Black and African American Therapists in Oregon
Congruent Therapy: Brynn Shaver
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97214 (Online Only)
The people I love working with are adults from minority populations, including LGBTQIA+, African American, Hispanic, and other underserved communities, who are seeking to enhance their resilience during challenging life phases.
Greetings! I'm Brynn Shaver, a dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, originally hailing from Asheville, North Carolina, now nestled in the beautiful landscapes of Bend, Oregon. My professional journey has been deeply influenced by my own experiences with eating disorders, religious trauma, relationship trauma, and a journey of identity exploration. These experiences have shaped my understanding of the complexities of the human experience and have motivated me to pursue a career in therapy. Through my personal struggles and identity exploration, I've gained invaluable insights into the challenges individuals face.
The people I love working with are adults from minority populations, including LGBTQIA+, African American, Hispanic, and other underserved communities, who are seeking to enhance their resilience during challenging life phases.
Greetings! I'm Brynn Shaver, a dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, originally hailing from Asheville, North Carolina, now nestled in the beautiful landscapes of Bend, Oregon. My professional journey has been deeply influenced by my own experiences with eating disorders, religious trauma, relationship trauma, and a journey of identity exploration. These experiences have shaped my understanding of the complexities of the human experience and have motivated me to pursue a career in therapy. Through my personal struggles and identity exploration, I've gained invaluable insights into the challenges individuals face.
Andrea Rosemarie Redeau
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97214
I help leaders overcome self-doubt, reject negative anti-Black messages, and protect their emotional health while advancing their careers.
I assist Corporate Attorneys and Executives in carefully assessing whether their problem drinking truly qualifies as a significant issue, if the ultimatum from their significant other is genuinely warranted, and how they can successfully navigate finding a harmonious balance between socializing over drinks with co-workers and dedicating quality time to family. I also specialize in supporting BIPOC millennial leaders who have relocated to OR for career advancement and are struggling to navigate a predominately white work. I assist adult transracial adoptees and their caregivers in navigating the complex emotions of cross adoption.
I help leaders overcome self-doubt, reject negative anti-Black messages, and protect their emotional health while advancing their careers.
I assist Corporate Attorneys and Executives in carefully assessing whether their problem drinking truly qualifies as a significant issue, if the ultimatum from their significant other is genuinely warranted, and how they can successfully navigate finding a harmonious balance between socializing over drinks with co-workers and dedicating quality time to family. I also specialize in supporting BIPOC millennial leaders who have relocated to OR for career advancement and are struggling to navigate a predominately white work. I assist adult transracial adoptees and their caregivers in navigating the complex emotions of cross adoption.
Ceshaun Hankins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97214
As a Black biracial woman I understand the impact of lived experience on our healing.
You're looking to be understood in your experience. You struggle with questioning if you are the issue or if it's the world around you. You live and work in high-stress and demanding environments where you're underrepresented. You've begun to realize your old ways of coping aren't working the same anymore. You may have even tried standard talk therapy in the past - and while helpful - you still find yourself troubled by disturbing experiences or memories.
As a Black biracial woman I understand the impact of lived experience on our healing.
You're looking to be understood in your experience. You struggle with questioning if you are the issue or if it's the world around you. You live and work in high-stress and demanding environments where you're underrepresented. You've begun to realize your old ways of coping aren't working the same anymore. You may have even tried standard talk therapy in the past - and while helpful - you still find yourself troubled by disturbing experiences or memories.
Frankie Forrester
Professional Counselor Associate, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97217 (Online Only)
As a Black, non-binary, transracial adoptee, identity work is the name of my game. I often work with BIPOC and/or gender non-conforming individuals including children, pre-teens, and adults. I focus my clinical work in supporting those navigating challenges that arise from identity work: racial, gender, familial, societal, etc. The subject of adoption is particularly close to my heart and one that holds much nuance and intricacy. We may be a good fit if you are looking to explore any of the aforementioned or are the parent and/or guardian of the aforementioned. Please contact me using the "my website" link or visit crybaby.care.
