Black and African American Therapists in Tempe, AZ
I'm a Licensed Professional counselor, in anxiety, stress, life transitions, career counseling, infidelity recovery, grief, and Christian Counseling. I work with adults and couples who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected and are looking for practical tools, emotional support, and a clearer sense of direction. My approach integrates CBT, mindfulness, strengths based techniques, and faith aligned counseling for incorporate Christian values into the healing process. Together, we focus on reducing anxiety, managing stress, rebuilding trust, navigating major life changes, and strengthen both emotional and spiritually
I'm a Licensed Professional counselor, in anxiety, stress, life transitions, career counseling, infidelity recovery, grief, and Christian Counseling. I work with adults and couples who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected and are looking for practical tools, emotional support, and a clearer sense of direction. My approach integrates CBT, mindfulness, strengths based techniques, and faith aligned counseling for incorporate Christian values into the healing process. Together, we focus on reducing anxiety, managing stress, rebuilding trust, navigating major life changes, and strengthen both emotional and spiritually
You find yourself in one of the toughest seasons of your life. You’re experiencing a traumatizing event (a breakup, a job loss, the death of a loved one, loneliness, or maybe you’re just plain unhappy with life). You might have also experienced a rough childhood where you endured critical, judgmental, or abusive parents. This is how trauma presents itself in our lives, and when it goes unaddressed it will show up as: anxiety, depression, anger, self-judgment, uncertainty, addiction and a host of other things that let’s us know we have some unhealed parts we have to attend to. You want to heal/improve, but don't know where to start.
You find yourself in one of the toughest seasons of your life. You’re experiencing a traumatizing event (a breakup, a job loss, the death of a loved one, loneliness, or maybe you’re just plain unhappy with life). You might have also experienced a rough childhood where you endured critical, judgmental, or abusive parents. This is how trauma presents itself in our lives, and when it goes unaddressed it will show up as: anxiety, depression, anger, self-judgment, uncertainty, addiction and a host of other things that let’s us know we have some unhealed parts we have to attend to. You want to heal/improve, but don't know where to start.
Viola is a Licensed Professional Counselor with an ideal client base of those with pregnancy-related mental health concerns, including PPD, Pregnancy loss, infertility, grief and loss, EMDR with adolescents and adults ,PTSD, OCD, Depression, anxiety, self-worth, and self-esteem issues, and religious and racial trauma . Everyone is perfectly imperfect. My goal when working with clients is to see the client, not their diagnosis, which allows me to be open-minded, compassionate, and empathic. I believe you grow through what you go through, but you dont have to do it alone.
Viola is a Licensed Professional Counselor with an ideal client base of those with pregnancy-related mental health concerns, including PPD, Pregnancy loss, infertility, grief and loss, EMDR with adolescents and adults ,PTSD, OCD, Depression, anxiety, self-worth, and self-esteem issues, and religious and racial trauma . Everyone is perfectly imperfect. My goal when working with clients is to see the client, not their diagnosis, which allows me to be open-minded, compassionate, and empathic. I believe you grow through what you go through, but you dont have to do it alone.
I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space for high-achieving Black women and femmes navigating racialized trauma, anxiety, burnout, and body shame.
I specialize in trauma-informed, culturally responsive therapy for Black women and femmes, LGBTQ+ individuals, and other BIPOC clients navigating racialized trauma, anxiety, burnout, and body shame. I provide a safe, affirming space where clients don’t have to perform or explain their existence. Using EMDR, Brainspotting, somatic work, and parts work, I help
I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space for high-achieving Black women and femmes navigating racialized trauma, anxiety, burnout, and body shame.
I specialize in trauma-informed, culturally responsive therapy for Black women and femmes, LGBTQ+ individuals, and other BIPOC clients navigating racialized trauma, anxiety, burnout, and body shame. I provide a safe, affirming space where clients don’t have to perform or explain their existence. Using EMDR, Brainspotting, somatic work, and parts work, I help
As a queer, person of color, I believe in creating a non-judgmental and culturally sensitive space to assist clients in creating a life that they love. Due to the pandemic, many of us have had more time for reflection than we might have had in the past. Maybe this time of reflection has caused you to question your identity, gender or sexuality. Exploring and integrating your gender or sexuality can feel overwhelming, especially in a world that can be hostile to LGBT/Queer people, but you do not have to do it alone. Seeking help takes courage. You are courageous.
