Black and African American Therapists in 48235
As African-American females, we face unique challenges in our everyday lives that affect how we view ourselves, how we show up in relationships, and how we protect our boundaries and inner peace.
Patterns of unhealthy relationships, family truama, challenging life experiences and our sense of self-worth play a central role in who we choose to love, how we parent and how we prioritize our self-care. Having the tools to better guard your heart, create healthy relationships, and enjoy greater happiness is possible.
As African-American females, we face unique challenges in our everyday lives that affect how we view ourselves, how we show up in relationships, and how we protect our boundaries and inner peace.
Patterns of unhealthy relationships, family truama, challenging life experiences and our sense of self-worth play a central role in who we choose to love, how we parent and how we prioritize our self-care. Having the tools to better guard your heart, create healthy relationships, and enjoy greater happiness is possible.
Our staff consists of African American male practitioners that each have over 20 years experience working with boys and young men of color and parents to change trajectories and outcomes.
Restorative Counseling Services utilizes a culturally competent client-centered approach to facilitate and address the social-emotional needs of boys, young men and adults. Restorative Counseling Services assists with building resiliency, decision making, overcoming obstacles, and equipping them with the skills to enhance decision making. As practitioners we are driven to understand and help young men overcome the barriers that are standing in the way of their success. Areas of focus include, but aren't limited to anger management, conflict resolution, depression, respect, ethics, self-esteem,character adjustments and life skills.
Our staff consists of African American male practitioners that each have over 20 years experience working with boys and young men of color and parents to change trajectories and outcomes.
Restorative Counseling Services utilizes a culturally competent client-centered approach to facilitate and address the social-emotional needs of boys, young men and adults. Restorative Counseling Services assists with building resiliency, decision making, overcoming obstacles, and equipping them with the skills to enhance decision making. As practitioners we are driven to understand and help young men overcome the barriers that are standing in the way of their success. Areas of focus include, but aren't limited to anger management, conflict resolution, depression, respect, ethics, self-esteem,character adjustments and life skills.
My core belief is that trust is the foundation of every successful partnership. I’m committed to being honest, reliable, and fully transparent in every interaction. I listen carefully to your goals, communicate openly throughout the process, and always act in your best interest. My mission is to provide not only excellent service, but also peace of mind—so you feel confident and supported every step of the way.
My core belief is that trust is the foundation of every successful partnership. I’m committed to being honest, reliable, and fully transparent in every interaction. I listen carefully to your goals, communicate openly throughout the process, and always act in your best interest. My mission is to provide not only excellent service, but also peace of mind—so you feel confident and supported every step of the way.
My ideal client is someone who desires to heal and move forward with their lives. This person is willing to do the work necessary to get the results they desire. My ideal client is respectful of my time just as I would be respectful of their time; thus, my ideal client attends all scheduled sessions or cancels at least 24-48 hours in advance. My goal is to empower clients to lead happier, more fulfilling lives. With a compassionate and client-centered approach, I offer counseling that empower individuals to overcome life's challenges and achieve their goals.
My ideal client is someone who desires to heal and move forward with their lives. This person is willing to do the work necessary to get the results they desire. My ideal client is respectful of my time just as I would be respectful of their time; thus, my ideal client attends all scheduled sessions or cancels at least 24-48 hours in advance. My goal is to empower clients to lead happier, more fulfilling lives. With a compassionate and client-centered approach, I offer counseling that empower individuals to overcome life's challenges and achieve their goals.
Speaking Emotions Counseling Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, IMH-E, CTS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Imagine your ideal life-one filled with joy, balance, and emotional well-being. Right now, you may feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected. You might be struggling with trauma, grief, relationship challenges, infidelity, mental health concerns, substance abuse, or life transitions. You may feel unheard, unseen, or unsure of how to move forward.
What you need is a safe space to explore your emotions, gain clarity, and develop the tools to navigate life challenges. Your goal is to heal, regain your confidence, rebuild relationships, and cultivate a life that aligns with your true self. You want to feel empowered, emotionally balance.
Imagine your ideal life-one filled with joy, balance, and emotional well-being. Right now, you may feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected. You might be struggling with trauma, grief, relationship challenges, infidelity, mental health concerns, substance abuse, or life transitions. You may feel unheard, unseen, or unsure of how to move forward.
