Black Therapists in Oxford
Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected or just want to understand yourself better, therapy can offer a safe, supportive space to make sense of your experiences, build confidence and explore how to change things in your life that feel like they are holding you back. It’s not about being judged or “fixed.” It's a collaborative process where we'll work together to better understand your relationship with yourself and others, identify and break unhelpful patterns like people-pleasing or avoidance, and build meaningful, sustainable strategies to help you feel more fulfilled and in control.
Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected or just want to understand yourself better, therapy can offer a safe, supportive space to make sense of your experiences, build confidence and explore how to change things in your life that feel like they are holding you back. It’s not about being judged or “fixed.” It's a collaborative process where we'll work together to better understand your relationship with yourself and others, identify and break unhelpful patterns like people-pleasing or avoidance, and build meaningful, sustainable strategies to help you feel more fulfilled and in control.
Are you tired of going around the same old mountain? Counselling could be the first step in you experiencing the change you desire.
Are you tired of going around the same old mountain? Counselling could be the first step in you experiencing the change you desire.
Scrolling to find the right therapist? It's overwhelming, but my job is to make the process easier. I am a licensed Psychotherapist (MSc) who works with adults (18+) and specializes in relationships, anxiety, depression, trauma, coping with grief and loss, and eating disorders. Are you the kind of person who uses a smile to distract others from your pain? Then you're in the right place. I am here to facilitate you in creating your own bubble and safe space. I am curious to understand more about your own inner world since it looks so different for each of us. If you’re struggling please feel free to send me a message.
Scrolling to find the right therapist? It's overwhelming, but my job is to make the process easier. I am a licensed Psychotherapist (MSc) who works with adults (18+) and specializes in relationships, anxiety, depression, trauma, coping with grief and loss, and eating disorders. Are you the kind of person who uses a smile to distract others from your pain? Then you're in the right place. I am here to facilitate you in creating your own bubble and safe space. I am curious to understand more about your own inner world since it looks so different for each of us. If you’re struggling please feel free to send me a message.
As an active member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the Black, African and Asian Therapy Network (BAATN), I adhere to strict ethical guidelines and continually enhance my skills through ongoing professional development.
Welcome, I'm Tricia. I offer Individual and Couples counselling via video or phone for clients across the UK and abroad. My counselling sessions provide a supportive space where you can pause, reflect, and work through the thoughts weighing on your mind. I understand that building trust takes time, so we will work at a pace that feels comfortable for you. As your therapist, I am ready to meet you wherever you are emotionally and mentally.
In our sessions, there is nothing that cannot be spoken about.
As an active member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the Black, African and Asian Therapy Network (BAATN), I adhere to strict ethical guidelines and continually enhance my skills through ongoing professional development.
Welcome, I'm Tricia. I offer Individual and Couples counselling via video or phone for clients across the UK and abroad. My counselling sessions provide a supportive space where you can pause, reflect, and work through the thoughts weighing on your mind. I understand that building trust takes time, so we will work at a pace that feels comfortable for you. As your therapist, I am ready to meet you wherever you are emotionally and mentally.
In our sessions, there is nothing that cannot be spoken about.
Keeley Taverner is a British- Jamaican psychotherapist who started her adult life as a mother of two, working as a cashier at Ikea while feeling trapped in an abusive relationship with a narcissist.
Are you baffled by your relationship with a narcissist?
Are you exhausted by the mind games, gaslighting, and deceit?
Have your friends grown tired of hearing you talk about the same issues?
Don't worry, you're not alone. Narcissistic abuse is real and NOT all therapists get it. Narcs are sly, conniving, and incredibly devious. Until you've experienced their abuse, it's hard to understand. This often leads to victims feeling increasingly isolated, which exacerbates the narcissist's control and creates fertile ground for further abuse. It's no wonder such relationships compromise your sanity.
Keeley Taverner is a British- Jamaican psychotherapist who started her adult life as a mother of two, working as a cashier at Ikea while feeling trapped in an abusive relationship with a narcissist.
Are you baffled by your relationship with a narcissist?
Are you exhausted by the mind games, gaslighting, and deceit?
Have your friends grown tired of hearing you talk about the same issues?
Don't worry, you're not alone. Narcissistic abuse is real and NOT all therapists get it. Narcs are sly, conniving, and incredibly devious. Until you've experienced their abuse, it's hard to understand. This often leads to victims feeling increasingly isolated, which exacerbates the narcissist's control and creates fertile ground for further abuse. It's no wonder such relationships compromise your sanity.
