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Tamara Singh
MA Verified
New York, NY 10028
Offers online therapy
I am also co-founder of a collective of Black Mental health practitioners based in Paris and continue to promote Art therapy/ecotherapy through other NGO work.
My clients are postcolonial, queer, subaltern, disabled, invisibilised survivors of everyday microagressions or complex trauma. Like my clients I am polycultural, multilingual and attuned to queries on acculturation, multiple social identities, identity shifting, parenting minority or neuroatypical children, intercultural couples, as well as accidental, disabling or climacteric transitions. My clients want to come to terms with their complexities — those invalidated because of primary or secondary socialisation. Exploring symbolic language allows for production of new knowledge of self and self-(re)actualisation. Paris based.
(201) 809-3463
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New York, NY 10028
Offers online therapy
I am also co-founder of a collective of Black Mental health practitioners based in Paris and continue to promote Art therapy/ecotherapy through other NGO work.
My clients are postcolonial, queer, subaltern, disabled, invisibilised survivors of everyday microagressions or complex trauma. Like my clients I am polycultural, multilingual and attuned to queries on acculturation, multiple social identities, identity shifting, parenting minority or neuroatypical children, intercultural couples, as well as accidental, disabling or climacteric transitions. My clients want to come to terms with their complexities — those invalidated because of primary or secondary socialisation. Exploring symbolic language allows for production of new knowledge of self and self-(re)actualisation. Paris based.
(201) 809-3463
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Sabrina Sarro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW Verified
New York, NY 10175
Offers online therapy
Hi lovely people! I am a Black/Haitian, mixed-race trans* therapist and spirit exfoliator! Need support from feeling unseen or navigating a world in which your identities are not affirmed? I'm here to support you in further harnessing your intuitive voice, as well as providing a space to explore your past, current, and potential future. Creative, non-traditional, committed, and charismatic, I am dedicated to helping you synthesize memories and experiences of your life, and how these moments might be informing your identities today. I am passionate about helping you exfoliate parts of yourself you might not have accessed before.
(646) 956-1277
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New York, NY 10175
Offers online therapy
Hi lovely people! I am a Black/Haitian, mixed-race trans* therapist and spirit exfoliator! Need support from feeling unseen or navigating a world in which your identities are not affirmed? I'm here to support you in further harnessing your intuitive voice, as well as providing a space to explore your past, current, and potential future. Creative, non-traditional, committed, and charismatic, I am dedicated to helping you synthesize memories and experiences of your life, and how these moments might be informing your identities today. I am passionate about helping you exfoliate parts of yourself you might not have accessed before.
(646) 956-1277
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Hc Cristina
MHC Verified
New York, NY 10018
Offers online therapy
It has always been difficult to exist in the world as a LGBTQ/GNC person, and especially for people of color. Society is finally attempting to pay attention to Black and Brown existence, but maybe that spotlight has reminded you that mainstream cultural values tend to leave non-normative identities left out, unseen, and isolated. A history of trauma and/or mental health issues can further complicate healing and acceptance. Even within our own microcosms, like partnerships, friendships, and relationships, identity can be erased, misunderstood, and dismissed, despite our ability to locate who we are and what we need within ourselves.
(929) 512-7616
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New York, NY 10018
Offers online therapy
It has always been difficult to exist in the world as a LGBTQ/GNC person, and especially for people of color. Society is finally attempting to pay attention to Black and Brown existence, but maybe that spotlight has reminded you that mainstream cultural values tend to leave non-normative identities left out, unseen, and isolated. A history of trauma and/or mental health issues can further complicate healing and acceptance. Even within our own microcosms, like partnerships, friendships, and relationships, identity can be erased, misunderstood, and dismissed, despite our ability to locate who we are and what we need within ourselves.
