Black and African American Therapists in Tampa, FL
Life’s challenges can often take a toll on our emotional well-being, which can show up different areas of your life. Life transitions, whether it's forming and maintaining healthy relationships, exploring your own identity, or dealing with the impact of past experiences, can be overwhelming. Whether you're grappling with conflict in your relationships, going through a breakup or divorce, or simply seeking to improve your communication skills, I am here to support you. We'll also explore ways to bolster your emotional resilience, empowering you to better navigate life’s natural growing pains.
Life’s challenges can often take a toll on our emotional well-being, which can show up different areas of your life. Life transitions, whether it's forming and maintaining healthy relationships, exploring your own identity, or dealing with the impact of past experiences, can be overwhelming. Whether you're grappling with conflict in your relationships, going through a breakup or divorce, or simply seeking to improve your communication skills, I am here to support you. We'll also explore ways to bolster your emotional resilience, empowering you to better navigate life’s natural growing pains.
My primary goal is to help my clients find better ways to fulfill their needs. This is accomplished by evaluating maladaptive behaviors, making plans for change; and working towards healthy goals. As a therapist I provide person-centered cognitive behavioral therapy which focuses on helping my clients make better choices so they can live a quality life complete with well-connected relationships.
My primary goal is to help my clients find better ways to fulfill their needs. This is accomplished by evaluating maladaptive behaviors, making plans for change; and working towards healthy goals. As a therapist I provide person-centered cognitive behavioral therapy which focuses on helping my clients make better choices so they can live a quality life complete with well-connected relationships.
As a high performer, you know the mask you wear to hide the internal tension building inside. Wearing it drove you to success and a powerful capacity to care for others, but you know something is off. Relationships feel distant, social interactions are draining, and your mental and physical health are in decline. The most isolating part? No one else can tell. Success shouldn’t feel this lonely.
As a high performer, you know the mask you wear to hide the internal tension building inside. Wearing it drove you to success and a powerful capacity to care for others, but you know something is off. Relationships feel distant, social interactions are draining, and your mental and physical health are in decline. The most isolating part? No one else can tell. Success shouldn’t feel this lonely.
Self-Permission Therapy, LLC
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MHC
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Self-Permission Therapy does things differently! What is on offer is counseling of a person-centered nature. This means that therapy could be simpler, warmer, and more optimistic if you were encouraged to focus on your current understanding of things rather than on some unconscious motive or someone else's interpretation of the situation. This places emphasis on your current perception and how you live in the here-and-now, and that's where the work begins!
Self-Permission Therapy does things differently! What is on offer is counseling of a person-centered nature. This means that therapy could be simpler, warmer, and more optimistic if you were encouraged to focus on your current understanding of things rather than on some unconscious motive or someone else's interpretation of the situation. This places emphasis on your current perception and how you live in the here-and-now, and that's where the work begins!
Unprocessed traumatic events result in overwhelming emotions causing distress and impairment to both your personal and professional life. I assist individuals in reprocessing negative core beliefs i.e., (“I'm damaged; I cannot succeed”) proven to decrease anger, anxiety & depression. I assist couples in identifying the problematic root cause of emotional distance by utilizing proven strategies that increase emotional intimacy, decrease criticism, contempt, and defensiveness. In a safe, nonjudgmental environment, I equip both individuals and couples with the proper skillset needed to get unstuck and enjoy thriving life.
Unprocessed traumatic events result in overwhelming emotions causing distress and impairment to both your personal and professional life. I assist individuals in reprocessing negative core beliefs i.e., (“I'm damaged; I cannot succeed”) proven to decrease anger, anxiety & depression. I assist couples in identifying the problematic root cause of emotional distance by utilizing proven strategies that increase emotional intimacy, decrease criticism, contempt, and defensiveness. In a safe, nonjudgmental environment, I equip both individuals and couples with the proper skillset needed to get unstuck and enjoy thriving life.
