Black and African American Therapists in North, Raleigh, NC

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.

It does not matter what you may be facing, you should not do it alone! I strongly believe every person can grow and change. Therefore, as a therapist, I actively strive to see minds renewed and lives restored. I seek to empower, advocate and give every client the tools to create new life structures.

If you are an adult struggling with life transitions and it has lead to symptoms of depression or anxiety; I am here to assist you. I will help you identify any barriers preventing you from living the life you desire. Identifying those things will allow us to create a plan specific to you. I believe partners share power, this will be a collaborative effort! Some of my therapeutic approaches used are cognitive behavioral, solution focused, and motivational interviewing. Together, we will build on your strengths and identify areas of improvement to produce positive outcomes.

I believe that every problem has a solution and that solution lies within the person that is experiencing the problem. Life is to be enjoyed and if you are not enjoying your life it could be because of distractions. It is those distractions that sometimes causes us to feel overwhelmed, unhappy, frustrated and sometimes empty. My goal as a therapist is to help you explore those distractions and become the best version of yourself.

I AM more than enough. I AM worthy of love and appreciation. I AM at peace with my past. I AM confident of my ability to attract abundance in my life daily. As your counselor I AM confident in your ability to make the changes you desire. I am here to assist your move away from things that are no longer working for you and towards your ideal way of being. We are all facing complex issues each day. Which can leave us feeling hopeless or discouraged. But taking the steps to seek help for yourself or your child doesn’t equal failure. It means you’ve recognized the hurt. The focus is now on solutions.

Hello! If you are looking for a therapist to listen to you as the expert in your life and explore your thought processes which have led to life events and circumstances, then I may be therapist for you. We find ways to cope with depression, anxiety, stress, uncontrollable life events such as divorce, moving, and the expected events of adjusting to the maturation process throughout life that are not always the healthiest. Even with the best plans and the best support systems, we may need to re-evaluate so we can update our thinking processes to ensure we are present in life and attempting to make our best choices.

Are you having difficulty managing anxiety and intrusive thoughts? Do you feel stressed while trying to balance work and relationships? Maybe you're wanting to learn how to establish boundaries with loved ones. Or perhaps you're struggling with low self-esteem. Whatever your situation may be, my goal is to help you become the best version of you.

Hi, I'm Debra, a mental health counselor and addictions specialist with Christian values. I'm committed to helping children and adults overcome their distress. I'll bring compassion and care into an encouraging, comfortable, and secure space where you can share what's on your mind. If you're shy or have a hard time expressing yourself, I understand. I'll help you to find your voice, speak your truth, learn self-care, and strengthen your commitment to mental health care and personal development. As a Christian Counselor, I utilize scriptures and mental health knowledge to help you to overcome your issues and reach your goals.

Children and families have been the focal point of my career for over 20 years. I have learned that youth and adults benefit from listening, understanding, and validation. Nowadays, the impact of unresolved mental health issues is a clear and present growing risk factor. Please do not hesitate to speak with someone about difficult matters. Having good mental health can reduce risk factors and should be a prioritized need alongside our physical health. For mental health crises, you can call Mobile Crisis at 877-626-1772; or National Suicide Prevention Hotline 800-273-8255 (dial 988). For life threatening emergencies, please call 911.

April is experienced in working with individuals and families including children, adolescents, and adults of various socioeconomic backgrounds, cultures, and beliefs. Additionally, she has experience working with individuals who experience anger, defiance, emotional dysregulation, relationship difficulties, family relational problems, depression, anxiety, autism, and other mental health disorders. April treats clients from a person-centered approach and implements various modalities depending on the individual’s needs.

What does “healing” mean to you? Is it a one-time event or an ongoing process? Maybe for you it’s both or neither or more? How you define healing will be based on your needs, goals and experiences. I am passionate about providing culturally-sensitive and affirming care for clients who suffer from overwhelming emotions as a result of trauma, medical issues, violence, grief, and lack of acceptance from loved ones based on their identity. I bring over ten years of practice experience as a medical social worker, therapist, and community health advocate to my work with my clients.

The process of working with a new client is to gather pertinent information about the client's psychosocial, environment, and past family history to help accurately diagnose the client. Once a diagnosis is made then a treatment plan would be developed conjointly between the client and me utilizing S.M.A.R.T. goals. S.M.A.R.T. goals are​ specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-based goals that would help the client be successful in treatment. If you are looking for a counselor who is genuine, compassionate, authentic, and who will listen and care about your concerns. Then I am here to help you restore your self-worth.

Hello, and welcome to The Beauty of Dreams PLLC! My name is Bukola Okeowo and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker/Therapist, as well as a Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist Associate here in the triangle area. I know life has transitioned significantly and we are wondering how to move forward with our lives during this pandemic . I am here to tell you that anxiety, hopelessness, life transitions, depressed mood and many other symptoms of mental health can be changed with the start of acknowledging that you need help. Let’s start this therapy journey today and see The Beauty of Dreams!

I love the helping process. I enjoy being able to participate in the exploration and growth that occurs as individuals make progress in their pursuit of wellness.

I have a desire to help people move from questions that start with why; to questions that start with how. My goal is to help you grow and understand how to move forward with your life, despite going through disappointing and traumatic experiences. I have been praised for my ability to actively listen and empathize with my clients. I believe that problems don’t last always and with positive thinking and solution focused techniques, we can change any negative actions and feelings. I will be privileged to be able to embark on a journey to help someone move past hurts and pains, to joy and happiness. Let’s talk