Black and African American Therapists in East Aurora, NY
I subscribe to the theory that "Pain is inevitable, but suffering is optional". My clients say they appreciate the compassion and expertise I provide. I bring years of experience and wisdom to clients who want better understanding and mastery of their lives. Solution-focused and dynamic, I care deeply about my clients and challenge them to be honest and responsible so that their lives can be more satisfying. I work with clients to reduce depression, anxiety and improve troubled relationships. I value the therapeutic alliance with my clients and offer clients "A lantern, a lifeboat and a ladder" (Rumi)
I subscribe to the theory that "Pain is inevitable, but suffering is optional". My clients say they appreciate the compassion and expertise I provide. I bring years of experience and wisdom to clients who want better understanding and mastery of their lives. Solution-focused and dynamic, I care deeply about my clients and challenge them to be honest and responsible so that their lives can be more satisfying. I work with clients to reduce depression, anxiety and improve troubled relationships. I value the therapeutic alliance with my clients and offer clients "A lantern, a lifeboat and a ladder" (Rumi)
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Aaron Garmon
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, MHC-LP, CRC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Orchard Park, NY 14127
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Hi. I help with conflict in relationships. I believe meaningful relationships, at home, school or work, are the key to living a healthier and happier life. My clients include students, individuals, couples and families. I help people with emotional issues, ADHD, anxiety, and other disabilities to feel centered, focused and empowered. My clients develop meaningful insight and awareness that leads to academic success, professional growth and healthy relationships. My approach is down to earth, engaging and personalized to what you need and want. My goal is to strengthen relationships through better support and communication.
Hi. I help with conflict in relationships. I believe meaningful relationships, at home, school or work, are the key to living a healthier and happier life. My clients include students, individuals, couples and families. I help people with emotional issues, ADHD, anxiety, and other disabilities to feel centered, focused and empowered. My clients develop meaningful insight and awareness that leads to academic success, professional growth and healthy relationships. My approach is down to earth, engaging and personalized to what you need and want. My goal is to strengthen relationships through better support and communication.
Hello, My name is Elizabeth Chery. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with eight years of clinical experience. I have experience working with various individuals who face anxiety, depression, grief, loss, self-esteem, addiction, relationship concerns, and other life experiences. I utilize different therapeutic approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. I truly believe that treatment is for everyone, but not every therapist is for every client.
Hello, My name is Elizabeth Chery. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with eight years of clinical experience. I have experience working with various individuals who face anxiety, depression, grief, loss, self-esteem, addiction, relationship concerns, and other life experiences. I utilize different therapeutic approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. I truly believe that treatment is for everyone, but not every therapist is for every client.
Feeling isolated and alone? I specialize in running online and in-person IFS L-1 and L-2 groups to support a sense of connection, personal growth and professional learning. Although I no longer do individual therapy, I am planning to offer Consultation Groups for therapists, a Women’s Empowerment Group, a weekly online Meditation Circle, Soul Collage workshops and an IFS Healing Circle, all of which offer a safe place to gain more compassion, self-awareness and practice in cultivating Self-leadership traits. Please check out some very special opportunities for you to learn, grow and find your community at www.oneheartcollective.net
Feeling isolated and alone? I specialize in running online and in-person IFS L-1 and L-2 groups to support a sense of connection, personal growth and professional learning. Although I no longer do individual therapy, I am planning to offer Consultation Groups for therapists, a Women’s Empowerment Group, a weekly online Meditation Circle, Soul Collage workshops and an IFS Healing Circle, all of which offer a safe place to gain more compassion, self-awareness and practice in cultivating Self-leadership traits. Please check out some very special opportunities for you to learn, grow and find your community at www.oneheartcollective.net
I am a dedicated therapist with expertise in family therapy and mental health counseling. As a former student athlete, I am passionate about supporting young adults in developing positive psychology and CBT skills. My work centers on helping clients navigate relationships, uncover their identity, and leverage their strengths for improved wellbeing.
I am a dedicated therapist with expertise in family therapy and mental health counseling. As a former student athlete, I am passionate about supporting young adults in developing positive psychology and CBT skills. My work centers on helping clients navigate relationships, uncover their identity, and leverage their strengths for improved wellbeing.
