Black and African American Therapists in Eldersburg, MD
Kesta Medoit - Christian Counselor And Trauma Therapist
Counselor, MS, LGPC, NCC, CCTCP
Verified Verified
Online Only
If you have unresolved trauma or issues from a previous relationship, childhood, or friendships that are causing you to mistrust others and even questioning your faith, you might benefit from trauma-informed therapy to help resolve these issues. I'm a Board-Certified Counselor and Certified Christian Trauma Specialist passionate about assisting people break free from the negative cycles preventing them from living an optimal life. I lean on evidence-based therapeutic approaches to guide my clients in managing their life stressors or symptoms more effectively to help enhance their quality of life.
If you have unresolved trauma or issues from a previous relationship, childhood, or friendships that are causing you to mistrust others and even questioning your faith, you might benefit from trauma-informed therapy to help resolve these issues. I'm a Board-Certified Counselor and Certified Christian Trauma Specialist passionate about assisting people break free from the negative cycles preventing them from living an optimal life. I lean on evidence-based therapeutic approaches to guide my clients in managing their life stressors or symptoms more effectively to help enhance their quality of life.
An ideal client is someone who is a good fit for my services, who I enjoy working with, and who is likely to benefit from therapy. They generally share my values, beliefs, and goals and feel comfortable working with me.
An ideal client is someone who is a good fit for my services, who I enjoy working with, and who is likely to benefit from therapy. They generally share my values, beliefs, and goals and feel comfortable working with me.
My ideal client would be someone either navigating life stressors, anxiety, or depression. My client is someone hoping to reconnect with their strengths as well as create a better balance in their life. My client could potentially be experiencing trauma or issues with attachment concerns and relationships. My client expresses their goals of needing to manage emotions better, find balance within their routine, and build more confidence, which is helpful for communication of desires/ interests. The client wants to accomplish these goals for the first time or as a result of transition/trauma.
My ideal client would be someone either navigating life stressors, anxiety, or depression. My client is someone hoping to reconnect with their strengths as well as create a better balance in their life. My client could potentially be experiencing trauma or issues with attachment concerns and relationships. My client expresses their goals of needing to manage emotions better, find balance within their routine, and build more confidence, which is helpful for communication of desires/ interests. The client wants to accomplish these goals for the first time or as a result of transition/trauma.
My ideal client is someone pursuing personal improvement and willing to challenge themselves through self-discovery. This client identifies that they have tried to accomplish their goals independently and has accepted that they need help. They are willing to receive this help and acknowledge their path to better communication, self-prioritization, and self-awareness is on the other side of difficult choices and necessary changes.
My ideal client is someone pursuing personal improvement and willing to challenge themselves through self-discovery. This client identifies that they have tried to accomplish their goals independently and has accepted that they need help. They are willing to receive this help and acknowledge their path to better communication, self-prioritization, and self-awareness is on the other side of difficult choices and necessary changes.
Are you suffering from symptoms of depression, ADHD, anxiety, bipolar, autism spectrum, OCD, and/or PTSD? I'm here to help facilitate your healing process and provide a safe space to voice your deepest concerns freely. Our goal is to significantly improve your self-concept, increase a positive outlook on life, and, most importantly, feel like your best self.
Are you suffering from symptoms of depression, ADHD, anxiety, bipolar, autism spectrum, OCD, and/or PTSD? I'm here to help facilitate your healing process and provide a safe space to voice your deepest concerns freely. Our goal is to significantly improve your self-concept, increase a positive outlook on life, and, most importantly, feel like your best self.
I am a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC) with years of experience working with teens, couples, and adults who are struggling with anxiety, anger issues, parenting difficulties, depression, chronic stress, relationship issues, and pregnancy-related concerns. My ideal client is motivated to learn more about themselves, open to self-reflection, willing to engage in the therapeutic process, and committed to making positive changes in their lives. Additionally, they are motivated to work on their issues, have good communication skills, and are willing to be honest and vulnerable in the therapeutic relationship.
