Jameela Muhammad - The Melanated Therapist

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC

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Jameela Muhammad - The Melanated Therapist

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC (she, her)

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Available both in-person and online

Tacoma, WA 98408

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I'm Jameela Muhammad, founder of The Melanated Therapist. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, or carrying the weight of things that were never yours to hold, you’re not alone. I created this practice for people like you who are ready to heal from generational wounds, life transitions, and everyday stress that too often goes unspoken, especially in minority communities. I work with adolescents and adults navigating trauma, relationships, and identity, and I aim to make therapy feel like a real, grounded conversation because healing doesn’t have to be clinical to be powerful.

In our work together, I draw from a range of approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), psychodynamic therapy, and mindfulness-based practices. This allows me to adapt our sessions to meet your unique needs whether that’s building emotional regulation, increasing self-awareness, or developing concrete coping.

Together, we’ll build self-love, compassion, and practical tools to move through life with clarity and confidence. My goal is to hold a space where you feel seen, supported, and empowered to break cycles and step into who you truly are.

Call or Email Jameela Muhammad - The Melanated Therapist now for a free 15 minute consultation - (253) 367-3866

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Melanated Therapist

Tacoma, WA 98408

(253) 367-3866

Mindful Therapy Group

950 Broadway

Tacoma, WA 98402 map

Website

I offer telehealth therapy sessions. I am contracted with Mindful Therapy Group for insurance billing and offer private pay options as well.

I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Relationship Issues

$120 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and groups

Let's Connect (253) 367-3866

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Melanated Therapist

Tacoma, WA 98408

(253) 367-3866

Mindful Therapy Group

950 Broadway

Tacoma, WA 98402 map

Website

I offer telehealth therapy sessions. I am contracted with Mindful Therapy Group for insurance billing and offer private pay options as well.

I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Relationship Issues

$120 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and groups

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $120
Couple Sessions $170
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa

Insurance

Aetna
Cigna and Evernorth
Kaiser (Out-of-Network)
Premera Blue Cross
Regence
UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH

Accepting Insurance through Mindful Therapy Group. Aetna, Cigna, Kiaser WA, Kaiser Northwest, Regence, PacificSource, and United accepted.

Jameela Muhammad - The Melanated Therapist

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (253) 367-3866

Accepting Insurance through Mindful Therapy Group. Aetna, Cigna, Kiaser WA, Kaiser Northwest, Regence, PacificSource, and United accepted.

Jameela Muhammad - The Melanated Therapist

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (253) 367-3866

Qualifications

Clinical Social Work/Therapist: Jameela Muhammad

Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of Washington / SC61425927 Supervised by Sarah Matthews (Washington / LW60890354) Jameela Muhammad

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 3 years

Attended University of Washington, Masters in Social Work, Graduated 2023

Additional Credentials

Membership with NASW 886890625 / 2022

Degree/Diploma from Seattle Central College Bachelors of Applied Behavioral Science / 2014

I have over 15 years of experience helping children, individuals and families in crisis. My background has been in human services, behavioral science, social work, and child and family development.

Jameela Muhammad - The Melanated Therapist

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (253) 367-3866

I have over 15 years of experience helping children, individuals and families in crisis. My background has been in human services, behavioral science, social work, and child and family development.

Jameela Muhammad - The Melanated Therapist

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (253) 367-3866

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Relationship Issues

Expertise

Anger Management
Behavioral Issues
Body Image
Career Counseling
Child
Codependency
Coping Skills
Domestic Abuse
Domestic Violence
Family Conflict
Life Coaching
Life Transitions
Parenting
Peer Relationships
School Issues
Self Esteem
Stress
Substance Use
Suicidal Ideation
Women's Issues

I work with clients who may struggle with anxiety and depression related to relationships or family. During initial sessions, we will delve deeply into issues at hand and collaborate to create a plan for addressing them in a way that helps you get your life back. Most of my clients see gradual improvement in symptoms within the first month and sustained improvement thereafter.

Jameela Muhammad - The Melanated Therapist

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (253) 367-3866

Jameela Muhammad - The Melanated Therapist

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (253) 367-3866

2 Endorsements

Soaring Reign Counseling, PLLC

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC

I was fortunate to work with Jameela and admired the level of dedication that Jameela showed in the work that we did together. Jameela truly cares about people and it shows in the work that has been accomplished over the years.

Charlsie Spalding

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW

Jameela is a very warm, talented, and multifaceted clinician. She is dedicated to meeting her clients where they are and tailoring their care to their unique needs. Definitely reach out to her if you're looking for a real, grounded person to talk to.

Client Focus

Age

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Parent ,

Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American

Age

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Parent ,

Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Coaching
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Culturally Sensitive
Emotionally Focused
Family Systems
Integrative
Interpersonal
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Motivational Interviewing
Multicultural
Narrative
Person-Centered
Strength-Based
Trauma Focused

I often use a relationship based modality with CBT skills that allows us to learn each other and build open based communication skills. In your first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and decide what is the most appropriate ways to help you make progress in your goals. We will look at how your thoughts affect your emotions and experiences and challenge beliefs to change feelings.

Jameela Muhammad - The Melanated Therapist

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (253) 367-3866

Jameela Muhammad - The Melanated Therapist

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (253) 367-3866

Groups

Unapologetically HER

Hosted by

Jameela Muhammad

Unapologetically HER is a therapeutic group for up to 10 young women between the ages 12-15 years. The group focuses on emotional awareness, healthy communication, boundaries, confidence, and navigating relationships as they transition into womanhood. The goal is to help participants build self-respect, resilience, and the skills needed to advocate for themselves in school, friendships, family, and romantic relationships. Group will be held Sundays starting July 12, at 12:00pm via Telehealth.

Expertise

Peer Relationships

Women's Issues

Types of Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Age

Teen

Session Cost

$40+

Group Meets

Every Sun 12 P.M. - 1:30 P.M.

Location

Tacoma, WA 98408

Email Jameela Muhammad about this group or call - (253) 367-3866

Location

Primary Location

Melanated Therapist

Tacoma, WA 98408

(253) 367-3866

Email Us

Website

Additional Location

Mindful Therapy Group

950 Broadway

Tacoma, WA 98402

(253) 367-3866

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

I offer telehealth therapy sessions. I am contracted with Mindful Therapy Group for insurance billing and offer private pay options as well.

Jameela Muhammad - The Melanated Therapist

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC

Call for a free consultation now - (253) 367-3866

I offer telehealth therapy sessions. I am contracted with Mindful Therapy Group for insurance billing and offer private pay options as well.

Jameela Muhammad - The Melanated Therapist

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC

Call for a free consultation now - (253) 367-3866

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