I am someone who is fortunate enough to love my job! It is very rewarding to watch my clients grow as they work through anxious thoughts, depressed moods, traumatic memories, relationship challenges and complicated childhood experiences. If you think I might be the right fit for you and you are ready to take that next step, It would be my privilege to help you to figure out a plan in creating positive change in your life. We will work together to sort through your thoughts and behaviors, while learning positive coping strategies for symptom management.
I am someone who is fortunate enough to love my job! It is very rewarding to watch my clients grow as they work through anxious thoughts, depressed moods, traumatic memories, relationship challenges and complicated childhood experiences. If you think I might be the right fit for you and you are ready to take that next step, It would be my privilege to help you to figure out a plan in creating positive change in your life. We will work together to sort through your thoughts and behaviors, while learning positive coping strategies for symptom management.
Do you feel as though life has been full of struggles? Have you had experience with situations that are preventing you from staying on your desired life path? Did you experience a loss or something stressful that you just can’t seem to move past? Sometimes what brings us to counseling isn’t the only thing we need help with. Stress and unaddressed difficult situations can create a perfect storm for maladaptive coping skills and uncontrollable and uncomfortable emotions. Mindi can teach you skills, strategies and tools to better deal with your problems. Therapy is a way to feel empowered to take hold of all that life throws your way.
Do you feel as though life has been full of struggles? Have you had experience with situations that are preventing you from staying on your desired life path? Did you experience a loss or something stressful that you just can’t seem to move past? Sometimes what brings us to counseling isn’t the only thing we need help with. Stress and unaddressed difficult situations can create a perfect storm for maladaptive coping skills and uncontrollable and uncomfortable emotions. Mindi can teach you skills, strategies and tools to better deal with your problems. Therapy is a way to feel empowered to take hold of all that life throws your way.
WNY Psychotherapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Orchard Park, NY 14127
Joseph P. Zannoni is the Executive Director of W.N.Y Psychotherapy Services. As an owner since 1988, he works diligently to select private practitioners who are interested in providing high quality, cost effective services utilizing a wide range of treatment modalities for families and individuals in the advancement of emotional health. Our network of providers consists of over twenty independent practitioners with various areas of expertise. Our licensed practitioners include; Licensed Clinical Social Workers, Psychologists, and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners. With diverse backgrounds and specializations we address most patient needs, and provide comprehensive services for children, adults, families and seniors.
Joseph P. Zannoni is the Executive Director of W.N.Y Psychotherapy Services. As an owner since 1988, he works diligently to select private practitioners who are interested in providing high quality, cost effective services utilizing a wide range of treatment modalities for families and individuals in the advancement of emotional health. Our network of providers consists of over twenty independent practitioners with various areas of expertise. Our licensed practitioners include; Licensed Clinical Social Workers, Psychologists, and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners. With diverse backgrounds and specializations we address most patient needs, and provide comprehensive services for children, adults, families and seniors.
Hello. If you are reading this, chances are very good that you are seeking to make changes in your relationship. I know how difficult it can be to share personal details with a stranger. It is my belief that every couple who seeks assistance is unique. Methods of treatment honor the individual and couple relationship. Couples therapy is not about right or wrong, but about perspective and patterns that may not be working. When we gain insight and develop communication skills that serve us we have healthier relationships. Relationship counseling is an investment in current relationships and complete health of the family.
Hello. If you are reading this, chances are very good that you are seeking to make changes in your relationship. I know how difficult it can be to share personal details with a stranger. It is my belief that every couple who seeks assistance is unique. Methods of treatment honor the individual and couple relationship. Couples therapy is not about right or wrong, but about perspective and patterns that may not be working. When we gain insight and develop communication skills that serve us we have healthier relationships. Relationship counseling is an investment in current relationships and complete health of the family.
You've caught a glimpse of yourself unfolding the fullness of your capacities back into the universe. Sometimes you dare to believe this person could really be you. But how exactly are you moving forward into such a reality? Your attempts thus far have met with resistance, uncertainty, and excruciating pain. Some days, the very reasons to keep going seem to evaporate.
