Black and African American Therapists in Massachusetts
Oflong Mental Health Services LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
1 Endorsed
Worcester, MA 01608
Picture someone reaching out for therapy—perhaps feeling uncertain, hesitant, or emotionally drained, yet motivated to seek change. This is our ideal client: someone who has been grappling with mental health challenges that have impacted their relationships, self-esteem, and sense of purpose. They may have been living with anxiety, depression, trauma, or a combination of these for years, and are now feeling overwhelmed by the weight they carry. While they come seeking relief, they’re also looking for something deeper: to feel whole again, to rediscover their confidence, and to rebuild a meaningful sense of self-worth.
Picture someone reaching out for therapy—perhaps feeling uncertain, hesitant, or emotionally drained, yet motivated to seek change. This is our ideal client: someone who has been grappling with mental health challenges that have impacted their relationships, self-esteem, and sense of purpose. They may have been living with anxiety, depression, trauma, or a combination of these for years, and are now feeling overwhelmed by the weight they carry. While they come seeking relief, they’re also looking for something deeper: to feel whole again, to rediscover their confidence, and to rebuild a meaningful sense of self-worth.
Tristan is a bilingual (English/Spanish) therapist who works with teens, adults, and couples as they address anxiety, depression, life changes, and BIPOC-related issues. It can be tough for one to prioritize themselves in this busy world. Making the decision to attend therapy can be overwhelming and sprinkled with skepticism. How can “talking” help with anything? Previously, as a school clinician, Tristan worked with students to support them through advocacy, encouragement, and resources. Her goal with those children and all clients is to provide the tools so they can navigate tough life circumstances.
Tristan is a bilingual (English/Spanish) therapist who works with teens, adults, and couples as they address anxiety, depression, life changes, and BIPOC-related issues. It can be tough for one to prioritize themselves in this busy world. Making the decision to attend therapy can be overwhelming and sprinkled with skepticism. How can “talking” help with anything? Previously, as a school clinician, Tristan worked with students to support them through advocacy, encouragement, and resources. Her goal with those children and all clients is to provide the tools so they can navigate tough life circumstances.
Are you feeling stuck or overwhelmed trying to balance your needs with the expectations of others? Many of the clients I work with are navigating life transitions, relationship challenges, or struggles with setting healthy boundaries. They’re looking for a space where they can reconnect with themselves, feel empowered, and move toward growth — without judgment.
Are you feeling stuck or overwhelmed trying to balance your needs with the expectations of others? Many of the clients I work with are navigating life transitions, relationship challenges, or struggles with setting healthy boundaries. They’re looking for a space where they can reconnect with themselves, feel empowered, and move toward growth — without judgment.
My name is Dennis, and I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who has approximately twenty-five years of experience in the field of Social Work. I take a person-centered approach to treatment always keeping your goals at the forefront. I aim to recognize the inherent strengths within an individual as we move together throughout your healing journey. My treatment modality is Trauma Informed Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (C.B.T) and occasionally tapping into elements of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (D.B.T). My goal is to create a space that is safe, empowering, and nonjudgmental.
My name is Dennis, and I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who has approximately twenty-five years of experience in the field of Social Work. I take a person-centered approach to treatment always keeping your goals at the forefront. I aim to recognize the inherent strengths within an individual as we move together throughout your healing journey. My treatment modality is Trauma Informed Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (C.B.T) and occasionally tapping into elements of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (D.B.T). My goal is to create a space that is safe, empowering, and nonjudgmental.
Are you having a hard time motivating yourself, and figuring out who you are, or what you aspire to be? I am a compassionate and energetic clinician who appreciates the uniqueness of who you are and who can empower you to implement the change that you want to see in yourself. For many of us, finding that interconnectedness between who we are and who we want to be can be challenging. My work is to collaborate with you to identify ways of addressing the barriers that may be holding you back so that you can find the satisfaction that you want in your life.
