Black and African American Therapists in Chelsea, New York, NY

An ideal client is someone who has been through long history of trauma, psychosocial stressors such as relationship issues, problems at work and dilemmas with social relationships. This client would need support in exploring and processing these issues, discovering insightful techniques and strategies to address these problems. These tools with further address issues along the way.

Hi! I'm Ariana, a Mental Health Therapist and Clinical Psy.D Doctoral student. Welcome to the beginning of this beautiful journey of therapy! You are simply, a human, wanting freedom from past trauma, pain, and the daily stressors that threaten to take you down. I can relate in more ways than one and promise to be with you every step of the way. There will be challenging times, exhausting even. However, you deserve to live a life that is authentic, joy-filled, and open to receiving all of life's blessings. Don't doubt yourself, doubt your doubts. Be unapologetically you and you will experience a freedom that you've only dreamt of.

If you find yourself grappling with people-pleasing, struggling to say no, lack confident, feeling that you are never good enough, doubtful of every decision, difficulties maintaining relationships, and doubtful of your abilities or chances of success. You're in the right place. I work with individuals to cultivate self-compassion, assertiveness, and confidence, developing ways to tackle anxiety, boost self-esteem, heal trauma and your inner child.

Are you a woman dealing with fertility issues? Are you struggling to conceive a child; going through fertility treatments; considering using donor eggs/sperm or surrogate; or even thinking about adoption or life without children? Have you been battling with feelings of frustration, depression, anxiety, hopelessness or worthlessness? Do you find the stresses associated with your fertility journey are beginning to impact your personal relationships, making them difficult to manage? Your family and friends offer their support but you still feel alone and isolated.

Are you ready to embrace a journey of self-discovery and empowerment? Imagine you are ready to dive into the depths of your own existence. You're eager to overcome anxiety's grip, conquer low self-esteem, and find your way through the labyrinth of life transitions. Your journey of self-discovery, existential questions, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, relationship hurdles, or life transitions are part of your story. Join me in embarking on a transformative expedition! If you're ready to conquer your inner battles, forge authentic relationships, and step into a brighter future, reach out today.

Do you find yourself getting stuck in the same relationship patterns over and over again? Do you find yourself doing everything in your power to discontinue previous relational patterns and behaviors? Are you struggling with self-doubt, low-self-esteem, and painful self-criticism that seems to be holding you back? My approach to therapy looks at these patterns and behaviors through the lens of parts work. This allows us to separate the self (you), from the parts that struggle with self-doubt, and from the parts that persist in repeating unhealthy relationships and behavioral patterns.

Are things shifting in your life and you find yourself looking for the proper footing to take life by the reins? Are you trying to figure out your purpose, impact, and strengths? Do you find yourself struggling to communicate in your relationships? You are not alone. I am here to relate to you in an authentic way, offering you transparency, and partnering with you through every step of the work. I will help you feel confident knowing and communicating your wants, needs, and desires through your life transitions. I also provide coaching and/or family therapy to help parents and children communicate better.

I am a trained clinical counselor and have also been licensed as a minister for over 20 years. Using both an evidence based and faith based approach to counseling, I specialize in the application of scripture upon the myriad of life's issues that arises in one's life. I am happy to work one on one or in conjunction with my client's other medical/mental health support as a part of an integrative team.

Are you feeling lost? Hopeless? Adrift? Often, we rely on tricks and tools that have assisted in the past to deal with new problems. This becomes a problem when these tricks and tools no longer work. We can work together to answers your questions and concerns. All you need to bring with you to session is a desire to change. Curiosity about yourself and the world around you can be one of your greatest superpowers.

Are you feeling overwhelmed with life transitions? Do you feel like you just can’t catch a break and things seem like they are falling apart in your relationships? Whether you are experiencing a huge life transition, experienced a loss, or feeling like you are ready to address your trauma, Simply Redefining is the practice for you. Janelle and her team seeks to empower and shift the narrative of mental health for Christian millennial women of color and couples by helping them heal their trauma and develop tools to sustain them in their everyday life.

I am a compassionate and client-centered LGBTQ+ affirmative therapist striving to help clients feel safe to explore all aspects of themselves. I have five years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families, supporting a wide range of needs including anxiety, trauma, depression, illness, and identity development. As a creative arts therapist, I have collaborated with clients by tailoring interventions to their unique needs, and has witnessed them make meaningful connections to their artwork, developing new skills in the process.

I bring exceptional training and over twenty years of experience serving my clients. I enjoy working with adolescents, adults, and seniors. I have worked with a wide variety of issues, including depression, anxiety, addiction, and trauma. Together we can work to help equip you with the necessary tools to help you face and overcome your challenges. Whether you’re struggling with trauma, overcoming addiction, or depression, it is important that you know you don’t have to be alone in this journey. We have the experience to help you achieve your goals, overcome these struggles, and live a more fulfilling and meaningful life.

Welcome to Jones Mental Health Counseling! Seeking help to cope and rediscover a happy place is not as easy as people think; but it’s a start. Therapy allows you to open your mind and express your feelings. It also allows you to take a closer look at triggers that have played a significant role in holding you back from reaching the goals you would like to accomplish. Jones Mental Health Counseling's motto is “We can go the distance”. Solutions always seem so far away. As your therapist, I will provide you with a safe and nurturing space to explore these underlying issues that have become a challenge to overcome.

Exploring your inner world is akin to navigating a labyrinth – complex, with twists and turns. Yet, within lies the keys to understanding yourself: the quality of your earliest relationships, your overlapping identities, and the many meanings derived from impactful experiences. In therapy with me, crafted for young adults, artists, and deep thinkers, you'll unearth invaluable insights and practical skills. Together, we'll rebuild self-trust, conquer anxiety, and heal wounds, empowering you to embody your creative, secure, and potent self.

I believe that healing is a collaborative endeavor that requires honest caring without judgment, and cooperatively assists my clients in clarifying their goals for treatment. Rather than adopting one methodology for all individuals and issues, I draw from a variety of methods to create a tailored approach for each individual and situation. As a therapist, I am warm, open, encouraging, and direct. I considers myself an active therapist, combining experience, education, creativity, and sense of humor with a down-to-earth, realistic approach to counseling.

I am a licensed clinical social worker with more than 15 years of experience working with families and individuals. I provide short-term, holistic, and a compassionate approach to therapy in a non-judgmental, and safe setting for the client population I serve. Early in my career, I learned that building a therapeutic relationship and establishing good rapport with clients is essential in providing quality care.

Showing up is half the journey, welcome! Life isn't easy, and as we navigate the systems in our home environment, communities, or society, we can often find ourselves undone with no support in sight. I am dedicated to offering you a well-rounded experience, whether it's a specific problem or a deeper dive.

I believe the therapeutic process is about relationship and connection. I love supporting people through the difficulties of life. In doing so, I love to laugh, joke, connect, be real, and down to earth. I have an audacious and thought provoking approach to treatment. My approach allows me to directly connect with clients in a manner that is comfortable and authentic. Through treatment I provide my clients with healthy challenges, and autonomy in guiding their own treatment. My goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment for clients.

You should commend yourself! Why? Well, If you’re reading this you have taken the first steps towards your next chapter. Because you’ve come across my page it means that you’ve taken the first step in us working together. I hope to be a part of this new profound chapter where I help support you as you reconnect with the person you lost touch with. My aim is to help clients develop personal coping skills to daily stressors. All clients are different therefore I take an eclectic approach.