Black and African American Therapists in San Marcos, CA
As a creatively inspired Black, lesbian woman entrepreneur over 50 with ADHD, I aim to serve as a beacon of light for others who could benefit from empathetic, culturally relevant mental health coaching.
I welcome the opportunity to co-create with you! I am passionate about being a catalyst for positive change! My expertise includes Creatives and Women of Color in Leadership, Women over 50, LGBTQ individuals & couples, and those coping with the loss of independence due to aging and illness. I aim to support individuals navigating life with ADHD, providing a non-judgmental space as a mental health coach to explore themes of self-care and self-compassion. As a certified Trauma of Money Coach, I empower individuals to dismantle money-related shame, guilt, and self-blame while fostering clarity, joy, and abundant self-esteem.
As a creatively inspired Black, lesbian woman entrepreneur over 50 with ADHD, I aim to serve as a beacon of light for others who could benefit from empathetic, culturally relevant mental health coaching.
I welcome the opportunity to co-create with you! I am passionate about being a catalyst for positive change! My expertise includes Creatives and Women of Color in Leadership, Women over 50, LGBTQ individuals & couples, and those coping with the loss of independence due to aging and illness. I aim to support individuals navigating life with ADHD, providing a non-judgmental space as a mental health coach to explore themes of self-care and self-compassion. As a certified Trauma of Money Coach, I empower individuals to dismantle money-related shame, guilt, and self-blame while fostering clarity, joy, and abundant self-esteem.
Hello! My name is Tracey, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master's of Art in Community Counseling. During the past 11 years, I’ve worked with many populations, including abused and neglected youth, couples and families, and active duty service members and veterans. Over the years, I’ve also worked with hundreds of individuals to resolve anxiety, depression, suicidality, various forms of trauma, grief and loss, problematic sexual behavior in children and youth, domestic and family violence, and marital relationship concerns.
Hello! My name is Tracey, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master's of Art in Community Counseling. During the past 11 years, I’ve worked with many populations, including abused and neglected youth, couples and families, and active duty service members and veterans. Over the years, I’ve also worked with hundreds of individuals to resolve anxiety, depression, suicidality, various forms of trauma, grief and loss, problematic sexual behavior in children and youth, domestic and family violence, and marital relationship concerns.
Taking the step to begin therapy is a meaningful act of self-care, and I’m honored you’re considering it. I work with youth, adults, and couples, helping people find clarity, healing, and connection during times of change or challenge. My approach is warm, collaborative, and down-to-earth—I want therapy to feel like a place where you can show up exactly as you are. I focus on relationships—how we connect, communicate, and grow together. Whether you’re navigating a life transition, working through conflict, or hoping to build healthier patterns, I’ll meet you with empathy, honesty, and care.
Taking the step to begin therapy is a meaningful act of self-care, and I’m honored you’re considering it. I work with youth, adults, and couples, helping people find clarity, healing, and connection during times of change or challenge. My approach is warm, collaborative, and down-to-earth—I want therapy to feel like a place where you can show up exactly as you are. I focus on relationships—how we connect, communicate, and grow together. Whether you’re navigating a life transition, working through conflict, or hoping to build healthier patterns, I’ll meet you with empathy, honesty, and care.
Have you been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from the life you want? Many people silently carry anxiety, trauma, or deep sadness that makes daily life hard to manage. You deserve to feel heard and empowered to heal. As an experienced therapist with a background in trauma-focused care and the judicial field, I create a safe, non-judgmental space to help you process your experiences and rediscover your strengths. Together, we can build new patterns and help you move toward clarity and fulfillment.
Have you been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from the life you want? Many people silently carry anxiety, trauma, or deep sadness that makes daily life hard to manage. You deserve to feel heard and empowered to heal. As an experienced therapist with a background in trauma-focused care and the judicial field, I create a safe, non-judgmental space to help you process your experiences and rediscover your strengths. Together, we can build new patterns and help you move toward clarity and fulfillment.
Are you experiencing Hopelessness, Sadness, Worthlessness, Panic Attacks, Racing Thoughts, or Fear? Do you lay awake at night WORRYING about EVERYTHING? Are your worries or fears a constant cycle? Do you avoid interaction with loved ones, or maybe you don't want to be a burden to family or friends, so you begin isolating from everyone? Do you ever say, “I can’t take this anymore?” Do you feel alone in your problems? You are not alone, whether you're dealing with Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Issues, Health Crisis, Midlife Crisis, or just unsure how to move forward in life, assisting adults redefine life is my passion & purpose.
