Black and African American Therapists in Chelsea, New York, NY
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Mary Guillermo
CAT-LP, R-DMT
Verified
Verified
I support
Black
women, Indigenous women, and women of the global majority who are living with depression, anxiety, and trauma. As a registered dance/movement psychotherapist, I address depression, anxiety, and other mental health concerns using a combination of body-based creative expression, mindfulness practices, and evidence-based behavioral techniques (like cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavioral therapy). My work is informed by my dance practice, which is rooted in Afro-Caribbean culture and ritual.
Bodyful Healing
LCAT, BC-DMT
Verified
Verified
We specialize in body-centered therapy for teens and adults. We hold expertise treating a variety of challenges such as Anxiety, Depression, Complex PTSD, and Eating Disorders. It is our goal to help
Black
women, Indigenous Women, and Women of the Global Majority increase confidence, connection, and joy by blending creative, mindful and evidence-based therapy. If you're looking for a therapist for yourself or your teen, email to schedule a free consultation. Online therapy offered.
Camille Lester
Counselor, LMHC, MS, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I help emotionally exhausted
Black
millennials do relationships better! Are you ready to deepen emotional intimacy + communication? Stop feeling stuck when attempting to understand or center your needs? Begin breaking down what it means to “break generational curses” and actually start breaking them? Rest assured, you are in the right place. Feeling better does not have to be I hold a deeply dynamic view of the human condition. I practice primarily from a jungian, psychodynamic, and narrative framework. I am fascinated with unpacking the root systems of the beliefs, narratives, definitions we hold close.
Taisha L. Caldwell-Harvey
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
11 Endorsed
Verified
11 Endorsed
If you are experiencing feelings of sadness or depression, feeling overwhelmed with stress or anxiety, struggling with past trauma, feeling challenged by romantic relationships, having a hard time processing grief, if you are unsure of your purpose in life, confused about the next step in your career, or simply feeling like something is holding you back from reaching your full potential, I'd love to talk with you. I'm Dr. Tai, the founder of The
Black
Girl Doctor, a completely virtual therapy practice specializing in the mental health of professional
Black
women.
The Healing Collective
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
The Healing Collective is a New York-based therapeutic group practice that centers the healing of
Black
folks, Indigenous folks, and non-
Black
folks of color. We offer telehealth services to individuals (youth and adults), couples, and families throughout New York and New Jersey. We also offer coaching services throughout the United States. The Healing Collective believes that every being is worthy of healing and that our healing comes from within. We’d be honored if you chose us for your healing journey.
Marcus Leaks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a LGBTQ+ affirming therapist and particularly enjoy working with
Black
, Brown, Indigenous, and POC clients.
Searching for a therapist can be overwhelming, even more so when you are going through life challenges and have limited energy to spare. Therapy can provide a space for healing, clarity, and growth, and the relationship between therapist and client has been found to be the most important ingredient in that process. I approach my work with flexibility, compassion, and a deep respect for self-determination. I firmly believe you are the expert in your experience.
Anisah Miley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MPA
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I work primarily with people who identify as QTBIPOC,
Black
, BIPOC, or LGBTQ folks seeking support as they build lives worth living.
Ahvegyil Skolnick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LMSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
One thing this pandemic did if nothing else is it made us turn inward. What happens when we turn inward, sometimes we may not like what we see or we may want to change things. As a
black
female therapist, I enjoy helping clients process inner child wounds whether that be related to trauma, racism, or other layers of societal expectations. Clients and I strive to create collaborative goals toward healing and acceptance of self. We can be both in a place in of acceptance and transition towards our healthiest self.
Not accepting new clients
Linton Francois
MHC-LP
Verified
Verified
My experiences as a
black
man, veteran and immigrant have driven me to help others dealing with the struggles unique to those and other marginalized communities.
Depression, trauma, anxiety, and relationship difficulties can keep us from living the life that we deserve. Psychotherapy can help us develop the necessary tools to cope and process our way through life’s challenges. I am a trained psychotherapist who enjoys working with adults and couples. My non-judgmental approach facilitates a safe and encouraging atmosphere where clients feel comfortable exploring and challenging their innermost thoughts.
Iris Bowen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Hey there! Therapy can be such an overwhelming process to get started with, especially when you may already be struggling with feelings of burnout, depression, or anxiety that make everyday tasks feel monumental. In particular for
Black
, queer, or neurodivergent individuals, feeling safe and truly seen by their therapist may be particularly challenging. With over 9 years experience, my approach to therapy is strengths-based, person-centered, affirming, anti-oppressive, and relational. Together we will consider functional strategies to help you close the gap between the life you're living, and the life you want to be living.
Franchesca M Gomez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I specialize in depression, anxiety, PTSD, women's issues, and the unique struggles faced by the latino and
black
community.
Hello everyone! I'm a bilingual Spanish speaking therapist, providing a safe environment for clients to process and explore their behaviors, thoughts, and feelings. I work with a diverse population, and sessions are always tailored to meet the client's needs. My approach consists of insight-oriented psychotherapy. When we have a better understanding of our thoughts and behaviors, it allows us to gain self-awareness, improving our relationship with ourselves and others. I believe that love and compassion, allow us to navigate life's challenges with grace and ease.
Miracle Jade Coleman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MPH, MA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My focus is adults who are struggling with a sexual issue. I want to help people of all kinds; people of all genders, people of all races, people of all sexual orientations (heterosexual, homosexual, bisexual and asexual), people in all kinds of relationships (polyamorous, monogamous) and people with varied ability-levels. I consider myself to be honest, knowledgeable, wise and confident. Additionally, I identify as a deaf
Black
woman. It should be noted that I lost my hearing as an adult and I wear an implant, thus my communication skills are excellent, and I can hear quite well.
