Black and African American Therapists in Dothan, AL
I'm thrilled you're considering taking this courageous step towards self-discovery and growth. I believe deeply in the transformative power of therapy! I work with clients across a broad range of concerns, with particular expertise in PTSD, soul wounds, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and inner child issues . Whether you're struggling with overwhelming stress, navigating life transitions, or seeking to improve your relationships, I'm here to provide compassionate guidance and support.
I'm thrilled you're considering taking this courageous step towards self-discovery and growth. I believe deeply in the transformative power of therapy! I work with clients across a broad range of concerns, with particular expertise in PTSD, soul wounds, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and inner child issues . Whether you're struggling with overwhelming stress, navigating life transitions, or seeking to improve your relationships, I'm here to provide compassionate guidance and support.
I am licensed in Alabama with over 9 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, trauma and abuse, & depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. I strive to create a warm, inviting, supportive, and empathetic environment to those seeking counseling. 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 Alabama with over 9 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, trauma and abuse, & depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. I strive to create a warm, inviting, supportive, and empathetic environment to those seeking counseling. 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!
Hello! I have over 16 years of clinical experience working with adolescents, adults, and families. My background includes assisting individuals in navigating trauma, life challenges, and transitions.
Hello! I have over 16 years of clinical experience working with adolescents, adults, and families. My background includes assisting individuals in navigating trauma, life challenges, and transitions.
Life often brings challenges that can leave us feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, trauma, grief, or simply seeking deeper meaning and balance, therapy offers a safe and supportive space to heal and grow. My approach is grounded in empathy, authenticity, and collaboration. I believe in honoring your lived experience while helping you access the strengths and resilience that already exist within you.
Life often brings challenges that can leave us feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, trauma, grief, or simply seeking deeper meaning and balance, therapy offers a safe and supportive space to heal and grow. My approach is grounded in empathy, authenticity, and collaboration. I believe in honoring your lived experience while helping you access the strengths and resilience that already exist within you.
If you’re ready to stop worrying about your relationships or to overcome feelings of anxiety, overwhelm, or depression, I am here to help you make thoughtful decisions. With over 30 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families, I specialize in building stronger relationships, improving communication, preparing for marriage, couples' conflict skills, and reducing stress and anxiety. My goal is to create a safe, supportive, and neutral environment where clients feel comfortable. I recognize the unique challenges that relationships present and am committed to validating your feelings.
If you’re ready to stop worrying about your relationships or to overcome feelings of anxiety, overwhelm, or depression, I am here to help you make thoughtful decisions. With over 30 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families, I specialize in building stronger relationships, improving communication, preparing for marriage, couples' conflict skills, and reducing stress and anxiety. My goal is to create a safe, supportive, and neutral environment where clients feel comfortable. I recognize the unique challenges that relationships present and am committed to validating your feelings.
Life can be challenging, but you don't have to face it alone. I am committed to helping individuals identify practical solutions and develop the skills needed to achieve greater emotional well-being and personal growth. I enjoy working with adolescents, teens, and young adults as they navigate life's transitions, manage stress, build healthy coping skills, and overcome obstacles. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to each person's unique experiences and goals. I believe healing begins with greater self-awareness and mindfulness, allowing clients to better understand their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
Life can be challenging, but you don't have to face it alone. I am committed to helping individuals identify practical solutions and develop the skills needed to achieve greater emotional well-being and personal growth. I enjoy working with adolescents, teens, and young adults as they navigate life's transitions, manage stress, build healthy coping skills, and overcome obstacles. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to each person's unique experiences and goals. I believe healing begins with greater self-awareness and mindfulness, allowing clients to better understand their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
You’re in good hands with me. I’m eager to help you start this journey in this season of your life. Whether you’re in crisis or just need some support as you navigate a transition. I tailor sessions to your unique needs, integrating techniques from CBT and solution-focused therapy. Together, we will work to identify your goals, develop effective coping strategies, and foster your inner resilience. I am passionate about helping you create a more balanced and meaningful life. I look forward to connecting with you! Reach out today for a free consultation and let’s discuss how we can help you set and reach your goals!
