Black and African American Therapists in Santa Fe, NM
Francine Figueroa is a Trauma Informed BIPOC provider, specializing in treating Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating Patterns, Body Dysmorphia, Grief and Loss, Mood Disorders/Depression/Anxiety, Relationship, Women's Issues, Trauma and Family / Parent Support. Francine is warm, engaged, and supportive using an integrative and collaborative approach of CBT-E/CBT, ACT, DBT & Polyvagal/Somatic Interventions in Eastern, Western and Indigenous practices of care. She accepts insurance and Out of Network claims.
Francine Figueroa is a Trauma Informed BIPOC provider, specializing in treating Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating Patterns, Body Dysmorphia, Grief and Loss, Mood Disorders/Depression/Anxiety, Relationship, Women's Issues, Trauma and Family / Parent Support. Francine is warm, engaged, and supportive using an integrative and collaborative approach of CBT-E/CBT, ACT, DBT & Polyvagal/Somatic Interventions in Eastern, Western and Indigenous practices of care. She accepts insurance and Out of Network claims.
I believe having values and morals are beneficial to how we operate and view the world. The world and society is ever-changing, and we can sometimes find ourselves drowning in the waves of change, but if we know what we value and hold dear to us, we can stay aloft.
I believe having values and morals are beneficial to how we operate and view the world. The world and society is ever-changing, and we can sometimes find ourselves drowning in the waves of change, but if we know what we value and hold dear to us, we can stay aloft.
I am an arts-based, ancestral, psychotherapist specializing in anxiety and depression experienced by Black, Indigenous, People of Color and their Allies.
Are you carrying family patterns that feel older than your own life? You may feel trapped in repeating relationship cycles, chronic anxiety, perfectionism, people-pleasing, or a persistent sense that you are responsible for holding others together. Many of my clients are navigating intergenerational trauma, unspoken family wounds, or the quiet grief of not belonging within their own lineage. I specialize in ancestral psychotherapy — supporting clients in healing inherited patterns, restoring inner authority, and reclaiming a grounded, self-led life rooted in clarity, connection, and choice.
I am an arts-based, ancestral, psychotherapist specializing in anxiety and depression experienced by Black, Indigenous, People of Color and their Allies.
Are you carrying family patterns that feel older than your own life? You may feel trapped in repeating relationship cycles, chronic anxiety, perfectionism, people-pleasing, or a persistent sense that you are responsible for holding others together. Many of my clients are navigating intergenerational trauma, unspoken family wounds, or the quiet grief of not belonging within their own lineage. I specialize in ancestral psychotherapy — supporting clients in healing inherited patterns, restoring inner authority, and reclaiming a grounded, self-led life rooted in clarity, connection, and choice.
Everyone has vulnerabilities, but imagine a life where your vulnerabilities have become your strengths. Although it may seem overwhelming now, with the right support, your pain can be transformed into an incredible source of personal growth. From my own experiences and those I have supported on their unique journeys, I have seen the true potential of transformation. For this reason, I offer more than just therapy - together, we will create a safe and compassionate space where you can confront your challenges, empower yourself, and transform your life.
Everyone has vulnerabilities, but imagine a life where your vulnerabilities have become your strengths. Although it may seem overwhelming now, with the right support, your pain can be transformed into an incredible source of personal growth. From my own experiences and those I have supported on their unique journeys, I have seen the true potential of transformation. For this reason, I offer more than just therapy - together, we will create a safe and compassionate space where you can confront your challenges, empower yourself, and transform your life.
We’re all doing the best we can with what we have. Sometimes we can use some extra tools in our toolbox to support us in managing when life occurrences seem to pile up and we just need a break. Amber is experienced in treating a range of symptoms, including those related to trauma, anxiety, binge eating and more. Amber is an EMDRIA-certified EMDR therapist and consultant, a Gottman Institute Certified Gottman Therapist, and a Certified Eating Disorder and Sex Therapist. She provides therapy to both the general population and high-profile, public-facing and celebrity clients. Amber is licensed in TX, NM, CA, NV, AZ, OR, IA and AL.
We’re all doing the best we can with what we have. Sometimes we can use some extra tools in our toolbox to support us in managing when life occurrences seem to pile up and we just need a break. Amber is experienced in treating a range of symptoms, including those related to trauma, anxiety, binge eating and more. Amber is an EMDRIA-certified EMDR therapist and consultant, a Gottman Institute Certified Gottman Therapist, and a Certified Eating Disorder and Sex Therapist. She provides therapy to both the general population and high-profile, public-facing and celebrity clients. Amber is licensed in TX, NM, CA, NV, AZ, OR, IA and AL.