What you need is a safe space to explore your emotions, gain clarity, and develop the tools to navigate life challenges. Your goal is to heal, regain your confidence, rebuild relationships, and cultivate a life that aligns with your true self. You want to feel empowered, emotionally balance.
Shane'qua Gray
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Detroit, MI 48235
I'm here to help the overthinkers. The people who feel like they're a prisoner to their own mind, which hardly ever slows down. The people who feel like being smart and talented can make you feel frozen...There are so many thoughts and running in your head that it's hard to act. How do you know which voice is yours and which voices are distractions from thoughts and opinions of others? How do you know the right things to do and the right moves to make when there's so much going on? And when you do know, how do you actually execute? How do you get it out of your head and make it happen in real life? If you can relate, contact me now.
I'm here to help the overthinkers. The people who feel like they're a prisoner to their own mind, which hardly ever slows down. The people who feel like being smart and talented can make you feel frozen...There are so many thoughts and running in your head that it's hard to act. How do you know which voice is yours and which voices are distractions from thoughts and opinions of others? How do you know the right things to do and the right moves to make when there's so much going on? And when you do know, how do you actually execute? How do you get it out of your head and make it happen in real life? If you can relate, contact me now.
Darthanian Y B Nichols
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW, BSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Detroit, MI 48235
Are you struggling with trust in your relationship (somebody cheated), Feeling unheard in your family? Looking to find the "fire" again in your relationship? Family is important, the need to feel connected is important and I want to help you and your loved ones do just that. I specialize in Family and couples therapy, and I want the chance to work with you to recreate the family and relationship you want.
Are you struggling with trust in your relationship (somebody cheated), Feeling unheard in your family? Looking to find the "fire" again in your relationship? Family is important, the need to feel connected is important and I want to help you and your loved ones do just that. I specialize in Family and couples therapy, and I want the chance to work with you to recreate the family and relationship you want.
Detroit Counseling and Wellness Solutions
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW-C
Verified Verified
Online Only
Is the stress of life overshadowing your joy and purpose? If so, know this, the most important person on the path of wellness is YOU! Your courage and resilience have gotten you this far and it's never too early (or too late) to be intentional with your life and mental wellness. My humanistic approach will not only give you a safe space to grow, but it will also help you heal through emotional baggage and allow for you to move forward with purpose. Childhood trauma? Complicated relationships? Feeling stuck? Lets work on creating opportunities for healing!
Is the stress of life overshadowing your joy and purpose? If so, know this, the most important person on the path of wellness is YOU! Your courage and resilience have gotten you this far and it's never too early (or too late) to be intentional with your life and mental wellness. My humanistic approach will not only give you a safe space to grow, but it will also help you heal through emotional baggage and allow for you to move forward with purpose. Childhood trauma? Complicated relationships? Feeling stuck? Lets work on creating opportunities for healing!
Peace of mind is attained not by ignoring problems, but by solving them. — Raymond Hull. Are you seeking new methods of communication with others as well as to yourself? With two decades of experience, I want to support you in your journey of healing from PTSD, depression, anxiety and situational life struggles. I'll provide you compassionate and empathetic treatment that may involve CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, Moral Reconation Therapy, along with other methods that caters to bringing out the peace of mind that you deserve.
Peace of mind is attained not by ignoring problems, but by solving them. — Raymond Hull. Are you seeking new methods of communication with others as well as to yourself? With two decades of experience, I want to support you in your journey of healing from PTSD, depression, anxiety and situational life struggles. I'll provide you compassionate and empathetic treatment that may involve CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, Moral Reconation Therapy, along with other methods that caters to bringing out the peace of mind that you deserve.
Dove's Heart Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48235
I have over 20 years of experience working with individuals, families couples, and groups. My educational background includes a Ph.D. in Family Studies, a MA in Counseling, and a BA in Family Life Education. I worked in family preservation for over 10 years, I am certified in treating sexual addictions, sexual abuse recovery, and facilitating life skills. I am experienced in offering support for grief, change of life, and parenting. I am also educated and experienced in crisis intervention including but not limited to mental health emergencies, domestic violence, and sexual assault.