You’re in good hands with me. I’m eager to help you start this journey in this season of your life. Whether you’re in crisis or just need some support as you navigate a transition. I tailor sessions to your unique needs, integrating techniques from CBT and solution-focused therapy. Together, we will work to identify your goals, develop effective coping strategies, and foster your inner resilience. I am passionate about helping you create a more balanced and meaningful life. I look forward to connecting with you! Reach out today for a free consultation and let’s discuss how we can help you set and reach your goals!
Life can feel overwhelming when you've spent years caring for others while neglecting your own needs. I work with adults ages 25–65 experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, people-pleasing, boundary challenges, and self-worth concerns. I provide a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space grounded in authenticity, genuineness, and respect. Together, we'll build self-awareness, strengthen emotional regulation, improve communication, develop healthier boundaries, and create lasting change. When you're ready, I'm here to help you prioritize your emotional well-being and begin putting yourself first.
Life can feel overwhelming when you've spent years caring for others while neglecting your own needs. I work with adults ages 25–65 experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, people-pleasing, boundary challenges, and self-worth concerns. I provide a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space grounded in authenticity, genuineness, and respect. Together, we'll build self-awareness, strengthen emotional regulation, improve communication, develop healthier boundaries, and create lasting change. When you're ready, I'm here to help you prioritize your emotional well-being and begin putting yourself first.
Your mind races from one worry to the next. Your body stays tense, your chest feels tight, and even small decisions feel overwhelming. Sleep is restless, focus is hard to maintain, and it feels like you’re always on edge, stuck in survival mode with no clear off switch.
You don’t have to live this way. Therapy can help you slow your thoughts, calm your body, and regain a sense of balance and control. Together, we’ll work to understand what’s driving your anxiety and develop practical tools to help you feel grounded, confident, and at ease again.
Your mind races from one worry to the next. Your body stays tense, your chest feels tight, and even small decisions feel overwhelming. Sleep is restless, focus is hard to maintain, and it feels like you’re always on edge, stuck in survival mode with no clear off switch.
You don’t have to live this way. Therapy can help you slow your thoughts, calm your body, and regain a sense of balance and control. Together, we’ll work to understand what’s driving your anxiety and develop practical tools to help you feel grounded, confident, and at ease again.
Families, formed of blood or love, contribute to what shapes us. I help families heal and deal. Couples — married/not, same‑sex/not, platonic/romantic — get tangled in webs; I help unweave them. They may settle into parallel lines, and sometimes they part ways. Either way, there is healing. That is the work we do together.
When at the end of your rope, holding on can hinder progress. Together we can plan your landing and cut the rope. And, if needed, take a step backward, because a step backward is still a step. We can change the view and the narrative. Healing begins at the side‑door, where I’m waiting for you with the light on.
Families, formed of blood or love, contribute to what shapes us. I help families heal and deal. Couples — married/not, same‑sex/not, platonic/romantic — get tangled in webs; I help unweave them. They may settle into parallel lines, and sometimes they part ways. Either way, there is healing. That is the work we do together.
When at the end of your rope, holding on can hinder progress. Together we can plan your landing and cut the rope. And, if needed, take a step backward, because a step backward is still a step. We can change the view and the narrative. Healing begins at the side‑door, where I’m waiting for you with the light on.
Seeking support is a sign of strength, not weakness. I work with adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship concerns, life transitions, and other emotional challenges. As a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor with over 30 years of experience in the mental health field, I offer a safe, supportive environment where you can explore your concerns, gain new perspectives, and develop practical tools for lasting change. My goal is to help you feel heard, understood, and empowered as you move forward. Email me to get started.
Seeking support is a sign of strength, not weakness. I work with adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship concerns, life transitions, and other emotional challenges. As a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor with over 30 years of experience in the mental health field, I offer a safe, supportive environment where you can explore your concerns, gain new perspectives, and develop practical tools for lasting change. My goal is to help you feel heard, understood, and empowered as you move forward. Email me to get started.
