Black and African American Therapists in Pensacola, FL
Being a counselor is a great privilege! I enjoy walking with people through some of the darkest times of their lives as they move forward to reaching their goals. The environment of the client-therapist relationship is unique and powerful. Within this context, growth is contagious. It's amazing to watch people say things like "I finally know and like myself" and feel that they no longer feel "stuck" or full of confusion or regrets. In order to be engaged in this process, I believe in being genuine, caring, and straight-forward.
Being a counselor is a great privilege! I enjoy walking with people through some of the darkest times of their lives as they move forward to reaching their goals. The environment of the client-therapist relationship is unique and powerful. Within this context, growth is contagious. It's amazing to watch people say things like "I finally know and like myself" and feel that they no longer feel "stuck" or full of confusion or regrets. In order to be engaged in this process, I believe in being genuine, caring, and straight-forward.
Hey there, I am Tesia. I am a licensed clinical counselor in Florida with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping those with stress, self-esteem, anxiety, relationship issues, post-traumatic stress, and abuse. I also have experience working with family and communication-related problems. The first step in therapy is admitting that there are struggles that you need assistance with and with that; I have here to help assist you in becoming a better you.
Hey there, I am Tesia. I am a licensed clinical counselor in Florida with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping those with stress, self-esteem, anxiety, relationship issues, post-traumatic stress, and abuse. I also have experience working with family and communication-related problems. The first step in therapy is admitting that there are struggles that you need assistance with and with that; I have here to help assist you in becoming a better you.
Creatives & Artists -Introverts -IT & gamers -Low self-esteem - Caribbean cultures -People of color -Queer & poly folx -Women & Girls -Activists.
Searching for relief from the stresses of daily life? Well, you can breathe easier now. There will always be time for others, but now is your chance to "reclaim your time" and focus on building and recognizing your self-worth. In therapy, we will begin healing the hurts that left you with anxiety and self-doubt. We'll work to develop the internal voice of encouragement you need in order to stop negative thought patterns in their tracks while walking towards your light and your purpose.
Creatives & Artists -Introverts -IT & gamers -Low self-esteem - Caribbean cultures -People of color -Queer & poly folx -Women & Girls -Activists.
Searching for relief from the stresses of daily life? Well, you can breathe easier now. There will always be time for others, but now is your chance to "reclaim your time" and focus on building and recognizing your self-worth. In therapy, we will begin healing the hurts that left you with anxiety and self-doubt. We'll work to develop the internal voice of encouragement you need in order to stop negative thought patterns in their tracks while walking towards your light and your purpose.
I chose to become a therapist after experiencing a time in my life when I struggled to find a provider I could truly relate to. I understand firsthand how intimidating or even uncomfortable it can feel to take that first step toward starting therapy. But I also know how profoundly rewarding the work you do in therapy can be—it’s a courageous and transformative journey that can lead to deeper self-awareness, enhanced relationship building, and lasting growth.
I chose to become a therapist after experiencing a time in my life when I struggled to find a provider I could truly relate to. I understand firsthand how intimidating or even uncomfortable it can feel to take that first step toward starting therapy. But I also know how profoundly rewarding the work you do in therapy can be—it’s a courageous and transformative journey that can lead to deeper self-awareness, enhanced relationship building, and lasting growth.
Like war, trauma from adult and childhood abuse, hurt from church and family have left many of us just limping through life. Just because you are use to the pain, it doesn't mean you or your love ones should continue to live with the pain. I am honest and I like to see results. I also like to work with clients that are ready to be honest and put in the work to see their desired results. I primarily see adult women with trauma and couples in need of support! My office has clinicians that see individuals of all ages! I am also a Qualified Supervisor that is passionate about supporting future therapists on their journey!
Like war, trauma from adult and childhood abuse, hurt from church and family have left many of us just limping through life. Just because you are use to the pain, it doesn't mean you or your love ones should continue to live with the pain. I am honest and I like to see results. I also like to work with clients that are ready to be honest and put in the work to see their desired results. I primarily see adult women with trauma and couples in need of support! My office has clinicians that see individuals of all ages! I am also a Qualified Supervisor that is passionate about supporting future therapists on their journey!
My goal is to provide a safe, therapeutic environment, where clients can share their innermost struggles and challenges without feeling judged or criticized. Therapy is an avenue to address the challenges in life that sometimes seem unmanageable. I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship, based on genuine acceptance and unconditional positive regard, can be the pathway for change to occur. I work with individuals, adults, and teens on a variety of issues and disorders including but not limited to depression, anxiety, parenting issues, abuse, grief, trauma, low self-esteem, life cycle transitions, and substance abuse.
My goal is to provide a safe, therapeutic environment, where clients can share their innermost struggles and challenges without feeling judged or criticized. Therapy is an avenue to address the challenges in life that sometimes seem unmanageable. I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship, based on genuine acceptance and unconditional positive regard, can be the pathway for change to occur. I work with individuals, adults, and teens on a variety of issues and disorders including but not limited to depression, anxiety, parenting issues, abuse, grief, trauma, low self-esteem, life cycle transitions, and substance abuse.