I have over 20 years of experience working with individuals, families couples, and groups. My educational background includes a Ph.D. in Family Studies, a MA in Counseling, and a BA in Family Life Education. I worked in family preservation for over 10 years, I am certified in treating sexual addictions, sexual abuse recovery, and facilitating life skills. I am experienced in offering support for grief, change of life, and parenting. I am also educated and experienced in crisis intervention including but not limited to mental health emergencies, domestic violence, and sexual assault.
Danita M Davis
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I believe our mental health is just as important as our physical health, and my goal is to remove the stigmatism that is associated with addressing what is often times referred to is “mental illness.” When in fact, one of the benefits of counseling is to find a neutral resource to directly listen to you and to help you sort through “life", when things become overwhelming and challenging. My therapeutic style is to focus on the solution and not the actual problem. My goal is to provide you with the tools necessary to fill your toolbox.
I believe our mental health is just as important as our physical health, and my goal is to remove the stigmatism that is associated with addressing what is often times referred to is “mental illness.” When in fact, one of the benefits of counseling is to find a neutral resource to directly listen to you and to help you sort through “life", when things become overwhelming and challenging. My therapeutic style is to focus on the solution and not the actual problem. My goal is to provide you with the tools necessary to fill your toolbox.
Meet Our Black and African American Therapists
In order for one to heal one must release what they’re suppressing. Together we will work on effective positive coping skills to address the root cause to any difficulties you may struggle with, to get back to “a healed and healthy version of you”. My goal as your therapist is to provide guidance that will help you navigate through the challenges that life brings. We will work together to achieve your mental health balance and wellness goals. I aim to break barriers and obstacles that are associated with the mental health stigma.
In order for one to heal one must release what they’re suppressing. Together we will work on effective positive coping skills to address the root cause to any difficulties you may struggle with, to get back to “a healed and healthy version of you”. My goal as your therapist is to provide guidance that will help you navigate through the challenges that life brings. We will work together to achieve your mental health balance and wellness goals. I aim to break barriers and obstacles that are associated with the mental health stigma.
The ideal client is a motivated individual seeking personal growth, self-empowerment, and a sense of purpose. They are open to guidance, support, and new perspectives, and they strive to align their goals and actions with their authentic selves. By investing in their personal development, they aim to cultivate meaningful relationships, achieve work-life balance, and live a fulfilling and purposeful life.
The ideal client is a motivated individual seeking personal growth, self-empowerment, and a sense of purpose. They are open to guidance, support, and new perspectives, and they strive to align their goals and actions with their authentic selves. By investing in their personal development, they aim to cultivate meaningful relationships, achieve work-life balance, and live a fulfilling and purposeful life.
Asking for help can be really hard! Talking to a stranger can be uncomfortable. So, I strive to make this process a little bit easier by creating a safe and comfortable space that puts you at ease. Feeling stuck? Overwhelmed? Depressed? Anxious? Struggling with self-esteem? Whatever it is that you are going through, my goal is to empower you! I believe that you have what you need within you. My goal is to help you bring that out. I work with you to take your expertise in your life and combine it with my clinical knowledge and skills to tailor techniques and strategies to you and your goals.
Asking for help can be really hard! Talking to a stranger can be uncomfortable. So, I strive to make this process a little bit easier by creating a safe and comfortable space that puts you at ease. Feeling stuck? Overwhelmed? Depressed? Anxious? Struggling with self-esteem? Whatever it is that you are going through, my goal is to empower you! I believe that you have what you need within you. My goal is to help you bring that out. I work with you to take your expertise in your life and combine it with my clinical knowledge and skills to tailor techniques and strategies to you and your goals.
Guiding Light Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW-C, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Guiding Light Counseling Services utilizes evidence-based practices to ensure ethical and effective care, allowing clients to achieve emotional relief without additional trauma. Our clients create personalized treatment goals, develop crisis safety plans, and work toward their objectives at their own pace. As a team of dedicated mental health clinicians, we provide a safe and supportive environment for clients to explore and process their thoughts and emotions. We integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to promote healing and growth.
