Black and African American Therapists in Towson, MD
Lawrynn Brooks
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
1 Endorsed
Towson, MD 21204
Waitlist for new clients
Embarking on your therapy journey can feel daunting. You may not know where to begin, what to look for, or how to identify your specific needs. It's common to experience emotions that are hard to understand or to face situations that seem unmanageable. This is where I come in. Whether you're feeling anxious or sad, or you're unsure about your next steps in life, I can provide the support you need. If you have a child who might benefit from additional help, I am here to assist.
Embarking on your therapy journey can feel daunting. You may not know where to begin, what to look for, or how to identify your specific needs. It's common to experience emotions that are hard to understand or to face situations that seem unmanageable. This is where I come in. Whether you're feeling anxious or sad, or you're unsure about your next steps in life, I can provide the support you need. If you have a child who might benefit from additional help, I am here to assist.
The Holden Grace Group, LLC
Pastoral Counselor, EdD, MS, MA, LGPC, NCC
18 Endorsed
Towson, MD 21204
Waitlist for new clients
As your therapist, I understand that you seek a safe, supportive space to navigate life's challenges, whether it's coping with grief, improving relationships, or addressing anxiety. Your goal is to find peace, resilience, and a deeper understanding of yourself and your experiences. You want to feel heard, valued, and empowered to make positive changes.
As your therapist, I understand that you seek a safe, supportive space to navigate life's challenges, whether it's coping with grief, improving relationships, or addressing anxiety. Your goal is to find peace, resilience, and a deeper understanding of yourself and your experiences. You want to feel heard, valued, and empowered to make positive changes.
At The Healing Centered Collective, we are redefining mental health care by forming a holistic path to healing. Our counseling is grounded in our clients' strengths, cultural context, and the power of community. We envision a world where individuals, couples, and families not only survive but thrive, embracing their unique narratives and unleashing their potential. Come learn to navigate life’s challenges with greater ease, heal from the past, and become the best version of yourself.
At The Healing Centered Collective, we are redefining mental health care by forming a holistic path to healing. Our counseling is grounded in our clients' strengths, cultural context, and the power of community. We envision a world where individuals, couples, and families not only survive but thrive, embracing their unique narratives and unleashing their potential. Come learn to navigate life’s challenges with greater ease, heal from the past, and become the best version of yourself.
My therapeutic approach is grounded in the belief that therapy is a deeply personal experience, not a one-size-fits-all process. I tailor each client’s treatment to their unique history, needs, strengths, and goals, ensuring that our work together feels relevant, collaborative, and meaningful. I specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
My therapeutic approach is grounded in the belief that therapy is a deeply personal experience, not a one-size-fits-all process. I tailor each client’s treatment to their unique history, needs, strengths, and goals, ensuring that our work together feels relevant, collaborative, and meaningful. I specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
If you’re a teen under pressure, a new mom navigating postpartum emotions, or an immigrant wrestling with identity and cultural expectations you are seen, you are safe, and you are not alone. Whether you’re facing anxiety, depression, birth trauma, NICU stress, or the quiet weight of feeling like you must “hold it all together,” I offer a warm, culturally sensitive space to breathe, heal, and be supported. Many of my clients are women, adolescents, and mothers throughout Maryland, Baltimore County, White Marsh, Towson, and surrounding areas seeking compassionate, faith-integrated, evidence-based telehealth therapy.
If you’re a teen under pressure, a new mom navigating postpartum emotions, or an immigrant wrestling with identity and cultural expectations you are seen, you are safe, and you are not alone. Whether you’re facing anxiety, depression, birth trauma, NICU stress, or the quiet weight of feeling like you must “hold it all together,” I offer a warm, culturally sensitive space to breathe, heal, and be supported. Many of my clients are women, adolescents, and mothers throughout Maryland, Baltimore County, White Marsh, Towson, and surrounding areas seeking compassionate, faith-integrated, evidence-based telehealth therapy.
Become your best self! The key to success in therapy, is a trusting, authentic relationship, and dedication to the process both within and outside of treatment. I apply evidence-based practices in a collaborative effort to provide effective counseling for clients experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and issues related to substance use within the family system. Individual counseling is provided for adults, and marital counseling is provided as well. As a clinician, licensed both in mental health (LCPC) and substance use disorders (LCADC), I make it easy to address mental heath and/or substance use concerns.
