Black and African American Therapists in Charlotte, NC
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Simone French Hall Banks
Licensed Professional Counselor, M Ed, PSC, LCMHC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
As a
Black
cis-het woman, my speciality is working with Gen Z and Millennial women who are struggling with boundaries in their personal and professional lives.
Are you overwhelmed with the day to day mess? Are you still recovering from the impact of the pandemic? Perhaps you are a recovering overachiever, looking to set boundaries, or undergoing complex family dynamics. Did you think that being an adult would be easier?! As a person who is learning and growing as an adult daily, it's easy to feel bogged down. Do you want to be more emotionally aware and compassionate to yourself and others but don't know where to start? Life doesn't have to feel like this and I'm here to help! Let's work together so the load can get lighter. Change is right around the corner.
Charlotte, NC 28226
& Online
Di'Aundrea Thomas
Counselor, LCMHCA, NCC, MEd
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am an integrative
African American
therapist who enjoys working with women who are struggling to cope with and manage the balancing act of life.
To the woman who is reading this, you may feel like you have too much on your plate & that everything has become burdensome. You may feel like you are constantly struggling and feel defeated in the battles you are facing. Dealing with your career, school, children, family, and/or friendships has weighed you down. You may even feel hopeless but I want you to know that there is hope and you can overcome all the obstacles you are faced with. Understand that you do not have to face life’s challenges alone. I will provide a collaborative & safe space for you to feel Seen, Heard, and Valued as you face your struggles.
Waitlist for new clients
Dr. Corrine Harris
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, PhD, LCMHC
Verified
Verified
We welcome all but have a special passion for serving
Black
women who desire to be seen, valued, and welcomed into the therapy space.
Are you noticing changes in your mood but don't know where to start to get back on track? Do you feel burnt out due to struggles balancing multiple roles and responsibilities? Do you struggle with making your needs a priority? Are you noticing issues in your relationships with communication? Are you worried about making a change but know that you can't stay stuck where you currently are? Welcome to Harris Counseling Services, where we will walk with you on your journey to better. Welcome to a safe, nonjudgemental place where you can breathe, rest, be, learn more about yourself, and work to reach healing, balance, and wholeness.
Charlotte, NC 28203
& Online
Waitlist for new clients
Mahogany Restorative Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW, LCSW
2 Endorsed
2 Endorsed
Throughout my career and lived experience, I have supported
Black
folks as they persevere through tough times in order to live their best lives.
What has it meant for you to cope with the pressures of being a
Black
man in America? How have the challenges of not being heard or celebrated as a
Black
woman impacted your daily life? Carrying the burdens of racial trauma, depression, and anxiety can feel like an uphill battle. If this is true for you, then therapy can help you to lighten that load. You should feel empowered and supported while standing in your truth.
Ariel Wilson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWA
Verified
Verified
Hey there! I'm a
Black
, Queer Therapist with lived experiences that can help my clients better understand and accept who they are.
Life comes with challenges and sometimes you need someone to help you work through those challenges. That's where I come in. I help my clients realize their potential by educating, empowering and equipping you with the individualized tools you need. l enjoy working with individuals, couples and families that want to reconnect with themselves, resolve internal conflicts and to work toward inner peace. My passion is working with the LGBTQ+ community.
Brianna Knox
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCAS
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
As a
Black
, Queer, Millennial therapist, I am passionate about providing relatable therapy to BIPOC and LGBTQ+ Millennials.
Are you feeling overwhelmed with anxiety when hanging with your "friends"? Dreading putting on a fake smile for toxic family members ? Struggling with your choice to not even show up to the family function? I got you. I specialize in helping Millennials ditch the shame and guilt of childhood trauma and to build the confidence and self-esteem needed to kick toxic friends and family to the curb.
Montina Myers-Galloway
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, NCC
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
We are on a mission to help
black
women create a path for stronger-healthier family bonds. We treat anxiety and depression while specializing in parentification. As a child, did you have to take on the role of an adult? Myers-Galloway Counseling develops confident
black
women so you can create a resilient family. Does any of this sound like you? You want to let go of resentment towards your parents' for experiences in childhood. You want a healthier dynamic with your own children and your partner.