Every relationship leaves an imprint. The quality of our relationships shapes nearly every part of our lives, including the relationship we have with ourselves. Whether you're recovering from a breakup, struggling with family dynamics, navigating friendship challenges, or feeling stuck in unhealthy relationship patterns, therapy can help you heal and rebuild trust in yourself and others. My practice focuses on helping adults understand their attachment style, heal relational wounds, strengthen emotional connections, and create relationships that feel secure, authentic, and supportive.
Every relationship leaves an imprint. The quality of our relationships shapes nearly every part of our lives, including the relationship we have with ourselves. Whether you're recovering from a breakup, struggling with family dynamics, navigating friendship challenges, or feeling stuck in unhealthy relationship patterns, therapy can help you heal and rebuild trust in yourself and others. My practice focuses on helping adults understand their attachment style, heal relational wounds, strengthen emotional connections, and create relationships that feel secure, authentic, and supportive.
Do you feel like you’re holding everything together on the outside while feeling overwhelmed on the inside? I help young adults navigate anxiety, burnout, stress, self-esteem challenges, relationship concerns, and major life transitions. Together, we’ll create a supportive, judgment-free space where you can gain practical tools, build confidence, set healthier boundaries, and reconnect with yourself. Using evidence-based approaches like CBT and mindfulness, my goal is to help you move from simply surviving to truly thriving.
Do you feel like you’re holding everything together on the outside while feeling overwhelmed on the inside? I help young adults navigate anxiety, burnout, stress, self-esteem challenges, relationship concerns, and major life transitions. Together, we’ll create a supportive, judgment-free space where you can gain practical tools, build confidence, set healthier boundaries, and reconnect with yourself. Using evidence-based approaches like CBT and mindfulness, my goal is to help you move from simply surviving to truly thriving.
Qualified Supervisor in Florida. Feeling overwhelmed, depressed, isolated? I am an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker, well-versed in evidence based practice to bring you peace. I am confident that my knowledge base and clinical skills will provide positive reinforcements along with balanced structural life lessons that would ultimately allow clients the ability to achieve growth, while gaining tools of dependability, accountability and commitment.
Qualified Supervisor in Florida. Feeling overwhelmed, depressed, isolated? I am an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker, well-versed in evidence based practice to bring you peace. I am confident that my knowledge base and clinical skills will provide positive reinforcements along with balanced structural life lessons that would ultimately allow clients the ability to achieve growth, while gaining tools of dependability, accountability and commitment.
Have you been striving for personal fulfillment and spiritual growth but are still missing something? Perhaps you've been grappling with self-doubt, fear, and uncertainty despite your efforts to overcome challenges. Do you crave deeper understanding, a safe space to explore your emotions, and the strength of shared experiences? Your goals may include building inner peace, cultivating self-love, and deepening your connection with God, but you recognize that you could benefit from additional support. Or, imagine joining a group where others, like you, are ready to do the inner work and embrace the fullness of who they are.
Have you been striving for personal fulfillment and spiritual growth but are still missing something? Perhaps you've been grappling with self-doubt, fear, and uncertainty despite your efforts to overcome challenges. Do you crave deeper understanding, a safe space to explore your emotions, and the strength of shared experiences? Your goals may include building inner peace, cultivating self-love, and deepening your connection with God, but you recognize that you could benefit from additional support. Or, imagine joining a group where others, like you, are ready to do the inner work and embrace the fullness of who they are.
Life can feel overwhelming while navigating stress, relationship challenges, or questions
about intimacy and identity. My ideal client is seeking clarity, heating, and the confidence
to show up authentically. You want a safe, judgment-free space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings and take meaningful steps toward growth and connection.
Life can feel overwhelming while navigating stress, relationship challenges, or questions
about intimacy and identity. My ideal client is seeking clarity, heating, and the confidence
to show up authentically. You want a safe, judgment-free space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings and take meaningful steps toward growth and connection.
A native New Yorker, raised under Caribbean influence, I have 16+ years of clinical experience working with teens, adults, & families across cultures and across the lifespan.