Guiding Light Counseling Services utilizes evidence-based practices to ensure ethical and effective care, allowing clients to achieve emotional relief without additional trauma. Our clients create personalized treatment goals, develop crisis safety plans, and work toward their objectives at their own pace. As a team of dedicated mental health clinicians, we provide a safe and supportive environment for clients to explore and process their thoughts and emotions. We integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to promote healing and growth.
My ideal client is someone who is facing significant life challenges, such as coping with loss, managing trauma, battling anxiety or depression, or striving for better work-life balance. They may also be looking to improve their financial literacy, enhance their leadership skills, or achieve personal and professional growth through life coaching. They want a supportive and understanding therapist who can help them navigate these difficulties, build resilience, and achieve their goals of emotional stability and overall well-being.
My ideal client is someone who is facing significant life challenges, such as coping with loss, managing trauma, battling anxiety or depression, or striving for better work-life balance. They may also be looking to improve their financial literacy, enhance their leadership skills, or achieve personal and professional growth through life coaching. They want a supportive and understanding therapist who can help them navigate these difficulties, build resilience, and achieve their goals of emotional stability and overall well-being.
I provide a safe and welcoming space to explore your feelings, discover your strengths and learn to set healthy boundaries to help you reach your goals. You deserve someone to listen without judgement and collaborate with you to develop new habits that will provide personal growth and gain additional tools to cope with life’s challenges. I am here to add to your support system by holding safe space, challenging you to love yourself more, and cheering you on as you improve your well-being. Whether you just need a listening ear or more involved support, I look forward to working with you.
I provide a safe and welcoming space to explore your feelings, discover your strengths and learn to set healthy boundaries to help you reach your goals. You deserve someone to listen without judgement and collaborate with you to develop new habits that will provide personal growth and gain additional tools to cope with life’s challenges. I am here to add to your support system by holding safe space, challenging you to love yourself more, and cheering you on as you improve your well-being. Whether you just need a listening ear or more involved support, I look forward to working with you.
I love working with people who are looking to elevate and change their lives. The ideal client is anyone who seeks to become a more capable and confident version of themselves. As a psychotherapist, I assist in the building of healthy self-esteem and self-worth, thus, assisting in the cultivation of positive relationships, whether intrapersonal (with self), romantic, or familial. I believe that change starts with our thoughts, and once we change our thoughts our behaviors will follow suit.
I love working with people who are looking to elevate and change their lives. The ideal client is anyone who seeks to become a more capable and confident version of themselves. As a psychotherapist, I assist in the building of healthy self-esteem and self-worth, thus, assisting in the cultivation of positive relationships, whether intrapersonal (with self), romantic, or familial. I believe that change starts with our thoughts, and once we change our thoughts our behaviors will follow suit.
Everyone generally have a desire to be accepted and loved. That is a right to all, but there are people who have given up the search. Hope is here! I believe in people and in them finding their greatest potential. No one person can do it all alone, it takes a multitude of counsel to navigate through life. Allow me to assist you in finding the right path for your future.
Everyone generally have a desire to be accepted and loved. That is a right to all, but there are people who have given up the search. Hope is here! I believe in people and in them finding their greatest potential. No one person can do it all alone, it takes a multitude of counsel to navigate through life. Allow me to assist you in finding the right path for your future.
Dr. Roxsanna Collins
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MS, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Detroit, MI 48235
Welcome. I can help you explore why you are feeling or thinking how you are and provide the tools to work on becoming a better you. I established the Well-Being Amid Multiple Adverse Risk Theory and the permanence Model. I have spent many years observing and working with children and young adults with autism spectrum disorder, adults with substance abuse and co-occurring disorders, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, trauma disorders, spirituality concerns, work adversity, family dynamic issues, emotional disturbances, LGBTQ+, public service and safety workers, jail/prison population, Bipolar I and II, ADHD and adjustment disorders.
Welcome. I can help you explore why you are feeling or thinking how you are and provide the tools to work on becoming a better you. I established the Well-Being Amid Multiple Adverse Risk Theory and the permanence Model. I have spent many years observing and working with children and young adults with autism spectrum disorder, adults with substance abuse and co-occurring disorders, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, trauma disorders, spirituality concerns, work adversity, family dynamic issues, emotional disturbances, LGBTQ+, public service and safety workers, jail/prison population, Bipolar I and II, ADHD and adjustment disorders.
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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.