Black and African American Therapists in West University Place, TX
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Dr. Glennisha Norman
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West University Place, TX 77005 (Online Only)
As an African American therapist, I've chosen to focus my practice on the mental well-being of minorities. Why? Because I've lived it, and I know the unique challenges we face. It's not just about therapy; it's about creating a safe haven where you can unpack the layers of your experiences, unapologetically be yourself, and embrace the strength within. So, why did I become a therapist? Well, life threw its fair share of curveballs my way, and I learned the power of seeking support. I understand the constant juggling act of trying to be there for everyone else; its a delicate dance and I'm here to be a safety net.
As an African American therapist, I've chosen to focus my practice on the mental well-being of minorities. Why? Because I've lived it, and I know the unique challenges we face. It's not just about therapy; it's about creating a safe haven where you can unpack the layers of your experiences, unapologetically be yourself, and embrace the strength within. So, why did I become a therapist? Well, life threw its fair share of curveballs my way, and I learned the power of seeking support. I understand the constant juggling act of trying to be there for everyone else; its a delicate dance and I'm here to be a safety net.
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Toby D Howell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West University Place, TX 77005
I passionately work to empower clients. I believe in your ability to experience a life that you love starting now. If you choose to work with me, I will use my extensive experience and years of practice to support you in working through areas of your life where you feel hopeless, inhibited, or stuck. Come to know that there is nothing innately wrong with you. There are just problems that you have not distinguished and are not sure how to work through. I can support you in developing your own skills to work through them all. Are you ready to start down the path to experiencing a life you love? Will you contact me? Let's start moving!
I passionately work to empower clients. I believe in your ability to experience a life that you love starting now. If you choose to work with me, I will use my extensive experience and years of practice to support you in working through areas of your life where you feel hopeless, inhibited, or stuck. Come to know that there is nothing innately wrong with you. There are just problems that you have not distinguished and are not sure how to work through. I can support you in developing your own skills to work through them all. Are you ready to start down the path to experiencing a life you love? Will you contact me? Let's start moving!
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Kongit Sack - Premarital Counseling Expert
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST
Verified Verified
West University Place, TX 77005 (Online Only)
The person you commit to has the power to make your life better or, in some unfortunate cases, worse. That’s why Premarital counseling is so important: This isn’t meant to scare you, but it also isn’t hyperbole. Getting serious with someone is fun and it’s also a meaningful process that you want to go well because the stakes (your futures) are so high. I can help you and your partner sort through what you need to make sure you’re the right fit for lasting love. During our initial meeting we’ll review your marriage goals and discuss the results of 3 industry-leading assessments designed to determine your compatibility.
The person you commit to has the power to make your life better or, in some unfortunate cases, worse. That’s why Premarital counseling is so important: This isn’t meant to scare you, but it also isn’t hyperbole. Getting serious with someone is fun and it’s also a meaningful process that you want to go well because the stakes (your futures) are so high. I can help you and your partner sort through what you need to make sure you’re the right fit for lasting love. During our initial meeting we’ll review your marriage goals and discuss the results of 3 industry-leading assessments designed to determine your compatibility.
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Sherry Iyamu
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West University Place, TX 77005 (Online Only)
Welcome! You have taken a courageous first step today in seeking counseling. I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor committed to helping individuals learn how to process life obstacles and guide you in creating a plan to face those obstacles and make a lasting change in your life. During our work together you can expect an empathetic, supportive, and compassionate listener.
Welcome! You have taken a courageous first step today in seeking counseling. I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor committed to helping individuals learn how to process life obstacles and guide you in creating a plan to face those obstacles and make a lasting change in your life. During our work together you can expect an empathetic, supportive, and compassionate listener.
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Desiree Shankle
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LSSP
Verified Verified
West University Place, TX 77005 (Online Only)
Sometimes you may feel stuck in life. You may be able to manage your day to day tasks, but something is holding you back from your full potential. Over time, you have developed limiting beliefs about yourself. This may impact your job performance, parental duties, and/or relationships. You have difficulty managing your thoughts and emotions. Maybe you have signs of high functioning anxiety or depression. Either way, awareness is always the first step to change! I believe life is a process, and at times people need a safe place to explore their thoughts and feelings.
Sometimes you may feel stuck in life. You may be able to manage your day to day tasks, but something is holding you back from your full potential. Over time, you have developed limiting beliefs about yourself. This may impact your job performance, parental duties, and/or relationships. You have difficulty managing your thoughts and emotions. Maybe you have signs of high functioning anxiety or depression. Either way, awareness is always the first step to change! I believe life is a process, and at times people need a safe place to explore their thoughts and feelings.