Client's struggling with depression, anxiety, traumatic stress, life transitions, interpersonal effectiveness, generational trauma, stress, grief, self-esteem, self worth, motivation, anger, and/or coping with physical/chronic health concerns can expect evidence based culturally competent, collaborative and compassionate care in my practice.
A native New Yorker, raised under Caribbean influence, I have 16+ years of clinical experience working with teens, adults, & families across cultures and across the lifespan.
Client's struggling with depression, anxiety, traumatic stress, life transitions, interpersonal effectiveness, generational trauma, stress, grief, self-esteem, self worth, motivation, anger, and/or coping with physical/chronic health concerns can expect evidence based culturally competent, collaborative and compassionate care in my practice.
Taking the step to search for a therapist can be overwhelming. Life can sometimes feel like a labyrinth, feeling as if you’re stuck in a dark forest, alone. We can travel through the forest together, finding clarity along the way. With all the obstacles that can be in the way such as depression, anxiety, trauma, anger, grief, divorce, parenting, substance use, developmental disorder, etc., we will work together to relieve the pressure to “fix” the broken path and build a new path for you to follow. With multidisciplinary clinicians, we provide high quality care to empower you to being present no matter what you are facing.
Taking the step to search for a therapist can be overwhelming. Life can sometimes feel like a labyrinth, feeling as if you’re stuck in a dark forest, alone. We can travel through the forest together, finding clarity along the way. With all the obstacles that can be in the way such as depression, anxiety, trauma, anger, grief, divorce, parenting, substance use, developmental disorder, etc., we will work together to relieve the pressure to “fix” the broken path and build a new path for you to follow. With multidisciplinary clinicians, we provide high quality care to empower you to being present no matter what you are facing.
If you've ever felt like life was unmanageable, you're not sure if you like yourself, you feel like giving up, or you feel stuck; I want to help you shift your perspective, find peace in the chaos, look at yourself in a new light, and restore your sense of hope. I'm not here to tell you I can fix what you're going through, but I will make sure you don't have to fight it alone.
If you've ever felt like life was unmanageable, you're not sure if you like yourself, you feel like giving up, or you feel stuck; I want to help you shift your perspective, find peace in the chaos, look at yourself in a new light, and restore your sense of hope. I'm not here to tell you I can fix what you're going through, but I will make sure you don't have to fight it alone.
You've spent years being capable, reliable, and strong for everyone around you, and you're tired. Maybe anxiety feels like your baseline, or burnout has become your normal. You look fine on the outside, but inside there's a younger part of you that's still carrying so much. I work with high-achieving adults — professionals, leaders, and entrepreneurs — to gently explore the roots of perfectionism, people-pleasing, and chronic exhaustion. This isn't just about coping better. It's about coming home to yourself.
You've spent years being capable, reliable, and strong for everyone around you, and you're tired. Maybe anxiety feels like your baseline, or burnout has become your normal. You look fine on the outside, but inside there's a younger part of you that's still carrying so much. I work with high-achieving adults — professionals, leaders, and entrepreneurs — to gently explore the roots of perfectionism, people-pleasing, and chronic exhaustion. This isn't just about coping better. It's about coming home to yourself.
Hello and welcome to Zen Counseling & Consulting Services. I’m Courtney. Have you been to other supposed “LGBT friendly” therapists and felt like they could not relate? Are you stuck in a perpetual cycle of depression and anxiety? Or maybe you are using drugs and/or alcohol to cope with life’s many stressors? Whatever the reason, I’m here to help. You may be asking, “is therapy right for me?” Absolutely! Therapy is a great self-care tool.
Hello and welcome to Zen Counseling & Consulting Services. I’m Courtney. Have you been to other supposed “LGBT friendly” therapists and felt like they could not relate? Are you stuck in a perpetual cycle of depression and anxiety? Or maybe you are using drugs and/or alcohol to cope with life’s many stressors? Whatever the reason, I’m here to help. You may be asking, “is therapy right for me?” Absolutely! Therapy is a great self-care tool.
