Black and African American Therapists in Harriman, NY
Hi! I'm Erin Holmes. The clients who will use our services may be resistant to verbal expressions of therapy. They are interested in using a creative process to develop awareness of how self- care, impacts the relationships that we have with others, and the environment we create together. Persons of color, who have been traditionally marginalized or oppressed with no access to culturally relevant therapeutic services, will feel at home. Ultimately, our clients are interested in learning how their respective subcultures can strengthen their mind, body and spirit to assist them in moving through life's difficult transitions.
Hi! I'm Erin Holmes. The clients who will use our services may be resistant to verbal expressions of therapy. They are interested in using a creative process to develop awareness of how self- care, impacts the relationships that we have with others, and the environment we create together. Persons of color, who have been traditionally marginalized or oppressed with no access to culturally relevant therapeutic services, will feel at home. Ultimately, our clients are interested in learning how their respective subcultures can strengthen their mind, body and spirit to assist them in moving through life's difficult transitions.
Are you struggling with emotional issues that are affecting your daily life?, are you dealing with symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, depression as a result of past trauma and/or past family dysfunction? There is help through an integrated approach to therapy. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a board certified Pastoral Counselor, I offer value sensitive care; offering a bio-psycho-social-spiritual approach, with tools to break the cycle of family dysfunction, trauma and abuse. Let me show you how spirituality and therapy can work together to promote inner healing.
Take the first step towards your transformation today.
Are you struggling with emotional issues that are affecting your daily life?, are you dealing with symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, depression as a result of past trauma and/or past family dysfunction? There is help through an integrated approach to therapy. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a board certified Pastoral Counselor, I offer value sensitive care; offering a bio-psycho-social-spiritual approach, with tools to break the cycle of family dysfunction, trauma and abuse. Let me show you how spirituality and therapy can work together to promote inner healing.
Take the first step towards your transformation today.
My areas of specialty are psychological evaluations and therapy with children, adolescents and their parents. I have over 25 years experience which include pre-doctoral experience working with children, adolescents and adults. My post-doctoral experience include providing individual therapy for adult psychiatric patients in long term care facilities and more recently with the developmentally disabled population. I have also done individual and group therapy with sexually traumatized and at risk adolescent girls.
In addition to training, one of the qualities of a good psychologist is his/her personality.
My areas of specialty are psychological evaluations and therapy with children, adolescents and their parents. I have over 25 years experience which include pre-doctoral experience working with children, adolescents and adults. My post-doctoral experience include providing individual therapy for adult psychiatric patients in long term care facilities and more recently with the developmentally disabled population. I have also done individual and group therapy with sexually traumatized and at risk adolescent girls.
In addition to training, one of the qualities of a good psychologist is his/her personality.
I specialize in working with individuals from marginalized, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and Stud ( Black lesbian and queer) communities who are looking for a therapy space where they can show up fully, without feeling judged, misunderstood, or pressured to shrink.
Many of my clients come to therapy carrying anxiety, trauma, relationship struggles, burnout, identity exploration, family stress, or the deep emotional exhaustion that comes from surviving in spaces that weren't built for them. If you are questioning your relationship with alcohol or substances, navigating sobriety, or need a space I am here.
I specialize in working with individuals from marginalized, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and Stud ( Black lesbian and queer) communities who are looking for a therapy space where they can show up fully, without feeling judged, misunderstood, or pressured to shrink.
Many of my clients come to therapy carrying anxiety, trauma, relationship struggles, burnout, identity exploration, family stress, or the deep emotional exhaustion that comes from surviving in spaces that weren't built for them. If you are questioning your relationship with alcohol or substances, navigating sobriety, or need a space I am here.
Are you going through a sudden life transition and are feeling lost or overwhelmed? Are you consumed with worry, fear and anxious thoughts that take up your time, energy and keep you up at night? Are you feeling unsure of what's next? I can help support you as you navigate this transition. My goal is to create a non-judgmental and supportive environment to help process life’s challenges. Let me help you quiet down your inner critic and offer a safe space to process and explore your inner world. Let's connect and get started on working towards your happiness.