Become your best self! The key to success in therapy, is a trusting, authentic relationship, and dedication to the process both within and outside of treatment. I apply evidence-based practices in a collaborative effort to provide effective counseling for clients experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and issues related to substance use within the family system. Individual counseling is provided for adults, and marital counseling is provided as well. As a clinician, licensed both in mental health (LCPC) and substance use disorders (LCADC), I make it easy to address mental heath and/or substance use concerns.
Everyone can benefit from being heard, validated, and supported during life transitions and challenges. I am skilled at building a therapeutic alliance with a focus on your goals and needs. I can also provide a framework for addressing your concerns and tools for managing depression, anxiety, and life challenges. If you are wondering whether to give therapy a try I encourage you to take the first step!
Everyone can benefit from being heard, validated, and supported during life transitions and challenges. I am skilled at building a therapeutic alliance with a focus on your goals and needs. I can also provide a framework for addressing your concerns and tools for managing depression, anxiety, and life challenges. If you are wondering whether to give therapy a try I encourage you to take the first step!
I am Nia Dingle, I work at The Resource Group, an outpatient therapy and psychiatric practice in Towson, MD. Accepting New Clients. I believe that the therapeutic process should be a collaborative and empowering experience. I strive to create a safe, inclusive, and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings, gain clarity, and work toward your goals. Whether you're dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, or simply need someone to talk to, I’m here to walk alongside you in your journey.
I am Nia Dingle, I work at The Resource Group, an outpatient therapy and psychiatric practice in Towson, MD. Accepting New Clients. I believe that the therapeutic process should be a collaborative and empowering experience. I strive to create a safe, inclusive, and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings, gain clarity, and work toward your goals. Whether you're dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, or simply need someone to talk to, I’m here to walk alongside you in your journey.
I specialize in working with busy Moms, Parents, and Black Men struggling with depression, anxiety, and stress, as well as couples (dating, premarital, married) and Black men.
Do you feel life is spiraling out of control? Or Do you have to be everything to everyone else but feel alone when you’re in need? Are you having trouble meeting expectations? Or saying “No" and then resenting saying yes? Do you put everyone before you and then don't have enough time for yoursel or your dreams? Are you feeling “stuck” after giving so much, then to realize you’re not making progress in your life? More often than we realize, we tend to lose ourselves giving what we don’t have while trying to manage it all; parenthood, relationships, careers, and life situations. We then become overwhelmed, anxious, depressed or stuck.
I specialize in working with busy Moms, Parents, and Black Men struggling with depression, anxiety, and stress, as well as couples (dating, premarital, married) and Black men.
Do you feel life is spiraling out of control? Or Do you have to be everything to everyone else but feel alone when you’re in need? Are you having trouble meeting expectations? Or saying “No" and then resenting saying yes? Do you put everyone before you and then don't have enough time for yoursel or your dreams? Are you feeling “stuck” after giving so much, then to realize you’re not making progress in your life? More often than we realize, we tend to lose ourselves giving what we don’t have while trying to manage it all; parenthood, relationships, careers, and life situations. We then become overwhelmed, anxious, depressed or stuck.
Life often presents us with obstacles and transitions that can challenge our ability to adapt in healthy, constructive ways. These experiences can leave us feeling overwhelmed, stressed, empty, and discouraged. I am passionate about supporting children (ages 5+), adolescents, and adults as they navigate these pivotal moments. My approach involves working collaboratively with clients to build and strengthen effective coping strategies. I strive to create an authentic, supportive space that encourages growth empowering individuals to move beyond feeling “stuck” and to release what is beyond their control.
Life often presents us with obstacles and transitions that can challenge our ability to adapt in healthy, constructive ways. These experiences can leave us feeling overwhelmed, stressed, empty, and discouraged. I am passionate about supporting children (ages 5+), adolescents, and adults as they navigate these pivotal moments. My approach involves working collaboratively with clients to build and strengthen effective coping strategies. I strive to create an authentic, supportive space that encourages growth empowering individuals to move beyond feeling “stuck” and to release what is beyond their control.