I have more than ten years of experience working with children, adults, and seniors dealing with mental health issues and substance use disorders. I apply emotional intelligence and client-centered methods, along with various therapeutic models. My approach includes offering unconditional positive regard, empathy, and authentic support to help clients achieve a clearer self-perception and their desired goals. I am committed to combating mental health stigma within minority communities.
I have more than ten years of experience working with children, adults, and seniors dealing with mental health issues and substance use disorders. I apply emotional intelligence and client-centered methods, along with various therapeutic models. My approach includes offering unconditional positive regard, empathy, and authentic support to help clients achieve a clearer self-perception and their desired goals. I am committed to combating mental health stigma within minority communities.
The women I work with are carrying a lot: motherhood, workplace challenges, and difficult relationships, all while navigating the weight of depression, anxiety, and chronic stress. Somewhere along the way, they find themselves at the bottom of their own to-do list. They come to me ready to be truly seen, heard, and supported without judgment. I help women reconnect with themselves through compassionate, personalized care rooted in evidence-based therapy. Together, we build a path forward that integrates seamlessly into your life, empowering you to embrace joy in ways you may have forgotten were possible.
The women I work with are carrying a lot: motherhood, workplace challenges, and difficult relationships, all while navigating the weight of depression, anxiety, and chronic stress. Somewhere along the way, they find themselves at the bottom of their own to-do list. They come to me ready to be truly seen, heard, and supported without judgment. I help women reconnect with themselves through compassionate, personalized care rooted in evidence-based therapy. Together, we build a path forward that integrates seamlessly into your life, empowering you to embrace joy in ways you may have forgotten were possible.
The sexual assault survivors I work with have spent years being the one to never fall apart, until they are alone, and the pattern they cannot explain takes over again. Sexual trauma, love obsession, compulsive sexual behavior, and AI companionship dependency rarely arrive as separate problems. They are different shapes the same old wound takes when it has nowhere else to go. My clients are intelligent, often outwardly accomplished, and exhausted by understanding their patterns without being able to change them. The work begins by reading those patterns correctly, not as failures, but as evidence of what once had had to be survived
The sexual assault survivors I work with have spent years being the one to never fall apart, until they are alone, and the pattern they cannot explain takes over again. Sexual trauma, love obsession, compulsive sexual behavior, and AI companionship dependency rarely arrive as separate problems. They are different shapes the same old wound takes when it has nowhere else to go. My clients are intelligent, often outwardly accomplished, and exhausted by understanding their patterns without being able to change them. The work begins by reading those patterns correctly, not as failures, but as evidence of what once had had to be survived
Do you find yourself reacting instead of responding? Are you experiencing a life changing shift or transition, navigating uncertainty? Have you come to a juncture that requires action, while fear keeps you frozen? Are you unable to manage feelings of overwhelm? Or perhaps, you and your partner long for a deeper sense of connection. Embarking on a therapeutic journey with me, you will have a supportive and safe container to explore these questions and desires. Whether your goal is building confidence, finding your purpose, addressing trauma, or developing tools to improve your life, I’m here to navigate that path with you.
Do you find yourself reacting instead of responding? Are you experiencing a life changing shift or transition, navigating uncertainty? Have you come to a juncture that requires action, while fear keeps you frozen? Are you unable to manage feelings of overwhelm? Or perhaps, you and your partner long for a deeper sense of connection. Embarking on a therapeutic journey with me, you will have a supportive and safe container to explore these questions and desires. Whether your goal is building confidence, finding your purpose, addressing trauma, or developing tools to improve your life, I’m here to navigate that path with you.
Black Canvas Wholistic Therapy
Art Therapist, MA, LPAT, ATR-BC, SLC
6 Endorsed
Santa Fe, NM 87505
Waitlist for new clients
Are you looking for a non-traditional therapist? I integrate my spiritual life coaching training and the practice of art-making into the therapeutic process in a way that honors who you are wholistically. This wholistic approach is based on the psycho-spiritual therapeutic modality, which is grounded in the notion that “the soul is the starting point for balance.” This approach to treatment takes into consideration the WHOLE of who you are, be it physically, emotionally, spiritually, intellectually, culturally, etc. and examines how your lived experiences have impacted your mental health.
Are you looking for a non-traditional therapist? I integrate my spiritual life coaching training and the practice of art-making into the therapeutic process in a way that honors who you are wholistically. This wholistic approach is based on the psycho-spiritual therapeutic modality, which is grounded in the notion that “the soul is the starting point for balance.” This approach to treatment takes into consideration the WHOLE of who you are, be it physically, emotionally, spiritually, intellectually, culturally, etc. and examines how your lived experiences have impacted your mental health.