Hello! My name is Samantha. I'm glad you are taking the time to look into therapy! I specialize in working with adults who are navigating life’s challenges. This can include learning to cope with a variety of emotions or just having a listening ear. You can expect a warm welcome with hope towards making changes.
Hello! My name is Samantha. I'm glad you are taking the time to look into therapy! I specialize in working with adults who are navigating life’s challenges. This can include learning to cope with a variety of emotions or just having a listening ear. You can expect a warm welcome with hope towards making changes.
I imagine working with clients who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, relational stress, or a sense of disconnect from their values, seeking clarity and a path forward. They want compassionate, evidence-based support that honors their lived experience, builds practical tools, and fosters renewed hope and self-compassion. Together, we’ll translate their deepest concerns into meaningful goals and actionable steps, guiding them toward a more authentic, resilient life.
I imagine working with clients who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, relational stress, or a sense of disconnect from their values, seeking clarity and a path forward. They want compassionate, evidence-based support that honors their lived experience, builds practical tools, and fosters renewed hope and self-compassion. Together, we’ll translate their deepest concerns into meaningful goals and actionable steps, guiding them toward a more authentic, resilient life.
I’m best equipped to support individuals who are seeking meaningful growth, emotional healing, and more fulfilling relationships. Many of the clients I work with are navigating anxiety, depression, unresolved trauma, relationship challenges, or major life transitions. They may feel overwhelmed, stuck in negative thought patterns, or disconnected from themselves and others—but they’re ready to do the work to create real, lasting change. Whether you're looking for tools to manage everyday stress or seeking deeper healing, I provide a compassionate, structured, and empowering space to explore your story and move toward greater clarity
I’m best equipped to support individuals who are seeking meaningful growth, emotional healing, and more fulfilling relationships. Many of the clients I work with are navigating anxiety, depression, unresolved trauma, relationship challenges, or major life transitions. They may feel overwhelmed, stuck in negative thought patterns, or disconnected from themselves and others—but they’re ready to do the work to create real, lasting change. Whether you're looking for tools to manage everyday stress or seeking deeper healing, I provide a compassionate, structured, and empowering space to explore your story and move toward greater clarity
Hello, my name is Shavon Rich, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 16 years of experience working with adolescents, adults, and families. My approach to therapy is compassionate and client-centered, focusing on helping individuals navigate trauma, life transitions, and emotional challenges. I specialize in providing support and guidance to those experiencing difficult life events, with a strong emphasis on fostering resilience and hope. I typically work with adolescents, adults, and families who are navigating life transitions, trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges.
Hello, my name is Shavon Rich, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 16 years of experience working with adolescents, adults, and families. My approach to therapy is compassionate and client-centered, focusing on helping individuals navigate trauma, life transitions, and emotional challenges. I specialize in providing support and guidance to those experiencing difficult life events, with a strong emphasis on fostering resilience and hope. I typically work with adolescents, adults, and families who are navigating life transitions, trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges.
Taking the first step toward therapy takes courage, and I want to honor you for being here. My role is to walk alongside you as we explore the challenges you're facing and create space for growth and healing. I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, life changes, relationship concerns, and issues related to self-worth and acceptance. My style is collaborative and tailored—this is your journey, and we'll shape it together based on your goals, values, and pace. When you're ready, I’m here to support you in a space where you can feel heard, respected, and fully yourself.
Taking the first step toward therapy takes courage, and I want to honor you for being here. My role is to walk alongside you as we explore the challenges you're facing and create space for growth and healing. I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, life changes, relationship concerns, and issues related to self-worth and acceptance. My style is collaborative and tailored—this is your journey, and we'll shape it together based on your goals, values, and pace. When you're ready, I’m here to support you in a space where you can feel heard, respected, and fully yourself.
Hi there, I'm Ayesha! I am a licensed professional counselor with a passion for helping my clients become the best version of themselves, while working to achieve your full potential, learning to heal, and practicing self-growth and awareness. My approach is client-centered mixed with eclectic as I believe no approach is a one-size-fits-all. I promise to meet you with empathy, a sound mind, open heart, and unconditional positive regard. I believe my clients are the captains of their ship and I am here to guide you to a sound, safe, and clear journey to your healing destination.
