Black and African American Therapists in Queen Creek, AZ
I'm Nicole, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Arizona. I received my masters from Argosy University-Phoenix. I have been practicing for 14 years. I am passionate about helping clients move from being stuck to being successful in every area of their lives. I've worked with clients who struggle with a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, anger, life transitions, trauma, mood instability, family separation, juvenile incarceration, and other issues. I enjoy working with adolescents and young adults and have happily serviced all ages.
I'm Nicole, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Arizona. I received my masters from Argosy University-Phoenix. I have been practicing for 14 years. I am passionate about helping clients move from being stuck to being successful in every area of their lives. I've worked with clients who struggle with a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, anger, life transitions, trauma, mood instability, family separation, juvenile incarceration, and other issues. I enjoy working with adolescents and young adults and have happily serviced all ages.
Welcome! My name is Jennifer. I am a dedicated Bilingual Clinical Social Worker with over 17 years of clinical experience and two decades spent working in various capacities within the Social Work Profession. I have cultivated a deep passion for supporting children, families, and communities. I was born in Puerto Rico and raised in New York City, my heritage has profoundly shaped my perspective, allowing me to connect with diverse populations and understand the unique challenges they face.
Welcome! My name is Jennifer. I am a dedicated Bilingual Clinical Social Worker with over 17 years of clinical experience and two decades spent working in various capacities within the Social Work Profession. I have cultivated a deep passion for supporting children, families, and communities. I was born in Puerto Rico and raised in New York City, my heritage has profoundly shaped my perspective, allowing me to connect with diverse populations and understand the unique challenges they face.
Are you struggling to connect or even feel good in your daily life? At Better Days Behavioral Health, we believe everyone deserves to live a fulfilling and balanced life. We are dedicated to helping you grow and connect in all aspects of your life: family, personal, and work. We support individuals facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, mood disorders, anger, trauma, and more. We strive to create a safe and supportive environment. Here, individuals and families can find healing and develop effective coping strategies to improve their life.
Are you struggling to connect or even feel good in your daily life? At Better Days Behavioral Health, we believe everyone deserves to live a fulfilling and balanced life. We are dedicated to helping you grow and connect in all aspects of your life: family, personal, and work. We support individuals facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, mood disorders, anger, trauma, and more. We strive to create a safe and supportive environment. Here, individuals and families can find healing and develop effective coping strategies to improve their life.
If you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck in patterns you can't break, constantly overthinking, or, if your past still shows up, in ways you don't want it to - You're not alone. You don't, just want, less anxiety- You want to feel calm, more confident, in control, and able to trust yourself, as well as, feel connected and understood.
If you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck in patterns you can't break, constantly overthinking, or, if your past still shows up, in ways you don't want it to - You're not alone. You don't, just want, less anxiety- You want to feel calm, more confident, in control, and able to trust yourself, as well as, feel connected and understood.
Greetings, My name is Yvonne Gordon. If you have reached my page, then you may going through a transitional season in your life. Sometimes within these seasons, we need someone to walk along side of us; someone to understand, listen, and help us to sort through the intertwined feeling and emotions. Some of these emotions may stem from our past, and some may stem from fears of the future; yet, both instances require the ability to rest and be present in the current moment in knowing that we are emotionally safe, and we are here now!
Greetings, My name is Yvonne Gordon. If you have reached my page, then you may going through a transitional season in your life. Sometimes within these seasons, we need someone to walk along side of us; someone to understand, listen, and help us to sort through the intertwined feeling and emotions. Some of these emotions may stem from our past, and some may stem from fears of the future; yet, both instances require the ability to rest and be present in the current moment in knowing that we are emotionally safe, and we are here now!
Whether you are single or partnered, asexual or allosexual, sweetest vanilla or practiced kinkster, you know that there isn't a one-size-fits-all approach to intimacy. My clients are people who recognize that sexual wellness contributes to mental health just as much as other forms of wellness. Sexual wellness isn't just in the bedroom, it's how we talk to each other, it's how we show and give affection, it's how we define intimacy and practice being vulnerable, playful, and compassionate. Sometimes it's difficult to do these things and that gets in the way of connection. How do you want to connect with others? With yourself?