I am a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC) with years of experience working with teens, couples, and adults who are struggling with anxiety, anger issues, parenting difficulties, depression, chronic stress, relationship issues, and pregnancy-related concerns. My ideal client is motivated to learn more about themselves, open to self-reflection, willing to engage in the therapeutic process, and committed to making positive changes in their lives. Additionally, they are motivated to work on their issues, have good communication skills, and are willing to be honest and vulnerable in the therapeutic relationship.
Carroll Counseling Centers (Severna Park & Towson)
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Life today is difficult with all the demands placed on us by our family, work and our own need to achieve. Add to this the emotional stress of family conflict, divorce, defiant children, an illness or death in the family, and you begin to understand why more and more people are seeking the help of mental health professionals.
Life today is difficult with all the demands placed on us by our family, work and our own need to achieve. Add to this the emotional stress of family conflict, divorce, defiant children, an illness or death in the family, and you begin to understand why more and more people are seeking the help of mental health professionals.
My ideal client would be a mom or wife, an individual who does not have any coping skills and blames themselves for things that are out of their control, such as anxiety, depression, unstable mood, low self-esteem, lack of confidence, lack of motivation, & no insight in their situation. Their needs would be support, empathy, understanding, and active listening. They have goals to work on themselves, improve communication skills, increase coping skills, and alleviate anxiety and depressive symptoms. The client would want to change and work on themselves to become better and stronger individuals for themselves & their families.
My ideal client would be a mom or wife, an individual who does not have any coping skills and blames themselves for things that are out of their control, such as anxiety, depression, unstable mood, low self-esteem, lack of confidence, lack of motivation, & no insight in their situation. Their needs would be support, empathy, understanding, and active listening. They have goals to work on themselves, improve communication skills, increase coping skills, and alleviate anxiety and depressive symptoms. The client would want to change and work on themselves to become better and stronger individuals for themselves & their families.
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I address the unique needs of the African-American community.
I specialize in helping individuals who are facing complex situations to build resilience. I empower them to pursue their life goals, and to navigate adverse life events such as the death of a loved one, or having lost a job, a home or a relationship. You can change the course of your life and I am here to support you. During the COVID-19 pandemic, I am providing telehealth services to clients. I am here to support you and your family during this difficult time.
I address the unique needs of the African-American community.
I specialize in helping individuals who are facing complex situations to build resilience. I empower them to pursue their life goals, and to navigate adverse life events such as the death of a loved one, or having lost a job, a home or a relationship. You can change the course of your life and I am here to support you. During the COVID-19 pandemic, I am providing telehealth services to clients. I am here to support you and your family during this difficult time.
Ashley L Roberson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Online Only
I'm Ashley Roberson, a Black female therapist dedicated to supporting Black, Brown, and LGBTQ+ individuals on their journey toward healing & fulfillment
Therapeutic Approach: Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), & Motivational Interviewing Mindfulness Practices. These evidence-based methods allow me to tailor your treatment plan to your specific needs, promoting long-term positive change. Offering telehealth services in MD, D.C., TX, & SC.
I'm Ashley Roberson, a Black female therapist dedicated to supporting Black, Brown, and LGBTQ+ individuals on their journey toward healing & fulfillment
Therapeutic Approach: Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), & Motivational Interviewing Mindfulness Practices. These evidence-based methods allow me to tailor your treatment plan to your specific needs, promoting long-term positive change. Offering telehealth services in MD, D.C., TX, & SC.
Dr. Kenya A. Ford
Psychological Associate, PsyD
Verified Verified
Columbia, MD 21044
Waitlist for new clients
I am always strength based and really enjoy working with Black folx & people of color, but I am willing to work with anyone who is ready to work through current life stressors in non judgmental space.
I've worked with people 3 to 70 years of age. I enjoy working with individuals who need support through issues due to their experience being a part of one or more minority groups (and intersections in between), women’s issues, the experience of being a Black person, LGBTQIA+ matters, anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, peer relations, and trauma.