Are you having a hard time motivating yourself, and figuring out who you are, or what you aspire to be? I am a compassionate and energetic clinician who appreciates the uniqueness of who you are and who can empower you to implement the change that you want to see in yourself. For many of us, finding that interconnectedness between who we are and who we want to be can be challenging. My work is to collaborate with you to identify ways of addressing the barriers that may be holding you back so that you can find the satisfaction that you want in your life.
You did it! You are here. Take a deep breath... Now, let's talk. So you are here for yourself because you are hoping to get to a healthier you and experience healthier thoughts. You feel stuck. Maybe you are here for your child in hopes that you will find someone who can help them feel better and teach them skills so they can do better at school, home, and/or with friends. Maybe you are a clinician seeking supervision services. Whatever it is, I am glad that you are here and I look forward to hearing all about your why and supporting you.
You did it! You are here. Take a deep breath... Now, let's talk. So you are here for yourself because you are hoping to get to a healthier you and experience healthier thoughts. You feel stuck. Maybe you are here for your child in hopes that you will find someone who can help them feel better and teach them skills so they can do better at school, home, and/or with friends. Maybe you are a clinician seeking supervision services. Whatever it is, I am glad that you are here and I look forward to hearing all about your why and supporting you.
Are you going through tough times in your life and need an experienced and patient therapist to talk to? Do you feel like you might benefit from some skills training, cognitive reframing and coaching to help you cope with your worries, stress, and disappointments? Let’s work together then!
Are you going through tough times in your life and need an experienced and patient therapist to talk to? Do you feel like you might benefit from some skills training, cognitive reframing and coaching to help you cope with your worries, stress, and disappointments? Let’s work together then!
My ideal client is navigating challenges like anxiety, depression, trauma, or major life changes. They are seeking a safe, compassionate space to explore how past experiences shape their present struggles. Their goals include building resilience, fostering emotional growth, and developing healthy coping skills. They want to feel understood and empowered to create meaningful changes. Together, we uncover strengths, address challenges, and build a path toward healing and fulfillment.
My ideal client is navigating challenges like anxiety, depression, trauma, or major life changes. They are seeking a safe, compassionate space to explore how past experiences shape their present struggles. Their goals include building resilience, fostering emotional growth, and developing healthy coping skills. They want to feel understood and empowered to create meaningful changes. Together, we uncover strengths, address challenges, and build a path toward healing and fulfillment.
Dr. DeBarros-Jensen works with adults providing psychotherapy that integrates different approaches. Her areas of interest include: Anxiety, depression, trauma, marginalization stress, identity development, self-compassion, and interpersonal issues. Dr. DeBarros-Jensen also has extensive Health Psychology training, helping people with chronic pain, challenges with medication management, and terminal illness.
Dr. DeBarros-Jensen works with adults providing psychotherapy that integrates different approaches. Her areas of interest include: Anxiety, depression, trauma, marginalization stress, identity development, self-compassion, and interpersonal issues. Dr. DeBarros-Jensen also has extensive Health Psychology training, helping people with chronic pain, challenges with medication management, and terminal illness.
Are you someone who knows "what" you want but often gets stuck when it comes to taking action? You’re not alone. Fear to launch is a struggle for many people. You clearly envision your goals such as making a significant life change, but the “how” of getting there feels difficult to attain. That’s where I come in. I specialize in helping individuals who have a clear idea of what they want but struggle with starting the process. Struggles may include building better habits, navigating a major transition, grieving a bad breakup or addressing long-standing issues. My role is to work alongside you on this journey by providing guidance.
Are you someone who knows "what" you want but often gets stuck when it comes to taking action? You’re not alone. Fear to launch is a struggle for many people. You clearly envision your goals such as making a significant life change, but the “how” of getting there feels difficult to attain. That’s where I come in. I specialize in helping individuals who have a clear idea of what they want but struggle with starting the process. Struggles may include building better habits, navigating a major transition, grieving a bad breakup or addressing long-standing issues. My role is to work alongside you on this journey by providing guidance.
