Black and African American Therapists in Rancho Cordova, CA
Life has a way of asking more of us than we feel prepared to give, and rarely does anyone hand us a guidebook for navigating life’s most difficult moments.
Whether you’re a child learning to express big emotions, a teenager navigating life’s pressures, or an adult facing relationship challenges, family conflict, or unexpected transitions, you deserve a space where you don’t have to have it all together.
Although many people begin therapy during difficult seasons of life, it can also be a place to slow down, reflect, and invest in your well-being.
Life has a way of asking more of us than we feel prepared to give, and rarely does anyone hand us a guidebook for navigating life’s most difficult moments.
Whether you’re a child learning to express big emotions, a teenager navigating life’s pressures, or an adult facing relationship challenges, family conflict, or unexpected transitions, you deserve a space where you don’t have to have it all together.
Although many people begin therapy during difficult seasons of life, it can also be a place to slow down, reflect, and invest in your well-being.
Hi! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy (LMFT) based in California. I received my Masters from the Grand Canyon University and have been practicing for 3 years. I believe I was born to help others and with my life experience and understanding my purpose lead me to being a therapist. I enjoyed helping young teens, adults struggling with career stress and burnout become the best versions of themselves. I focused on addiction, couples, marriage and improving family structure.
Hi! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy (LMFT) based in California. I received my Masters from the Grand Canyon University and have been practicing for 3 years. I believe I was born to help others and with my life experience and understanding my purpose lead me to being a therapist. I enjoyed helping young teens, adults struggling with career stress and burnout become the best versions of themselves. I focused on addiction, couples, marriage and improving family structure.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with individuals and families. Thank you for being here. My approach is compassion and emotional safety first, and I am here to listen and support you on your journey. I have had the privilege of serving children, teenagers, and adults in various settings throughout my career, and I believe that my client-centered approach can connect with people from many walks of life.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with individuals and families. Thank you for being here. My approach is compassion and emotional safety first, and I am here to listen and support you on your journey. I have had the privilege of serving children, teenagers, and adults in various settings throughout my career, and I believe that my client-centered approach can connect with people from many walks of life.
Hello. My name is Shawntae Wright, LCSW. I use an integrative approach to therapy utilizing CBT, Psychodynamic Therapy and DBT skills to create a customized treatment plan that is tailored to the individual, couple, or family's goals. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, families, children and adolescents. It's a privilege to support individuals in treating their depression, anxiety, trauma and relationship challenges.
Hello. My name is Shawntae Wright, LCSW. I use an integrative approach to therapy utilizing CBT, Psychodynamic Therapy and DBT skills to create a customized treatment plan that is tailored to the individual, couple, or family's goals. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, families, children and adolescents. It's a privilege to support individuals in treating their depression, anxiety, trauma and relationship challenges.
Blessings! I'm here to support and guide you as you reconnect with your innate wisdom. My client-centered approach weaves together traditional talk therapy with somatic attachment and mindfulness practices to deepen your understanding of self and create context for your lived experience. My approach is rooted in empathy and collaboration, adapting to each client's unique needs and experiences. Together, we will identify the challenges you face and develop effective strategies to regulate your emotions and behaviors.
Blessings! I'm here to support and guide you as you reconnect with your innate wisdom. My client-centered approach weaves together traditional talk therapy with somatic attachment and mindfulness practices to deepen your understanding of self and create context for your lived experience. My approach is rooted in empathy and collaboration, adapting to each client's unique needs and experiences. Together, we will identify the challenges you face and develop effective strategies to regulate your emotions and behaviors.
Living life means dealing with challenging times. The good thing is that you don't have to face these challenging times alone. Everyone can use a supportive ear from time to time. Together we can cultivate a better tomorrow utilizing skills and techniques learned through therapy. Managing emotions is a skill just like learning to read or knowing how to do math. You just have to start by taking the first step. Sometimes the smallest steps in the right direction end up being the biggest steps of your life.