Whether you are single or partnered, asexual or allosexual, sweetest vanilla or practiced kinkster, you know that there isn't a one-size-fits-all approach to intimacy. My clients are people who recognize that sexual wellness contributes to mental health just as much as other forms of wellness. Sexual wellness isn't just in the bedroom, it's how we talk to each other, it's how we show and give affection, it's how we define intimacy and practice being vulnerable, playful, and compassionate. Sometimes it's difficult to do these things and that gets in the way of connection. How do you want to connect with others? With yourself?
I have experience with clients ranging from adolescence to the elderly, families and couples. My specialization is working with serious mental illness and substance abuse. I rely on compassion, empathy, and non judgment to respectfully approach complex situations. I understand that life has ebbs and flows. It can be difficult to traverse, especially when one feels alone, overwhelmed, hopeless, helpless, misunderstood, powerless, ashamed, unheard, victimized, confused, invisible, etc.
I have experience with clients ranging from adolescence to the elderly, families and couples. My specialization is working with serious mental illness and substance abuse. I rely on compassion, empathy, and non judgment to respectfully approach complex situations. I understand that life has ebbs and flows. It can be difficult to traverse, especially when one feels alone, overwhelmed, hopeless, helpless, misunderstood, powerless, ashamed, unheard, victimized, confused, invisible, etc.
There's something particular about the weight that women carry, not just the hard events themselves, but the expectation to keep going, keep giving, keep managing…
I work with women, individuals, and couples who are exhausted from doing exactly that, and who are ready for a space where their story finally gets the full attention it deserves.
I specialize in trauma, depression, women's issues, and relationship healing. Using EMDR, CBT, and DBT, we'll work on processing what's underneath (not just managing symptoms!), so the growth you make in sessions actually changes how you feel in your daily life.
There's something particular about the weight that women carry, not just the hard events themselves, but the expectation to keep going, keep giving, keep managing…
I work with women, individuals, and couples who are exhausted from doing exactly that, and who are ready for a space where their story finally gets the full attention it deserves.
I specialize in trauma, depression, women's issues, and relationship healing. Using EMDR, CBT, and DBT, we'll work on processing what's underneath (not just managing symptoms!), so the growth you make in sessions actually changes how you feel in your daily life.
My clients are helpers, caregivers, therapists, and emotionally attuned adults who give so much to others but rarely feel that same support themselves. Many are navigating burnout, repeating patterns they can't seem to break, or a quiet sense of having lost themselves somewhere along the way. I warmly welcome all adults ready to stop just coping and start healing deeply and on their own terms.
My clients are helpers, caregivers, therapists, and emotionally attuned adults who give so much to others but rarely feel that same support themselves. Many are navigating burnout, repeating patterns they can't seem to break, or a quiet sense of having lost themselves somewhere along the way. I warmly welcome all adults ready to stop just coping and start healing deeply and on their own terms.
Maybe you're questioning a career path you used to feel sure about. Maybe a relationship ended, or shifted in a way you didn't expect. Maybe you're adjusting to a new chapter, a move, a new role, becoming a parent, or simply realizing the life you built doesn't fit the way it used to. If you're navigating any of this, you're in the right place.
With over 14 years of experience, I help adults work through anxiety, depression, and life transitions. I use a strength-based, CBT-informed approach, so you leave sessions with tools you can actually use, not just insight.
I provide telehealth across PA, TX, VA, IL, DE, and AZ.
Maybe you're questioning a career path you used to feel sure about. Maybe a relationship ended, or shifted in a way you didn't expect. Maybe you're adjusting to a new chapter, a move, a new role, becoming a parent, or simply realizing the life you built doesn't fit the way it used to. If you're navigating any of this, you're in the right place.
With over 14 years of experience, I help adults work through anxiety, depression, and life transitions. I use a strength-based, CBT-informed approach, so you leave sessions with tools you can actually use, not just insight.
I provide telehealth across PA, TX, VA, IL, DE, and AZ.