(929) 512-7616
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Tiffany Griffin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW Verified
New York, NY 10029
Offers online therapy
As a black therapist, I am driven to build awareness, dispel bias and help eliminate negative stereotypes surrounding mental health. I see therapy as a forward motion, a means of evolving, a way to reach continuously towards a better self. It is my goal to help my clients who are struggling with developing healthy coping skills, eliminating toxic cycles, changing negative behavioral patterns, improving personal/romantic relationships, working on problem solving techniques, reducing stress, setting goals and implementing change. The most important outcome is that my clients are empowered to be their authentic selves.
(646) 506-3562
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New York, NY 10029
Offers online therapy
As a black therapist, I am driven to build awareness, dispel bias and help eliminate negative stereotypes surrounding mental health. I see therapy as a forward motion, a means of evolving, a way to reach continuously towards a better self. It is my goal to help my clients who are struggling with developing healthy coping skills, eliminating toxic cycles, changing negative behavioral patterns, improving personal/romantic relationships, working on problem solving techniques, reducing stress, setting goals and implementing change. The most important outcome is that my clients are empowered to be their authentic selves.
(646) 506-3562
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Alethea Glave
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW Verified
New York, NY 10001
Offers online therapy
I am dedicated to reaching black and other communities of color in an effort to normalize and decolonize therapy.
Hi. If you’re on this page, you’re likely considering whether or not to try therapy (you should). Or, maybe you’re shopping for the right fit. Congrats on taking that first step. Whether it’s me or someone else, I honor that commitment. I have been in the Mental Health field as a social worker for almost a decade. I have seen countless people suffering and many times, doing so alone. I continue to do my part to change that.
(929) 357-1084
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New York, NY 10001
Offers online therapy
I am dedicated to reaching black and other communities of color in an effort to normalize and decolonize therapy.
Hi. If you’re on this page, you’re likely considering whether or not to try therapy (you should). Or, maybe you’re shopping for the right fit. Congrats on taking that first step. Whether it’s me or someone else, I honor that commitment. I have been in the Mental Health field as a social worker for almost a decade. I have seen countless people suffering and many times, doing so alone. I continue to do my part to change that.
(929) 357-1084
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Dr. Christiana Ibilola Awosan
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT Verified
New York, NY 10019
Offers online therapy
We're committed to providing high-quality, culturally relevant mental health services to Black and communities of Color.
You don't want to feel beat down, let down, depressed, overwhelmed, out of control, broken or ashamed. But the daily experience of your life being undervalued by society on top of the difficulties of work, relationships, and personal struggles just seems like too much. You feel like relationships won't work, it's impossible to stop circumstances from getting you down, and you can't win for losing. You doubt who you really are. You question the strength within you, the courage you were born with, and the wisdom from those before you.
(917) 979-9383
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New York, NY 10019
Offers online therapy
We're committed to providing high-quality, culturally relevant mental health services to Black and communities of Color.
You don't want to feel beat down, let down, depressed, overwhelmed, out of control, broken or ashamed. But the daily experience of your life being undervalued by society on top of the difficulties of work, relationships, and personal struggles just seems like too much. You feel like relationships won't work, it's impossible to stop circumstances from getting you down, and you can't win for losing. You doubt who you really are. You question the strength within you, the courage you were born with, and the wisdom from those before you.
(917) 979-9383
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Pilon Harlem
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, RPT-S Verified
New York, NY 10031
Offers online therapy
Keisha is Black American with Jamaican lineage.
***We currently are not able to take on any new clients until March 2021.*** We specialize in treating symptoms of anxiety and depression and multicultural issues. We avoid labeling diagnoses (decolonizing when possible) and work to treat you holistically. We work on communication, focusing, frustration tolerance strategies through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. You will spend time focusing on yourself and your needs. You will try new ways to manage your anxieties, disruptive thoughts, and negative patterns.
(631) 448-4025
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New York, NY 10031
Offers online therapy
Keisha is Black American with Jamaican lineage.