I am Nigerian, I work with various ethnicities and I am culturally aware.
Need therapy beyond friends, podcasts and self-help books that no longer help? Perhaps it is time to speak with a professional. I know that not everyone has a 'problem' as such but we sometimes simply want to understand ourselves better, figure out how we end up in the situations we keep finding ourselves and explore our feelings discreetly without judgement. Whatever your reasons for seeking therapy at this time, I welcome you.
I am Sade and I am here to accompany you in your journey towards self-knowledge and change. It won't always be easy (you probably know that) but you will no longer be alone.
I am Nigerian, I work with various ethnicities and I am culturally aware.
Need therapy beyond friends, podcasts and self-help books that no longer help? Perhaps it is time to speak with a professional. I know that not everyone has a 'problem' as such but we sometimes simply want to understand ourselves better, figure out how we end up in the situations we keep finding ourselves and explore our feelings discreetly without judgement. Whatever your reasons for seeking therapy at this time, I welcome you.
I am Sade and I am here to accompany you in your journey towards self-knowledge and change. It won't always be easy (you probably know that) but you will no longer be alone.
I work with individuals on a range of emotional and psychological difficulties including anxiety, stress and depression as well having as a particular interest in helping couples navigate relationship challenges.
Many of the people I support appear to be managing on the surface, but internally feel under pressure, overwhelmed, or unsure about what comes next. Others come to therapy because of ongoing relationship difficulties, such as communication issues, infidelity or emotional distance.
Together, we explore what’s happening, helping you make sense of your experiences and move towards greater clarity and a way forward.
I work with individuals on a range of emotional and psychological difficulties including anxiety, stress and depression as well having as a particular interest in helping couples navigate relationship challenges.
Many of the people I support appear to be managing on the surface, but internally feel under pressure, overwhelmed, or unsure about what comes next. Others come to therapy because of ongoing relationship difficulties, such as communication issues, infidelity or emotional distance.
Together, we explore what’s happening, helping you make sense of your experiences and move towards greater clarity and a way forward.
Are you navigating a difficult season while still trying manage everyday life? Do you feel like you’re holding things together just enough to get through the day, yet inside you’re running on empty and wondering if anyone notices?
I'm Rebecca, a psychologist offering steady, whole-person psychological support for working adults navigating difficult seasons such as chronic stress, health challenges, familial issues, work-life conflict or private burdens that don’t always show on the surface.
Are you navigating a difficult season while still trying manage everyday life? Do you feel like you’re holding things together just enough to get through the day, yet inside you’re running on empty and wondering if anyone notices?
I'm Rebecca, a psychologist offering steady, whole-person psychological support for working adults navigating difficult seasons such as chronic stress, health challenges, familial issues, work-life conflict or private burdens that don’t always show on the surface.
Hi - are you feeling stuck? Repeating the same patterns of behaviour again and again in your life or relationship and going around in circles? Do you feel a lack of love/respect from your partner or someone close to you? Is sex/intimacy or compulsive sexual behaviour an issue? Perhaps trauma, life changes, neurodiversity (adhd/asc) or difficult times have led to anxiety/depression, the trust has gone, or you're feeling sad, angry, lonely, numb, or not sure what you feel anymore? I provide a safe, non-judgmental space supporting individuals, couples, neurodiverse and enm relationships gain confidence to change and improve wellbeing.
Hi - are you feeling stuck? Repeating the same patterns of behaviour again and again in your life or relationship and going around in circles? Do you feel a lack of love/respect from your partner or someone close to you? Is sex/intimacy or compulsive sexual behaviour an issue? Perhaps trauma, life changes, neurodiversity (adhd/asc) or difficult times have led to anxiety/depression, the trust has gone, or you're feeling sad, angry, lonely, numb, or not sure what you feel anymore? I provide a safe, non-judgmental space supporting individuals, couples, neurodiverse and enm relationships gain confidence to change and improve wellbeing.
My approach is rooted in compassion, authenticity, and a deep understanding that healing is as much about reconnecting with yourself as it is about addressing the wounds you’ve endured. Where relevant I can help you to understand the source of your core pain, which acknowledges and honours the struggles you have already endured while identifying the strengths you have developed to adapt and survive. Where some of these adaptations have become unhelpful, I work with you to discover healthy coping mechanisms and tools moving forward.
My approach is rooted in compassion, authenticity, and a deep understanding that healing is as much about reconnecting with yourself as it is about addressing the wounds you’ve endured. Where relevant I can help you to understand the source of your core pain, which acknowledges and honours the struggles you have already endured while identifying the strengths you have developed to adapt and survive. Where some of these adaptations have become unhelpful, I work with you to discover healthy coping mechanisms and tools moving forward.