I am always strength based and really enjoy working with Black folx & people of color, but I am willing to work with anyone who is ready to work through current life stressors in non judgmental space.
I've worked with people 3 to 70 years of age. I enjoy working with individuals who need support through issues due to their experience being a part of one or more minority groups (and intersections in between), women’s issues, the experience of being a Black person, LGBTQIA+ matters, anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, peer relations, and trauma.
Conversations With A Clinician
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Online Only
Now Serving Black & Latina women that are ready to invest time & energy to become their best selves.
Dr. Ashley has extensive training and education working with many populations, but currently works primarily with women of color around multiple issues:
-Anxiety disorders
-Coaching
-General mental health
-Life transitions
-Women’s mental health
Dr. Ashley also uses a Fin-Emotional approach to mental health treatment when working with client's experiencing financial distress, she seeks to empower communities of color in knowing that mental health is the foundation of what we do in life, how we do it and who we choose to be do it with. We have choices in life and the outcome of our lives our based on our choices.
Now Serving Black & Latina women that are ready to invest time & energy to become their best selves.
Dr. Ashley has extensive training and education working with many populations, but currently works primarily with women of color around multiple issues:
-Anxiety disorders
-Coaching
-General mental health
-Life transitions
-Women’s mental health
Dr. Ashley also uses a Fin-Emotional approach to mental health treatment when working with client's experiencing financial distress, she seeks to empower communities of color in knowing that mental health is the foundation of what we do in life, how we do it and who we choose to be do it with. We have choices in life and the outcome of our lives our based on our choices.
I also provide psychoeducation in critical race theory (CRT) to provide additional support to Black, Brown and Indigenous persons.
Welcome. Life’s journey can often feel overwhelming, especially when striving for a version of yourself that seems elusive. Yet, it’s essential to recognize that the strength, resilience, and wisdom needed to evolve already reside within you. You are not broken; rather, you are deserving of grace, compassion, and an environment where growth feels possible and transformative.
I also provide psychoeducation in critical race theory (CRT) to provide additional support to Black, Brown and Indigenous persons.
Welcome. Life’s journey can often feel overwhelming, especially when striving for a version of yourself that seems elusive. Yet, it’s essential to recognize that the strength, resilience, and wisdom needed to evolve already reside within you. You are not broken; rather, you are deserving of grace, compassion, and an environment where growth feels possible and transformative.
My work with black/ African-American clients and those from other ethnic & racial backgrounds focuses on how early childhood experiences and identity can cause, maintain or exacerbate and inform our ability or inability to effectively manage stress related to grief, life transitions, racial identity, relationships, self-esteem, trauma, women's issues, anger, depression, anxiety, ADHD, and more.
Individuals looking to gain skills to manage mental health disorders or distress related to low self-esteem, roles and expectation, sexual orientation in immigrant cultures, health, career, immigrant or cultural identity, relationships, grief and loss, transitions work with me to identify and implement strategies. Through identifying, understanding and evaluating emotional states, thinking and behavior patterns we eliminate and replace unproductive habits with more adaptive patterns toward an increased sense of well-being and ability to thrive and function satisfactorily.
My work with black/ African-American clients and those from other ethnic & racial backgrounds focuses on how early childhood experiences and identity can cause, maintain or exacerbate and inform our ability or inability to effectively manage stress related to grief, life transitions, racial identity, relationships, self-esteem, trauma, women's issues, anger, depression, anxiety, ADHD, and more.
Individuals looking to gain skills to manage mental health disorders or distress related to low self-esteem, roles and expectation, sexual orientation in immigrant cultures, health, career, immigrant or cultural identity, relationships, grief and loss, transitions work with me to identify and implement strategies. Through identifying, understanding and evaluating emotional states, thinking and behavior patterns we eliminate and replace unproductive habits with more adaptive patterns toward an increased sense of well-being and ability to thrive and function satisfactorily.
We are black female identifying mental health providers offering a wide range of mental health services.
Our 9 acre outdoor facility allows our patients to address their mental health concerns both in the traditional office setting and outdoors amongst nature. This gives us the unique ability to tackle a wide range of issues; from chronic mental health concerns to transitional life issues.