As a queer, person of color, I believe in creating a non-judgmental and culturally sensitive space to assist clients in creating a life that they love. Due to the pandemic, many of us have had more time for reflection than we might have had in the past. Maybe this time of reflection has caused you to question your identity, gender or sexuality. Exploring and integrating your gender or sexuality can feel overwhelming, especially in a world that can be hostile to LGBT/Queer people, but you do not have to do it alone. Seeking help takes courage. You are courageous.
My name is Anayiah Howard (Ah-nay-yah) and I am currently an intern therapist at Iridescent counseling. I have a Bachelor of Science in Family Studies and Human Development with a minor in Childhood Development and Psychology. I am currently finishing my master’s in clinical mental health counseling with an emphasis in childhood/adolescent disorders. In regards to occupation, I work as a Licensed Applied Behavioral Analysis Therapist (RBT) with Advanced Autism Services. I have been an RBT for 5 years, working with autistic children of all backgrounds of culture, race, and gender; helping them become independent learners.
My name is Anayiah Howard (Ah-nay-yah) and I am currently an intern therapist at Iridescent counseling. I have a Bachelor of Science in Family Studies and Human Development with a minor in Childhood Development and Psychology. I am currently finishing my master’s in clinical mental health counseling with an emphasis in childhood/adolescent disorders. In regards to occupation, I work as a Licensed Applied Behavioral Analysis Therapist (RBT) with Advanced Autism Services. I have been an RBT for 5 years, working with autistic children of all backgrounds of culture, race, and gender; helping them become independent learners.
If you’re a young adult or professional feeling overwhelmed, anxious, burned out, or stuck in survival mode, you are not alone. At Phoenix Health & WellBeing, we support adults navigating anxiety, OCD, PTSD, trauma, burnout, perfectionism, relationship stress, and major life transitions. Many of our clients are high achievers, caregivers, first responders, or “oldest daughters” who struggle to slow down or care for themselves without guilt. We offer integrated therapy, medication management, EMDR, ERP, Brainspotting, CBT, and DBT to support meaningful change.
If you’re a young adult or professional feeling overwhelmed, anxious, burned out, or stuck in survival mode, you are not alone. At Phoenix Health & WellBeing, we support adults navigating anxiety, OCD, PTSD, trauma, burnout, perfectionism, relationship stress, and major life transitions. Many of our clients are high achievers, caregivers, first responders, or “oldest daughters” who struggle to slow down or care for themselves without guilt. We offer integrated therapy, medication management, EMDR, ERP, Brainspotting, CBT, and DBT to support meaningful change.
Accepting New Clients! Nervous to take the first step towards change? We get it! While you may be unsure how to create change you are looking for, seeking therapy is a courageous choice in that direction. We believe therapy can be a fun & life-changing process. The providers at Hope Rebuilt are passionate about assisting our clients in meeting their goals and becoming more fully themselves. Our clinicians hold training and experience in treating a wide variety of issues, including trauma, anxiety, OCD, self-esteem, relationship issues & eating disorders. We work with clients across the lifespan starting at age 6 years and on.
Accepting New Clients! Nervous to take the first step towards change? We get it! While you may be unsure how to create change you are looking for, seeking therapy is a courageous choice in that direction. We believe therapy can be a fun & life-changing process. The providers at Hope Rebuilt are passionate about assisting our clients in meeting their goals and becoming more fully themselves. Our clinicians hold training and experience in treating a wide variety of issues, including trauma, anxiety, OCD, self-esteem, relationship issues & eating disorders. We work with clients across the lifespan starting at age 6 years and on.
I believe in you. I’m here to support you along your path. Creating changes opens the door to healing, growth, and living a life you love. I use an integrative approach to address the core beliefs that often drive the behaviors and emotions that keep you stuck.
I’m now offering Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) and Ketamine-Assisted EMDR Therapy (KA-EMDR). KA-EMDR is a trademarked approach developed by the Ketamine-Assisted EMDR Therapy Institute. Ketamine treatment can enhance your ability to access material, deeper trauma reprocessing, and reconnect with your resilience.
I believe in you. I’m here to support you along your path. Creating changes opens the door to healing, growth, and living a life you love. I use an integrative approach to address the core beliefs that often drive the behaviors and emotions that keep you stuck.
I’m now offering Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) and Ketamine-Assisted EMDR Therapy (KA-EMDR). KA-EMDR is a trademarked approach developed by the Ketamine-Assisted EMDR Therapy Institute. Ketamine treatment can enhance your ability to access material, deeper trauma reprocessing, and reconnect with your resilience.