***We currently are not able to take on any new clients until March 2021.*** We specialize in treating symptoms of anxiety and depression and multicultural issues. We avoid labeling diagnoses (decolonizing when possible) and work to treat you holistically. We work on communication, focusing, frustration tolerance strategies through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. You will spend time focusing on yourself and your needs. You will try new ways to manage your anxieties, disruptive thoughts, and negative patterns.
(631) 448-4025
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Akilah Sigler
Counselor, MSEd, LMHC Verified
New York, NY 10001
Offers online therapy
I provide individual therapy that is warm, collaborative, and tailored to meet the unique needs of each person I see. I strongly value inclusivity, liberation, and respect--values I incorporate into my work by staying centered in a Black feminist and HAES perspective. My clients arrive in therapy coping with trauma, depression, anxiety, and grief. Together, we work not only toward developing healthy coping skills, but toward healing for a sense of purpose, contentment, and peace. Therapy is an excellent place to affirm and internalize a greater sense of self worth and to practice a compassionate attitude toward yourself.
(347) 745-7906
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New York, NY 10001
Offers online therapy
I provide individual therapy that is warm, collaborative, and tailored to meet the unique needs of each person I see. I strongly value inclusivity, liberation, and respect--values I incorporate into my work by staying centered in a Black feminist and HAES perspective. My clients arrive in therapy coping with trauma, depression, anxiety, and grief. Together, we work not only toward developing healthy coping skills, but toward healing for a sense of purpose, contentment, and peace. Therapy is an excellent place to affirm and internalize a greater sense of self worth and to practice a compassionate attitude toward yourself.
(347) 745-7906
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Breean Flax
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW Verified
New York, NY 10032
Offers online therapy
I went into this field because I noticed the lack of representation within the Mental health community as it pertains to the Black community. I feel our community (and POCs) could benefit from culturally competent counseling that centers their individual experience and identities. Generational trauma and systemic racism have severely impacted the lived Black experience. Stress levels that are associated with being Black in America, can be linked to health disparities. Lack of representation, mistreatment, lack of knowledge, and misinformation of mental health within the Black community is enough to want to contribute to the change.
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New York, NY 10032
Offers online therapy
I went into this field because I noticed the lack of representation within the Mental health community as it pertains to the Black community. I feel our community (and POCs) could benefit from culturally competent counseling that centers their individual experience and identities. Generational trauma and systemic racism have severely impacted the lived Black experience. Stress levels that are associated with being Black in America, can be linked to health disparities. Lack of representation, mistreatment, lack of knowledge, and misinformation of mental health within the Black community is enough to want to contribute to the change.
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Dave Cazeau
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW Verified
New York, NY 10001
Offers online therapy
I am invested in working with the Black/African diaspora community, and individuals struggling with racialized trauma.
I work with clients to help them navigate multiple life stressors, specifically around relationship issues, intimacy, struggles with identity, and career goals.
(646) 791-1911
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New York, NY 10001
Offers online therapy
I am invested in working with the Black/African diaspora community, and individuals struggling with racialized trauma.
I work with clients to help them navigate multiple life stressors, specifically around relationship issues, intimacy, struggles with identity, and career goals.
(646) 791-1911
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Alexmi Polanco
Counselor, LMHC Verified
Office is near:
New York, NY 10040
Offers online therapy
Are you Black, Indigenous, Person of color (BIPOC) and feel disconnected from self, stuck, confused and or without a sense of direction? Perhaps you have began to realize that you tend to put others first and struggle to set + hold firm to your boundaries. Have you grown tired of the same patterns in your life which lead to disappointment + frustration? OR Have you tried therapy before & felt disconnected from the process? Do you believe in spirits, signs, angel numbers and yearn for a therapeutic space that incorporates these aspects & let's you freely discuss your experiences? Have you found yourself needing spiritual support?