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Tiffany Belfrom
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
West University Place, TX 77005 (Online Only)
Welcome! I'm glad you are here, making yourself a priority. I know it was not an easy decision to get here today but I'm proud of you for doing so. Has negative self-talk and worries led you to self-sabotage and/or prevented you from unlocking infinite potential? Are some days so overwhelming that you fantasize about giving up? Have you concluded this is a fight you have to go alone? If you are seeking a deeper level of self-awareness, personal and career growth, freedom from unhealthy relationships, and/or a desire to overcome irrational beliefs leading to imposter syndrome then you've landed in the right place.
Welcome! I'm glad you are here, making yourself a priority. I know it was not an easy decision to get here today but I'm proud of you for doing so. Has negative self-talk and worries led you to self-sabotage and/or prevented you from unlocking infinite potential? Are some days so overwhelming that you fantasize about giving up? Have you concluded this is a fight you have to go alone? If you are seeking a deeper level of self-awareness, personal and career growth, freedom from unhealthy relationships, and/or a desire to overcome irrational beliefs leading to imposter syndrome then you've landed in the right place.
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Rachel E. Spruill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MEd
Verified Verified
West University Place, TX 77005
I am a Relationship Therapist, who is trained in the Gottman Method. I approach therapy from social justice, womanist, and healing-centered approach. I guide partners on a healing journey of how to engage in mature and respectful conflict. I will equip them with the skills to turn towards each other and deepen their level of intimacy. I also work with individuals and families to improve their relationships. My intention is to normalize and increase relationship therapy access to POC and QPOC.
I am a Relationship Therapist, who is trained in the Gottman Method. I approach therapy from social justice, womanist, and healing-centered approach. I guide partners on a healing journey of how to engage in mature and respectful conflict. I will equip them with the skills to turn towards each other and deepen their level of intimacy. I also work with individuals and families to improve their relationships. My intention is to normalize and increase relationship therapy access to POC and QPOC.
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Janika Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, CSC, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West University Place, TX 77005
Welcome! I have a passion for helping individuals navigate life's challenges and discover their inner strength. With a background as a Certified School Counselor and extensive experience in the school setting, I have a deep understanding of the unique struggles faced by students and young adults. I specialize in working with individuals who grapple with anxiety disorders, self-esteem issues, and ADHD. Together, we'll embark on a journey of self-discovery and growth, where you are the expert of your own path. My role is to provide you with the tools and support needed to navigate your specific journey with confidence.
Welcome! I have a passion for helping individuals navigate life's challenges and discover their inner strength. With a background as a Certified School Counselor and extensive experience in the school setting, I have a deep understanding of the unique struggles faced by students and young adults. I specialize in working with individuals who grapple with anxiety disorders, self-esteem issues, and ADHD. Together, we'll embark on a journey of self-discovery and growth, where you are the expert of your own path. My role is to provide you with the tools and support needed to navigate your specific journey with confidence.
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Christie Marie Melonson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West University Place, TX 77005
My ideal client is anyone who is eager to make changes toward a healthier and more fulfilling life emotionally, mentally, physically, career wise or spiritually. My therapeutic approach is based on empowering each client I work with and helping them to use inner resources as well as the resources around them. I adjust my techniques and approaches to the needs of each client and pride myself on practicing cultural flexibility. I understand that clients want responsiveness, respect, knowledge, resources, and a therapist who can empathize. Clients want to be truly heard. I am here to listen and to facilitate your healing.
My ideal client is anyone who is eager to make changes toward a healthier and more fulfilling life emotionally, mentally, physically, career wise or spiritually. My therapeutic approach is based on empowering each client I work with and helping them to use inner resources as well as the resources around them. I adjust my techniques and approaches to the needs of each client and pride myself on practicing cultural flexibility. I understand that clients want responsiveness, respect, knowledge, resources, and a therapist who can empathize. Clients want to be truly heard. I am here to listen and to facilitate your healing.
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Tiffany L Morish
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, CRC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West University Place, TX 77005 (Online Only)
Welcome, Tiffany here! I appreciate you considering therapy and visiting my page. I primarily serve ages 12 into adulthood. I tailor my approach to all ages and provide support based on their needs. My clients mainly seek healing from critical life transitions, trauma, anxiety, people-pleasing behaviors, and identity challenges. I also enjoy serving those experiencing burnout, compassion fatigue, and those working in helping professions. My clients seek a comfortable way to decrease and manage difficult emotions and issues.
Welcome, Tiffany here! I appreciate you considering therapy and visiting my page. I primarily serve ages 12 into adulthood. I tailor my approach to all ages and provide support based on their needs. My clients mainly seek healing from critical life transitions, trauma, anxiety, people-pleasing behaviors, and identity challenges. I also enjoy serving those experiencing burnout, compassion fatigue, and those working in helping professions. My clients seek a comfortable way to decrease and manage difficult emotions and issues.