Are you going through a sudden life transition and are feeling lost or overwhelmed? Are you consumed with worry, fear and anxious thoughts that take up your time, energy and keep you up at night? Are you feeling unsure of what's next? I can help support you as you navigate this transition. My goal is to create a non-judgmental and supportive environment to help process life’s challenges. Let me help you quiet down your inner critic and offer a safe space to process and explore your inner world. Let's connect and get started on working towards your happiness.
Hi! My name is Pamela Valdez. I’m a bilingual (Spanish/English) Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 10 years of experience integrating Christian faith and evidence-based practice. I provide trauma-informed online therapy for teens and adults across New York navigating depression, anxiety, grief, body image concerns, life transitions, and perinatal or postnatal challenges. Whether you’re feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, or seeking emotional and spiritual balance, I offer a safe space to process, heal, and grow.
Hi! My name is Pamela Valdez. I’m a bilingual (Spanish/English) Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 10 years of experience integrating Christian faith and evidence-based practice. I provide trauma-informed online therapy for teens and adults across New York navigating depression, anxiety, grief, body image concerns, life transitions, and perinatal or postnatal challenges. Whether you’re feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, or seeking emotional and spiritual balance, I offer a safe space to process, heal, and grow.
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Are you struggling with anxiety, spending your time overthinking everything, or feeling as if you are not making any personal or professional progress. Or perhaps you feel overwhelmed by an endless to-do list or worry that you never finish anything you start? If so, you’re not alone, and I am here to help you discover ways to reduce anxiety, improve your sleep, break the cycle of overthinking and feelings of being overwhelmed, and develop effective self-care strategies tailored to you.
Are you struggling with anxiety, spending your time overthinking everything, or feeling as if you are not making any personal or professional progress. Or perhaps you feel overwhelmed by an endless to-do list or worry that you never finish anything you start? If so, you’re not alone, and I am here to help you discover ways to reduce anxiety, improve your sleep, break the cycle of overthinking and feelings of being overwhelmed, and develop effective self-care strategies tailored to you.
Do you have dreams of a happier and healthier lifestyle? Do you know what you want in life but feel stuck due to past traumatic experiences, sadness, stress, anxiety, or self esteem issues? You don't have to work through this alone.
Do you have dreams of a happier and healthier lifestyle? Do you know what you want in life but feel stuck due to past traumatic experiences, sadness, stress, anxiety, or self esteem issues? You don't have to work through this alone.
Jeanine connects deeply, helping individuals discover their true selves and feel heard through intense and positive behavior change therapy. This helps people make better decisions in their lives and in their relationships. She uses humor and hard work to address painful thoughts and unhealthy behaviors while empowering clients to see their real strengths. Her decades long experience counseling NBA and NFL players, celebrities, other professionals as well as college students, is a testimony to her gift specializing in work with those who live with enhanced pressure.
Jeanine connects deeply, helping individuals discover their true selves and feel heard through intense and positive behavior change therapy. This helps people make better decisions in their lives and in their relationships. She uses humor and hard work to address painful thoughts and unhealthy behaviors while empowering clients to see their real strengths. Her decades long experience counseling NBA and NFL players, celebrities, other professionals as well as college students, is a testimony to her gift specializing in work with those who live with enhanced pressure.
Dr. Denise Mitchell DSW Therapy
Licensed Master Social Worker, DSW, LMSW, MBA
1 Endorsed
Online Only
My ideal client is someone who is deeply motivated to make positive changes in their life but feels overwhelmed by the barriers they face, whether those barriers are internal, such as anxiety, depression, or self-doubt, or external, such as systemic discrimination, financial instability, or family dynamics. This client may be at a crossroads in their life—perhaps they are transitioning from one phase of life to another, dealing with significant loss, or striving to overcome long-standing challenges that have held them back. Issues: The client might struggle with issues related to mental health, such as depression or anxiety,
My ideal client is someone who is deeply motivated to make positive changes in their life but feels overwhelmed by the barriers they face, whether those barriers are internal, such as anxiety, depression, or self-doubt, or external, such as systemic discrimination, financial instability, or family dynamics. This client may be at a crossroads in their life—perhaps they are transitioning from one phase of life to another, dealing with significant loss, or striving to overcome long-standing challenges that have held them back. Issues: The client might struggle with issues related to mental health, such as depression or anxiety,
I have more than a decade of working with people of different backgrounds and ethnicities. I practice through a solution-focused approach, client-centered therapy, and narrative therapy. The essence of my approach is to help you see the beauty within yourself through a warm individual-centered approach.