Are you experiencing Hopelessness, Sadness, Worthlessness, Panic Attacks, Racing Thoughts, or Fear? Do you lay awake at night WORRYING about EVERYTHING? Are your worries or fears a constant cycle? Do you avoid interaction with loved ones, or maybe you don't want to be a burden to family or friends, so you begin isolating from everyone? Do you ever say, “I can’t take this anymore?” Do you feel alone in your problems? You are not alone, whether you're dealing with Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Issues, Health Crisis, Midlife Crisis, or just unsure how to move forward in life, assisting adults redefine life is my passion & purpose.
Danielle McGonigle
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC, NCC
2 Endorsed
San Marcos, CA 92069
We are perfectly imperfect beings wholly deserving of authentic and meaningful lives. For many of us, we strive to feel heard, be seen, and accepted for who we are. Being disconnected from our truth can lead to feelings of loneliness, hopelessness, and helplessness. Through the many seasons of our lives, we are met with unforeseen challenges that impact our ability to navigate life easefully. Reaching out for help is not a sign of weakness, but rather a sign of immense strength. When we feel lost or unsure of what to do next, inviting an empathic other on our journey can be a life changing experience.
We are perfectly imperfect beings wholly deserving of authentic and meaningful lives. For many of us, we strive to feel heard, be seen, and accepted for who we are. Being disconnected from our truth can lead to feelings of loneliness, hopelessness, and helplessness. Through the many seasons of our lives, we are met with unforeseen challenges that impact our ability to navigate life easefully. Reaching out for help is not a sign of weakness, but rather a sign of immense strength. When we feel lost or unsure of what to do next, inviting an empathic other on our journey can be a life changing experience.
Hi! Dr. Roger Douglas, PsyD, LMFT 124878 here. I am a psychologist, and licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a USMC Veteran. I offer mental health services to Individual, Families, Couples and Groups using evidence-based practices. The theoretical approach I utilize will depend on your presenting problems. Some of these approaches are, Cognitive Theories, Post Modern Theories, Psychodynamic Theories, Client Centered Theories, Systems, E.M.D.R.. and more...
Hi! Dr. Roger Douglas, PsyD, LMFT 124878 here. I am a psychologist, and licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a USMC Veteran. I offer mental health services to Individual, Families, Couples and Groups using evidence-based practices. The theoretical approach I utilize will depend on your presenting problems. Some of these approaches are, Cognitive Theories, Post Modern Theories, Psychodynamic Theories, Client Centered Theories, Systems, E.M.D.R.. and more...
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Los Angeles, California. As a therapist, I am honored to support individuals, couples, and families through their therapeutic journey to achieve balance and life fulfillment using evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, and trauma-focused therapy.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Los Angeles, California. As a therapist, I am honored to support individuals, couples, and families through their therapeutic journey to achieve balance and life fulfillment using evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, and trauma-focused therapy.
Welcome, my name is Michael Garrett. I work with youth, adults, families, and couples who are challenged by everyday life stressors. As a Geek therapist, I am use the psychology of geek culture in order to better ourselves and avoid unwanted behaviors. Do you find yourself feeling extremely sad, lonely, or have difficulty getting out of bed? Do you feel so anxious that it is difficult to get through each day? Perhaps you or even someone you know is struggling with finding a balance between video games and life. If any of this sounds familiar to you, I’m here to help.
Welcome, my name is Michael Garrett. I work with youth, adults, families, and couples who are challenged by everyday life stressors. As a Geek therapist, I am use the psychology of geek culture in order to better ourselves and avoid unwanted behaviors. Do you find yourself feeling extremely sad, lonely, or have difficulty getting out of bed? Do you feel so anxious that it is difficult to get through each day? Perhaps you or even someone you know is struggling with finding a balance between video games and life. If any of this sounds familiar to you, I’m here to help.
Hi, my name is Leslie Westbrook, and I am an LMFT (127260). I am passionate about helping clients achieve their goals, and I believe I have the skills and knowledge to do just that. I'm excited to learn more about you and how I can help. My approach to providing therapy is to create a safe and nonjudgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I believe in taking an integrative approach that draws from a variety of therapeutic modalities, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered therapy, and mindfulness-based therapies.
Hi, my name is Leslie Westbrook, and I am an LMFT (127260). I am passionate about helping clients achieve their goals, and I believe I have the skills and knowledge to do just that. I'm excited to learn more about you and how I can help. My approach to providing therapy is to create a safe and nonjudgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I believe in taking an integrative approach that draws from a variety of therapeutic modalities, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered therapy, and mindfulness-based therapies.
