Black and African American Therapists in Jesup, GA
Nechelle Gordon
Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jesup, GA 31545 (Online Only)
NeChelle Gordon is a nationally certified licensed professional counselor. She has had the pleasure of working with adults and children for more than ten years in multiple settings, including but not limited to a veterans and families outpatient clinic, women's substance abuse treatment, a maximum-level juvenile treatment center, and middle school settings.
NeChelle Gordon is a nationally certified licensed professional counselor. She has had the pleasure of working with adults and children for more than ten years in multiple settings, including but not limited to a veterans and families outpatient clinic, women's substance abuse treatment, a maximum-level juvenile treatment center, and middle school settings.
Integrated Therapeutic Perspectives
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CPCS, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jesup, GA 31545
Welcome to your safe space. We know that the Covid-19 pandemic triggered all kinds of fears. From isolation and abandonment to now having to be social again We know that anxiety and stress can be scary and stressful and so Ga ITP want you to have a support system during these times of mandatory isolation. We use HIPPA compliant platforms to provide secure confidential video and message sessions. We use Solution-Focused Therapy to achieve goals and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to resolve conflicts that hold you back from your potential.
Welcome to your safe space. We know that the Covid-19 pandemic triggered all kinds of fears. From isolation and abandonment to now having to be social again We know that anxiety and stress can be scary and stressful and so Ga ITP want you to have a support system during these times of mandatory isolation. We use HIPPA compliant platforms to provide secure confidential video and message sessions. We use Solution-Focused Therapy to achieve goals and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to resolve conflicts that hold you back from your potential.
Online Therapists
Tabria A Corprew
Licensed Professional Counselor, Ed S, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pooler, GA 31322 (Online Only)
Compassionate Counseling’s overall goal is to help dismantle the stigma attached to maternal mental health & women’s challenges while addressing systemic racism and healthcare inequities by educating, empowering, and advocating for Women of Color and those who identify as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color).
Compassionate Counseling offers a safe, non-judgmental, and emotionally supportive environment that focuses on, but does not limit mental health services to, women of color focusing its services on perinatal mental health. Compassionate Counseling is built on the core values & beliefs of: embrace, heal, & restore. Embrace where you currently are on your path, allow Compassionate Counseling to lend a hand through your healing journey to help restore hope, strength, and power.
Compassionate Counseling’s overall goal is to help dismantle the stigma attached to maternal mental health & women’s challenges while addressing systemic racism and healthcare inequities by educating, empowering, and advocating for Women of Color and those who identify as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color).
Compassionate Counseling offers a safe, non-judgmental, and emotionally supportive environment that focuses on, but does not limit mental health services to, women of color focusing its services on perinatal mental health. Compassionate Counseling is built on the core values & beliefs of: embrace, heal, & restore. Embrace where you currently are on your path, allow Compassionate Counseling to lend a hand through your healing journey to help restore hope, strength, and power.
Cursha Pierce-Lunderman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Savannah, GA 31401 (Online Only)
I love partnering with people on their journey to greatness. I use a strengths-based approach to help my clients see the choices that are always at their disposal to unlearn past harmful messaging or combat unrelenting present symptoms. As a Black woman, I always integrate the importance of diversity. Playing small to blend in doesn't serve anyone. Whether we're different based on external or internal attributes, we all need to embrace our beautiful and different qualities so that we can live an authentic life.
I love partnering with people on their journey to greatness. I use a strengths-based approach to help my clients see the choices that are always at their disposal to unlearn past harmful messaging or combat unrelenting present symptoms. As a Black woman, I always integrate the importance of diversity. Playing small to blend in doesn't serve anyone. Whether we're different based on external or internal attributes, we all need to embrace our beautiful and different qualities so that we can live an authentic life.
Demetria M Hill
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, MAC, CCTP, CPCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Valdosta, GA 31601
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a niche' of mental health, substance abuse, and trauma to African American teenagers and women. I believe that self-sufficiency is key to personal and professional success. I enjoy providing counseling and/or coaching services to individuals who are in the transitional phases of their lives. Treatment is individualized to the person receiving services. My theoretical approaches are Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), eclectic and holistic. I prefer to treat the whole person instead of pieces. By helping others to succeed regardless of their ages and stage in life, I succeed.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a niche' of mental health, substance abuse, and trauma to African American teenagers and women. I believe that self-sufficiency is key to personal and professional success. I enjoy providing counseling and/or coaching services to individuals who are in the transitional phases of their lives. Treatment is individualized to the person receiving services. My theoretical approaches are Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), eclectic and holistic. I prefer to treat the whole person instead of pieces. By helping others to succeed regardless of their ages and stage in life, I succeed.