Hi there, I'm Ayesha! I am a licensed professional counselor with a passion for helping my clients become the best version of themselves, while working to achieve your full potential, learning to heal, and practicing self-growth and awareness. My approach is client-centered mixed with eclectic as I believe no approach is a one-size-fits-all. I promise to meet you with empathy, a sound mind, open heart, and unconditional positive regard. I believe my clients are the captains of their ship and I am here to guide you to a sound, safe, and clear journey to your healing destination.
Life doesn’t pause at 5 PM — and neither should your chance to heal.
If you’ve been searching for a therapist who understands the demands of work, family, and life — AND offers evening therapy sessions to fit your schedule — you’re in the right place. I help busy women, professionals, and high-achievers navigate anxiety, depression, burnout, and life transitions so they can reclaim their energy, confidence, and peace of mind.
Life doesn’t pause at 5 PM — and neither should your chance to heal.
If you’ve been searching for a therapist who understands the demands of work, family, and life — AND offers evening therapy sessions to fit your schedule — you’re in the right place. I help busy women, professionals, and high-achievers navigate anxiety, depression, burnout, and life transitions so they can reclaim their energy, confidence, and peace of mind.
“Life is full twists, turns, and unknowns. We all come to a space where we need to gather ourselves, recenter, and take a deep breath. Success has a process, it’s not a magic trick. Work your process and enjoy the fruits of your labor.” -Channing Starks-
“Life is full twists, turns, and unknowns. We all come to a space where we need to gather ourselves, recenter, and take a deep breath. Success has a process, it’s not a magic trick. Work your process and enjoy the fruits of your labor.” -Channing Starks-
Great to meet you! I'm Glynnis M. Young, LPC. I help adults who are feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, stuck in painful patterns, or simply ready for something different in their lives. Therapy with me is a space where you can exhale, feel heard, and begin doing the deeper work of healing with support that is compassionate, honest, and empowering.
Great to meet you! I'm Glynnis M. Young, LPC. I help adults who are feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, stuck in painful patterns, or simply ready for something different in their lives. Therapy with me is a space where you can exhale, feel heard, and begin doing the deeper work of healing with support that is compassionate, honest, and empowering.
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As an African American, why might I wish to see a therapist who is African American?
Working with an African American therapist can often mean that you start from a place of shared understanding with a therapist rather than having to explain your experience from scratch. A therapist who shares your racial identity is more likely to understand the specific pressures shaping your mental health, including navigating racism, cultural identity, and the overall experience of being Black in the United States. They are also more likely to understand the role that family, community, and cultural expectations play in your life without requiring a lengthy explanation. This shared foundation can create a greater sense of safety in the therapeutic relationship and make it easier to open up at the start of therapy.
Are there Black therapists who specialize in working with Black men or Black women?
Yes, many Black therapists have specific experience working with Black men or Black women. While therapists who work with Black clients broadly address concerns relevant to all genders, like anxiety or depression, those with a gender-specific focus are equipped to work with you on the particular ways that race and gender may intersect. For example, some therapists may specialize in working with Black women on topics like body image or maternal mental health, while other therapists may work with Black men on topics such as relationships or masculinity.
Do Black therapists offer marriage and couples counseling?
Yes, many Black therapists are trained in couples and marriage counseling and can work with partners navigating a wide range of relationship challenges. Therapists who identify as Black may have a better understanding of the cultural dynamics surrounding marriage, family roles, and conflict that are specific to African American communities and can work with you and your partner without making assumptions about your background.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with Black clients?
The initial consultation, which is typically a brief phone or video call, is the right time to raise a therapist’s experience working with Black clients. You can ask specific questions, such as "Do you have experience working with Black clients?" or more broad questions, such as "How do you approach cultural identity in your practice?". During the initial consultation, you can also ask whether they have undertaken training in cultural competence and how they would handle a situation where a cultural misunderstanding arose in therapy. A therapist who responds to these questions thoughtfully and without defensiveness is a good sign they are equipped to work with you effectively.
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.