I have more than a decade of working with people of different backgrounds and ethnicities. I practice through a solution-focused approach, client-centered therapy, and narrative therapy. The essence of my approach is to help you see the beauty within yourself through a warm individual-centered approach.
Adeyemi Aladenika is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who has accumulated multiple years of experience supporting Adults of different ages and backgrounds.
Adeyemi Aladenika is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who has accumulated multiple years of experience supporting Adults of different ages and backgrounds.
What drew me to this path was being able to help people see that they carry the strength and resilience for resolutions on their own. Much of what people may need is some guidance and support through their healing journeys.
I specialize in working with individuals navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I take a client-centered, collaborative approach to therapy, tailoring each session to your unique needs and goals. Together, we'll identify challenges and work on strategies to help you move forward with confidence.
What drew me to this path was being able to help people see that they carry the strength and resilience for resolutions on their own. Much of what people may need is some guidance and support through their healing journeys.
I specialize in working with individuals navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I take a client-centered, collaborative approach to therapy, tailoring each session to your unique needs and goals. Together, we'll identify challenges and work on strategies to help you move forward with confidence.
Are you or your child adjusting to a major life change? Are you noticing more and more challenging emotions and behaviors? My practice focuses on helping women and children get through life transitions with more ease and confidence. Children learn how to manage and communicate their emotions and parents build the tools to best support themselves and their family. Women learn to lean into their strengths and better connect with who they are and what they need. In therapy, I'l help you deepen your understanding of the value you bring to those around you. Change is not easy but you can get through and I'm here to help.
Are you or your child adjusting to a major life change? Are you noticing more and more challenging emotions and behaviors? My practice focuses on helping women and children get through life transitions with more ease and confidence. Children learn how to manage and communicate their emotions and parents build the tools to best support themselves and their family. Women learn to lean into their strengths and better connect with who they are and what they need. In therapy, I'l help you deepen your understanding of the value you bring to those around you. Change is not easy but you can get through and I'm here to help.
Dr. Izetta Briggs-Bolling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, LMHC, CASAC-G, SAP
1 Endorsed
Middletown, NY 10941
Many of my clients are professionals that value their privacy and struggle with balancing the demands of life which may include alcohol, substance and mental health related concerns. My ideal clients are individuals and families that do not believe change is possible. My work is grounded in strength-based, harm reduction treatment modalities that address the needs of people from all backgrounds and lifestyles. The goal is to foster supportive, non judgmental atmospheres of trust and honesty to explore problematic relationships and other challenging life concerns to promote healthy lifestyle changes for themselves and their families.
Many of my clients are professionals that value their privacy and struggle with balancing the demands of life which may include alcohol, substance and mental health related concerns. My ideal clients are individuals and families that do not believe change is possible. My work is grounded in strength-based, harm reduction treatment modalities that address the needs of people from all backgrounds and lifestyles. The goal is to foster supportive, non judgmental atmospheres of trust and honesty to explore problematic relationships and other challenging life concerns to promote healthy lifestyle changes for themselves and their families.
With over 20 years of helping individuals and families and 15 years as a licensed therapist, I have come to realize that mental wellness is a relational journey. People are at varying stages of this journey when they seek assistance to feel better, however the common factor is that they are seeking validation or invalidation for their thoughts, feelings, or behaviors. In essence, they are looking to be heard! I am able to provide a safe and casual exchange where you the client are able to speak freely in a nonjudgmental environment. It is most important to build a relationship, albeit a therapeutic one with those who chose me.