Alexandria Devonish
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWA
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I am an
African American
therapist that knows counseling can work.
You have been struggling with your feelings lately. It feels like they are messing up your life; some days you even feel crazy. You've been feeling stressed and overwhelmed. Your family and friends are starting to notice, but they haven't been as supportive as you would hope. This has been a difficult season, and you are tired of feeling like this. Although these feelings are confusing and you may feel alone with them, I want to let you know you are not alone. I can help you rebalance your life.
Jourdan Brickey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-A
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
In addition to my clinical training at NCAT, I utilize my own life experiences as a twenty-something
Black
woman and cultural awareness to support my clients in navigating their journey to becoming their ideal version of themselves.
Now taking new clients! In a world that is constantly pushing narratives onto us, you are taking the life affirming step to control your own narrative and take control of your life. It takes an unthinkable about of courage to admit you are not feeling like yourself and letting your guard down in order to ask for help. It is an honor to support you in navigating your therapeutic voyage. Perhaps your are undergoing a difficult relationship, an unexpected life change, or discontentment in your current path. Maybe you are experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, or feeling increasingly overwhelmed with life’s stressors.
Akinlana Burrowes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified
Verified
As a
black
therapist I'm passionate about providing compassionate and culturally sensitive care to high achieving women of color.
Hey Sis! Are you the superwoman type who looks put together on the outside, yet on the inside you’re falling apart? I know, you are the strong resilient type that doesn’t really need help. Well guess what, being strong and resilient can be exhausting. It’s about time for you to take off your superwoman cape, remove the S off your chest, and feel truly supported. Supported in your dreams, your goals, your relationships, your health, your finances. Trying to do it all by yourself can feel overwhelming and can increase both anxiety and depression.
Kebori Gorham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWA
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I'm an
African American
therapist who enjoys working with women who struggle with not loving themselves.
Being authentic comes easy, but your self esteem is still low. You hate being alone and how you feel about yourself stops you from connecting with other people. You’ve always had trouble with loving yourself however you’ve no problem loving others. Your routine and habits don’t align with what you see for yourself and you’re ready to make a change. You want to experience the soft life you keep hearing about. Traveling ,self care and being treated gently is your ultimate goal. Therapy with me will have you loving yourself & others will see the change in you.
Tanisha Mann
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified
Verified
Life is not about how many times you fall but how many times you get back up. The difficulties we face in life are different based on each individual perspective. Maintaining a smile while facing adversities can become overwhelming and tiring. Maybe you feel unseen, need help creating healthy boundaries, challenges with anxiety or depression, or making new life transitions. I am here to help clients learn effective coping skills for their issues and set goals to overcome obstacles in their life. My life experiences as an
African American
, and combat veteran will help to address any barriers that are interrupting your daily life.
Davonda Holloway
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-A
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I will use my culturally sensitive, clinical expertise from NCA&T and NCSU along with my own life experiences as a young,
black
woman to help you address barriers and redefine/rediscover what it means to be yourself in a world that doesn’t feel was designed for you.
Accepting New Clients. When life happens it can sometimes feel like the end of the road, unsure of which turn to take. You may be left feeling lost, unfulfilled, pretending that everything is okay, and constantly telling everyone “I’m fine.” I get it, it can be tough having the courage to admit that you’re struggling internally or not feeling like yourself. Welcome to the next location of your voyage. I truly applaud you for gaining the courage to become the driver of your journey. This process will take time, but I am here for you, and let’s be real who hasn’t got lost on a trip or taken the wrong turn. It happens.
Waitlist for new clients
Raising Resilience Counseling Services, PLLC
Counselor, MS, LCMHC, PMH-C, LCMHC-S
Verified
Verified
We specialize in millennial-aged
black
women's mental health and various other challenges that women experience throughout their lifespans.
