Black and African American Therapists in Huber Heights, OH
Mindful Soul Therapeutic Solutions LLC
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC, LICDC, SAP
Huber Heights, OH 45424
We are highly experienced and empathetic therapists that offer a holistic therapeutic approach in a straightforward, compassionate, non-judgmental and supportive environment. Our approach integrates the mind, body and spirit. We work collaboratively with individuals to discard their unconscious, inauthentic self and move to a place of empowerment and balance. We focus on the effects that generational trauma, cultural/systemic oppression and environmental interactions have on the overall emotional well-being of children and families, adolescents, and adults.
We are highly experienced and empathetic therapists that offer a holistic therapeutic approach in a straightforward, compassionate, non-judgmental and supportive environment. Our approach integrates the mind, body and spirit. We work collaboratively with individuals to discard their unconscious, inauthentic self and move to a place of empowerment and balance. We focus on the effects that generational trauma, cultural/systemic oppression and environmental interactions have on the overall emotional well-being of children and families, adolescents, and adults.
With over 20 years of experience in the field of mental health, I am a Clinical Social Worker dedicated to supporting individuals, couples, and families on their path toward healing and personal growth. I believe that each person brings their own unique strengths to therapy, and I use a strengths-based approach to help clients build on what’s already working while gently addressing the areas where they may feel stuck or overwhelmed.
With over 20 years of experience in the field of mental health, I am a Clinical Social Worker dedicated to supporting individuals, couples, and families on their path toward healing and personal growth. I believe that each person brings their own unique strengths to therapy, and I use a strengths-based approach to help clients build on what’s already working while gently addressing the areas where they may feel stuck or overwhelmed.
I’m Timothy Tharp, MBA, MA, LCDC-I, Life Coach and U.S. Air Force Veteran. I work with adults who feel overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, or in need of structure and clear direction. My specialties include addiction treatment, traumatic brain injury (TBI), chronic pain, anxiety, men’s emotional health, and marriage and relationship stress.
My mission is to guide clients—veterans and civilians alike—through life’s transitions with clarity, confidence, and purpose. I hold an MBA and an MA in Security Management, and I served as a U.S. Air Force Training Instructor, leading and mentoring in high-pressure, high-responsibility environments.
I’m Timothy Tharp, MBA, MA, LCDC-I, Life Coach and U.S. Air Force Veteran. I work with adults who feel overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, or in need of structure and clear direction. My specialties include addiction treatment, traumatic brain injury (TBI), chronic pain, anxiety, men’s emotional health, and marriage and relationship stress.
My mission is to guide clients—veterans and civilians alike—through life’s transitions with clarity, confidence, and purpose. I hold an MBA and an MA in Security Management, and I served as a U.S. Air Force Training Instructor, leading and mentoring in high-pressure, high-responsibility environments.
Most couples don’t come to therapy because they don’t love each other. They come because they keep having the same conversations without resolution. You may feel unheard, misunderstood, or emotionally disconnected—or like no matter how you try to communicate, it turns into conflict or distance. I help couples and families identify and change the patterns that keep them stuck so real repair can happen.
I currently prioritize couples and family therapy services. Individual therapy is limited and may be offered on a waitlist basis. Extended sessions and intensives are also available for those seeking more focused, structured support.
Most couples don’t come to therapy because they don’t love each other. They come because they keep having the same conversations without resolution. You may feel unheard, misunderstood, or emotionally disconnected—or like no matter how you try to communicate, it turns into conflict or distance. I help couples and families identify and change the patterns that keep them stuck so real repair can happen.
I currently prioritize couples and family therapy services. Individual therapy is limited and may be offered on a waitlist basis. Extended sessions and intensives are also available for those seeking more focused, structured support.
I am a passionate and dedicated substance abuse counselor with over 18 years of experience in counseling, specializing in supporting teenagers and young adults in mental wellness and substance abuse recovery. With dual licensure in chemical dependency counseling and school counseling, I take a holistic approach to helping individuals navigate challenges related to addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions.
I am a passionate and dedicated substance abuse counselor with over 18 years of experience in counseling, specializing in supporting teenagers and young adults in mental wellness and substance abuse recovery. With dual licensure in chemical dependency counseling and school counseling, I take a holistic approach to helping individuals navigate challenges related to addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions.