The time is now. Today is the day to remember that it's just one moment at a time, one breath at a time. Taking a moment to reconnect with the feeling centers inside in a safe and calm way. Through talk therapy and non-judgmental creative exploration with color, texture, earth based materials, 2-D/3-D elements,etc., we can work on processing, communication and strengthening your personal tools for everyday living. I also have over 20 years of experience with women’s counseling, prenatal/postnatal counseling, birth coaching, nutritional counseling, and multicultural & diversity counseling.
The time is now. Today is the day to remember that it's just one moment at a time, one breath at a time. Taking a moment to reconnect with the feeling centers inside in a safe and calm way. Through talk therapy and non-judgmental creative exploration with color, texture, earth based materials, 2-D/3-D elements,etc., we can work on processing, communication and strengthening your personal tools for everyday living. I also have over 20 years of experience with women’s counseling, prenatal/postnatal counseling, birth coaching, nutritional counseling, and multicultural & diversity counseling.
Dr. Tia Buchanan, PhD, LPC-S, LCMHC-S, LPCC,
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhDLPCS, LPC,LAC, LCMHCS, LPCC, CCMHC
2 Endorsed
Santa Fe, NM 87505
Christian Counseling, MA Professional Clinical Mental Health (CACREP), MS Forensic Psychology:Mental Health, Black-Belt Six Sigma, Play Therapy Certification, PhD Christian Education: Counseling Supervision, NCAA, NBCC, PCIT, TFCBT (2012), currently undergoing EdS Traumatology Community Care.
Dr. Tia D. Buchanan is an LPC‑S, traumatologist, and worldwide author with 17+ years of experience in clinical mental health, trauma‑informed care, adolescent substance‑use prevention, and military family support. She practices in SC, NM, and VT. She holds multiple licenses, national certifications, and advanced degrees. Her expertise includes EMDR, play therapy, crisis response, and clinical supervision. She uses evidence‑informed EMDR‑based frameworks, including her own trauma‑processing models, and is accepting bookings for consultations. She sees clients at Acorns n Bones LLLC, civilian and adolescent clients in Tokyo Japan.
Christian Counseling, MA Professional Clinical Mental Health (CACREP), MS Forensic Psychology:Mental Health, Black-Belt Six Sigma, Play Therapy Certification, PhD Christian Education: Counseling Supervision, NCAA, NBCC, PCIT, TFCBT (2012), currently undergoing EdS Traumatology Community Care.
Dr. Tia D. Buchanan is an LPC‑S, traumatologist, and worldwide author with 17+ years of experience in clinical mental health, trauma‑informed care, adolescent substance‑use prevention, and military family support. She practices in SC, NM, and VT. She holds multiple licenses, national certifications, and advanced degrees. Her expertise includes EMDR, play therapy, crisis response, and clinical supervision. She uses evidence‑informed EMDR‑based frameworks, including her own trauma‑processing models, and is accepting bookings for consultations. She sees clients at Acorns n Bones LLLC, civilian and adolescent clients in Tokyo Japan.
Hi, my name is Dr. Melody Moore and I am a licensed psychologist who is passionate about helping others be the best that they can be. I work with professionals who are experiencing work related stress, life difficulties, or have career/workplace challenges. My goal is to help you get grounded, centered, and balanced so that you can be your best in your chosen career.
Hi, my name is Dr. Melody Moore and I am a licensed psychologist who is passionate about helping others be the best that they can be. I work with professionals who are experiencing work related stress, life difficulties, or have career/workplace challenges. My goal is to help you get grounded, centered, and balanced so that you can be your best in your chosen career.
I’m a licensed therapist in New Mexico and California. I have a deep commitment to supporting neurodivergent individuals, trans and gender diverse individuals, and BIPOC clients, as they navigate acceptance and self‑affirmation. I believe the development of our identities as humans is fluid and ever evolving. Everyone deserves a warm, affirming space to explore who they are, honor their story, and build resilience in the face of systemic challenges.
I’m a licensed therapist in New Mexico and California. I have a deep commitment to supporting neurodivergent individuals, trans and gender diverse individuals, and BIPOC clients, as they navigate acceptance and self‑affirmation. I believe the development of our identities as humans is fluid and ever evolving. Everyone deserves a warm, affirming space to explore who they are, honor their story, and build resilience in the face of systemic challenges.