Hello and thank you for exploring my page! I work with college students, early career individuals, and adults experiencing struggles related to new life chapters. For example, transitioning from high school to college, navigating non-traditional education pursuits, tackling the job market, or moving into parenthood. I am committed to providing a safe and supportive space for my clients to explore feelings associated with life changes such as stress, anxiety, overwhelm, panic, and “feeling stuck” or indecisive.
Hello and thank you for exploring my page! I work with college students, early career individuals, and adults experiencing struggles related to new life chapters. For example, transitioning from high school to college, navigating non-traditional education pursuits, tackling the job market, or moving into parenthood. I am committed to providing a safe and supportive space for my clients to explore feelings associated with life changes such as stress, anxiety, overwhelm, panic, and “feeling stuck” or indecisive.
Welcome! My name is Charita Cheever and I aim to work with our wonderful BIPOC community. If this is your first time participating in therapy or if you are returning to your process, you’re in the right place. In the first session, we will explore your needs and how you may get the most out of your experience. With goal setting, clients are provided a chance to become active participants in their therapy process, which promotes increased confidence and ways to measure progress.
Welcome! My name is Charita Cheever and I aim to work with our wonderful BIPOC community. If this is your first time participating in therapy or if you are returning to your process, you’re in the right place. In the first session, we will explore your needs and how you may get the most out of your experience. With goal setting, clients are provided a chance to become active participants in their therapy process, which promotes increased confidence and ways to measure progress.
Our families, past relationships, and trauma events impact who we are as people, whether we like it or not. There is great freedom in breaking generational curses and creating a healthier relationship for yourself, the people you love and generation to follow. I can’t fix whatever you are going through but will make sure you don’t have to fight it alone. I specialize in working with people who deal with addiction, substance abuse, anger issues, depression, self-esteem, family conflict, men’s issues, etc. I am motivated to see you become the person you desire to be.
Our families, past relationships, and trauma events impact who we are as people, whether we like it or not. There is great freedom in breaking generational curses and creating a healthier relationship for yourself, the people you love and generation to follow. I can’t fix whatever you are going through but will make sure you don’t have to fight it alone. I specialize in working with people who deal with addiction, substance abuse, anger issues, depression, self-esteem, family conflict, men’s issues, etc. I am motivated to see you become the person you desire to be.
Hi there! I specialize in somatic and emotions-focused therapy. I work in helping those heal through anxiety, shame, emotional dysregulation, relational challenges and past trauma. I work with those who feel overwhelmed by their emotions or feel lost in their pain from their traumatic experiences. My clients typically feel ready to care for their mental health but have no idea where to start, or maybe have tried traditional talk therapy in the past but are still feeling stuck. I believe all humans are wired to heal, and my job is to help you access this part, and support you as we navigate the emotional pain together.
Hi there! I specialize in somatic and emotions-focused therapy. I work in helping those heal through anxiety, shame, emotional dysregulation, relational challenges and past trauma. I work with those who feel overwhelmed by their emotions or feel lost in their pain from their traumatic experiences. My clients typically feel ready to care for their mental health but have no idea where to start, or maybe have tried traditional talk therapy in the past but are still feeling stuck. I believe all humans are wired to heal, and my job is to help you access this part, and support you as we navigate the emotional pain together.
I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist passionate about helping adults navigate anxiety, emotional overwhelm, overthinking, relationship stress, and life transitions. I’ve worked in diverse clinical settings with individuals from many different backgrounds, which has helped me develop a flexible, down-to-earth approach to therapy that meets people where they are. I believe therapy should feel supportive, real, and collaborative — not intimidating or overly clinical.
I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist passionate about helping adults navigate anxiety, emotional overwhelm, overthinking, relationship stress, and life transitions. I’ve worked in diverse clinical settings with individuals from many different backgrounds, which has helped me develop a flexible, down-to-earth approach to therapy that meets people where they are. I believe therapy should feel supportive, real, and collaborative — not intimidating or overly clinical.
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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.