Franchester Edwards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I work with people struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma after unexpected life events. Through my eclectic approach, clients gain a new perspective and free themselves from self-defeating thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Reframing is powerful. It empowers clients to choose a different way to look at their situation so they can find self compassion, acceptance, and peace. As an
African American
woman, I also understand how race and ethnicity play a factor in mental health. My practice offers strategies addressing racial stress and microaggressions. Let’s find ways to respond, heal, and move forward.
Jasmine Jackson
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a
Black
, female person.
I enjoy working with individuals of all ages and identities. My areas of focus include supporting individuals who have experienced trauma, anxiety, self-esteem, depression, and relationship challenges. I have experience working and supporting individuals from low socioeconomic backgrounds, as well as young adolescents who have low self esteem. I am passionate about using a cognitive behavioral, and person-centered approach in all her therapeutic work.
Ashanti Woods
Pre-Licensed Professional, CAT-LP, BC-DMT
Verified
Verified
I support
Black
Women, Indigenous Women, Women of the Global Majority, and LGBTQIA+ who are living with depression, anxiety, ADHD, and complex trauma. I believe that there is more than one way to heal, so my approach to therapy includes several modalities to help you get the best result possible — modifying intrusive thoughts and undesirable beliefs using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Cognitive Processing for Trauma (CPT), emotion regulation and behavior change using Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), mindfulness/relaxation and trauma work using dance/movement psychotherapy and somatic practices.
Vanessa Bruce-Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
Verified
Vanessa, also known as Vee (she/they), is a celebrated metalsmith and clinician with formal training in working with LGBTQ communities. Vee’s identities as a
Black
, Jamaican born, queer woman have been integral in shaping their therapeutic practice. Vee is deeply invested in utilizing humanistic and strength based approaches in supporting LGBTQ, BIPOC, and underserved individuals in meeting their wellness goals through coaching and therapy.
Kip
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a
Black
woman of Ghanaian descent and a first-generation American.
As human beings, we tend to strive towards certainty. We seek certainty in who we are, certainty in our relationships with others, and certainty in how the world should be. However, our need for certainty is often thwarted by the uncertain and fluctuating nature of everyone and everything. Therapy can be a space where the daunting uncertainty is contained. Therapy can be a space where you and I confront the uncertainty together and try to understand what it is trying to communicate to you. Therapy can be a space where we make the leap from uncertainty into safety, trust, and meaningfulness.
Jennifer Sterling
Art Therapist, MS, R-DMT, LCAT
Verified
Verified
Hi! I'm Jennifer. I support
Black
women, Indigenous women, and women of the global majority who are living with depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and trauma using a combination of somatic practices, body-based creative expression, mindfulness practices, and evidence-based behavioral techniques, like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT).
Alchemize with Ellysa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Verified
Verified
*Email me only please. I journey with women/non-binary folx in my practice! I am a trauma alchemist, whose client population mostly consists of (but is not limited to) Latinx and
Black
- powerful cycle breakers. I engage in transformational work with survivors of childhood trauma, toxic friendships, mother-daughter dysfunction, father wound, poverty trauma, spiritual abuse, imposter syndrome, immigration/acculturation & gaslighting. Trauma manifests in many forms including: anxiety, depression, hyper-vigilance, codependency, people pleasing, self-criticism, and difficulty regulating emotions.
Not accepting new clients
Gemma Boyd
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
As a biracial (Caucasian and
Black
) Psychologist, I’m personally and professionally dedicated to exploring diversity issues in therapy and I am an ally.
Are you feeling stressed more than usual? Have you not felt like yourself? Maybe you are feeling nervous or depressed? Are you feeling the impact of COVID-19 pandemic? Mental health has a significant negative impact on our overall well-being. For me, relationship building with my clients is a foundation for our work together. Identities and relationships matter to me and so I make sure that this is central to our work together. Being courageous enough to be vulnerable can and does incite growth. With my training and your expertise about yourself, together we will make a meaningful change in your mental health and quality of life.
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What type of Chelsea, New York mental health professional is right for me?
While most types of therapy have a lot in common, they also fall into clusters that share core features, such as cognitive therapies or psychodynamic approaches. It is important to seek someone who practices evidence-based therapy, meaning one or more forms of treatment that have been scientifically evaluated and tested, and demonstrate consistent improvement for a majority of patients.
If you are unsure about choosing the right therapist or psychologist, it might be useful to first learn more about therapy types and modalities.
If you are unsure about choosing the right therapist or psychologist, it might be useful to first learn more about therapy types and modalities.
How to find a therapist or counselor in Chelsea, New York?
When looking to find a therapist, start by considering training and credentials. Studies also indicate that the therapeutic alliance, or the relationship the client develops with the therapist, is an important factor in their ability to work together to achieve the client’s goals.
What method of therapy is right for me?
When it comes to treatment methods, there's no 'right way.’ Each method of therapy can be beneficial for a variety of issues. Finding a psychologist or therapist who is a good fit for you is the most important step to discovering what type of therapy, or combination of therapeutic approaches, will meet your individual needs. Learn what to expect from different types of therapy and how they work.
How to use my insurance?
Understanding cost and insurance coverage is an important concern for many people. With some basic research and conversations with prospective therapists, you should be able to have a good understanding of the best way to afford therapy.