As a Black, non-binary, transracial adoptee, identity work is the name of my game. I often work with BIPOC and/or gender non-conforming individuals including children, pre-teens, and adults. I focus my clinical work in supporting those navigating challenges that arise from identity work: racial, gender, familial, societal, etc. The subject of adoption is particularly close to my heart and one that holds much nuance and intricacy. We may be a good fit if you are looking to explore any of the aforementioned or are the parent and/or guardian of the aforementioned. Please contact me using the "my website" link or visit crybaby.care.
Olivia Bormann
Clinical Social Work Associate, CSWA, MSW
Verified Verified
Beaverton, OR 97005 (Online Only)
I am drawn to work with adults healing from abuse, trauma, and systemic oppression. I also enjoy supporting couples navigate relationship conflict, attachment wounds, and exploring their relationship scripts. As a queer, biracial (Black/white), DVSA survivor, I’m passionate about providing a space for QTBIPOC individuals and survivors of sexual and relationship violence. I’m particularly interested in finding healing outside of carceral systems. I can hold your stories, your fear, your pain - you are not too much.
I am drawn to work with adults healing from abuse, trauma, and systemic oppression. I also enjoy supporting couples navigate relationship conflict, attachment wounds, and exploring their relationship scripts. As a queer, biracial (Black/white), DVSA survivor, I’m passionate about providing a space for QTBIPOC individuals and survivors of sexual and relationship violence. I’m particularly interested in finding healing outside of carceral systems. I can hold your stories, your fear, your pain - you are not too much.
Dr. Joslyn C Armstrong
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, PhD
Verified Verified
Lake Oswego, OR 97035 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am looking for couple clients such as monogamous, heterosexual, queer and sexually fluid, trans, cohabitating, and married couples. Also, I specialize in racially diverse couples such as Black/African American, Latinx, Asian, and interracial/interethnic couples. The prominent presenting issues I work with couples on range from communication issues, conflict resolution, blended family stress to infidelity, and infertility. Then, for individual clients, I am looking for women and men clients, specially focusing on male, men of color, and women of color clients.
I am looking for couple clients such as monogamous, heterosexual, queer and sexually fluid, trans, cohabitating, and married couples. Also, I specialize in racially diverse couples such as Black/African American, Latinx, Asian, and interracial/interethnic couples. The prominent presenting issues I work with couples on range from communication issues, conflict resolution, blended family stress to infidelity, and infertility. Then, for individual clients, I am looking for women and men clients, specially focusing on male, men of color, and women of color clients.
Dr. Reiko Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, EdD, MEd, LCSW
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97232
I provide mental health therapy and counseling support to individuals who may be struggling with self-confidence, self-esteem, job and career stress, personal and family obstacles and other issues impacting peace and well-being. I am experienced working with individuals and families struggling with the demands of work, school, extra-curricular and balancing life as an individual, a couple and as a member of a family system. As a Black woman, I care strongly about helping people of color with navigating spaces in which they feel isolated or ignored particularly because of their racial, ethnic, cultural, gender, sexual identity.
I provide mental health therapy and counseling support to individuals who may be struggling with self-confidence, self-esteem, job and career stress, personal and family obstacles and other issues impacting peace and well-being. I am experienced working with individuals and families struggling with the demands of work, school, extra-curricular and balancing life as an individual, a couple and as a member of a family system. As a Black woman, I care strongly about helping people of color with navigating spaces in which they feel isolated or ignored particularly because of their racial, ethnic, cultural, gender, sexual identity.
I'm an African American mental health therapist who was born and raised in Portland, Oregon. As an African American person in Portland Oregon, I acutely recognize the health and safety risks associated with being a black person in a city where African Americans represent approximately 6% of the population.
I'm an African American mental health therapist who was born and raised in Portland, Oregon. As an African American person in Portland Oregon, I acutely recognize the health and safety risks associated with being a black person in a city where African Americans represent approximately 6% of the population.
As a Black gay clinician with intersectional identities, my goal is to reduce barriers and normalize therapy.
Let's take the time to talk about what gets in your way. Together we will identify roadblocks, examine patterns, and reauthor a story that aligns with a new vision. Change creation does not have to be limited by your past experiences or future fears. Change happens with compassion and support. Using connection as a foundation for courage. We will have an open, honest, empathic, and nonjudgmental exchange of stories.