Living life means dealing with challenging times. The good thing is that you don't have to face these challenging times alone. Everyone can use a supportive ear from time to time. Together we can cultivate a better tomorrow utilizing skills and techniques learned through therapy. Managing emotions is a skill just like learning to read or knowing how to do math. You just have to start by taking the first step. Sometimes the smallest steps in the right direction end up being the biggest steps of your life.
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The way in which a person cultivates their sense of self, self-esteem, and relationships with others, can be extremely important in their path to wellness. My goal is to meet every client where they are in their journey to mental health and wellness, which means we start where you are and not where I think you should be. I believe that everyone has the capacity to become their best selves and that my work is to provide a safe, helpful, and non-judgmental, environment for those who I am working with.
The way in which a person cultivates their sense of self, self-esteem, and relationships with others, can be extremely important in their path to wellness. My goal is to meet every client where they are in their journey to mental health and wellness, which means we start where you are and not where I think you should be. I believe that everyone has the capacity to become their best selves and that my work is to provide a safe, helpful, and non-judgmental, environment for those who I am working with.
Does it feel like your mind never slows down, leaving you overwhelmed and unsure how to move forward? Many of my clients come to therapy feeling weighed down by anxiety, relationship struggles, or long-standing emotional pain. You may feel stuck in cycles of overthinking, exhaustion, or low motivation, and wonder why things feel so difficult right now. What you’re really looking for is clarity, understanding, and a place where you can finally sort through what’s been building inside. Therapy can offer the support and perspective needed to begin healing and moving toward a more balanced, fulfilling life.
Does it feel like your mind never slows down, leaving you overwhelmed and unsure how to move forward? Many of my clients come to therapy feeling weighed down by anxiety, relationship struggles, or long-standing emotional pain. You may feel stuck in cycles of overthinking, exhaustion, or low motivation, and wonder why things feel so difficult right now. What you’re really looking for is clarity, understanding, and a place where you can finally sort through what’s been building inside. Therapy can offer the support and perspective needed to begin healing and moving toward a more balanced, fulfilling life.
Life can be incredibly challenging full of unexpected shifts, identity questions, relationship strain, and moments where you wonder if you're really okay. I get it, not just as a therapist, but as a human who's also had to navigate stress, personal change, and emotional overwhelm. Those experiences have shaped how I show up in this work with empathy, honesty, and a deep respect for your process. I am passionate about helping adults, teens, and families work through life challenges and changes.
Life can be incredibly challenging full of unexpected shifts, identity questions, relationship strain, and moments where you wonder if you're really okay. I get it, not just as a therapist, but as a human who's also had to navigate stress, personal change, and emotional overwhelm. Those experiences have shaped how I show up in this work with empathy, honesty, and a deep respect for your process. I am passionate about helping adults, teens, and families work through life challenges and changes.
I am deeply committed to providing culturally responsive, liberation‑focused care for Black, Latine/a/x, Indigenous, Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI), and other People of Color, as well as LGBTQIA+ communities.
I offer trauma‑informed therapy for adults, specializing in perinatal and postpartum mental health, reproductive and birth trauma, racial stress, and identity transitions. I provide online individual therapy, practical coping skills, and collaborative, equity‑centered care to help you feel steadier and more empowered.
I am deeply committed to providing culturally responsive, liberation‑focused care for Black, Latine/a/x, Indigenous, Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI), and other People of Color, as well as LGBTQIA+ communities.
I offer trauma‑informed therapy for adults, specializing in perinatal and postpartum mental health, reproductive and birth trauma, racial stress, and identity transitions. I provide online individual therapy, practical coping skills, and collaborative, equity‑centered care to help you feel steadier and more empowered.
I think we can all agree...life can be tough...but so are you! You have survived all of your worst days. Are you looking to take a leap you've been too afraid to make? Are you feeling the stress and pressure from work, school, home or all of the above? Do you have things you want to say out loud to the world, but haven't quite found your voice? Many people go through life pretending to be okay, but I hope to provide a space that helps you feel comfortable enough to share when you aren't.