Más Paz Counseling/More Peace Counseling
Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Savannah, GA 31401
We recognize the systemic barriers adding to mental health issues for Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) and marginalized communities, and we've dedicated this personal practice to expanding access to counseling in every way we can.
Welcome to a safe, inclusive, social justice-focused space where you can begin to learn the tools you need to help you grow. Each Provider has their area of expertise. Please look at our Provider profiles on our site to find the best fit for you. We each have our area of expertise, however, services we provide include- Adult Individual counseling, Couples/Relationship Counseling, Trauma-centered care, EMDR.
We recognize the systemic barriers adding to mental health issues for Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) and marginalized communities, and we've dedicated this personal practice to expanding access to counseling in every way we can.
Welcome to a safe, inclusive, social justice-focused space where you can begin to learn the tools you need to help you grow. Each Provider has their area of expertise. Please look at our Provider profiles on our site to find the best fit for you. We each have our area of expertise, however, services we provide include- Adult Individual counseling, Couples/Relationship Counseling, Trauma-centered care, EMDR.
Shante Breitenbach
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Rincon, GA 31326
Waitlist for nights session! There are times when the pain and discomfort have no words. If the things that you used to love no longer bring you joy, or you can't seem to shake that dark cloud, I can help. If your sleep is out of sync and you feel nothing but fatigue, I can help. Together we can rediscover what it means to be you. Together we can finally rid you of that inexplicable sadness and/or hopelessness, the anger, the intrusive thoughts, the nagging worry, and integrate all progress that you have made. You can rediscover your sense of self.
Waitlist for nights session! There are times when the pain and discomfort have no words. If the things that you used to love no longer bring you joy, or you can't seem to shake that dark cloud, I can help. If your sleep is out of sync and you feel nothing but fatigue, I can help. Together we can rediscover what it means to be you. Together we can finally rid you of that inexplicable sadness and/or hopelessness, the anger, the intrusive thoughts, the nagging worry, and integrate all progress that you have made. You can rediscover your sense of self.
Steven Sean Owens
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Savannah, GA 31410 (Online Only)
I am honored to have the privilege of helping you on your journey. It is my passion to support you through the many challenging phases of life. During my time in practice, I've had the opportunity to work with a diverse client population ranging from ages 5-65, addressing a wide range of presenting problems in the clinical setting including but not limited to: Depression, Anxiety, Life and Career Transitions, Relationships, Men's Issues, Substance Abuse, and Trauma. With all the rapid changes occuring in the world I understand the need to have empathetic, compassionate, and non judgemental support.
I am honored to have the privilege of helping you on your journey. It is my passion to support you through the many challenging phases of life. During my time in practice, I've had the opportunity to work with a diverse client population ranging from ages 5-65, addressing a wide range of presenting problems in the clinical setting including but not limited to: Depression, Anxiety, Life and Career Transitions, Relationships, Men's Issues, Substance Abuse, and Trauma. With all the rapid changes occuring in the world I understand the need to have empathetic, compassionate, and non judgemental support.
Kim Whyte
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MAC, SAP, CPCS, CCMHC
Verified Verified
Savannah, GA 31405
Waitlist for new clients
Treating you with respect, empathy, and positive regard is my personal commitment. We will collaborate on an individualized plan to provide counseling, support, and prevention services for individuals, couples, and organizations. Challenges addressed include: grief, anxiety, relationship challenges, parenting, inclusivity, career transitions, multicultural sensitivity, depression, sleep challenges, trauma, combat-related symptoms, communication skills. DOT SAP Evaluations, alcohol & substance use assessments, and emotional wellness coaching
Treating you with respect, empathy, and positive regard is my personal commitment. We will collaborate on an individualized plan to provide counseling, support, and prevention services for individuals, couples, and organizations. Challenges addressed include: grief, anxiety, relationship challenges, parenting, inclusivity, career transitions, multicultural sensitivity, depression, sleep challenges, trauma, combat-related symptoms, communication skills. DOT SAP Evaluations, alcohol & substance use assessments, and emotional wellness coaching
Desiree' Jefferson
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Savannah, GA 31405
Children are the most imaginative and unique people in the world. But when their needs are not adequately met, their magic hides behind the realities of the world. Because children are constantly growing and developing, they can not process emotions like adults. Thus, play can be used to resolve and process psychosocial difficulties. I specialize in play therapy and therapy for siblings from ages three to twelve. With my education in psychology and training with children, I can help guide your child to the next steps in emotional wellness and achieving optimal growth.