Do you or your child feel anxious, stressed or overwhelmed? Or have days where you feel sad, depressed or isolated from the world? Do you struggle with friendships or relationships in your life where you feel unheard or misunderstood? Navigating through an ever changing world that's filled with constant stressors can be very difficult for most. It helps to have a safe space where you can process your feelings and emotions openly with no judgement. I pride myself in being a safe person for children, teens and adults to speak freely about their fears, challenges and worries. Support and guidance are my goals for our work together.
Do you or your child feel anxious, stressed or overwhelmed? Or have days where you feel sad, depressed or isolated from the world? Do you struggle with friendships or relationships in your life where you feel unheard or misunderstood? Navigating through an ever changing world that's filled with constant stressors can be very difficult for most. It helps to have a safe space where you can process your feelings and emotions openly with no judgement. I pride myself in being a safe person for children, teens and adults to speak freely about their fears, challenges and worries. Support and guidance are my goals for our work together.
Are you an overthinker? Do you have anxiety? Do you sometimes have negative thoughts that you wish you could understand? Do you feel overwhelmed with things in the present or sad about things from the past? Do you sometimes isolate yourself from others? Are you ready for a positive change?
I love helping my clients develop the tools they need to cope with all of life’s challenges. I believe therapy is an individualized process and it starts with developing a supportive, helping relationship with each client. My approach in therapy is collaborative and I foster an environment that promotes positive thinking, behavior and healing.
Are you an overthinker? Do you have anxiety? Do you sometimes have negative thoughts that you wish you could understand? Do you feel overwhelmed with things in the present or sad about things from the past? Do you sometimes isolate yourself from others? Are you ready for a positive change?
I love helping my clients develop the tools they need to cope with all of life’s challenges. I believe therapy is an individualized process and it starts with developing a supportive, helping relationship with each client. My approach in therapy is collaborative and I foster an environment that promotes positive thinking, behavior and healing.
Are you ready to embark on a journey towards self-discovery and healing? I'm Erica Carroll, LCSW-C, a licensed therapist based in Maryland, and I'm here to guide you through the process. With years of experience, I specialize in working with couples, individuals, and particularly those within the LGBTQ+ community and couples of color. My passion extends to perinatal mental health, having spent my entire career in medical settings. This unique background allows me to empathize with NICU parents, those with children with special needs, and individuals navigating the complexities of parenting stress. Contact me for more information.
Are you ready to embark on a journey towards self-discovery and healing? I'm Erica Carroll, LCSW-C, a licensed therapist based in Maryland, and I'm here to guide you through the process. With years of experience, I specialize in working with couples, individuals, and particularly those within the LGBTQ+ community and couples of color. My passion extends to perinatal mental health, having spent my entire career in medical settings. This unique background allows me to empathize with NICU parents, those with children with special needs, and individuals navigating the complexities of parenting stress. Contact me for more information.
I am Cheryl Cannon, LCSW-C, LCSW, LICSW, a licensed clinical social worker who provides mental health therapy in Maryland, Virginia, and DC. I work with adults to address the symptoms related to the diagnosis of adjustment, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, grief, trauma, and life transitions. This is a safe space to vent and process your feelings. No traffic. No office. Telehealth therapy happens in a private safe space where you are comfortable through a HIPAA compliant telehealth system.
I am Cheryl Cannon, LCSW-C, LCSW, LICSW, a licensed clinical social worker who provides mental health therapy in Maryland, Virginia, and DC. I work with adults to address the symptoms related to the diagnosis of adjustment, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, grief, trauma, and life transitions. This is a safe space to vent and process your feelings. No traffic. No office. Telehealth therapy happens in a private safe space where you are comfortable through a HIPAA compliant telehealth system.