My practice is eclectic, drawing on psychodynamic, humanistic, and cognitive orientations. I believe that each person’s rich subjective experience is fundamentally unique. In my clinical work, I strive to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can feel welcome to express yourself fully and work at a pace that feels comfortable for you. My style is relational and interactive, and the tools used in treatment vary according to the individual situation.
My practice is eclectic, drawing on psychodynamic, humanistic, and cognitive orientations. I believe that each person’s rich subjective experience is fundamentally unique. In my clinical work, I strive to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can feel welcome to express yourself fully and work at a pace that feels comfortable for you. My style is relational and interactive, and the tools used in treatment vary according to the individual situation.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 15 years' experience in behavioral health who specializes in working with adults, emerging adults, and couples struggling with trauma responses, depression, anxiety, racial/cultural issues, relationships, crisis management, or difficult life adjustments. I provide telehealth in AZ and Minnesota; I am excited to work with anyone who is ready to start learning how to prioritize themself towards healing and self-growth.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 15 years' experience in behavioral health who specializes in working with adults, emerging adults, and couples struggling with trauma responses, depression, anxiety, racial/cultural issues, relationships, crisis management, or difficult life adjustments. I provide telehealth in AZ and Minnesota; I am excited to work with anyone who is ready to start learning how to prioritize themself towards healing and self-growth.
Shania Collins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
5 Endorsed
Tempe, AZ 85282
Waitlist for new clients
I work best with adult individuals who feel overwhelmed, emotionally stretched, or like they’re constantly holding everything together. Many are navigating anxiety, trauma, identity stress, burnout, or relationship strain, and often feel misunderstood in spaces that are supposed to feel safe. I mostly work with clients who are BIPOC, neurodivergent, and/or LGBTQ+, carrying personal, cultural, or generational weight that feels hard to name or unpack alone. Therapy with me often starts like untangling a tight ball of yarn. It can feel messy at first, but with patience and support, things begin to loosen and make more sense.
I work best with adult individuals who feel overwhelmed, emotionally stretched, or like they’re constantly holding everything together. Many are navigating anxiety, trauma, identity stress, burnout, or relationship strain, and often feel misunderstood in spaces that are supposed to feel safe. I mostly work with clients who are BIPOC, neurodivergent, and/or LGBTQ+, carrying personal, cultural, or generational weight that feels hard to name or unpack alone. Therapy with me often starts like untangling a tight ball of yarn. It can feel messy at first, but with patience and support, things begin to loosen and make more sense.
Hi, I’m Tish! I’m here to support people who feel overwhelmed by life’s challenges but still hold on to hope for change. Whether you’re navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, struggles with self-worth, body image concerns, eating disorders, or severe mental illness, I see you. You want balance, clarity, and healing—a life where your past doesn’t define you and you can confidently embrace your present and future. Together, we’ll work to untangle the patterns holding you back, uncover your inner resilience, and help you feel empowered to live the life you deserve.
Hi, I’m Tish! I’m here to support people who feel overwhelmed by life’s challenges but still hold on to hope for change. Whether you’re navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, struggles with self-worth, body image concerns, eating disorders, or severe mental illness, I see you. You want balance, clarity, and healing—a life where your past doesn’t define you and you can confidently embrace your present and future. Together, we’ll work to untangle the patterns holding you back, uncover your inner resilience, and help you feel empowered to live the life you deserve.
I am passionate about helping individuals with disabilities, teens, couples, and anyone who is needing help on their journey to being healed. I have helped clients work through substance abuse, low self-esteem, negative self-image, suicidal behaviors, anxiety, depression, and I have also helped families who are trying to develop the skills needed to help support their loved ones. I have also helped couples either dating or married in redefining their relationships and coming back together as a unit.
I am passionate about helping individuals with disabilities, teens, couples, and anyone who is needing help on their journey to being healed. I have helped clients work through substance abuse, low self-esteem, negative self-image, suicidal behaviors, anxiety, depression, and I have also helped families who are trying to develop the skills needed to help support their loved ones. I have also helped couples either dating or married in redefining their relationships and coming back together as a unit.
I have an understanding of the unique experiences, cultural differences, and challenges members of the minority group face on a daily. My career began in 2007 after developing a passion for mental health and mental development in the community. With over 15 years of experience in the mental health field; I have worked with individuals dealing with various concerns such as racial trauma, identity exploration, discrimination, depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, substance dependence, bipolar disorder, self esteem and relationship issues. Counseling and coaching has a way of helping individuals transform their lives and regain purpose.