Children are the most imaginative and unique people in the world. But when their needs are not adequately met, their magic hides behind the realities of the world. Because children are constantly growing and developing, they can not process emotions like adults. Thus, play can be used to resolve and process psychosocial difficulties. I specialize in play therapy and therapy for siblings from ages three to twelve. With my education in psychology and training with children, I can help guide your child to the next steps in emotional wellness and achieving optimal growth.
Abria J Bonner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Valdosta, GA 31602
Whether your concerns are specific- work, family, relationships, trauma or more abstract - feeling lonely, empty, stuck or misunderstood, therapy can be a tool in helping you navigate life. I work collaboratively with clients and with great compassion to help clients reach their treatment goals and improve their quality of life. Following your lead and pace, we will explore your past and present patterns and work in a way that is tailored to your specific needs.
Whether your concerns are specific- work, family, relationships, trauma or more abstract - feeling lonely, empty, stuck or misunderstood, therapy can be a tool in helping you navigate life. I work collaboratively with clients and with great compassion to help clients reach their treatment goals and improve their quality of life. Following your lead and pace, we will explore your past and present patterns and work in a way that is tailored to your specific needs.
Tiffany R. Arkwright
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pooler, GA 31322 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Change! It is the one thing in life that is constant, yet certain. And we all go through changes: relationships, self-image, family conflicts, motivation, trauma, anxiety, physical wellness, etc. Change has definitely been a love and equally a frustration of mine that I choose to embrace for better or worse. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist detangling problems through promotion of healthy living holistically presents an opportunity for growth, and providing eclectic, collaborative, and solution focused approaches that will support you in conquering the idea of being comfortable with being uncomfortable...aka Change!
Change! It is the one thing in life that is constant, yet certain. And we all go through changes: relationships, self-image, family conflicts, motivation, trauma, anxiety, physical wellness, etc. Change has definitely been a love and equally a frustration of mine that I choose to embrace for better or worse. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist detangling problems through promotion of healthy living holistically presents an opportunity for growth, and providing eclectic, collaborative, and solution focused approaches that will support you in conquering the idea of being comfortable with being uncomfortable...aka Change!
Alexandra Rose Moore
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Verified Verified
Tifton, GA 31794
Welcome! My name is Alexandra and it is a pleasure to meet you. I work with children, teens, adults, and couples alike using a mindfulness based cognitive therapeutic approach. In my role, I am here to help you gain and maintain insight on healthy behaviors and lifestyles. My background and experiences in the mental health sector are diverse. I have experience with domestic violence, depression, addiction, and more. Therapy is for everyone, no matter where you are in life, we can all benefit from support and enlightenment. Whether you are at rock bottom or at the peak of your success, I am here for you every step of your journey.
Welcome! My name is Alexandra and it is a pleasure to meet you. I work with children, teens, adults, and couples alike using a mindfulness based cognitive therapeutic approach. In my role, I am here to help you gain and maintain insight on healthy behaviors and lifestyles. My background and experiences in the mental health sector are diverse. I have experience with domestic violence, depression, addiction, and more. Therapy is for everyone, no matter where you are in life, we can all benefit from support and enlightenment. Whether you are at rock bottom or at the peak of your success, I am here for you every step of your journey.
Stephanie Elizabeth Dixon
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CPCS, ACS
Verified Verified
Savannah, GA 31404 (Online Only)
Are you trying to manage symptoms of anxiety and/or depression? Perhaps you have a teen who is struggling with the same. Or could you simply be having a hard time dealing with life on life's terms. If this sounds like you, I'd like to help you develop coping skills and build the life you want to live.
Are you trying to manage symptoms of anxiety and/or depression? Perhaps you have a teen who is struggling with the same. Or could you simply be having a hard time dealing with life on life's terms. If this sounds like you, I'd like to help you develop coping skills and build the life you want to live.
LaSonya Denise Parker
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LAC, MAC
Verified Verified
Savannah, GA 31401 (Online Only)
I will provide a non-judgmental and compassionate approach in which you, may safely explore and work through feelings, thoughts, and core beliefs that may be causing distress. I provide treatment to people of every race, ethnicity, and sexual orientation.