You've caught a glimpse of yourself unfolding the fullness of your capacities back into the universe. Sometimes you dare to believe this person could really be you. But how exactly are you moving forward into such a reality? Your attempts thus far have met with resistance, uncertainty, and excruciating pain. Some days, the very reasons to keep going seem to evaporate.
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"I am not what happened to me, I am what I choose to become" - Carl Jung. We can reclaim our story and take back our power by choosing to heal. I would love to be part of reshaping your story into one that is worthy of you. I am an EMDR trained licensed mental health counselor with experience: treating depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, and trauma. As a Black woman, I am aware of the emotional distress caused by systematic oppression often inflicted on people of color and marginalized groups: I address these experiences with compassion, sensitivity and honesty in session.
"I am not what happened to me, I am what I choose to become" - Carl Jung. We can reclaim our story and take back our power by choosing to heal. I would love to be part of reshaping your story into one that is worthy of you. I am an EMDR trained licensed mental health counselor with experience: treating depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, and trauma. As a Black woman, I am aware of the emotional distress caused by systematic oppression often inflicted on people of color and marginalized groups: I address these experiences with compassion, sensitivity and honesty in session.
As a dedicated mental health therapist serving the Black Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC) community, I specialize in guiding both adults and children toward emotional stability and healing. My approach combines evidence-based techniques with a culturally sensitive understanding of the unique challenges faced by those in our communities. I am dedicated to helping families break the stigma surrounding mental health, creating a safe and supportive environment for healing. Together, we work to empower you to reclaim your narrative, foster mental well-being, and embrace a healthier, more fulfilling life.
As a dedicated mental health therapist serving the Black Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC) community, I specialize in guiding both adults and children toward emotional stability and healing. My approach combines evidence-based techniques with a culturally sensitive understanding of the unique challenges faced by those in our communities. I am dedicated to helping families break the stigma surrounding mental health, creating a safe and supportive environment for healing. Together, we work to empower you to reclaim your narrative, foster mental well-being, and embrace a healthier, more fulfilling life.
On life’s journey we are constantly growing and developing. Whether young or old, life is a journey that usually entail efforts of trying to understand divine will. We often question our purpose in life, especially during challenging times. To keep it real, in many cultures/communities, such as the African American ( Black) community, we might have been taught to either “pray” about our situations, issues, and emotions or “suck it up and keep it moving.” This can create negative energies such as anxiety, depression, anger, guilt, and other mental health issues that need to be addressed in a healthy manner.
On life’s journey we are constantly growing and developing. Whether young or old, life is a journey that usually entail efforts of trying to understand divine will. We often question our purpose in life, especially during challenging times. To keep it real, in many cultures/communities, such as the African American ( Black) community, we might have been taught to either “pray” about our situations, issues, and emotions or “suck it up and keep it moving.” This can create negative energies such as anxiety, depression, anger, guilt, and other mental health issues that need to be addressed in a healthy manner.
Toi-Shareema Grayson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, CASAC-T
Verified Verified
Buffalo, NY 14203 (Online Only)
Clients will experience me as a Black African American woman here to create a safe space and environment where clients feel free to unpack, set goals, and meet challenges on their own terms.
My name is Toi-Shareema Grayson. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your journey. I am a proud Black African American raised by my mom, grandmother, uncle, and aunt, whom were all instrumental in my rearing. Surrounded by hard working family is where I gained my reliable work ethic, as well as my passion to work with people. Transitioning into counseling working directly with people just made sense to me. If you are ready to unpack your concerns, work through your challenges, set goals for yourself, and begin your healing process congratulations on taking your first step.
Clients will experience me as a Black African American woman here to create a safe space and environment where clients feel free to unpack, set goals, and meet challenges on their own terms.
My name is Toi-Shareema Grayson. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your journey. I am a proud Black African American raised by my mom, grandmother, uncle, and aunt, whom were all instrumental in my rearing. Surrounded by hard working family is where I gained my reliable work ethic, as well as my passion to work with people. Transitioning into counseling working directly with people just made sense to me. If you are ready to unpack your concerns, work through your challenges, set goals for yourself, and begin your healing process congratulations on taking your first step.