I have an understanding of the unique experiences, cultural differences, and challenges members of the minority group face on a daily. My career began in 2007 after developing a passion for mental health and mental development in the community. With over 15 years of experience in the mental health field; I have worked with individuals dealing with various concerns such as racial trauma, identity exploration, discrimination, depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, substance dependence, bipolar disorder, self esteem and relationship issues. Counseling and coaching has a way of helping individuals transform their lives and regain purpose.
Do you find yourself stuck in patterns that feel hard to break? Saying "yes" when you want to say "no?" Overthinking conversations long after they’ve ended? Feeling responsible for others’ emotions while neglecting your own? Perhaps you’re deeply self-aware but still feel anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself and others. These experiences are often rooted in early attachment patterns. What once helped you feel safe, connected, or accepted may now show up as people-pleasing, perfectionism, and difficulty trusting yourself.
Do you find yourself stuck in patterns that feel hard to break? Saying "yes" when you want to say "no?" Overthinking conversations long after they’ve ended? Feeling responsible for others’ emotions while neglecting your own? Perhaps you’re deeply self-aware but still feel anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself and others. These experiences are often rooted in early attachment patterns. What once helped you feel safe, connected, or accepted may now show up as people-pleasing, perfectionism, and difficulty trusting yourself.
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or weighed down by anxiety, depression, or past trauma? Maybe you're navigating difficult relationships, setting boundaries, or trying to release emotional responsibilities that aren’t yours to carry. Whether you're facing challenges within your family, friendships, or intimate relationships, you deserve a safe and supportive, and honest space to heal, grow, and reconnect with your voice, your independence, and the life you want to build.
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or weighed down by anxiety, depression, or past trauma? Maybe you're navigating difficult relationships, setting boundaries, or trying to release emotional responsibilities that aren’t yours to carry. Whether you're facing challenges within your family, friendships, or intimate relationships, you deserve a safe and supportive, and honest space to heal, grow, and reconnect with your voice, your independence, and the life you want to build.
Are you feeling disconnected from yourself, uncertain about your identity, or struggling to feel confident and grounded in your life or relationships? Are you seeking support while navigating polyamory or non-monogamous relationship dynamics? You don’t have to navigate this alone and deserve support that truly understands your lived experience. Together, we can explore identity, self-esteem, relationships, boundaries, and life transitions in a way that feels affirming, empowering, and aligned with who you truly are.
Are you feeling disconnected from yourself, uncertain about your identity, or struggling to feel confident and grounded in your life or relationships? Are you seeking support while navigating polyamory or non-monogamous relationship dynamics? You don’t have to navigate this alone and deserve support that truly understands your lived experience. Together, we can explore identity, self-esteem, relationships, boundaries, and life transitions in a way that feels affirming, empowering, and aligned with who you truly are.
Well hello there , my name is Lavoyche, and I am a licensed clinical social worker. We all have experienced trauma in some form of fashion, which can render us hopeless and helpless. You may experience depression, anxiety, self harm, and suicidal ideations that overwhelm your life. We often become prisoners in our own prison unable to realize that we hold the keys to release us from that prison. I will help you identify tools to move forward from your past trauma, how to take back your life, and live freely . At this time, I work with the adult population.
Well hello there , my name is Lavoyche, and I am a licensed clinical social worker. We all have experienced trauma in some form of fashion, which can render us hopeless and helpless. You may experience depression, anxiety, self harm, and suicidal ideations that overwhelm your life. We often become prisoners in our own prison unable to realize that we hold the keys to release us from that prison. I will help you identify tools to move forward from your past trauma, how to take back your life, and live freely . At this time, I work with the adult population.
First off, thank you for being brave enough to take this first step in this journey! Navigating life at any age often brings challenges that are unpredictable, leaving a need of searching for belonging. I believe you deserve to feel confident in your inherent worth and that you belong—always. In the queer community, therapeutic supports are most important and vital for survival. Intersectionality can be beautiful but also lead to loneliness when there is a lack of similarity of your identity around you. As a queer woman of color and as a therapist, I understand the importance of having a space where you can be your truest self.
First off, thank you for being brave enough to take this first step in this journey! Navigating life at any age often brings challenges that are unpredictable, leaving a need of searching for belonging. I believe you deserve to feel confident in your inherent worth and that you belong—always. In the queer community, therapeutic supports are most important and vital for survival. Intersectionality can be beautiful but also lead to loneliness when there is a lack of similarity of your identity around you. As a queer woman of color and as a therapist, I understand the importance of having a space where you can be your truest self.
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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.