You may feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or stuck in patterns that are hard to break, whether it’s anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, or major life changes. Maybe you’re carrying stress, grief, or relationship challenges while trying to hold everything together. You don’t have to navigate this alone. Therapy offers a space where you can feel heard, supported, and begin to regain a sense of balance, clarity, and control in your life
You may feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or stuck in patterns that are hard to break, whether it’s anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, or major life changes. Maybe you’re carrying stress, grief, or relationship challenges while trying to hold everything together. You don’t have to navigate this alone. Therapy offers a space where you can feel heard, supported, and begin to regain a sense of balance, clarity, and control in your life
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Since 2006 GIFTS has been served Baltimore County as a clinic that meets the needs of children, adults and families. Our team is dedicated to delivering compassionate, accessible, and culturally-responsive services
Unwrap your potential today!
Since 2006 GIFTS has been served Baltimore County as a clinic that meets the needs of children, adults and families. Our team is dedicated to delivering compassionate, accessible, and culturally-responsive services
Nature reminds us that growth isn’t linear — and healing doesn’t have to happen within office walls. CMHC offers evidence-based therapy — including CBT and ERP — with a distinctive nature-informed approach. Located in Towson, MD, we work with children, teens, and adults navigating anxiety, OCD, depression, maternal concerns, and life transitions, as well as parents seeking support for their child or family. We also offer therapy that can integrate faith when desired.
Nature reminds us that growth isn’t linear — and healing doesn’t have to happen within office walls. CMHC offers evidence-based therapy — including CBT and ERP — with a distinctive nature-informed approach. Located in Towson, MD, we work with children, teens, and adults navigating anxiety, OCD, depression, maternal concerns, and life transitions, as well as parents seeking support for their child or family. We also offer therapy that can integrate faith when desired.
Experiencing abuse from a partner can leave you feeling isolated, confused, and trapped. Feeling like you don’t have the support of friends or family is one of the loneliest feelings on Earth. The only person you have in your corner is the same person that is causing you pain. You may even think for some reason you deserve to be mistreated; I can assure you that you do not. You are not alone and many others experience exactly what you are going through.
Experiencing abuse from a partner can leave you feeling isolated, confused, and trapped. Feeling like you don’t have the support of friends or family is one of the loneliest feelings on Earth. The only person you have in your corner is the same person that is causing you pain. You may even think for some reason you deserve to be mistreated; I can assure you that you do not. You are not alone and many others experience exactly what you are going through.
I am a Baltimore-based therapist who specializes in providing culturally sensitive therapy to Black and African-American women.
If you've landed here, you've made a valuable decision to honor your inner needs and feelings. I believe that all individuals have a desire to live meaningful and purposeful lives, yet sometimes become "stuck" in unhealthy ways of thinking about themselves and their circumstances. I'm trained in the use of CBT, Mindfulness, & African-Centered Social Work. I'm also trained in the work & research of Dr. Brene Brown which focuses on addressing issues related to shame & fear while learning to embrace vulnerability, courage, & worthiness. Please note: I currently have availability ONLY on Monday & Tuesday evenings.
I am a Baltimore-based therapist who specializes in providing culturally sensitive therapy to Black and African-American women.
If you've landed here, you've made a valuable decision to honor your inner needs and feelings. I believe that all individuals have a desire to live meaningful and purposeful lives, yet sometimes become "stuck" in unhealthy ways of thinking about themselves and their circumstances. I'm trained in the use of CBT, Mindfulness, & African-Centered Social Work. I'm also trained in the work & research of Dr. Brene Brown which focuses on addressing issues related to shame & fear while learning to embrace vulnerability, courage, & worthiness. Please note: I currently have availability ONLY on Monday & Tuesday evenings.
You've landed here because you're searching for something: a spark of creativity, improvement in that difficult relationship, a safe place to process what's happening in the world, a deeper relationship with your true self, a way to move through hurt and pain. Therapy that works goes beyond just chatting. You're looking for therapy that leads to change and helps you learn to be in your emotions so that you can move through them. Because, therapy that heals often shifts something inside of us, whether or not the situation changes too.
You've landed here because you're searching for something: a spark of creativity, improvement in that difficult relationship, a safe place to process what's happening in the world, a deeper relationship with your true self, a way to move through hurt and pain. Therapy that works goes beyond just chatting. You're looking for therapy that leads to change and helps you learn to be in your emotions so that you can move through them. Because, therapy that heals often shifts something inside of us, whether or not the situation changes too.
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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.