(551) 465-7822
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Office is near:
New York, NY 10040
Offers online therapy
Are you Black, Indigenous, Person of color (BIPOC) and feel disconnected from self, stuck, confused and or without a sense of direction? Perhaps you have began to realize that you tend to put others first and struggle to set + hold firm to your boundaries. Have you grown tired of the same patterns in your life which lead to disappointment + frustration? OR Have you tried therapy before & felt disconnected from the process? Do you believe in spirits, signs, angel numbers and yearn for a therapeutic space that incorporates these aspects & let's you freely discuss your experiences? Have you found yourself needing spiritual support?
(551) 465-7822
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Maisha Campbell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW Verified
Office is near:
New York, NY 10039
Offers online therapy
Maisha Campbell, LCSW is a trauma informed therapist and consultant. She obtained her MSW in 2014 from the Silver School of Social Work at New York University. Maisha prides herself in being culturally competent and caters to the Caribbean and African American community (also referred to as BIPOC). She is LGBTQIA+ friendly and gender affirming. Maisha has worked with the following populations: youth who have experienced sexual exploitation, adults who are involved in the criminal justice system and youth or adults who have experience in the foster care system. She hopes she can form an authentic therapeutic relationship with you.
(929) 205-5494
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Office is near:
New York, NY 10039
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Maisha Campbell, LCSW is a trauma informed therapist and consultant. She obtained her MSW in 2014 from the Silver School of Social Work at New York University. Maisha prides herself in being culturally competent and caters to the Caribbean and African American community (also referred to as BIPOC). She is LGBTQIA+ friendly and gender affirming. Maisha has worked with the following populations: youth who have experienced sexual exploitation, adults who are involved in the criminal justice system and youth or adults who have experience in the foster care system. She hopes she can form an authentic therapeutic relationship with you.
(929) 205-5494
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Michael Ash & Associates
MA, MHC Verified
Office is near:
New York, NY 10038
I have experience working with diverse ethnic backgrounds: Black or African American, Caucasian, Asian-American, and Latino.
I am a Mental Health Counselor who is passionate about providing counseling and guidance to individuals in times of crisis and emotional instability. I believe that each client is unique, and I use a holistic approach to treatment that will meet and assist them where they are. I will come alongside each client with effective listening, empathy, compassion, and genuineness. I will provide a warm, safe, and non-judgmental space that allows transparency for healing and growth in mind, body, and soul.
(929) 284-2293
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Office is near:
New York, NY 10038
I have experience working with diverse ethnic backgrounds: Black or African American, Caucasian, Asian-American, and Latino.
I am a Mental Health Counselor who is passionate about providing counseling and guidance to individuals in times of crisis and emotional instability. I believe that each client is unique, and I use a holistic approach to treatment that will meet and assist them where they are. I will come alongside each client with effective listening, empathy, compassion, and genuineness. I will provide a warm, safe, and non-judgmental space that allows transparency for healing and growth in mind, body, and soul.
(929) 284-2293
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Louis L Reed
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CAC, LADC Verified
Office is near:
New York, NY 10027
Offers online therapy
I also have subject matter expertise in Christian-, criminal justice-, and African American-related issues.
Someone once said, "The decision to ask for help is not easy and requires courage." Sometimes it is both challenging and absolutely terrifying to invite a perfect stranger into one's space that doesn't appear to be as "put together" as we would like, especially when what has one "falling apart" is substance use. I am of the belief that with a focused mind, determined spirit, and faith, there is no trip DOWN you can't fall UP from.
(475) 889-7491
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Office is near:
New York, NY 10027
Offers online therapy
I also have subject matter expertise in Christian-, criminal justice-, and African American-related issues.
Someone once said, "The decision to ask for help is not easy and requires courage." Sometimes it is both challenging and absolutely terrifying to invite a perfect stranger into one's space that doesn't appear to be as "put together" as we would like, especially when what has one "falling apart" is substance use. I am of the belief that with a focused mind, determined spirit, and faith, there is no trip DOWN you can't fall UP from.