Cheney Brockington
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Buffalo, NY 14221
Let’s have an honest conversation: Are your relationships helping you….or hurting you? Sometimes, we engage in relationships that are detrimental to our success, future, and overall wellness! This can be due to many factors, some of which we are unaware of until we dissect what the core factors are. As a Black woman, I also look to identify the unhelpful generational patterns and/or beliefs that ‘root’ us in engaging in relationships that no longer serve us.
Let’s have an honest conversation: Are your relationships helping you….or hurting you? Sometimes, we engage in relationships that are detrimental to our success, future, and overall wellness! This can be due to many factors, some of which we are unaware of until we dissect what the core factors are. As a Black woman, I also look to identify the unhelpful generational patterns and/or beliefs that ‘root’ us in engaging in relationships that no longer serve us.
As an African American woman, I offer healing.
Counseling can be challenging and anxiety-provoking, but also rewarding. We will work collaboratively to create a safe space for you, that allows you to feel motivated, freed, and emotionally competent within yourself. My goal is to assist you with being resilient during challenging times. My authentic and genuine intention is for you to feel safe to express yourself, and to reassure you that throughout your mental health journey, I am here to support you. I accept you as you are. We together can break the stigma. You matter, and your mental health matters. You don’t have to struggle alone or in silence. Take the steps to heal.
As an African American woman, I offer healing.
Counseling can be challenging and anxiety-provoking, but also rewarding. We will work collaboratively to create a safe space for you, that allows you to feel motivated, freed, and emotionally competent within yourself. My goal is to assist you with being resilient during challenging times. My authentic and genuine intention is for you to feel safe to express yourself, and to reassure you that throughout your mental health journey, I am here to support you. I accept you as you are. We together can break the stigma. You matter, and your mental health matters. You don’t have to struggle alone or in silence. Take the steps to heal.
Our ideal client is someone willing to take the journey of mental healing and wellness through verbal and supportive therapy. Someone who understands that mental health is a part of overall physical wellness: Someone who is bold and not afraid of the STIGMA seeing a counselor for mental wellness. Our ideal client is someone willing to partner on the journey of peace of mind. Our ideal clients are struggling with symptoms of anxiety, depression, mood issues, trauma, grief/loss, and family and behavioral issues. If you are ready to start or continue your journey of healing and peace, we are ready to work with you!
Our ideal client is someone willing to take the journey of mental healing and wellness through verbal and supportive therapy. Someone who understands that mental health is a part of overall physical wellness: Someone who is bold and not afraid of the STIGMA seeing a counselor for mental wellness. Our ideal client is someone willing to partner on the journey of peace of mind. Our ideal clients are struggling with symptoms of anxiety, depression, mood issues, trauma, grief/loss, and family and behavioral issues. If you are ready to start or continue your journey of healing and peace, we are ready to work with you!
I am licensed in New York with 23 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & anger management. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
I am licensed in New York with 23 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & anger management. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
My idea clients are girls ages 7 to 17. A large portion of girls world wide, deal with feelings of inferiority, loneliness and personal self worth. Girls want to succeed in school, employment and have positive relationships Their goals are to learn how to have self acceptance. Along with learning the skills for personal growth and development. Along with learning better ways to communicate with their mothers
My idea clients are girls ages 7 to 17. A large portion of girls world wide, deal with feelings of inferiority, loneliness and personal self worth. Girls want to succeed in school, employment and have positive relationships Their goals are to learn how to have self acceptance. Along with learning the skills for personal growth and development. Along with learning better ways to communicate with their mothers
I love to help people manage life's challenges and learn ways to overcome anxiety, depression, or trauma. I'm particularly passionate about helping young adults through such a pivotal time in life as they're navigating relationships and making important decisions about their future. I also have experience supporting people across the lifespan, working with young children and older adults. I practice from a trauma-informed, culturally-responsive perspective.
I love to help people manage life's challenges and learn ways to overcome anxiety, depression, or trauma. I'm particularly passionate about helping young adults through such a pivotal time in life as they're navigating relationships and making important decisions about their future. I also have experience supporting people across the lifespan, working with young children and older adults. I practice from a trauma-informed, culturally-responsive perspective.
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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.