I think we can all agree...life can be tough...but so are you! You have survived all of your worst days. Are you looking to take a leap you've been too afraid to make? Are you feeling the stress and pressure from work, school, home or all of the above? Do you have things you want to say out loud to the world, but haven't quite found your voice? Many people go through life pretending to be okay, but I hope to provide a space that helps you feel comfortable enough to share when you aren't.
At Counseling Col:lab, we've reimagined therapy as a collaborative journey toward holistic healing. Since 2018, our diverse group of therapists has united to provide inclusive and culturally responsive counseling in Sacramento and online in California. We offer innovative mental health treatment that honors the unique identities of our clients and aim to cultivate therapeutic relationships that provide safety for our clients to grow, flourish & thrive. Through our strengths-based, de-stigmatizing approach tailored to each client's goals, we strive to make a positive impact on interpersonal, work, school, and community realtionships.
At Counseling Col:lab, we've reimagined therapy as a collaborative journey toward holistic healing. Since 2018, our diverse group of therapists has united to provide inclusive and culturally responsive counseling in Sacramento and online in California. We offer innovative mental health treatment that honors the unique identities of our clients and aim to cultivate therapeutic relationships that provide safety for our clients to grow, flourish & thrive. Through our strengths-based, de-stigmatizing approach tailored to each client's goals, we strive to make a positive impact on interpersonal, work, school, and community realtionships.
Do you feel stuck or disconnected from yourself, like you're just not "you" anymore, or you're not sure who you are now. Maybe you are in an abusive relationship, just left one, or have undergone a traumatic event or major life transition. You need help rediscovering and reconnecting with yourself. Anxiety and depression have taken the forefront in your life and you want a way back to feeling like yourself and reaching your goals. You want to feel calm, find more peace within yourself, and reclaim your life.
Do you feel stuck or disconnected from yourself, like you're just not "you" anymore, or you're not sure who you are now. Maybe you are in an abusive relationship, just left one, or have undergone a traumatic event or major life transition. You need help rediscovering and reconnecting with yourself. Anxiety and depression have taken the forefront in your life and you want a way back to feeling like yourself and reaching your goals. You want to feel calm, find more peace within yourself, and reclaim your life.
I/My practice is grounded in the belief that we all have a deep desire and fundamental need to connect—with ourselves and with others. My practice melds my lived experience as a southern-raised, first-gen West Indian, queer womxn with an evidence-based approach that's warm, collaborative, nonjudgmental, humorous and directive. Using a culturally attuned, trauma/somatic/relational focus, we’ll explore barriers to authentic living and connecting deeply with yourself, your partner(s), the world. We’ll collaboratively curate a transformative healing process that allows you to experience: connection—healing—liberation.
I/My practice is grounded in the belief that we all have a deep desire and fundamental need to connect—with ourselves and with others. My practice melds my lived experience as a southern-raised, first-gen West Indian, queer womxn with an evidence-based approach that's warm, collaborative, nonjudgmental, humorous and directive. Using a culturally attuned, trauma/somatic/relational focus, we’ll explore barriers to authentic living and connecting deeply with yourself, your partner(s), the world. We’ll collaboratively curate a transformative healing process that allows you to experience: connection—healing—liberation.
NOTICE: I will be out of the office August 20-30, 2026 and look forward to responding to inquiries on Monday, August 31, 2026.
I am passionate about walking alongside women who are navigating anxiety, grief, trauma, low self-esteem, motivation challenges, and other life transitions. I have a heart for supporting women of color, creating a safe and affirming space for healing and growth. If it aligns with your preferences, I integrate evidence-based practices with a biblical perspective to support restoration, resilience, and hope.
NOTICE: I will be out of the office August 20-30, 2026 and look forward to responding to inquiries on Monday, August 31, 2026.
I am passionate about walking alongside women who are navigating anxiety, grief, trauma, low self-esteem, motivation challenges, and other life transitions. I have a heart for supporting women of color, creating a safe and affirming space for healing and growth. If it aligns with your preferences, I integrate evidence-based practices with a biblical perspective to support restoration, resilience, and hope.