I’m Maurice Turman, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (License No. 148509), dedicated to helping clients thrive using DBT and CBT approaches. I specialize in supporting minorities, men, couples, and families, providing a compassionate and tailored therapeutic experience. With my expertise and genuine care, I guide clients toward healing and personal growth.
I’m Maurice Turman, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (License No. 148509), dedicated to helping clients thrive using DBT and CBT approaches. I specialize in supporting minorities, men, couples, and families, providing a compassionate and tailored therapeutic experience. With my expertise and genuine care, I guide clients toward healing and personal growth.
Are you experiencing anxiety or have history of trauma? I work with individual adults struggling with anxiety, stress, trauma, shame, boundary and self-esteem issues. Offering a spiritual, sensitive, holistic, client-centered approach, I can guide those who are seeking a place of healing and stability. Focusing on your strengths we'll work together to uncover insights and unhealthy patterns to discover solutions and help identify new perspectives for building your resilience. Mental health problems don't define who you are. They are something you experience. You walk in the rain and you feel the rain, but, you are NOT the rain.
Are you experiencing anxiety or have history of trauma? I work with individual adults struggling with anxiety, stress, trauma, shame, boundary and self-esteem issues. Offering a spiritual, sensitive, holistic, client-centered approach, I can guide those who are seeking a place of healing and stability. Focusing on your strengths we'll work together to uncover insights and unhealthy patterns to discover solutions and help identify new perspectives for building your resilience. Mental health problems don't define who you are. They are something you experience. You walk in the rain and you feel the rain, but, you are NOT the rain.
I prefer to work with adults and couples who are invested in learning more about themselves and their relationships as a means to address the problems they currently experience. I view problems as opportunities for growth and see my role as helping you draw on your personal resources to become the person you wish to be. I have worked with all age groups and a wide range of problems in clinical, university, and private practice settings. Professional activities include teaching and supervising psychology graduate students and professional therapists, writing, editing, conducting workshops and presentations, and serving my profession.
I prefer to work with adults and couples who are invested in learning more about themselves and their relationships as a means to address the problems they currently experience. I view problems as opportunities for growth and see my role as helping you draw on your personal resources to become the person you wish to be. I have worked with all age groups and a wide range of problems in clinical, university, and private practice settings. Professional activities include teaching and supervising psychology graduate students and professional therapists, writing, editing, conducting workshops and presentations, and serving my profession.
Green Integrative Wellness Centers focuses on a ways to support clients on an individual, couples and families basis with an individualized approach using the skills of each provider in a way that is trauma informed. We specialize in treatment of anxiety, depression and trauma. We are open to working with children, teens and adults. We offer virtual and in person appointments.
Green Integrative Wellness Centers focuses on a ways to support clients on an individual, couples and families basis with an individualized approach using the skills of each provider in a way that is trauma informed. We specialize in treatment of anxiety, depression and trauma. We are open to working with children, teens and adults. We offer virtual and in person appointments.
Hi there! I am a warm, supportive, non-judgmental therapist that helps people with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, substance dependence, and relationshIp issues. I believe that therapy is a partnership, and it's through this connection that we are better able to understand our difficulties. Starting from my career in entertainment, I've worked with a diverse group of people. I have extensive experience working with creative, intelligent, caring, sensitive people. By working closely together, my clients build positive self-images, develop healthy relationships, and ultimately lead more harmonious, fulfilling lives.
Hi there! I am a warm, supportive, non-judgmental therapist that helps people with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, substance dependence, and relationshIp issues. I believe that therapy is a partnership, and it's through this connection that we are better able to understand our difficulties. Starting from my career in entertainment, I've worked with a diverse group of people. I have extensive experience working with creative, intelligent, caring, sensitive people. By working closely together, my clients build positive self-images, develop healthy relationships, and ultimately lead more harmonious, fulfilling lives.
Hello, I'm Servando ( AKA: El Guapo ) if you actually got that, then you know I have a sense of humor. ;-) "Do you struggle with communication, anger or abandonment and often feel powerless, alone, taken advantage of, unheard, or misunderstood?" I teach individuals to empower themselves through exploring self-efficacy by learning the barriers to communication, self-worth and exploring wholesome ways to manage communicate and adapt to personal struggles. Our feelings are ours and only ours, so why do we blame other when we experience an unpleasant feeling? (You pissed me off!)