(475) 889-7491
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Centering Wholeness
Counselor, LMHC, LMSW, MHC-LP Verified
Office is near:
New York, NY 10030
Offers online therapy
Centering Wholeness is private, group psychotherapy practice made up of Black and Brown therapists. We center and honor the fullness of our being and our experiences, bringing in all of ourselves to our work together. We offer counseling services for young adults, middle-aged adults, and queer couples. We provide services in Spanish, Twi, Ga, and English. Our approaches to counseling/therapy are collaborative, relational, and social justice-oriented. We incorporate elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and other intervention when necessary to give you concrete skills.
(929) 325-0191
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Office is near:
New York, NY 10030
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Centering Wholeness is private, group psychotherapy practice made up of Black and Brown therapists. We center and honor the fullness of our being and our experiences, bringing in all of ourselves to our work together. We offer counseling services for young adults, middle-aged adults, and queer couples. We provide services in Spanish, Twi, Ga, and English. Our approaches to counseling/therapy are collaborative, relational, and social justice-oriented. We incorporate elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and other intervention when necessary to give you concrete skills.
(929) 325-0191
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Shari Simon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW Verified
Office is near:
New York, NY 10027
Offers online therapy
Hi! I am Shari, a licensed social worker who was trained at Columbia University. I only virtual therapy. I currently work under the supervision of Amira Crawford, LCSW-R, in Brooklyn, NY at Therapists for Black Girls. I specialize in supporting Black Gen Zers and Millennials. I have worked with a diverse group of people including LGBTQIA+, religious, military, law enforcement and immigrant/first-generation communities. I utilize affirmations-based, solutions-focused, cognitive behavior, and narrative therapy using an anti-oppressive, strengths-based and trauma-informed lens. My clients include individuals, couples and families.
(929) 552-3366
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Office is near:
New York, NY 10027
Offers online therapy
Hi! I am Shari, a licensed social worker who was trained at Columbia University. I only virtual therapy. I currently work under the supervision of Amira Crawford, LCSW-R, in Brooklyn, NY at Therapists for Black Girls. I specialize in supporting Black Gen Zers and Millennials. I have worked with a diverse group of people including LGBTQIA+, religious, military, law enforcement and immigrant/first-generation communities. I utilize affirmations-based, solutions-focused, cognitive behavior, and narrative therapy using an anti-oppressive, strengths-based and trauma-informed lens. My clients include individuals, couples and families.
(929) 552-3366
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Tiffany Llewellyn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW-C Verified
Office is near:
New York, NY 10029
Offers online therapy
Hi! I’m so happy you are here beginning your journey of personal growth and healing. Exhale. You may not have it all figured out, or may not even know where to go next and that’s okay. At Llewellyn Wellness & Consulting, I believe the therapeutic relationship should be a good fit. I specialize in Black mental health, and offer socially conscious treatment that ensures you as the client feel fully seen, fully heard, and fully understood. I specialize in Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Relationship Conflict, Dating Struggles, Imposter Syndrome, or Multicultural (Immigration, DACA, Acculturation)Challenges in the workplace or community.
(443) 692-8674
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Office is near:
New York, NY 10029
Offers online therapy
Hi! I’m so happy you are here beginning your journey of personal growth and healing. Exhale. You may not have it all figured out, or may not even know where to go next and that’s okay. At Llewellyn Wellness & Consulting, I believe the therapeutic relationship should be a good fit. I specialize in Black mental health, and offer socially conscious treatment that ensures you as the client feel fully seen, fully heard, and fully understood. I specialize in Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Relationship Conflict, Dating Struggles, Imposter Syndrome, or Multicultural (Immigration, DACA, Acculturation)Challenges in the workplace or community.
(443) 692-8674
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David Alexander Summerhill
Counselor, MA, LMHC Verified
New York, NY 10016
Offers online therapy
I identify as Black or African American.