With over 20 years of experience in the field of mental health, I am a Clinical Social Worker dedicated to supporting individuals, couples, and families on their path toward healing and personal growth. I believe that each person brings their own unique strengths to therapy, and I use a strengths-based approach to help clients build on what’s already working while gently addressing the areas where they may feel stuck or overwhelmed. My practice is grounded in the belief that everyone deserves to be heard, supported, and treated with compassion.
With over 20 years of experience in the field of mental health, I am a Clinical Social Worker dedicated to supporting individuals, couples, and families on their path toward healing and personal growth. I believe that each person brings their own unique strengths to therapy, and I use a strengths-based approach to help clients build on what’s already working while gently addressing the areas where they may feel stuck or overwhelmed. My practice is grounded in the belief that everyone deserves to be heard, supported, and treated with compassion.
Therapy doesn’t have to feel intimidating. I believe it can feel more like sitting down with a warm cup of coffee and having a real, honest conversation. I’m Jeralyn R. Tharp, M.Ed., LPCC-S, LICDC, GAMB, with over 29 years of experience supporting teens, adults, veterans, and families through anxiety, trauma, addiction, OCD, eating disorders, and life transitions. I own a group practice, so if I’m not the best fit, we have trusted providers in-house. Many clients attend therapy for little to no cost with just a copay—even if a deductible hasn’t been met.
Therapy doesn’t have to feel intimidating. I believe it can feel more like sitting down with a warm cup of coffee and having a real, honest conversation. I’m Jeralyn R. Tharp, M.Ed., LPCC-S, LICDC, GAMB, with over 29 years of experience supporting teens, adults, veterans, and families through anxiety, trauma, addiction, OCD, eating disorders, and life transitions. I own a group practice, so if I’m not the best fit, we have trusted providers in-house. Many clients attend therapy for little to no cost with just a copay—even if a deductible hasn’t been met.
Life has many challenges, at times we all need a listening ear of support. If your tired of being sick and tired let's work together to gain a balance in your relationships, work and personal growth. Living in Balance offers supportive and compassionate counseling for individual and family interventions, to help empower you in meeting life's struggles. LIB respects your choices and your beliefs, acknowledging that difficult situation can be workable by achieving a common understanding. We are very sensitive to the needs of individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Life has many challenges, at times we all need a listening ear of support. If your tired of being sick and tired let's work together to gain a balance in your relationships, work and personal growth. Living in Balance offers supportive and compassionate counseling for individual and family interventions, to help empower you in meeting life's struggles. LIB respects your choices and your beliefs, acknowledging that difficult situation can be workable by achieving a common understanding. We are very sensitive to the needs of individuals from diverse backgrounds.
I am honored to be on this healing journey with you. I would love to assist you with finding new vitality in your life and relationships. I have extensive experience with counseling diverse populations in the areas of trauma, anxiety, impulsivity, dissociative, and depressive symptomology. I can assist with stress management, relational problems, and navigating life adjustments. I have completed the STAR Three Tier Training for Counseling Veterans. I am looking forward to working with military and first responders to assist with trauma processing and adjustments.
I am honored to be on this healing journey with you. I would love to assist you with finding new vitality in your life and relationships. I have extensive experience with counseling diverse populations in the areas of trauma, anxiety, impulsivity, dissociative, and depressive symptomology. I can assist with stress management, relational problems, and navigating life adjustments. I have completed the STAR Three Tier Training for Counseling Veterans. I am looking forward to working with military and first responders to assist with trauma processing and adjustments.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I bring experience from public education as a school counselor, Christian counseling ministry, and private practice settings. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of supporting individuals facing grief, anxiety, stress, PTSD, life transitions, and other emotional challenges. My training and background have strengthened my belief that counseling should always be centered on the unique needs, goals, and experiences of each individual.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I bring experience from public education as a school counselor, Christian counseling ministry, and private practice settings. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of supporting individuals facing grief, anxiety, stress, PTSD, life transitions, and other emotional challenges. My training and background have strengthened my belief that counseling should always be centered on the unique needs, goals, and experiences of each individual.
Life can be difficult at times. If you are in need of someone to listen and help you get through the hard parts of life, please call us. It can really help if you have someone to listen and give new perspectives when you get stuck or are struggling with a problem in your life. We have the best therapists in the area and have a strong reputation for quality and professional care.
Life can be difficult at times. If you are in need of someone to listen and help you get through the hard parts of life, please call us. It can really help if you have someone to listen and give new perspectives when you get stuck or are struggling with a problem in your life. We have the best therapists in the area and have a strong reputation for quality and professional care.