As a Black nonbinary therapist, I bring lived experience, clinical training, and deep respect to this work.
I provide individual therapy for adults, including trans and nonbinary people and the loved ones who support them. My work helps clients reconnect with themselves, set boundaries, and communicate more clearly, especially during times of identity exploration, change, or uncertainty.
As a Black nonbinary therapist, I bring lived experience, clinical training, and deep respect to this work.
I provide individual therapy for adults, including trans and nonbinary people and the loved ones who support them. My work helps clients reconnect with themselves, set boundaries, and communicate more clearly, especially during times of identity exploration, change, or uncertainty.
When you look up strength on Google, you find several definitions, but one stands out: the emotional or mental qualities necessary in dealing with situations or events that are distressing or difficult. No one can control nor predict when difficult things will happen, but it is a guarantee that challenges do occur in every life. Resilience is defined as the capacity to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness; is the ability of a substance or object to spring back into shape; elasticity. There is strength in your resilience! Every human being has been endowed with resilience.
When you look up strength on Google, you find several definitions, but one stands out: the emotional or mental qualities necessary in dealing with situations or events that are distressing or difficult. No one can control nor predict when difficult things will happen, but it is a guarantee that challenges do occur in every life. Resilience is defined as the capacity to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness; is the ability of a substance or object to spring back into shape; elasticity. There is strength in your resilience! Every human being has been endowed with resilience.
Life is full of shifts—some expected, some unexpected. Whether you’re stepping into greater responsibility and visibility or navigating the tough moments that bring grief and uncertainty, I believe in empowering you to face those transitions with confidence and resilience. The greatest compliment I’ve ever received is the trust of those who let me walk alongside them in their journeys.
I am passionate about understanding people—their stories, their challenges, their drive to grow—and I am honored to play a role in helping them achieve more, push through transitions, and emerge stronger.
Life is full of shifts—some expected, some unexpected. Whether you’re stepping into greater responsibility and visibility or navigating the tough moments that bring grief and uncertainty, I believe in empowering you to face those transitions with confidence and resilience. The greatest compliment I’ve ever received is the trust of those who let me walk alongside them in their journeys.
I am passionate about understanding people—their stories, their challenges, their drive to grow—and I am honored to play a role in helping them achieve more, push through transitions, and emerge stronger.
Hello and welcome! My name is Adrian Harris, and I'm so glad you're here. I create a safe and welcoming space where you can feel truly seen and heard. I believe that therapy is a collaborative journey, and I'm here to walk alongside you as we explore the challenges you're facing. I work from a systems perspective, which means I don't just focus on the individual but also on the relationships and environments that shape them. I'm passionate about helping people improve their communication, navigate life transitions, and strengthen their connections with others. My approach is tailored to meet your unique needs and goal.
Hello and welcome! My name is Adrian Harris, and I'm so glad you're here. I create a safe and welcoming space where you can feel truly seen and heard. I believe that therapy is a collaborative journey, and I'm here to walk alongside you as we explore the challenges you're facing. I work from a systems perspective, which means I don't just focus on the individual but also on the relationships and environments that shape them. I'm passionate about helping people improve their communication, navigate life transitions, and strengthen their connections with others. My approach is tailored to meet your unique needs and goal.
My mission is to create a safe and compassionate space where children can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences while developing the skills to navigate life's challenges. Childhood is a precious and transformative time. My approach to psychotherapy revolves around creating a therapeutic journey tailored to your child's individuality. Through play, art, talk therapy, and creative expression, I provide a variety of tools to help your child communicate their thoughts and emotions in ways that resonate with them.
My mission is to create a safe and compassionate space where children can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences while developing the skills to navigate life's challenges. Childhood is a precious and transformative time. My approach to psychotherapy revolves around creating a therapeutic journey tailored to your child's individuality. Through play, art, talk therapy, and creative expression, I provide a variety of tools to help your child communicate their thoughts and emotions in ways that resonate with them.