I'm someone who believes in the power of feeling seen, heard, and understood. I believe that therapy should feel like a real conversation where you can breathe, think, and be real, not a clinical checklist. I believe you deserve a space where you don't have to pretend, perform, or be "put together". Therapy with me is about helping you feel safe enough to be your real, unfiltered self. Together, we'll work through what you're carrying and build tools that feel realistic and fit your real life.
I'm someone who believes in the power of feeling seen, heard, and understood. I believe that therapy should feel like a real conversation where you can breathe, think, and be real, not a clinical checklist. I believe you deserve a space where you don't have to pretend, perform, or be "put together". Therapy with me is about helping you feel safe enough to be your real, unfiltered self. Together, we'll work through what you're carrying and build tools that feel realistic and fit your real life.
Hi, my name is Claude and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My specialty is treating complex and developmental trauma and other psychological conditions, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and addiction. I received the Minority Fellowship Award from the Council of Social Work Education. I am a Neuro Affective Relational Model certified therapist and Teaching Assistant at the NARM Training Institute.
Hi, my name is Claude and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My specialty is treating complex and developmental trauma and other psychological conditions, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and addiction. I received the Minority Fellowship Award from the Council of Social Work Education. I am a Neuro Affective Relational Model certified therapist and Teaching Assistant at the NARM Training Institute.
Have you arrived at a place in life where you are have overwhelming thoughts and/or panic attacks? Are your thoughts disrupting your personal relationships, workplace,and or home life? Lets start the journey with real time strategies to support your mental wellness. Therapy is a safe support space to seek understanding and healing from underlining concerns. Let's talk about.
Have you arrived at a place in life where you are have overwhelming thoughts and/or panic attacks? Are your thoughts disrupting your personal relationships, workplace,and or home life? Lets start the journey with real time strategies to support your mental wellness. Therapy is a safe support space to seek understanding and healing from underlining concerns. Let's talk about.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Therapist with many years of experience working with diverse populations. I have worked in a variety of settings providing mental health care to individuals and families. Open and honest therapy is what I offer. No matter the issue, your feelings are of value to you and sometimes this is hard to decipher what you are dealing with on your own.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Therapist with many years of experience working with diverse populations. I have worked in a variety of settings providing mental health care to individuals and families. Open and honest therapy is what I offer. No matter the issue, your feelings are of value to you and sometimes this is hard to decipher what you are dealing with on your own.
Dr. Clinton Smith, Psy.D has effectively used clinical hypnosis for Weight Loss, Anxiety, Poor Sleep, Depression, and Smoking online since 2007. Register for a Free Screening in the comfort of home. We will PROVE you can be hypnotized before accepting you as a client. Dr. Smith has combined psychological tools & hypnotherapy since 1992.
Did you know the AMA endorsed clinical hypnosis for pain control in 1958?
Dr. Clinton Smith, Psy.D has effectively used clinical hypnosis for Weight Loss, Anxiety, Poor Sleep, Depression, and Smoking online since 2007. Register for a Free Screening in the comfort of home. We will PROVE you can be hypnotized before accepting you as a client. Dr. Smith has combined psychological tools & hypnotherapy since 1992.
Did you know the AMA endorsed clinical hypnosis for pain control in 1958?
I am committed to providing personalized and empathetic mental health care. I have extensive experience in both outpatient and inpatient treatment settings, I've worked with individuals from diverse backgrounds, guiding them through a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges.
I am committed to providing personalized and empathetic mental health care. I have extensive experience in both outpatient and inpatient treatment settings, I've worked with individuals from diverse backgrounds, guiding them through a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges.
Hello. My name is Michelle Barker, and I am licensed therapist and an international certified addiction counselor. I started my career 16 years ago working with clients battling addiction but have spent the last 8 years of experience providing Talk Therapy to individuals from a variety of different backgrounds. In my practice I use different therapeutic approaches to assist clients meet their goal but primarily I use CBT and SFT to assist my clients identify and resolve their concerns, allowing them to move on from experiences that have plagued them for years.
Hello. My name is Michelle Barker, and I am licensed therapist and an international certified addiction counselor. I started my career 16 years ago working with clients battling addiction but have spent the last 8 years of experience providing Talk Therapy to individuals from a variety of different backgrounds. In my practice I use different therapeutic approaches to assist clients meet their goal but primarily I use CBT and SFT to assist my clients identify and resolve their concerns, allowing them to move on from experiences that have plagued them for years.
"Start a new narrative" has always been my motto. I am licensed in Florida and have eight years of professional work experience. I have experience specializing in depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and couples therapy. I have guided and walked with numerous individuals, couples, families, and groups on their journeys toward healing in helping clients with stress and anxiety. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.