When you’re struggling, it can be difficult to feel comfortable around others, show compassion for yourself, or let your guard down. Healing can feel impossible and it can be hard to see your own gifts. My goal as a therapist is to collaborate with you to recover those gifts. I use a relational psychodynamic lens to help explore the connection between how you currently move through the world and how you learned how to make sense of the world. I also use somatic therapies like EMDR and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy to help bring attention to the way the body stores emotions and experiences and release patterns that no longer serve you.
When you’re struggling, it can be difficult to feel comfortable around others, show compassion for yourself, or let your guard down. Healing can feel impossible and it can be hard to see your own gifts. My goal as a therapist is to collaborate with you to recover those gifts. I use a relational psychodynamic lens to help explore the connection between how you currently move through the world and how you learned how to make sense of the world. I also use somatic therapies like EMDR and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy to help bring attention to the way the body stores emotions and experiences and release patterns that no longer serve you.
I believe in the power of human connection and the potential for growth that exists within each of us. It can be difficult to take the first step towards therapy, but all that’s needed to begin is showing up. Together, we can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences, creating a safe space where you can learn skills and tools to help you increase your present awareness. Whether you're facing challenges like anxiety, depression, racism, or trauma; navigating life transitions; or seeking personal growth, we'll work together to create a treatment plan that feels right for you.
I believe in the power of human connection and the potential for growth that exists within each of us. It can be difficult to take the first step towards therapy, but all that’s needed to begin is showing up. Together, we can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences, creating a safe space where you can learn skills and tools to help you increase your present awareness. Whether you're facing challenges like anxiety, depression, racism, or trauma; navigating life transitions; or seeking personal growth, we'll work together to create a treatment plan that feels right for you.
Have you felt like you've had goals and haven't been able to follow through? Wanted to change something but no matter what you try it's difficult to understand why you make the decisions you?
Have you felt like you've had goals and haven't been able to follow through? Wanted to change something but no matter what you try it's difficult to understand why you make the decisions you?
My ideal client is open and receptive to change, willing to address the past, and ready to heal forward. They are persistent and committed to understanding healing as a journey. They are looking for support and guidance in a safe, trusting space that will allow them to learn how to live a more fulfilling life.
My ideal client is open and receptive to change, willing to address the past, and ready to heal forward. They are persistent and committed to understanding healing as a journey. They are looking for support and guidance in a safe, trusting space that will allow them to learn how to live a more fulfilling life.
Lisa has a passion for issues around race, equity, justice, community wellness and mental health. With 25 years’ experience in the human service field, Lisa has devoted her time to supporting BIPOC youth and families through clinical counseling and raising awareness to important race and justice issues, around race and policing, in Boston’s urban communities. Lisa received her Master of Science Degree in Criminal Justice in 1997 and Clinical Counseling Psychology in 2017 from Northeastern University where she also works as the Director of Community Engagement for the Institute on Race and Justice.
Lisa has a passion for issues around race, equity, justice, community wellness and mental health. With 25 years’ experience in the human service field, Lisa has devoted her time to supporting BIPOC youth and families through clinical counseling and raising awareness to important race and justice issues, around race and policing, in Boston’s urban communities. Lisa received her Master of Science Degree in Criminal Justice in 1997 and Clinical Counseling Psychology in 2017 from Northeastern University where she also works as the Director of Community Engagement for the Institute on Race and Justice.
Jean Clarke-Mitchell, PhD, Psychotherapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LICSW
Pittsfield, MA 01202
Waitlist for new clients
Thank you for choosing my profile. I am a multicultural, multiethnic, psychotherapist practicing Psychodynamic, DBT, CBT, and other forms of evidence-based therapy. My main focus is your care. I can provide you with compassionate and effective care, which will help to increase your sense of trust and safety. You will receive the benefits of my years of experience treating individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, and addictions in an environment that fosters motivation and progress. I love working with all types of people and I look forward to assisting you in your journey to well-being, good health, and contentment in life.