Many of the people I work with arrive having carried something for too long. Senior professionals running on empty, whose sleep and sense of self have started to fray. Women with PMDD — the condition I wrote and published a book on — who have spent years being told what they experience is just "normal PMS". People living with the after-effects of trauma that never properly settled. What they share is being capable, articulate adults who have nonetheless reached the point of needing help. I work with all of that — at the pace your system can tolerate, with rigour, and without pretending therapy is a cure.
Many of the people I work with arrive having carried something for too long. Senior professionals running on empty, whose sleep and sense of self have started to fray. Women with PMDD — the condition I wrote and published a book on — who have spent years being told what they experience is just "normal PMS". People living with the after-effects of trauma that never properly settled. What they share is being capable, articulate adults who have nonetheless reached the point of needing help. I work with all of that — at the pace your system can tolerate, with rigour, and without pretending therapy is a cure.
I help high-achieving adults overcome difficulties rooted in growing up between cultures.
You may have achieved your parents’ and grandparents’ wildest dreams, but feel there’s something missing.
Outwardly, you show few signs that things are wrong; internally, there is an increasing mismatch between your public self and your inner life.
My work has taught me that feelings of alienation, emptiness, and uncertainty are central to the experience of those who grew up between cultures. Ironically, accomplishments make it easier for internal struggles to be disregarded, by others and ourselves.
I help high-achieving adults overcome difficulties rooted in growing up between cultures.
You may have achieved your parents’ and grandparents’ wildest dreams, but feel there’s something missing.
Outwardly, you show few signs that things are wrong; internally, there is an increasing mismatch between your public self and your inner life.
My work has taught me that feelings of alienation, emptiness, and uncertainty are central to the experience of those who grew up between cultures. Ironically, accomplishments make it easier for internal struggles to be disregarded, by others and ourselves.
The people who come to us arrive with the full range of adult difficulty — anxiety that has been wearing them down, depression, the after-effects of trauma, relationships that are not working, neurodivergent adults, LGBTQIA+ clients looking for genuinely affirming practice, and senior professionals carrying pressure they cannot put down anywhere else. What our team of more than 90 qualified counsellors and therapists offers is something specific: deliberate matching. You are not assigned to whoever happens to be available. You are matched to the practitioner whose training, specialism, and approach actually fit your needs.
The people who come to us arrive with the full range of adult difficulty — anxiety that has been wearing them down, depression, the after-effects of trauma, relationships that are not working, neurodivergent adults, LGBTQIA+ clients looking for genuinely affirming practice, and senior professionals carrying pressure they cannot put down anywhere else. What our team of more than 90 qualified counsellors and therapists offers is something specific: deliberate matching. You are not assigned to whoever happens to be available. You are matched to the practitioner whose training, specialism, and approach actually fit your needs.
You may be feeling anxious, low, overwhelmed, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. Perhaps past experiences still affect your confidence, relationships or sense of direction. You might be facing a life transition, university, career change, identity questions or loss and want reassurance that you’re making the right choices. I offer a safe, non-judgemental space where we work collaboratively and at your pace, using an integrative, humanistic, trauma-informed approach to help you feel more grounded, confident and emotionally secure, and better able to understand yourself, your need, build a more fulfilled & balanced life
You may be feeling anxious, low, overwhelmed, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. Perhaps past experiences still affect your confidence, relationships or sense of direction. You might be facing a life transition, university, career change, identity questions or loss and want reassurance that you’re making the right choices. I offer a safe, non-judgemental space where we work collaboratively and at your pace, using an integrative, humanistic, trauma-informed approach to help you feel more grounded, confident and emotionally secure, and better able to understand yourself, your need, build a more fulfilled & balanced life
Neurologic Music Therapy for patients with neuro-disabilities,
Community Music Therapy for supported living services,
Music Therapy for Children and Young Adults with Special Educational Needs
Neurologic Music Therapy for patients with neuro-disabilities,
Community Music Therapy for supported living services,
Music Therapy for Children and Young Adults with Special Educational Needs
Are you carrying a lot of stress on your own and feel unhappy or anxious? Maybe you keep finding yourself in relationships that don't make you happy or make you feel insecure or resentful? Maybe you get overwhelmed by trauma or painful experiences from your past? These could be new problems or problems you've been struggling with for a long time. We all have mental health needs and we don't have to suffer alone. With over 20 years of experience I am here to help you get your life back on track. I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist and Certified Advanced Level Schema Therapist and work in the NHS and in private healthcare.