I am a licensed therapist who can guide you in the process of becoming the person you’ve always wanted to be. I use listening skills, humor, and reflective/challenging questions to help you discover the changes you can make to improve your life. I provide the support you need not only to make these changes, but to recognize, maintain, and celebrate the progress you achieve over time. Together, we will develop realistic goals and find the solutions that can make a difference to your well-being.
I am a licensed therapist who can guide you in the process of becoming the person you’ve always wanted to be. I use listening skills, humor, and reflective/challenging questions to help you discover the changes you can make to improve your life. I provide the support you need not only to make these changes, but to recognize, maintain, and celebrate the progress you achieve over time. Together, we will develop realistic goals and find the solutions that can make a difference to your well-being.
Welcome to Rekindled Connections Therapy! I focus on assisting individuals from diverse backgrounds. My goal is to establish a safe and supportive environment where you can rekindle connections—to yourself, to others, and to the world around you. Through compassionate therapy sessions tailored to your unique needs, we'll explore the roots of your challenges and work together to cultivate resilience, self-awareness, and meaningful connections. Let's work together to unlock your inner strength and nurture a lifestyle of empowerment and fulfillment.
Welcome to Rekindled Connections Therapy! I focus on assisting individuals from diverse backgrounds. My goal is to establish a safe and supportive environment where you can rekindle connections—to yourself, to others, and to the world around you. Through compassionate therapy sessions tailored to your unique needs, we'll explore the roots of your challenges and work together to cultivate resilience, self-awareness, and meaningful connections. Let's work together to unlock your inner strength and nurture a lifestyle of empowerment and fulfillment.
I work exclusively with women who are ready to heal from complex trauma, abandonment, abuse, grief, addiction, and major life setbacks that have led to anxiety or depression.
My clients are often strong, capable women who have survived difficult experiences but feel stuck in painful patterns, relationship struggles, shame, or spiritual disconnection. They are tired of simply coping and are ready for freedom from the weight of their past, healthier relationships, and restored identity.
I work exclusively with women who are ready to heal from complex trauma, abandonment, abuse, grief, addiction, and major life setbacks that have led to anxiety or depression.
My clients are often strong, capable women who have survived difficult experiences but feel stuck in painful patterns, relationship struggles, shame, or spiritual disconnection. They are tired of simply coping and are ready for freedom from the weight of their past, healthier relationships, and restored identity.
Specializing in adult and teen therapy and assessments for neurodivergent folks. I have 18 years of experience in mental health care, and a lifetime of lived experience as a person from communities underserved by the mental health professions. I support and empower people with a range of concerns like adjusting to life transitions, relationship challenges, exploring identity (i.e., race, sexuality, gender), trauma, grief, and navigating the world as a neurodivergent person. I build strong rapport with clients, including those with negative past therapy experiences or are new to therapy. My clients feel truly seen and heard by me.
Specializing in adult and teen therapy and assessments for neurodivergent folks. I have 18 years of experience in mental health care, and a lifetime of lived experience as a person from communities underserved by the mental health professions. I support and empower people with a range of concerns like adjusting to life transitions, relationship challenges, exploring identity (i.e., race, sexuality, gender), trauma, grief, and navigating the world as a neurodivergent person. I build strong rapport with clients, including those with negative past therapy experiences or are new to therapy. My clients feel truly seen and heard by me.
Are you suffering from depression and anxiety? Are you attempting to maintain a sense of normalcy while under stress? Are you dealing from trauma from life circumstances that you have not been able to process? I offer treatment to Adults, Couples, and Teens to create an individualized treatment plan based on your needs.
Are you suffering from depression and anxiety? Are you attempting to maintain a sense of normalcy while under stress? Are you dealing from trauma from life circumstances that you have not been able to process? I offer treatment to Adults, Couples, and Teens to create an individualized treatment plan based on your needs.
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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.