"Start a new narrative" has always been my motto. I am licensed in Florida and have eight years of professional work experience. I have experience specializing in depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and couples therapy. I have guided and walked with numerous individuals, couples, families, and groups on their journeys toward healing in helping clients with stress and anxiety. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.
You’re the one everyone leans on, but no one really knows how close you are to shutting down. You’re juggling old trauma, big feelings, and relationships that swing between “too close” and “too distant.” You overthink everything, freeze when it’s time to set boundaries, and then feel guilty for even having needs. You don’t want a perfect life; you just want to feel less on edge, less misunderstood, and more like yourself again.
You’re the one everyone leans on, but no one really knows how close you are to shutting down. You’re juggling old trauma, big feelings, and relationships that swing between “too close” and “too distant.” You overthink everything, freeze when it’s time to set boundaries, and then feel guilty for even having needs. You don’t want a perfect life; you just want to feel less on edge, less misunderstood, and more like yourself again.
Hello and welcome! Congratulations on taking the first step toward your healing journey — let me help you follow through.
I’m LaToya R. Walker, MSW, LCSW, a licensed psychotherapist providing remote mental health therapy in Florida and New Jersey. I provide solution-focused, trauma-informed care for individuals. My goal is to create an authentic, safe, and comfortable environment where you feel free to be yourself as we explore what brought you here. I value transparency and authenticity in the therapeutic relationship and strive to show up in a genuine and grounded way.
Hello and welcome! Congratulations on taking the first step toward your healing journey — let me help you follow through.
I’m LaToya R. Walker, MSW, LCSW, a licensed psychotherapist providing remote mental health therapy in Florida and New Jersey. I provide solution-focused, trauma-informed care for individuals. My goal is to create an authentic, safe, and comfortable environment where you feel free to be yourself as we explore what brought you here. I value transparency and authenticity in the therapeutic relationship and strive to show up in a genuine and grounded way.
I am a licensed psychotherapist with a variety of clinical experiences. I have experience in helping clients with LGBTQIA + related issues, relationship issues, substance abuse, family conflicts, & motivation, self-esteem and confidence, traumas from physical and sexual abuse, personality disorders, depression, and anxiety.
I am a licensed psychotherapist with a variety of clinical experiences. I have experience in helping clients with LGBTQIA + related issues, relationship issues, substance abuse, family conflicts, & motivation, self-esteem and confidence, traumas from physical and sexual abuse, personality disorders, depression, and anxiety.
I’m Christan Bennett, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and founder of Empowered Counseling. I created this practice to offer a space where therapy feels both supportive and practical—where you can show up as you are while gaining the tools to move forward. I specialize in working with women and individuals navigating anxiety, life transitions, and grief. Many of my clients are used to holding everything together on the outside while feeling overwhelmed or emotionally drained on the inside. I provide a space where you can slow down, feel heard, and begin to make sense of what you’re carrying—without pressure or judgment.
I’m Christan Bennett, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and founder of Empowered Counseling. I created this practice to offer a space where therapy feels both supportive and practical—where you can show up as you are while gaining the tools to move forward. I specialize in working with women and individuals navigating anxiety, life transitions, and grief. Many of my clients are used to holding everything together on the outside while feeling overwhelmed or emotionally drained on the inside. I provide a space where you can slow down, feel heard, and begin to make sense of what you’re carrying—without pressure or judgment.
I am a licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the state of Florida, with a Master’s degree from Nova Southeastern University, earned in 2019. I have a deep passion for helping individuals navigate the challenges of trauma, depression, and anxiety. My therapeutic approach is rooted in empathy and empowerment, enabling clients to rediscover their voice and confidence. I thrive on building strong, trusting relationships with those I work with, which allows for meaningful progress in their healing journeys.
I am a licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the state of Florida, with a Master’s degree from Nova Southeastern University, earned in 2019. I have a deep passion for helping individuals navigate the challenges of trauma, depression, and anxiety. My therapeutic approach is rooted in empathy and empowerment, enabling clients to rediscover their voice and confidence. I thrive on building strong, trusting relationships with those I work with, which allows for meaningful progress in their healing journeys.
Accepting New Clients! I work with women and men who look strong on paper but feel exhausted inside—carrying relationships, expectations, and everyone else’s emotions. My clients are thoughtful, self-aware, and ready to stop over-functioning. We explore identity beyond roles, untangle anxiety, parent wounds, religious trauma, and life transitions, and build emotional safety in relationships without losing yourself. Together, we unpack communication breakdowns, double standards, and self-worth. If you’re ready for honest support and accountability (with warmth and humor), I’m your therapist.
Accepting New Clients! I work with women and men who look strong on paper but feel exhausted inside—carrying relationships, expectations, and everyone else’s emotions. My clients are thoughtful, self-aware, and ready to stop over-functioning. We explore identity beyond roles, untangle anxiety, parent wounds, religious trauma, and life transitions, and build emotional safety in relationships without losing yourself. Together, we unpack communication breakdowns, double standards, and self-worth. If you’re ready for honest support and accountability (with warmth and humor), I’m your therapist.
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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.