We are glad you are here. We are Whitney and Tiffany we are licensed, mental health therapists. Starting therapy doesn't always have to be in the moment of crisis but re-gaining harmony in your life. We specialize in helping
black
millennial-aged women through pivotal life transitions such as pregnancy, infertility challenges, postpartum, parenting, career, and relationships. We believe in helping women deconstruct the emotional toll of pregnancy and postpartum to thrive without feeling guilty. We also offer therapeutic groups, clinical supervision, and parental leave coaching.
Zellua D. Sistrunk-Moore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, MS , LCSWA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I appreciate your willingness to put yourself first by looking for a new therapist. In working with me, you will find a safe space where differences are honored and valued. It is okay to feel as though you don't have it all together, and that not every aspect of your life is not figured out. It takes strength and courage to ask for support and sometimes the hardest thing to do is to take the first step. As a
Black
Woman, I recognize this challenge and the strength it takes to look at oneself, which is why I strive to create a safe therapeutic space. During the therapeutic process, I help clients tell their story and create meaning.
Half the Battle Counseling & Consulting
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, CRC
Verified
Verified
My area of focus is depression, anxiety, work-related stress,
African American
women issues, ADHD, struggling with life transitions, and interpersonal conflict.
Sometimes life feels unbearable and unmanageable which could have a huge impact on how we treat ourselves and those around us. You may feel like you are alone and that no one can truly understand because of the weight of your troubles. How will you ever cope? Will this ever end? Yes, it can! However, finding the silver lining may be a difficult feat to create on your own. You are not alone! Whether it is adjusting to a new job, becoming a new parent, preparing for college, or experiencing grief. If you want help managing life's varied challenges and live a more fulfilled life, then you are in the right space!
Christopher B Briggman
Counselor, LCMHCA, MRC, CVE, CRC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I know life's experiences may seem like a lot but based on my professional experience with clients and my personal experience as a
black
man, I have found it best to encourage my clients to view themselves as constantly evolving.
My ideal client is anyone who needs therapy or is looking for a new counselor to provide a fresh perspective on life. Based on my 11 years of experience, I am confident that counseling can provide any client with support and resources to handle their personal issues based on any aspect of mental health and/or their past problems, current issues, or future goals. My ideal client seeks to achieve balance in their professional and personal life. The ability to empathize is an innate trait that works best when serving my clients.
Waitlist for new clients
Qu'nesha Sawyer
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, PhD, LCMHC, LPCC, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I’m Dr. Qu'Nesha Sawyer, a licensed psychotherapist specializing in reproductive mental health and wellness for women of color. More importantly, I am a
Black
woman who is currently navigating my own journey to motherhood. I know firsthand what it feels like to face reproductive wellness challenges. I can also vividly recall the frustration and isolation I experienced when trying to find a therapist who "looked like me." These experiences birthed what is now Bloom Reproductive. This practice is devoted to serving women of color who are ready to overcome challenges and willing to make changes in order to live a life of wellness.
Jovan C Shumpert
Counselor, LMHC, LCHMC
Verified
Verified
I specialize and have a special interest in working with young adults and
Black
women.
Whether you are facing challenges with depression or anxiety, recovering from a loss, making a new transition, facing challenges in your relationships or having difficulty creating healthy boundaries, Becoming.Growing.Learning. LLC is here to assist. As a client you will work in collaboration with Jovan to meet your goals and needs. My personal philosophy encourages openness, honesty, accountability and relationship in order to provide a safe place for growth and learning in order to assist you in becoming who and what you want to be. Why simply survive when you can thrive?
Christy L Douglas
Counselor, MS, LCMHC, CCTP
Verified
Verified
I am an
African American
therapist and my mission is to help women began their internal healing process, while bringing their external hope and dreams into fruition.
Accepting New Clients! Saturday Availability! Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, stressed & it's getting the best of you? Are you struggling with your identity and it feels like you have to act like everything is great in public but privately you feel like you are falling apart? Need more balance? I strive to create a non-judgmental environment where liberation, comfort, and empowerment uniquely blend.
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Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online or over the phone can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the United States, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
What type of therapist is right for me?
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist, psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors. Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.