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That Missing Peace (Anxiety, Depression, & Grief)
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
West University Place, TX 77005
Are you overwhelmed? Have you tried the same methods to ease your mind with no relief? Well, you have come to the right place. Let That Missing Peace Counseling and Consulting help you discover the peace you have been longing for.
Are you overwhelmed? Have you tried the same methods to ease your mind with no relief? Well, you have come to the right place. Let That Missing Peace Counseling and Consulting help you discover the peace you have been longing for.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PsyD, LCSW
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Michael Jackson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC, LPC-A
Verified Verified
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Houston, TX 77006
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77056 (Online Only)
I have over 13 years of experience providing person-centered, strengths-based, and culturally informed psychotherapy. I've provided services to a wide range of clients including adults, geriatric populations, BIPOC and Black-identified, LGBTQ+, and youth. I utilize psychodynamic and evidenced-based approaches to support my clients in their healing journey. My approach is collaborative, relational, and supportive in guiding clients as they set and meet their goals.
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Kennedy Sanchez
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77030 (Online Only)
I'm a Black therapist located in the Houston Galleria area.
Change can be scary. With change comes new beginnings, new responsibilities, and new relationships; which can be overwhelming. You tend to question, "Am I good enough," "Am I ready," and "Will I be accepted?" These negative thought loops can cause anxiousness. This way of thinking can cause you to avoid thriving forward and reaching your full potential. It can also keep you from meeting amazing people and experiencing the good things in life.
I'm a Black therapist located in the Houston Galleria area.
Change can be scary. With change comes new beginnings, new responsibilities, and new relationships; which can be overwhelming. You tend to question, "Am I good enough," "Am I ready," and "Will I be accepted?" These negative thought loops can cause anxiousness. This way of thinking can cause you to avoid thriving forward and reaching your full potential. It can also keep you from meeting amazing people and experiencing the good things in life.
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2023 is your game changer year! In this world, Black and Brown people experience trauma and oppression daily. This constant stress impacts the way you feel and causes anxiety or depression. You need support from someone who understands your cultural experiences. Now, you can have support from someone who appreciates your pain and suffering because they have had their own struggles to overcome. Well, you do not have to look any further. We would love to provide you the mental health support you need. Remember, we are providing services in Missouri, Illinois, Tennessee, and Texas. You belong here!
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I understand wanting to talk to someone but feeling apprehensive because that's just not something that us black folks tend to do.
Yes, reading through all these profiles is a lot. Listen, you already know that something is wrong, you already know it’s a cycle, and you already know that something has to change. Your wife, your gal or ya dude has already told you that if you don’t stop, they're leaving you, your job is probably tripping, you have already pissed off your family members, and now you’re here. Struggling with communicating exactly what's going on, and how you feel (that's if you even know how you feel, things have gotten so complicated that your don't even know anymore). Let me help you break the cycle, and learn a better way to do things.
I understand wanting to talk to someone but feeling apprehensive because that's just not something that us black folks tend to do.
Yes, reading through all these profiles is a lot. Listen, you already know that something is wrong, you already know it’s a cycle, and you already know that something has to change. Your wife, your gal or ya dude has already told you that if you don’t stop, they're leaving you, your job is probably tripping, you have already pissed off your family members, and now you’re here. Struggling with communicating exactly what's going on, and how you feel (that's if you even know how you feel, things have gotten so complicated that your don't even know anymore). Let me help you break the cycle, and learn a better way to do things.
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Joseph Heggins
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77006 (Online Only)
I specialize in providing compassionate support for individuals facing challenges such as complex PTSD, chronic depression, anxiety accompanied by panic attacks, and navigating the mental health landscape for gay and bisexual men. Additionally, I am dedicated to supporting the mental wellness of Black Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC), those in recovery, and individuals striving to cultivate fulfilling relationships with friends and family. Take the first step towards a brighter tomorrow with personalized care and understanding.
I specialize in providing compassionate support for individuals facing challenges such as complex PTSD, chronic depression, anxiety accompanied by panic attacks, and navigating the mental health landscape for gay and bisexual men. Additionally, I am dedicated to supporting the mental wellness of Black Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC), those in recovery, and individuals striving to cultivate fulfilling relationships with friends and family. Take the first step towards a brighter tomorrow with personalized care and understanding.
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Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77056 (Online Only)
Our practice works with Black clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, PTSD, and stress management to process the origins of their concerns through a racially-sensitive lens. We also work with adult clients seeking to improve their relationships with self and others by helping them understand and process the impact of historical and generational racial trauma on their relationships with themselves, their families, their friends, and their partners.
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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.