Black and African American Therapists in Plantsville, CT
Hi, I’m Shawniel Chamanlal, Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I work with adults who have spent much of their lives being the strong ones, responsible, capable, and often carrying more than their share. You may be someone others rely on, who shows up and gets things done, yet rarely has the space to slow down, rest, or be fully supported. Over time, this way of living can take a toll. Stress, self-doubt, emotional exhaustion, difficulty setting boundaries, or a lingering sense of not feeling “enough” often stem from earlier experiences in which you learned to adapt, push through, or put others before yourself.
Hi, I’m Shawniel Chamanlal, Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I work with adults who have spent much of their lives being the strong ones, responsible, capable, and often carrying more than their share. You may be someone others rely on, who shows up and gets things done, yet rarely has the space to slow down, rest, or be fully supported. Over time, this way of living can take a toll. Stress, self-doubt, emotional exhaustion, difficulty setting boundaries, or a lingering sense of not feeling “enough” often stem from earlier experiences in which you learned to adapt, push through, or put others before yourself.
You’ve built a life that looks stable, even successful from the outside. You show up for others, manage responsibilities, and keep going, yet internally something feels unsettled. You may be navigating a relationship shift, career change, or evolving identity, and questioning what fulfillment truly means in this season of your life. As a licensed clinical social worker, I support women through life transitions who want to feel more grounded, emotionally regulated, and move forward with greater clarity and confidence.
You’ve built a life that looks stable, even successful from the outside. You show up for others, manage responsibilities, and keep going, yet internally something feels unsettled. You may be navigating a relationship shift, career change, or evolving identity, and questioning what fulfillment truly means in this season of your life. As a licensed clinical social worker, I support women through life transitions who want to feel more grounded, emotionally regulated, and move forward with greater clarity and confidence.
You may be the one others rely on, "the strong one" who shows up for everyone else, but carrying everything alone can become exhausting. I work with adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, and life transitions who are ready to better understand their experiences and develop healthier ways to cope and move forward.
You may be the one others rely on, "the strong one" who shows up for everyone else, but carrying everything alone can become exhausting. I work with adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, and life transitions who are ready to better understand their experiences and develop healthier ways to cope and move forward.
As a therapist that specializes in maternal mental health, I am passionate about supporting you through your various life transitions. My approach centers on working with you to identify your areas of need, with the goal of helping you develop the skills you are looking for in order to blossom into your best self. Through a person-centered, strengths-based approach I am here to help you enhance the strengths you may already have but not be utilizing to your fullest potential. I offer a nurturing, non-judgmental space for expecting and new parents as you navigate the perinatal and postpartum stage.
As a therapist that specializes in maternal mental health, I am passionate about supporting you through your various life transitions. My approach centers on working with you to identify your areas of need, with the goal of helping you develop the skills you are looking for in order to blossom into your best self. Through a person-centered, strengths-based approach I am here to help you enhance the strengths you may already have but not be utilizing to your fullest potential. I offer a nurturing, non-judgmental space for expecting and new parents as you navigate the perinatal and postpartum stage.
Healing Springs Wellness Center, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Plantsville, CT 06479
Hello, I’m Shawniel Chamanlal, Founder and CEO of Healing Springs Wellness Center. Our team of therapists and holistic wellness professionals are dedicated to helping individuals heal, reconnect with themselves, and create more meaningful and fulfilling lives. We provide a safe, culturally affirming, and non-judgmental space where you can work through anxiety, trauma, life transitions, relationship challenges, and emotional overwhelm. We believe healing happens when people feel seen, supported, and empowered. Our approach integrates evidence-based therapy with whole-person wellness.
Hello, I’m Shawniel Chamanlal, Founder and CEO of Healing Springs Wellness Center. Our team of therapists and holistic wellness professionals are dedicated to helping individuals heal, reconnect with themselves, and create more meaningful and fulfilling lives. We provide a safe, culturally affirming, and non-judgmental space where you can work through anxiety, trauma, life transitions, relationship challenges, and emotional overwhelm. We believe healing happens when people feel seen, supported, and empowered. Our approach integrates evidence-based therapy with whole-person wellness.
Hello, I'm Alexandria Blaurock, Licensed Professional Counselor. I help individuals deal with the pressures of life, find emotional healing, and learn to become their most authentic and confident selves. I am passionate about helping individuals shed the expectations of who they “should be” and understand the importance of vulnerability and emotional well-being. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, trauma, and sports performance issues.
Hello, I'm Alexandria Blaurock, Licensed Professional Counselor. I help individuals deal with the pressures of life, find emotional healing, and learn to become their most authentic and confident selves. I am passionate about helping individuals shed the expectations of who they “should be” and understand the importance of vulnerability and emotional well-being. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, trauma, and sports performance issues.
I specialize in relationship issues, cultural issues, the black male experience, performance anxiety, substance abuse, stress management, and trauma recovery.
My professional experience includes working with a diverse population from children and adolescents dealing with behavioral issues, individuals in recovery, and couples experiencing relationship challenges. My approach is solution focused, compassionate, and direct.