Our beliefs and how we see the world are influenced by things we don’t get to choose, like our families or the circumstances we’re born into. Even if we don’t get to choose these things, we have the ability to change in the ways we want to. Therapy can help us become more free. If you want to begin that journey in self discovery, I’m here to walk with you. We will explore the circumstances that shaped you. We will explore the past, present, and imagine the future. I will help serve as a navigator down the path to your answers, your destinations, and ultimately, your truth.
(201) 809-3771
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New York, NY 10016
Offers online therapy
I identify as Black or African American.
Our beliefs and how we see the world are influenced by things we don’t get to choose, like our families or the circumstances we’re born into. Even if we don’t get to choose these things, we have the ability to change in the ways we want to. Therapy can help us become more free. If you want to begin that journey in self discovery, I’m here to walk with you. We will explore the circumstances that shaped you. We will explore the past, present, and imagine the future. I will help serve as a navigator down the path to your answers, your destinations, and ultimately, your truth.
(201) 809-3771
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Camille Lester
MS, MHC, NCC Verified
New York, NY 10001
Offers online therapy
My practice was created with delicate intention to center and cultivate inner healing and wellness in black and brown women and couples in NYC.
What if I told you that all you have, in this moment is all you need to achieve the healing and relief you are seeking?  That you have within you blueprints of healing, wisdom, survival, joy, possibility, and potential because of who you are and where you’ve been? I hold a deeply dynamic view of the human condition. I practice primarily from a psychodynamic + narrative framework. I fundamentally believe in autonomy and freedom; our pasts, the richness embedded within the stories we tell, and am fascinated with unpacking the root systems of the beliefs, narratives, definitions we hold close.
(646) 906-8038
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New York, NY 10001
Offers online therapy
My practice was created with delicate intention to center and cultivate inner healing and wellness in black and brown women and couples in NYC.
What if I told you that all you have, in this moment is all you need to achieve the healing and relief you are seeking?  That you have within you blueprints of healing, wisdom, survival, joy, possibility, and potential because of who you are and where you’ve been? I hold a deeply dynamic view of the human condition. I practice primarily from a psychodynamic + narrative framework. I fundamentally believe in autonomy and freedom; our pasts, the richness embedded within the stories we tell, and am fascinated with unpacking the root systems of the beliefs, narratives, definitions we hold close.
(646) 906-8038
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Andito Sutherland-Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW Verified
New York, NY 10018
Offers online therapy
I deeply empathize with people. I specialize in: 1) supporting the healing of individuals, couples and families whose lives have been impacted by trauma, including racial trauma; 2) strengthening the emotional connection and communication between couples experiencing conflict and/or distance in their intimate relationship; and 3) helping parents of young children, including those with special needs, balance attending to the needs of their children with caring for themselves and their relationships. I am dedicated to the service of all people, with a special interest in strengthening black and brown couples and families.
(917) 636-4538
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New York, NY 10018
Offers online therapy
I deeply empathize with people. I specialize in: 1) supporting the healing of individuals, couples and families whose lives have been impacted by trauma, including racial trauma; 2) strengthening the emotional connection and communication between couples experiencing conflict and/or distance in their intimate relationship; and 3) helping parents of young children, including those with special needs, balance attending to the needs of their children with caring for themselves and their relationships. I am dedicated to the service of all people, with a special interest in strengthening black and brown couples and families.
(917) 636-4538

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If you're looking for African American therapy in New York or for a New York African American therapist these professionals provide therapy, psychotherapy and counseling that's sensitive to African American cultural issues. They include African American therapists, African American psychologists, African American marriage counselors and African American counselors. Sometimes we refer to them as black therapists in New York or New York black psychologists, black marriage counselors or black counselors in New York. They provide African American counseling in New York or black counseling in New York and are sensitive to black couples and black marriages in New York.

Note: This term is sometimes spelled as 'African-American'.