Refined Mental Health and Wellness, PLLC (Group)
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMT, MA, LPC
Serves Area
Refined Mental Health and Wellness exists to help individuals, couples, and families pursue healing, clarity, and growth through clinically sound and compassion-centered care that honors the emotional, relational, physical, and spiritual dimensions of life. We provide an integrative approach to wellness, thoughtfully incorporating psychological science and faith when meaningful to the client’s values and goals.
Refined Mental Health and Wellness exists to help individuals, couples, and families pursue healing, clarity, and growth through clinically sound and compassion-centered care that honors the emotional, relational, physical, and spiritual dimensions of life. We provide an integrative approach to wellness, thoughtfully incorporating psychological science and faith when meaningful to the client’s values and goals.
With six years of experience in mental health therapy, I am dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and achieve lasting positive change. I specialize in providing personalized 1:1 therapy and co-facilitating healthy relationships groups, creating safe spaces where clients can explore their emotions, develop coping strategies, and make meaningful behavioral changes. I hold certifications in grief counseling, mindfulness-informed practices, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, integrating evidence-based approaches. I am passionate about empowering individuals to find clarity, build resilience, and foster well-being
With six years of experience in mental health therapy, I am dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and achieve lasting positive change. I specialize in providing personalized 1:1 therapy and co-facilitating healthy relationships groups, creating safe spaces where clients can explore their emotions, develop coping strategies, and make meaningful behavioral changes. I hold certifications in grief counseling, mindfulness-informed practices, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, integrating evidence-based approaches. I am passionate about empowering individuals to find clarity, build resilience, and foster well-being
Hi, I’m Chantal Castillo a Licensed Professional Counselor in Arizona offering virtual therapy for individuals and couples across Arizona.
I welcome clients from all backgrounds and identities, and I have a special focus on supporting LGBTQ+ and BIPOC clients. My goal is for you to feel safe, seen, and accepted as your genuine self.
Common reasons people reach out to me include:
Anxiety, stress, or burnout, relationship or family challenges, life transitions and identity exploration, self-esteem and confidence building, LGBTQ+ affirming support, or feeling “stuck” and wanting to grow.
Hi, I’m Chantal Castillo a Licensed Professional Counselor in Arizona offering virtual therapy for individuals and couples across Arizona.
I welcome clients from all backgrounds and identities, and I have a special focus on supporting LGBTQ+ and BIPOC clients. My goal is for you to feel safe, seen, and accepted as your genuine self.
Common reasons people reach out to me include:
Anxiety, stress, or burnout, relationship or family challenges, life transitions and identity exploration, self-esteem and confidence building, LGBTQ+ affirming support, or feeling “stuck” and wanting to grow.
Updated Weekly: 7/10 Open For New Clients!
I work primarily with adults and adolescents navigating their identity, adverse experiences, life transitions, and complex family dynamics. Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck in patterns that no longer serve them, or unsure how to move forward. In our work together, we slow things down, explore what’s beneath these patterns, develop capacity for your emotions, and build practical tools for self understanding. My focus is aimed at helping you develop clarity, confidence, self-efficacy, and resilience—contributing to a more authentic self.
Updated Weekly: 7/10 Open For New Clients!
I work primarily with adults and adolescents navigating their identity, adverse experiences, life transitions, and complex family dynamics. Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck in patterns that no longer serve them, or unsure how to move forward. In our work together, we slow things down, explore what’s beneath these patterns, develop capacity for your emotions, and build practical tools for self understanding. My focus is aimed at helping you develop clarity, confidence, self-efficacy, and resilience—contributing to a more authentic self.
Pam is a Certified Trauma Specialist with over three decades of experience working with children and adolescents. Her passion lies in helping families build secure attachments by supporting young people navigating trauma, attachment disorders, and autism. Drawing on her expertise in Instinctual Trauma Response, Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy, and AutPlay Therapy, Pam provides families with an exceptional standard of care.
Pam is a Certified Trauma Specialist with over three decades of experience working with children and adolescents. Her passion lies in helping families build secure attachments by supporting young people navigating trauma, attachment disorders, and autism. Drawing on her expertise in Instinctual Trauma Response, Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy, and AutPlay Therapy, Pam provides families with an exceptional standard of care.
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FAQ - Black and African American Counselling
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.