Hello, I'm Servando ( AKA: El Guapo ) if you actually got that, then you know I have a sense of humor. ;-) "Do you struggle with communication, anger or abandonment and often feel powerless, alone, taken advantage of, unheard, or misunderstood?" I teach individuals to empower themselves through exploring self-efficacy by learning the barriers to communication, self-worth and exploring wholesome ways to manage communicate and adapt to personal struggles. Our feelings are ours and only ours, so why do we blame other when we experience an unpleasant feeling? (You pissed me off!)
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Feeling overwhelmed, stuck or unsure of how to move forward? Whether you're an adult, teen, or child, I offer a safe and supportive space to help you explore your thoughts, feelings, and challenges. Together, we can identify what’s holding you back and work toward the changes you want to see in your life.
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck or unsure of how to move forward? Whether you're an adult, teen, or child, I offer a safe and supportive space to help you explore your thoughts, feelings, and challenges. Together, we can identify what’s holding you back and work toward the changes you want to see in your life.
Welcome! As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist holding a master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, I bring over 15 years of extensive experience in the field. I firmly believe in the significance of having a compassionate listener who embraces individuals just as they are, free from any form of judgment. In my practice, I offer clients a nurturing and accepting space where they can comfortably delve into the challenges that hinder them from achieving their desired lives.
Welcome! As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist holding a master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, I bring over 15 years of extensive experience in the field. I firmly believe in the significance of having a compassionate listener who embraces individuals just as they are, free from any form of judgment. In my practice, I offer clients a nurturing and accepting space where they can comfortably delve into the challenges that hinder them from achieving their desired lives.
I am a biracial Afro-American. I have been a licensed professional clinical counselor and licensed marriage and family therapist for over a decade. I bring both my license from clinical, relational professional perspectives. I work from a trauma-focused lens to treat anxiety, depression, the stress of life transitions, divorce, grief and loss, infidelity, empty nest syndrome, racial issues, anger management/emotional regulation, work-life balance, burnout, dual diagnosis, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
I am a biracial Afro-American. I have been a licensed professional clinical counselor and licensed marriage and family therapist for over a decade. I bring both my license from clinical, relational professional perspectives. I work from a trauma-focused lens to treat anxiety, depression, the stress of life transitions, divorce, grief and loss, infidelity, empty nest syndrome, racial issues, anger management/emotional regulation, work-life balance, burnout, dual diagnosis, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
My passion is helping those I work with to improve their quality of life, increase coping/resiliency, and improve overall well-being.
My passion is helping those I work with to improve their quality of life, increase coping/resiliency, and improve overall well-being.
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Black and African American Therapists
As an African American, why might I wish to see a therapist who is African American?
African American clients may seek out African American therapists for several reasons, foremost being a sense of cultural understanding and the possibility of shared experiences. Cultural sensitivity and context on the part of the therapist may make it easier to form a therapeutic alliance and to focus on the work of therapy without the need to explain or educate a therapist on cultural matters. It may also be empowering to work with a therapist who shares one’s racial or ethnic background. It is important to note that a therapist who demonstrates cultural sensitivity can be highly effective even if they do not share a client’s background or race.
Can clients benefit from working with a therapist who shares their race or ethnicity?
Yes, having a therapist who shares a client’s race or ethnicity is often valuable, especially if it fosters a strong therapeutic alliance between the two. While training, qualifications, and experience are always important, a strong alliance between client and therapist is a major contributor to therapeutic effectiveness. An alliance is likely to be strengthened with a therapist who has an understanding of a client’s background and perhaps also shared life experiences. It should be noted that many clients form a strong bond with their therapist regardless of their race or ethnicity. This is a personal decision, and it depends on the therapist, the client, and the connection between the two.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with African American clients?
Clients can ask therapists directly about their experience working with clients of diverse backgrounds, including with African American individuals. You may wish to inquire whether a therapist has undertaken training in cultural competence broadly, and how specifically they would ensure that their approach is sensitive to the needs of African American clients. Therapy involves honesty and trust, so it’s best for clients to share concerns about their therapist’s cultural competence at the outset. And a good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals based on the concerns you articulate.
Why is it important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive?
It’s important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive because everyone comes to therapy with a unique background and set of experiences. Being aware of culture and cultural differences between people is important for understanding clients, as is coming to therapy with an open mind, recognizing that the therapist doesn’t necessarily understand everything and that the client can help guide the way.
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.