I will provide a non-judgmental and compassionate approach in which you, may safely explore and work through feelings, thoughts, and core beliefs that may be causing distress. I provide treatment to people of every race, ethnicity, and sexual orientation.
Tosha S Robbins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Savannah, GA 31401 (Online Only)
I have over 20 yrs. experience working with children, adolescents, young adults and military families addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, anger management, self-esteem, suicidality, grief and loss, family conflict, parenting skills, emotion regulation, self-harm, and trauma.
I have over 20 yrs. experience working with children, adolescents, young adults and military families addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, anger management, self-esteem, suicidality, grief and loss, family conflict, parenting skills, emotion regulation, self-harm, and trauma.
Kasey S Holyfield
Counselor, MS, LPC, CAMS-II
Verified Verified
Valdosta, GA 31601
My passion is to help aid my clients in identifying who they are, where they are and where they are wanting to get too. I work to help resolve conflict individually, in families, and/or relationships. Each client's story and journey is specific to them so my goal is to shape treatment to the specific needs of each person. We will work through the difficult moments, learn skills to aid in independence, and become comfortable enough to reach out for support when something is not working. Breaking patterns and creating new ones based off the person/family/couple you strive to be is the goal of each session.
My passion is to help aid my clients in identifying who they are, where they are and where they are wanting to get too. I work to help resolve conflict individually, in families, and/or relationships. Each client's story and journey is specific to them so my goal is to shape treatment to the specific needs of each person. We will work through the difficult moments, learn skills to aid in independence, and become comfortable enough to reach out for support when something is not working. Breaking patterns and creating new ones based off the person/family/couple you strive to be is the goal of each session.
Juwana Taylor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Port Wentworth, GA 31407 (Online Only)
Juwana Taylor has worked with clients struggling with anxiety, thought and mood disorders, re-orienting them to reality and building real-world, evidenced-based coping skills. If you have been struggling with life’s many difficulties, you are not alone! Millions of people deal with mental health concerns and overwhelming daily stress. Juwana has over 15 years of experience working with adults and adolescents. Using a combination of CBT, DBT, solution-focused brief therapy, and client-driven interventions, Juwana works to offer support that is tailored to your individual needs.
Juwana Taylor has worked with clients struggling with anxiety, thought and mood disorders, re-orienting them to reality and building real-world, evidenced-based coping skills. If you have been struggling with life’s many difficulties, you are not alone! Millions of people deal with mental health concerns and overwhelming daily stress. Juwana has over 15 years of experience working with adults and adolescents. Using a combination of CBT, DBT, solution-focused brief therapy, and client-driven interventions, Juwana works to offer support that is tailored to your individual needs.
Evonne Nelson-Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
Kingsland, GA 31548
I am licensed in the state of Georgia and have worked in the mental health field for 20 years. Seven of those years I have worked as a therapist/counselor. Some of my experience includes working in a residential treatment center, in an outpatient community mental health clinic, private practice, as well as in school settings. I have worked with those from all different ethnic backgrounds with great outcomes. I enjoy helping adolescents and adults live happier, healthier lives, by improving their mental health and education. Based on the initial session, treatment will be tailored to the needs of each individual.
I am licensed in the state of Georgia and have worked in the mental health field for 20 years. Seven of those years I have worked as a therapist/counselor. Some of my experience includes working in a residential treatment center, in an outpatient community mental health clinic, private practice, as well as in school settings. I have worked with those from all different ethnic backgrounds with great outcomes. I enjoy helping adolescents and adults live happier, healthier lives, by improving their mental health and education. Based on the initial session, treatment will be tailored to the needs of each individual.
Matthew Brown Msw
Pre-Licensed Professional, JM, MA, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Savannah, GA 31405
All it takes is one step in the right direction for change to happen. It's not about the big leaps or bounds. It's about making progress one step at a time. You do not have to figure out life all at once. We do not control what happens to us but we control how we will respond. Adversity will come but I'm confident in your strength that you can overcome any obstacle no matter the height or depth, one step at a time.
All it takes is one step in the right direction for change to happen. It's not about the big leaps or bounds. It's about making progress one step at a time. You do not have to figure out life all at once. We do not control what happens to us but we control how we will respond. Adversity will come but I'm confident in your strength that you can overcome any obstacle no matter the height or depth, one step at a time.
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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.