Are you carrying a lot of stress on your own and feel unhappy or anxious? Maybe you keep finding yourself in relationships that don't make you happy or make you feel insecure or resentful? Maybe you get overwhelmed by trauma or painful experiences from your past? These could be new problems or problems you've been struggling with for a long time. We all have mental health needs and we don't have to suffer alone. With over 20 years of experience I am here to help you get your life back on track. I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist and Certified Advanced Level Schema Therapist and work in the NHS and in private healthcare.
I offer confidential, client focused psychotherapy, Face-Face & Zoom worldwide . Through dialogue and the shared exploration of your life, you may find relief from recurring problems, live your life more fully and realise your full potential. Therapy is a personal and individual process of change, as well as understanding. This is an opportunity to take time and space to think about yourself and the problems you may be facing. By talking to a trained psychotherapist you may find it easier to understand how past experiences, thought patterns and behaviour, or anxieties about the future are causing difficulties in your daily life.
I offer confidential, client focused psychotherapy, Face-Face & Zoom worldwide . Through dialogue and the shared exploration of your life, you may find relief from recurring problems, live your life more fully and realise your full potential. Therapy is a personal and individual process of change, as well as understanding. This is an opportunity to take time and space to think about yourself and the problems you may be facing. By talking to a trained psychotherapist you may find it easier to understand how past experiences, thought patterns and behaviour, or anxieties about the future are causing difficulties in your daily life.
Welcome! I'm Helen-Louise, an integrative neurodiversity-affirming practitioner. I'm guessing you are here because you are experiencing anxiety, sadness, overwhelm, depression or even despair. You may be feeling unseen, misunderstood, or simply confused about how you feel. You might have come to a point where you just don't know where to turn. If this describes you then by showing up here you have just taken the first step towards change. Talking to the right person, having the space to be listened to and understood, can get you to a better place, bring more self understanding and lead to a happier you.
Welcome! I'm Helen-Louise, an integrative neurodiversity-affirming practitioner. I'm guessing you are here because you are experiencing anxiety, sadness, overwhelm, depression or even despair. You may be feeling unseen, misunderstood, or simply confused about how you feel. You might have come to a point where you just don't know where to turn. If this describes you then by showing up here you have just taken the first step towards change. Talking to the right person, having the space to be listened to and understood, can get you to a better place, bring more self understanding and lead to a happier you.
Feeling anxious, stressed or panicky? You may be searching for counselling or something associated with anxiety & conditions such as prolonged stress, panic attacks, phobias or obsessions and compulsions related to Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Your search may be out of curiosity or it may be because you are looking for some help and assistance in managing these issues. You do not have to 'feel alone' in going through these issues and I specialise in these areas and we can work through them together, so that you can feel 'more in control' and build a sense of greater self-confidence, autonomy & personal resilience.
Feeling anxious, stressed or panicky? You may be searching for counselling or something associated with anxiety & conditions such as prolonged stress, panic attacks, phobias or obsessions and compulsions related to Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Your search may be out of curiosity or it may be because you are looking for some help and assistance in managing these issues. You do not have to 'feel alone' in going through these issues and I specialise in these areas and we can work through them together, so that you can feel 'more in control' and build a sense of greater self-confidence, autonomy & personal resilience.
Thank you for taking the time to look my profile. My approach to working with you is about what you want to work on and achieve in therapy. Whether you are experiencing sadness, depression or a sense of disconnection, the human condition is characterised by a fundamental desire for connection and being heard. I work holistically on your whole self - the mind and body as one. This is firmly routed in my trainings and experience. I have a relaxed and informal approach, which supports your ability to be truly who you are, in a non-judgemental and confidential environment.
Thank you for taking the time to look my profile. My approach to working with you is about what you want to work on and achieve in therapy. Whether you are experiencing sadness, depression or a sense of disconnection, the human condition is characterised by a fundamental desire for connection and being heard. I work holistically on your whole self - the mind and body as one. This is firmly routed in my trainings and experience. I have a relaxed and informal approach, which supports your ability to be truly who you are, in a non-judgemental and confidential environment.
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FAQ - Black Counselling
As a Black British, why might I wish to see a therapist who is Black British?
Black British clients may seek out Black British 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 Black British clients?
Clients can ask therapists directly about their experience working with clients of diverse backgrounds, including with Black British 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 Black British 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, recognising 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.