As a Black gay clinician with intersectional identities, my goal is to reduce barriers and normalize therapy.
Let's take the time to talk about what gets in your way. Together we will identify roadblocks, examine patterns, and reauthor a story that aligns with a new vision. Change creation does not have to be limited by your past experiences or future fears. Change happens with compassion and support. Using connection as a foundation for courage. We will have an open, honest, empathic, and nonjudgmental exchange of stories.
Francesca L. Barnett
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT , CADCIII
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97203 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
As a Black, Indigenous, and CODA (Child of Deaf Adults) Therapist, my approach is culturally focused and honors identity.
Are you struggling with feelings of overwhelm, sadness, anger, loss, or relationship difficulties? Sometimes it's hard to pinpoint exactly what you're feeling, you just know it's affecting you deeply and something needs to change. You're not alone, I'm here to support you. My approach is empathetic, empowering and non-judgmental. I believe there's healing in being truly seen & understood. Together, we will navigate through difficult times creating balance and prioritize what matters to you most.
As a Black, Indigenous, and CODA (Child of Deaf Adults) Therapist, my approach is culturally focused and honors identity.
Are you struggling with feelings of overwhelm, sadness, anger, loss, or relationship difficulties? Sometimes it's hard to pinpoint exactly what you're feeling, you just know it's affecting you deeply and something needs to change. You're not alone, I'm here to support you. My approach is empathetic, empowering and non-judgmental. I believe there's healing in being truly seen & understood. Together, we will navigate through difficult times creating balance and prioritize what matters to you most.
Tamara Sipp
Professional Counselor Associate
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97214 (Online Only)
Are you pregnant or a new parent? Are you using substance use to cope with life? Are you a single parent doing it all alone and overwhelmed? Are you experiencing work, family, or marital stress? Do you find yourself anxious and stressed out or just feeling down? If so, I can help! I offer individual, couples, and family counseling. I specialize in addiction and trauma, and daily stress management. As a black woman and product of immigrant parents from Jamaica I know the challenges being in a relationship and being a single parent, without the needed support. I am here to offer hope, healing, and support in your life's journey.
Are you pregnant or a new parent? Are you using substance use to cope with life? Are you a single parent doing it all alone and overwhelmed? Are you experiencing work, family, or marital stress? Do you find yourself anxious and stressed out or just feeling down? If so, I can help! I offer individual, couples, and family counseling. I specialize in addiction and trauma, and daily stress management. As a black woman and product of immigrant parents from Jamaica I know the challenges being in a relationship and being a single parent, without the needed support. I am here to offer hope, healing, and support in your life's journey.
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Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, CSWA
Verified Verified
Beaverton, OR 97006 (Online Only)
As a Black Male clinician I have seen the positive impact of impactful mental health care.
My journey in healthcare began with a deep-rooted passion for helping others, putting myself in situations to have experiences to gain skills to serve the community. I focus on the clients needs and goals and I use CBT, Solution focused therapy and Motivational Interviewing. My approach to patient care is rooted in empathy and effective communication.
As a Black Male clinician I have seen the positive impact of impactful mental health care.
My journey in healthcare began with a deep-rooted passion for helping others, putting myself in situations to have experiences to gain skills to serve the community. I focus on the clients needs and goals and I use CBT, Solution focused therapy and Motivational Interviewing. My approach to patient care is rooted in empathy and effective communication.
As a black male, I also enjoy working with marginalized populations seeking support.
I am currently accepting new clients (Updated July 2024). I understand it is difficult to seek help. Often, the idea of therapy can feel overwhelming, especially if it is the first time. I strive to make the therapeutic process comfortable and accessible. I use a direct style of therapy and evidence-based approaches and help clients take an active approach to making change in their lives. I work to build upon the strengths you already have and help you continue to live a more valued life.
As a black male, I also enjoy working with marginalized populations seeking support.
I am currently accepting new clients (Updated July 2024). I understand it is difficult to seek help. Often, the idea of therapy can feel overwhelming, especially if it is the first time. I strive to make the therapeutic process comfortable and accessible. I use a direct style of therapy and evidence-based approaches and help clients take an active approach to making change in their lives. I work to build upon the strengths you already have and help you continue to live a more valued life.