We are black female identifying mental health providers offering a wide range of mental health services.
Our 9 acre outdoor facility allows our patients to address their mental health concerns both in the traditional office setting and outdoors amongst nature. This gives us the unique ability to tackle a wide range of issues; from chronic mental health concerns to transitional life issues.
Growth Connections LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
client care to ALL, especially individuals in the African American community, People of Color and those who identify within the LGBTQIA+ community.
Life has changed and challenged all of us at some point in our lives. Whether you’re dealing with issues that are inherited, unexpected, or created we connect with individuals at every stage of life. Growth Connections is passionate about providing excellent
client care to ALL, especially individuals in the African American community, People of Color and those who identify within the LGBTQIA+ community.
Life has changed and challenged all of us at some point in our lives. Whether you’re dealing with issues that are inherited, unexpected, or created we connect with individuals at every stage of life. Growth Connections is passionate about providing excellent
Kionna Baskerville
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I am passionate about breaking the stigma of mental health for BIPOC ( Black, Indigenous, People of Color) and LGBTQIA+ populations.
I utilize eclectic approaches that are aligned with each client individually to include: Person-Centered, Solution-Focused, and Mindfulness. In our time together we will develop a therapeutic relationship, focus on solutions that are right for you, develop/enhance coping strategies, focus on skill building, communication, and self-esteem.
I am passionate about breaking the stigma of mental health for BIPOC ( Black, Indigenous, People of Color) and LGBTQIA+ populations.
I utilize eclectic approaches that are aligned with each client individually to include: Person-Centered, Solution-Focused, and Mindfulness. In our time together we will develop a therapeutic relationship, focus on solutions that are right for you, develop/enhance coping strategies, focus on skill building, communication, and self-esteem.
I'm trained to administer assessments to aid in diagnosing and treating anxiety, ADHD, depression, PTSD, OCD, grief and substance using EMDR, CBT, DBT, ACT, solution focused, motivational interviewing to support clients from Black/ African-American, Asian, Latinx, Middle Eastern and other backgrounds.
We'll process the psychological stress caused by interactions with people, places and systems that are demeaning, hostile, dismissive and insensitive. My clients are able to improve or better manage distress tolerance; communication and relationships; assertiveness and autonomy; address family-of-origin challenges; life transitions; trauma and more. I diagnose and treat anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD and more. Maternal and reproductive health, stress of caretaking, avoidance, overwhelm, relationship issues, transitions, worry, career work stress, sadness, immigrant and cultural identity, self-doubt and trauma are my expertise.
I'm trained to administer assessments to aid in diagnosing and treating anxiety, ADHD, depression, PTSD, OCD, grief and substance using EMDR, CBT, DBT, ACT, solution focused, motivational interviewing to support clients from Black/ African-American, Asian, Latinx, Middle Eastern and other backgrounds.
We'll process the psychological stress caused by interactions with people, places and systems that are demeaning, hostile, dismissive and insensitive. My clients are able to improve or better manage distress tolerance; communication and relationships; assertiveness and autonomy; address family-of-origin challenges; life transitions; trauma and more. I diagnose and treat anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD and more. Maternal and reproductive health, stress of caretaking, avoidance, overwhelm, relationship issues, transitions, worry, career work stress, sadness, immigrant and cultural identity, self-doubt and trauma are my expertise.
Eunoia HTS is a black owned therapy service started by 2 women who saw a need for an increase in Mental Health services in their community.
Have you ever wondered how it would feel to have a space to express yourself freely without judgment & criticism? Imagine having a caring & compassionate ear to listen & guide you through your darkest times. We've all had moment's where we've felt hopeless, afraid and out of answers. Moments where we are unsure of which decision to make or who to trust. Have you ever experienced depression or stress to the point where you felt totally incapable of managing your life and the stressors that come along with it? How about anxiety, racing thoughts & difficulty with simply being in your own skin...sound familiar?