You may be curious about how therapy can help them heal or improve. Together we can collaborate on solutions to issues in your life. You can also start with the intention to work on reaching new goals. I often help clients in creating boundaries that promote healthier relationships and communication. The therapy process is a nonjudgmental space to process feelings or to receive support while acclimating to changes.
You may be curious about how therapy can help them heal or improve. Together we can collaborate on solutions to issues in your life. You can also start with the intention to work on reaching new goals. I often help clients in creating boundaries that promote healthier relationships and communication. The therapy process is a nonjudgmental space to process feelings or to receive support while acclimating to changes.
I am passionate about helping others make peace with their suffering and overall live a more grounded life. I work with individuals, couples and families. I love helping others find new meaning after trauma and grief, manage depression and anxiety, as well as build healthy self-esteem. I specialize in teaching tools to help others better communicate and repair relationships, heal attachment wounds, gain skills to set healthy boundaries, time manage, build a secure attachment, self-motivate, and adjust to life changes, including medical diagnosis, breakups/divorce, loss, injury, pregnancy through postpartum, and career changes.
I am passionate about helping others make peace with their suffering and overall live a more grounded life. I work with individuals, couples and families. I love helping others find new meaning after trauma and grief, manage depression and anxiety, as well as build healthy self-esteem. I specialize in teaching tools to help others better communicate and repair relationships, heal attachment wounds, gain skills to set healthy boundaries, time manage, build a secure attachment, self-motivate, and adjust to life changes, including medical diagnosis, breakups/divorce, loss, injury, pregnancy through postpartum, and career changes.
Dr. Jehan A Layne-Chavez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I am a licensed clinical social worker, with expertise in treating adolescents and adults struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety, substance use, and attachment disorders. I have a collaborative practice with clients. I believe that clients are the experts of their own lives, and my job is to support them in achieving their self-determined goals and objectives.
I am a licensed clinical social worker, with expertise in treating adolescents and adults struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety, substance use, and attachment disorders. I have a collaborative practice with clients. I believe that clients are the experts of their own lives, and my job is to support them in achieving their self-determined goals and objectives.
Now serving Georgia and New Mexico residents!
I offer fast, accessible telemental health services with 24-48 hour scheduling and full U.S. DOT-compliant support. I provide convenient, trauma informed services through any internet enabled-device, making access as simple as one-click away.
Now serving Georgia and New Mexico residents!
I offer fast, accessible telemental health services with 24-48 hour scheduling and full U.S. DOT-compliant support. I provide convenient, trauma informed services through any internet enabled-device, making access as simple as one-click away.
For 50 years, I have helped individuals and couples find more pleasure in life through creating satisfying relationships and meaningful work. Therapy at its best is a collaborative process between client and therapist. I have expertise in couple therapy, family therapy (including parental estrangement) and psychotherapy. I practice trauma-informed therapy, including EMDR and other trauma-clearing techniques. I incorporate yoga, meditation, deep relaxation, visualization and other mind/body techniques. I customize my approach to the unique needs of each client. My work is informed by my own healing journey.
For 50 years, I have helped individuals and couples find more pleasure in life through creating satisfying relationships and meaningful work. Therapy at its best is a collaborative process between client and therapist. I have expertise in couple therapy, family therapy (including parental estrangement) and psychotherapy. I practice trauma-informed therapy, including EMDR and other trauma-clearing techniques. I incorporate yoga, meditation, deep relaxation, visualization and other mind/body techniques. I customize my approach to the unique needs of each client. My work is informed by my own healing journey.
Many times in our lives we are driven by the pain of past events which can sometimes lead us to feel and believe that we have lost our way. Yet, the truth is that we can live within a new paradigm! How are you showing up for yourself today? I have worked with youth and adults in a variety of capacities as well as prenatal and postnatal care. Much of my experience has been working alongside those who are faced with issues of anger, general and acute stress, PTSD, anxiety, and depression. I have a deep understanding of the nuances of trauma and generational trauma & sociocultural contexts and constructs (racism, sexism, xenophobia).
Many times in our lives we are driven by the pain of past events which can sometimes lead us to feel and believe that we have lost our way. Yet, the truth is that we can live within a new paradigm! How are you showing up for yourself today? I have worked with youth and adults in a variety of capacities as well as prenatal and postnatal care. Much of my experience has been working alongside those who are faced with issues of anger, general and acute stress, PTSD, anxiety, and depression. I have a deep understanding of the nuances of trauma and generational trauma & sociocultural contexts and constructs (racism, sexism, xenophobia).
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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.