Our clients identify as Black/African-American, Asian, Caucasian, Multiracial, BIPOC, Middle Eastern, Hispanic/Latino.
On the outside, it seems like you have it all together, but inside, you feel stressed and overwhelmed. You've heard that bottling up emotions isn't healthy, but what else can you do? Your to-do list is endless, and so many people depend on you. Your own needs always take a back seat and when you try to set boundaries, you end up feeling guilty, anxious, or depressed. Sometimes you wonder what you truly want, but you're so disconnected from yourself that it's hard to know. You thought you'd feel more in control of your life by now and worry that something's wrong because you don't. Deep down, you fear you might not measure up.
Our clients identify as Black/African-American, Asian, Caucasian, Multiracial, BIPOC, Middle Eastern, Hispanic/Latino.
On the outside, it seems like you have it all together, but inside, you feel stressed and overwhelmed. You've heard that bottling up emotions isn't healthy, but what else can you do? Your to-do list is endless, and so many people depend on you. Your own needs always take a back seat and when you try to set boundaries, you end up feeling guilty, anxious, or depressed. Sometimes you wonder what you truly want, but you're so disconnected from yourself that it's hard to know. You thought you'd feel more in control of your life by now and worry that something's wrong because you don't. Deep down, you fear you might not measure up.
Guillaume Counseling Services, PC
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97214 (Online Only)
Our primary clients identify as people of color/minorities, Caucasian in a relationship with a person of color, Hispanic/Latino, mixed race, Multi-ethnic, Black; Caucasian, Asian, Middle Easterner/Arabs, Immigrants, Christians or Muslim.
Are you in need of premarital or marital counseling? Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or past trauma? Are you currently pregnant, just gave birth, or just lost a child and in need of some support to deal with the various emotions you are experiencing? Are you a parent of a child with mental illness and need some support or therapy for yourself? Do you have a long history of mental health struggles and would like to break the cycle? If so, we can help! We work with moms, dads, wives, husbands and partners. We are culturally and spiritually minded in our work. We integrate your faith and culture in our work together.
Our primary clients identify as people of color/minorities, Caucasian in a relationship with a person of color, Hispanic/Latino, mixed race, Multi-ethnic, Black; Caucasian, Asian, Middle Easterner/Arabs, Immigrants, Christians or Muslim.
Are you in need of premarital or marital counseling? Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or past trauma? Are you currently pregnant, just gave birth, or just lost a child and in need of some support to deal with the various emotions you are experiencing? Are you a parent of a child with mental illness and need some support or therapy for yourself? Do you have a long history of mental health struggles and would like to break the cycle? If so, we can help! We work with moms, dads, wives, husbands and partners. We are culturally and spiritually minded in our work. We integrate your faith and culture in our work together.
Nahomie Guillaume
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97214 (Online Only)
I primarily serve the Christian Community, people of color community (Blacks/African-American/Haitians/Afro-Caribbean, Interracial/Mixed Race/Multi-ethnic), as well as Caucasians, immigrants, refugees, and multicultural/multi-ethnic and interfaith couples.
Are you overwhelmed? Stressed? Are you struggling with thoughts that you find disturbing? Are you in need of hope, healing, and support? If so, I can help. I will help you identify your life's purpose/meaning, develop healthy coping skills as you grow in your relationships. Beside my professional background, I know firsthand the joy and challenges of raising a family, juggling multiple demands; and have experienced the loss of a child through both miscarriage and stillbirth. If you are looking for someone whom you can connect with on an experiential level, I am that therapist. I look forward to assisting you in your life's journey.
I primarily serve the Christian Community, people of color community (Blacks/African-American/Haitians/Afro-Caribbean, Interracial/Mixed Race/Multi-ethnic), as well as Caucasians, immigrants, refugees, and multicultural/multi-ethnic and interfaith couples.