With over 20 years of helping individuals and families and 15 years as a licensed therapist, I have come to realize that mental wellness is a relational journey. People are at varying stages of this journey when they seek assistance to feel better, however the common factor is that they are seeking validation or invalidation for their thoughts, feelings, or behaviors. In essence, they are looking to be heard! I am able to provide a safe and casual exchange where you the client are able to speak freely in a nonjudgmental environment. It is most important to build a relationship, albeit a therapeutic one with those who chose me.
Hey there, are you seeking support navigating a challenging relationship with a significant other or family member? Working on a complex intimate relationship or recovering from a breakup or separation? How about receiving premarital counseling? If any of this resonates with you please feel free to reach out to me for support.
Hey there, are you seeking support navigating a challenging relationship with a significant other or family member? Working on a complex intimate relationship or recovering from a breakup or separation? How about receiving premarital counseling? If any of this resonates with you please feel free to reach out to me for support.
Imagine a life where your mind is clear, anxiety is under your control, and depression no longer holds you captive. The weight of stress, trauma, insecurities, limiting beliefs, and relationship issues doesn't have to define your existence forever. Transformation is within reach! I empower women like you to break free from barriers, shatter self-defeating beliefs, forge an unshakable mindset, and reach your most cherished goals.
In addition to individual therapy, I provide comprehensive immigration psychological evaluations for individuals and families navigating the U.S. immigration process.
Imagine a life where your mind is clear, anxiety is under your control, and depression no longer holds you captive. The weight of stress, trauma, insecurities, limiting beliefs, and relationship issues doesn't have to define your existence forever. Transformation is within reach! I empower women like you to break free from barriers, shatter self-defeating beliefs, forge an unshakable mindset, and reach your most cherished goals.
In addition to individual therapy, I provide comprehensive immigration psychological evaluations for individuals and families navigating the U.S. immigration process.
Is your life stressful and overwhelming? Are you ready to break self-destructive patterns and addictions? If your answer is yes, then help is at hand. Goal Focus Psychotherapy Services, LLC.(GFPS) incorporates faith along with psychodynamic intervention to give you an effective plan of action. Individualized attention is given to address persistent personal, relationship and work concerns. You and your family can express your feelings privately with someone who is supportive and non-judgmental. Our objective is to focus on goals to maximize your therapeutic experience. With over 25 yrs. experience, we now offer telehealth sessions
Is your life stressful and overwhelming? Are you ready to break self-destructive patterns and addictions? If your answer is yes, then help is at hand. Goal Focus Psychotherapy Services, LLC.(GFPS) incorporates faith along with psychodynamic intervention to give you an effective plan of action. Individualized attention is given to address persistent personal, relationship and work concerns. You and your family can express your feelings privately with someone who is supportive and non-judgmental. Our objective is to focus on goals to maximize your therapeutic experience. With over 25 yrs. experience, we now offer telehealth sessions
For others, you’re the strong friend. You’re driven, externally composed, and consistently delivering for everyone else. But internally, the cost of being so reliable is becoming overwhelming.
When your self-worth is tied to your performance, you never truly feel off the clock. Anxiety doesn't always look like fear. For you, it looks like overthinking, irritability, needing control, or a quiet, persistent sense of "not enough". You might feel guilt in those moments when you finally try to rest or take time for yourself, only to have a critical inner voice immediately start listing all the things you should do instead.
For others, you’re the strong friend. You’re driven, externally composed, and consistently delivering for everyone else. But internally, the cost of being so reliable is becoming overwhelming.
When your self-worth is tied to your performance, you never truly feel off the clock. Anxiety doesn't always look like fear. For you, it looks like overthinking, irritability, needing control, or a quiet, persistent sense of "not enough". You might feel guilt in those moments when you finally try to rest or take time for yourself, only to have a critical inner voice immediately start listing all the things you should do instead.
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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.