Thank you for choosing my profile. I am a multicultural, multiethnic, psychotherapist practicing Psychodynamic, DBT, CBT, and other forms of evidence-based therapy. My main focus is your care. I can provide you with compassionate and effective care, which will help to increase your sense of trust and safety. You will receive the benefits of my years of experience treating individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, and addictions in an environment that fosters motivation and progress. I love working with all types of people and I look forward to assisting you in your journey to well-being, good health, and contentment in life.
Hi, my name is Lisa! I am a proud member of Trust Therapeutics, LLC, dedicated to offering my support to a diverse range of individuals, including young adults, professionals, the Latino/a community, and individuals from all backgrounds, including LGBTQ+ and those with disabilities. Life presents us with numerous challenges, and seeking support can make a world of difference. With over a decade of experience in helping families and at-risk children in various settings, I offer evidence-based therapeutic solutions.
Hi, my name is Lisa! I am a proud member of Trust Therapeutics, LLC, dedicated to offering my support to a diverse range of individuals, including young adults, professionals, the Latino/a community, and individuals from all backgrounds, including LGBTQ+ and those with disabilities. Life presents us with numerous challenges, and seeking support can make a world of difference. With over a decade of experience in helping families and at-risk children in various settings, I offer evidence-based therapeutic solutions.
Do you hate being touched by your partner? Do you feel misunderstood and now you are worried that your partner is starting to resent you? Ever since that awful event, do you feel distant or disconnected because you can’t get disturbing images out of your head? These are common reactions to awful or overwhelming experiences. The good news is that they can improve with the right support. I help young and not-so-young adults learn the skills they need to turn down the volume on overwhelming emotions and reconnect with their loved ones.
Do you hate being touched by your partner? Do you feel misunderstood and now you are worried that your partner is starting to resent you? Ever since that awful event, do you feel distant or disconnected because you can’t get disturbing images out of your head? These are common reactions to awful or overwhelming experiences. The good news is that they can improve with the right support. I help young and not-so-young adults learn the skills they need to turn down the volume on overwhelming emotions and reconnect with their loved ones.
You made it here! You understand that change takes time, yet you desire a change and are feeling lost in what that process may look like. I empower clients to clear a path through patience and solution-focused therapy aimed at lasting change. As a clinician, I bring a calm, intuitive, non-judgmental, and strength-based approach to the treatment space. My practice focuses on anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship stressors, identity development, and life exploration.
You made it here! You understand that change takes time, yet you desire a change and are feeling lost in what that process may look like. I empower clients to clear a path through patience and solution-focused therapy aimed at lasting change. As a clinician, I bring a calm, intuitive, non-judgmental, and strength-based approach to the treatment space. My practice focuses on anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship stressors, identity development, and life exploration.
I have over 20 years of experience working in community mental health clinics in Boston, providing therapy to children, adolescents, adults, seniors, couples and families. My clients face a variety of challenges including: depression, anxiety, anger management, attention deficit, compulsive gambling, domestic violence, gay/lesbian issues, grief/bereavement, obsessive compulsive disorders, personality disorders, phobias, PTSD and psychotic/schizophrenic disorders. My approach to therapy involves partnering with each client and understanding their unique perspective. I then consider a variety of theoretical applications including interpersonal, cognitive/behavioral, solution focused, object relations, RET, breif short term, and psychodynamic to best support the goals of each client.
I have over 20 years of experience working in community mental health clinics in Boston, providing therapy to children, adolescents, adults, seniors, couples and families. My clients face a variety of challenges including: depression, anxiety, anger management, attention deficit, compulsive gambling, domestic violence, gay/lesbian issues, grief/bereavement, obsessive compulsive disorders, personality disorders, phobias, PTSD and psychotic/schizophrenic disorders. My approach to therapy involves partnering with each client and understanding their unique perspective. I then consider a variety of theoretical applications including interpersonal, cognitive/behavioral, solution focused, object relations, RET, breif short term, and psychodynamic to best support the goals of each client.