Are you overwhelmed? Stressed? Are you struggling with thoughts that you find disturbing? Are you in need of hope, healing, and support? If so, I can help. I will help you identify your life's purpose/meaning, develop healthy coping skills as you grow in your relationships. Beside my professional background, I know firsthand the joy and challenges of raising a family, juggling multiple demands; and have experienced the loss of a child through both miscarriage and stillbirth. If you are looking for someone whom you can connect with on an experiential level, I am that therapist. I look forward to assisting you in your life's journey.
Latisha Brown
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97221 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I serve people from all cultural backgrounds; however, specialize in DBT and culturally-specific services that promote trauma-informed care to the African American/BIPOC community in need of support with identity development and skills training to help manage every day life challenges.
Hello, I’m Latisha! I am a licensed professional counselor based in Oregon dedicated to helping individuals regain balance and clarity in their lives through education, counseling, and skills training. I earned my masters degree in community counseling (winter of 2010) to help gather tools and increase insight on mental health issues, so that I can help individuals cultivate self-care, increase their self-efficacy, and sustain their overall mental well-being. I have 13+ years experience working with clients with various issues including anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief/loss, racial fatigue, and trauma.
I serve people from all cultural backgrounds; however, specialize in DBT and culturally-specific services that promote trauma-informed care to the African American/BIPOC community in need of support with identity development and skills training to help manage every day life challenges.
Hello, I’m Latisha! I am a licensed professional counselor based in Oregon dedicated to helping individuals regain balance and clarity in their lives through education, counseling, and skills training. I earned my masters degree in community counseling (winter of 2010) to help gather tools and increase insight on mental health issues, so that I can help individuals cultivate self-care, increase their self-efficacy, and sustain their overall mental well-being. I have 13+ years experience working with clients with various issues including anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief/loss, racial fatigue, and trauma.
Torrey Thille
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97213 (Online Only)
Focusing on supporting black and brown adolescents, youth adults and families navigate life obstacles while learning and developing skills to increase whole body wellness. I aim to provide an empowering environment for self-discovery, healing, and growth so that you can evolve and thrive. Do you want to process life experiences, unresolved issues, including trauma, grief, loss, illness? Are you experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, or other unwanted emotions?
Focusing on supporting black and brown adolescents, youth adults and families navigate life obstacles while learning and developing skills to increase whole body wellness. I aim to provide an empowering environment for self-discovery, healing, and growth so that you can evolve and thrive. Do you want to process life experiences, unresolved issues, including trauma, grief, loss, illness? Are you experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, or other unwanted emotions?
Elisabeth Duckwell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97212 (Online Only)
I am a black woman therapist that operates from liberation mindset. Majority of my work is with black and multiracial youth and families as well as black femmes & non binary folks. Additional expertise include supporting people of faith deconstruct spirituality ie. purity culture and spiritual abuse. Curious to learn more about you. Are you feeling all the things right now? Worried thoughts or insomnia? Let's work together to create a plan. Whether you are motivated to start therapy or uncertain about if therapy is the right fit, let's explore options to create the full life you deserve.
I am a black woman therapist that operates from liberation mindset. Majority of my work is with black and multiracial youth and families as well as black femmes & non binary folks. Additional expertise include supporting people of faith deconstruct spirituality ie. purity culture and spiritual abuse. Curious to learn more about you. Are you feeling all the things right now? Worried thoughts or insomnia? Let's work together to create a plan. Whether you are motivated to start therapy or uncertain about if therapy is the right fit, let's explore options to create the full life you deserve.
Keith Dempsey
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97232
*Sorry, not accepting new clients* The choice to engage in counseling can be difficult yet beneficial. If you choose to engage in this process you will be treated with the respect, care and dignity you deserve. I provide individual, couple and family counseling central to Black people and Black communities. Exploring racial trauma can be a huge part of this work. Counseling allows a safe platform to explore issues that need to be addressed in a healthy and positive manner.
*Sorry, not accepting new clients* The choice to engage in counseling can be difficult yet beneficial. If you choose to engage in this process you will be treated with the respect, care and dignity you deserve. I provide individual, couple and family counseling central to Black people and Black communities. Exploring racial trauma can be a huge part of this work. Counseling allows a safe platform to explore issues that need to be addressed in a healthy and positive manner.
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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.