I specialize in relationship issues, cultural issues, the black male experience, performance anxiety, substance abuse, stress management, and trauma recovery.
My professional experience includes working with a diverse population from children and adolescents dealing with behavioral issues, individuals in recovery, and couples experiencing relationship challenges. My approach is solution focused, compassionate, and direct.
Peaceful Mind Behavioral Health & Wellness LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LADC, LMFT, LCSW
Plantsville, CT 06479
At Peaceful Mind Behavioral Health & Wellness, we believe that seeking support is a sign of strength. Life can feel overwhelming at times, whether you are navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, trauma, life transitions, parenting stress, or simply feeling stuck. You do not have to work through it alone.
Our practice offers a team of compassionate, highly trained clinicians who provide therapy to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. We understand that every person’s story is unique, which is why we focus on individualized treatment tailored to your specific goals, needs, and strengths.
At Peaceful Mind Behavioral Health & Wellness, we believe that seeking support is a sign of strength. Life can feel overwhelming at times, whether you are navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, trauma, life transitions, parenting stress, or simply feeling stuck. You do not have to work through it alone.
Our practice offers a team of compassionate, highly trained clinicians who provide therapy to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. We understand that every person’s story is unique, which is why we focus on individualized treatment tailored to your specific goals, needs, and strengths.
Life can be our toughest teacher, and day-to-day challenges can leave us feeling defeated or stuck in negative thinking patterns. Starting therapy is a huge step, so let's find a plan to “Grow Through What You Go Through.” Healing rests on the trust and support of the therapeutic relationship, and I will be there to help you navigate through your problems and find a solution that is fit just for you!
Life can be our toughest teacher, and day-to-day challenges can leave us feeling defeated or stuck in negative thinking patterns. Starting therapy is a huge step, so let's find a plan to “Grow Through What You Go Through.” Healing rests on the trust and support of the therapeutic relationship, and I will be there to help you navigate through your problems and find a solution that is fit just for you!
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My approach to therapy is to understand and create a strong therapeutic relationship that will support and strengthen my clients in every aspect of their life. I have experience working with children and families with complex concerns, in different areas of their lives. These concerns include trauma, depression, ADHD/ADD, martial/parent child relationship issues, grief/loss, substance use , and mood disorders as well as self harming behaviors.
My approach to therapy is to understand and create a strong therapeutic relationship that will support and strengthen my clients in every aspect of their life. I have experience working with children and families with complex concerns, in different areas of their lives. These concerns include trauma, depression, ADHD/ADD, martial/parent child relationship issues, grief/loss, substance use , and mood disorders as well as self harming behaviors.
My ideal client is someone who feels overwhelmed, exhausted, or stuck in a cycle they’re ready to change. They may be navigating addiction, recovery, trauma, anxiety, or a major life transition. Many are women who have spent years caring for others and are now seeking space to heal themselves. They want relief from emotional pain, practical tools to cope, and a safe, judgment-free space to feel understood. Their goal is healing, stability, and a renewed sense of purpose.
My ideal client is someone who feels overwhelmed, exhausted, or stuck in a cycle they’re ready to change. They may be navigating addiction, recovery, trauma, anxiety, or a major life transition. Many are women who have spent years caring for others and are now seeking space to heal themselves. They want relief from emotional pain, practical tools to cope, and a safe, judgment-free space to feel understood. Their goal is healing, stability, and a renewed sense of purpose.
Welcome to a transformative journey towards emotional well-being and healthier relationships. I’m Kim Perkins, a dedicated psychotherapist specializing in couples therapy, anxiety, depression and PTSD. With 20 years of experience, I offer a compassionate and evidenced-based approach to help individuals and couples navigate through life’s challenges. Take the first step towards positive change today. Your well-being is my priority, and I look forward to assisting you on your path to a brighter tomorrow.
Welcome to a transformative journey towards emotional well-being and healthier relationships. I’m Kim Perkins, a dedicated psychotherapist specializing in couples therapy, anxiety, depression and PTSD. With 20 years of experience, I offer a compassionate and evidenced-based approach to help individuals and couples navigate through life’s challenges. Take the first step towards positive change today. Your well-being is my priority, and I look forward to assisting you on your path to a brighter tomorrow.
If you’re exhausted from holding it together, I get that.
I’m Tiff. I work with people carrying trauma, grief, anxiety, or major life transitions. My approach is trauma-informed, relational, and paced with care, using EMDR and somatic work. Therapy with me is honest, collaborative, and grounded in safety and respect.
If you’re exhausted from holding it together, I get that.
I’m Tiff. I work with people carrying trauma, grief, anxiety, or major life transitions. My approach is trauma-informed, relational, and paced with care, using EMDR and somatic work. Therapy with me is honest, collaborative, and grounded in safety and respect.
•Accepting new clients•
Welcome,
Are you feeling overwhelmed or weighed down by worry feelings or thoughts, sadness, or unresolved experiences from your past? Life transitions, whether in relationships, school, career, or parenting can be challenging to navigate alone. If you're struggling to adjust or simply need support along the way, you're not alone, and help is available.