Eunoia HTS is a black owned therapy service started by 2 women who saw a need for an increase in Mental Health services in their community.
Have you ever wondered how it would feel to have a space to express yourself freely without judgment & criticism? Imagine having a caring & compassionate ear to listen & guide you through your darkest times. We've all had moment's where we've felt hopeless, afraid and out of answers. Moments where we are unsure of which decision to make or who to trust. Have you ever experienced depression or stress to the point where you felt totally incapable of managing your life and the stressors that come along with it? How about anxiety, racing thoughts & difficulty with simply being in your own skin...sound familiar?
I work with men and women from black/ African-American, Latinx, Asian, Middle Eastern, and other racial and ethnic groups to address and prevent disorders.
You'll learn to regulate emotions, explore identity, learn executive functioning skills, resolve guilt or shame, process family dynamics an experiences, enhance distress tolerance, learn effective communication, resolve intimacy challenges. I use cognitive, emotional, identity, relational/attachment, mindfulness and trauma focused approaches to explore and address relationship, cognitive/thought, behaviour, and mood patterns that cause, maintain, or exacerbate mental health disorders. I'm trained to assess, diagnose and treat anxiety, depressive, mood, grief, impulse control, executive functioning and substance use disorders.
I work with men and women from black/ African-American, Latinx, Asian, Middle Eastern, and other racial and ethnic groups to address and prevent disorders.
You'll learn to regulate emotions, explore identity, learn executive functioning skills, resolve guilt or shame, process family dynamics an experiences, enhance distress tolerance, learn effective communication, resolve intimacy challenges. I use cognitive, emotional, identity, relational/attachment, mindfulness and trauma focused approaches to explore and address relationship, cognitive/thought, behaviour, and mood patterns that cause, maintain, or exacerbate mental health disorders. I'm trained to assess, diagnose and treat anxiety, depressive, mood, grief, impulse control, executive functioning and substance use disorders.
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Nearby African American Therapists Searches for Eldersburg
- Catonsville
- Clarksville
- Columbia
- Ellicott City
- Owings Mills
- Pikesville
- Randallstown
- Reisterstown
- Sykesville
- Westminster
- Windsor Mill
- Woodlawn
Black and African American Therapists
As an African American, why might I wish to see a therapist who is African American?
African American clients may seek out African American therapists for several reasons, foremost being a sense of cultural understanding and the possibility of shared experiences. Cultural sensitivity and context on the part of the therapist may make it easier to form a therapeutic alliance and to focus on the work of therapy without the need to explain or educate a therapist on cultural matters. It may also be empowering to work with a therapist who shares one’s racial or ethnic background. It is important to note that a therapist who demonstrates cultural sensitivity can be highly effective even if they do not share a client’s background or race.
Can clients benefit from working with a therapist who shares their race or ethnicity?
Yes, having a therapist who shares a client’s race or ethnicity is often valuable, especially if it fosters a strong therapeutic alliance between the two. While training, qualifications, and experience are always important, a strong alliance between client and therapist is a major contributor to therapeutic effectiveness. An alliance is likely to be strengthened with a therapist who has an understanding of a client’s background and perhaps also shared life experiences. It should be noted that many clients form a strong bond with their therapist regardless of their race or ethnicity. This is a personal decision, and it depends on the therapist, the client, and the connection between the two.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with African American clients?
Clients can ask therapists directly about their experience working with clients of diverse backgrounds, including with African American individuals. You may wish to inquire whether a therapist has undertaken training in cultural competence broadly, and how specifically they would ensure that their approach is sensitive to the needs of African American clients. Therapy involves honesty and trust, so it’s best for clients to share concerns about their therapist’s cultural competence at the outset. And a good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals based on the concerns you articulate.
Why is it important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive?
It’s important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive because everyone comes to therapy with a unique background and set of experiences. Being aware of culture and cultural differences between people is important for understanding clients, as is coming to therapy with an open mind, recognizing that the therapist doesn’t necessarily understand everything and that the client can help guide the way.
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.