coaster in whatever way that best fits your individual needs and concerns. Remember, you're not alone on this roller coaster of life. Let's collaborate to ensure you savor every moment of the ride.
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Tabria A Corprew
Licensed Professional Counselor, Ed S, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30301 (Online Only)
Compassionate Counseling’s overall goal is to help dismantle the stigma attached to maternal mental health & women’s challenges while addressing systemic racism and healthcare inequities by educating, empowering, and advocating for Women of Color and those who identify as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color).
Compassionate Counseling offers a safe, non-judgmental, and emotionally supportive environment that focuses on, but does not limit mental health services to, women of color focusing its services on perinatal mental health. Compassionate Counseling is built on the core values & beliefs of: embrace, heal, & restore. Embrace where you currently are on your path, allow Compassionate Counseling to lend a hand through your healing journey to help restore hope, strength, and power.
Compassionate Counseling’s overall goal is to help dismantle the stigma attached to maternal mental health & women’s challenges while addressing systemic racism and healthcare inequities by educating, empowering, and advocating for Women of Color and those who identify as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color).
Compassionate Counseling offers a safe, non-judgmental, and emotionally supportive environment that focuses on, but does not limit mental health services to, women of color focusing its services on perinatal mental health. Compassionate Counseling is built on the core values & beliefs of: embrace, heal, & restore. Embrace where you currently are on your path, allow Compassionate Counseling to lend a hand through your healing journey to help restore hope, strength, and power.
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As an African-American I also hold a strong commitment to enhancing the quality of life and empowering people of African ancestry through advocacy, human services delivery, and research.
A person cannot be truly understood without a consideration of various aspects of their social, familial, temporal, spiritual, economic, and physical environment. It is through this compassionate lens that my work begins. If you are someone who has suffered through trauma, or is struggling with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, anger, or going through a big life change, I would love to help. I specialize in working with men's issues, with professionals & athletes who struggle with performance pressures, & with those with attachment trauma. I use EMDR to target traumatic memories and help you process then in a safe way.
As an African-American I also hold a strong commitment to enhancing the quality of life and empowering people of African ancestry through advocacy, human services delivery, and research.
A person cannot be truly understood without a consideration of various aspects of their social, familial, temporal, spiritual, economic, and physical environment. It is through this compassionate lens that my work begins. If you are someone who has suffered through trauma, or is struggling with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, anger, or going through a big life change, I would love to help. I specialize in working with men's issues, with professionals & athletes who struggle with performance pressures, & with those with attachment trauma. I use EMDR to target traumatic memories and help you process then in a safe way.
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Cura Couples and Family Therapy Center of Atlanta
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30338
CURA has more than 10 African American female clinicians who invite every client to deepen intimate relationships in a safe environment using clinically validated therapy models for individuals, couples or family therapy.
CURA Couples and Family Therapy Center of Atlanta serves a broad range of clients including those who are feeling less connected in romantic relationships; families going through tough transitions; individuals suffering in the grips of past challenges; teenager angst; as well as those struggling with depression and/or anxiety coupled with day to day stress. And certainly dealing with the difficulties associated with the pandemic. Each CURA Therapist is trained to consider how your life experiences have impacted you. Your goals are the focus. We offer REDUCED fees! Schedule today!
CURA has more than 10 African American female clinicians who invite every client to deepen intimate relationships in a safe environment using clinically validated therapy models for individuals, couples or family therapy.
CURA Couples and Family Therapy Center of Atlanta serves a broad range of clients including those who are feeling less connected in romantic relationships; families going through tough transitions; individuals suffering in the grips of past challenges; teenager angst; as well as those struggling with depression and/or anxiety coupled with day to day stress. And certainly dealing with the difficulties associated with the pandemic. Each CURA Therapist is trained to consider how your life experiences have impacted you. Your goals are the focus. We offer REDUCED fees! Schedule today!
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I believe in your innate power to heal and grow from difficult life experiences and I applaud your choice to begin the significant process of change through counseling. Whether you've experienced trauma recently or many years ago, these experiences may continue to impact you in the present in various ways. I am the clinical expert but you are the expert of self, as I can not know you better than you know yourself, therefore; collaboratively we will focus on your strengths, explore the patterns that have brought you to where you are today, as well as discuss intentional changes you can make to struggle less and increase your life.
I believe in your innate power to heal and grow from difficult life experiences and I applaud your choice to begin the significant process of change through counseling. Whether you've experienced trauma recently or many years ago, these experiences may continue to impact you in the present in various ways. I am the clinical expert but you are the expert of self, as I can not know you better than you know yourself, therefore; collaboratively we will focus on your strengths, explore the patterns that have brought you to where you are today, as well as discuss intentional changes you can make to struggle less and increase your life.
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I offer psycho-educational assessments for children from preschool age through 5th grade. I provide evaluations to address areas of concern including Attention-Deficit-Disorder (ADD), Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and learning differences including learning disorders. My psycho-educational assessment services include consulting with schools and when warranted observing in classrooms.
I offer psycho-educational assessments for children from preschool age through 5th grade. I provide evaluations to address areas of concern including Attention-Deficit-Disorder (ADD), Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and learning differences including learning disorders. My psycho-educational assessment services include consulting with schools and when warranted observing in classrooms.
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Therapy for Caregivers, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30339 (Online Only)
As a therapist specializing in caregiving, my passion lies in helping individuals who selflessly devote themselves to the care and well-being of their loved ones. Caregivers are the unsung heroes of our society, and my mission is to provide you with the support, guidance, and understanding you deserve. My journey into the work of caregiving began with a profound realization of the challenges caregivers faced within my own family. I witnessed firsthand the physical, emotional, and psychological toll caregiving can take on individuals and families.
As a therapist specializing in caregiving, my passion lies in helping individuals who selflessly devote themselves to the care and well-being of their loved ones. Caregivers are the unsung heroes of our society, and my mission is to provide you with the support, guidance, and understanding you deserve. My journey into the work of caregiving began with a profound realization of the challenges caregivers faced within my own family. I witnessed firsthand the physical, emotional, and psychological toll caregiving can take on individuals and families.
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Black and African American Therapists
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.