•Accepting new clients•
Welcome,
Are you feeling overwhelmed or weighed down by worry feelings or thoughts, sadness, or unresolved experiences from your past? Life transitions, whether in relationships, school, career, or parenting can be challenging to navigate alone. If you're struggling to adjust or simply need support along the way, you're not alone, and help is available.
Life brings challenges we don’t always expect—and during those moments, having someone to support you can make all the difference. Change is one of the few constants we can count on, but that doesn’t make it easy. At times, it can feel overwhelming and take a real toll on your mental health and overall well-being.
You don’t have to navigate it alone.
If you’re looking for support, ready to explore solutions, or hoping to connect with a therapist who understands, I would love to support you.
Life brings challenges we don’t always expect—and during those moments, having someone to support you can make all the difference. Change is one of the few constants we can count on, but that doesn’t make it easy. At times, it can feel overwhelming and take a real toll on your mental health and overall well-being.
You don’t have to navigate it alone.
If you’re looking for support, ready to explore solutions, or hoping to connect with a therapist who understands, I would love to support you.
One Accord Wellness Center LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CIMHP, EMDR
1 Endorsed
New Haven, CT 06515
NOW Accepting New Clients- At One Accord Wellness Center LLC., I understand that everyone's pathway to wholeness is unique, and therefore, requires special and individualized care. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Certified Integrative Mental Health Provider (CIMHP) with advanced training in EMDR, I truly believe that strengthening the mind-body connection is a fundamental aspect of healing. I treat with the understanding that with appropriate care, the mind, much like the body, has the capacity to heal itself.
NOW Accepting New Clients- At One Accord Wellness Center LLC., I understand that everyone's pathway to wholeness is unique, and therefore, requires special and individualized care. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Certified Integrative Mental Health Provider (CIMHP) with advanced training in EMDR, I truly believe that strengthening the mind-body connection is a fundamental aspect of healing. I treat with the understanding that with appropriate care, the mind, much like the body, has the capacity to heal itself.
I'm Tiffany Howell, a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals and families. I’m truly excited to be a part of the Held Center for Healing in West Hartford, where I specialize in guiding clients through life’s complex challenges, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, stress management, and relationship dynamics. It’s my privilege to provide a supportive and compassionate space to help you on your journey toward healing and growth.I provide a warm, compassionate, and non-judgmental environment where you can truly feel heard, understood, and supported.
I'm Tiffany Howell, a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals and families. I’m truly excited to be a part of the Held Center for Healing in West Hartford, where I specialize in guiding clients through life’s complex challenges, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, stress management, and relationship dynamics. It’s my privilege to provide a supportive and compassionate space to help you on your journey toward healing and growth.I provide a warm, compassionate, and non-judgmental environment where you can truly feel heard, understood, and supported.
Are you in need of deep inner healing? We are eager to partner with you on your healing journey! We offer support with addressing depression, anxiety, childhood wounds, trauma, stress, family conflict, relationship stressors, life coaching, etc. We will work with you to enhance your relaxation/coping skills, stress management skills, self esteem, communication skills, life skills, self awareness, social skills, behaviors, etc. We want you to experience the fullness of what your life has in store for you!
Are you in need of deep inner healing? We are eager to partner with you on your healing journey! We offer support with addressing depression, anxiety, childhood wounds, trauma, stress, family conflict, relationship stressors, life coaching, etc. We will work with you to enhance your relaxation/coping skills, stress management skills, self esteem, communication skills, life skills, self awareness, social skills, behaviors, etc. We want you to experience the fullness of what your life has in store for you!
I primarily serve client's from underrepresented communities such as Black, Latino/x, Multi-racial, and more.
I have spent the last 8 years supporting teens and young adults. I have over a decade of experience working in public school systems with diverse populations. I use a culturally responsive and strengths-based approach. I offer consultation and school collaboration for any client with an individualized education plan (IEP) or 504 accommodation plan.
I primarily serve client's from underrepresented communities such as Black, Latino/x, Multi-racial, and more.
I have spent the last 8 years supporting teens and young adults. I have over a decade of experience working in public school systems with diverse populations. I use a culturally responsive and strengths-based approach. I offer consultation and school collaboration for any client with an individualized education plan (IEP) or 504 accommodation plan.
Our role at SG Wellness is to create a space for Black, Latinx and People of Color to begin exploring patterns and work towards change.
Maybe it's been two months or two years, but life has not been easy. Whether it's your personal life, work life, familial, platonic, or romantic relationships. You may have begun to feel overwhelmed,annoyed, stressed, lonely and even depressed. You compare yourself to others and wonder why your life is not a reflection of the work you've put into it or how you imagined it would be..
Our role at SG Wellness is to create a space for Black, Latinx and People of Color to begin exploring patterns and work towards change.
Maybe it's been two months or two years, but life has not been easy. Whether it's your personal life, work life, familial, platonic, or romantic relationships. You may have begun to feel overwhelmed,annoyed, stressed, lonely and even depressed. You compare yourself to others and wonder why your life is not a reflection of the work you've put into it or how you imagined it would be..
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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.