My clients are individuals experiencing troubling thoughts and emotions or unwanted habits and behaviors who are willing to engage in a tele-counseling relationship to resolve personal and relationship issues. If you feel stuck in your own efforts to solve an uncomfortable dilemma, I am here for confidential support and creative problem-solving for couples and individuals.
My clients are individuals experiencing troubling thoughts and emotions or unwanted habits and behaviors who are willing to engage in a tele-counseling relationship to resolve personal and relationship issues. If you feel stuck in your own efforts to solve an uncomfortable dilemma, I am here for confidential support and creative problem-solving for couples and individuals.
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Over 5 years of experience helping others heal in various mental health settings. I worked with children and their parents in hospitals, schools, non-profit institutions, and foster care organizations. My mental health focus has been postpartum depression, depression, anxiety, and poor self-esteem in both youth and adults. I thrive to help others manage and develop coping strategies, self-esteem, self-confidence, reduce stress, and build resilience. I use a strength based and cognitive restructuring approach.
Over 5 years of experience helping others heal in various mental health settings. I worked with children and their parents in hospitals, schools, non-profit institutions, and foster care organizations. My mental health focus has been postpartum depression, depression, anxiety, and poor self-esteem in both youth and adults. I thrive to help others manage and develop coping strategies, self-esteem, self-confidence, reduce stress, and build resilience. I use a strength based and cognitive restructuring approach.
I offer culturally responsive care, and many clients value working with a Black male clinician.
My ideal clients are people who feel stuck under the weight of stress, anxiety, grief, or trauma—whether the pain is recent or something they’ve carried for years. Many are high-functioning on the outside but internally feel depleted, on edge, or emotionally disconnected. They’re ready for practical, evidence-informed tools to calm the nervous system, make sense of what happened, and shift patterns that keep showing up in relationships, work, and daily life. Together, we work toward lasting change: greater clarity, steadier confidence, and a more grounded, integrated way of living.
I offer culturally responsive care, and many clients value working with a Black male clinician.
My ideal clients are people who feel stuck under the weight of stress, anxiety, grief, or trauma—whether the pain is recent or something they’ve carried for years. Many are high-functioning on the outside but internally feel depleted, on edge, or emotionally disconnected. They’re ready for practical, evidence-informed tools to calm the nervous system, make sense of what happened, and shift patterns that keep showing up in relationships, work, and daily life. Together, we work toward lasting change: greater clarity, steadier confidence, and a more grounded, integrated way of living.
Black and brown women have a lot coming at them and it can often make you feel powerless, let's work together to work through those things that may be holding you down.
Specializing in mental health and substance use treatment, I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Mindfulness. My goal is to help break the stigma surrounding mental health and to assist clients with choosing empowerment over shame.
Black and brown women have a lot coming at them and it can often make you feel powerless, let's work together to work through those things that may be holding you down.
Specializing in mental health and substance use treatment, I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Mindfulness. My goal is to help break the stigma surrounding mental health and to assist clients with choosing empowerment over shame.
I understand the unique challenges and transitions that come with motherhood, and I strive to empower Black mothers through compassionate, tailored support that respects their unique paths.
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I’m Camielle Howard, a licensed and certified social worker in Ohio. Mindfulness has been a cornerstone of both my personal and professional life. I’m dedicated to creating a safe space for my clients to slow down and be fully present, an essential part of our journey toward wellness.
I graduated with a B.A. in Psychology from the University of Cincinnati, followed by an MSW from the University of Denver and an MPH in Public Health from George Washington University. My training includes Minority Maternal Mental Health, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and EMDR Therapy.
I understand the unique challenges and transitions that come with motherhood, and I strive to empower Black mothers through compassionate, tailored support that respects their unique paths.
Hey Hey!
I’m Camielle Howard, a licensed and certified social worker in Ohio. Mindfulness has been a cornerstone of both my personal and professional life. I’m dedicated to creating a safe space for my clients to slow down and be fully present, an essential part of our journey toward wellness.
I graduated with a B.A. in Psychology from the University of Cincinnati, followed by an MSW from the University of Denver and an MPH in Public Health from George Washington University. My training includes Minority Maternal Mental Health, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and EMDR Therapy.
Break the Patterns. Reclaim Your Peace.
Do you constantly feel like an impostor, even when you succeed? Are you exhausted from people-pleasing, overcommitting, and ignoring your own boundaries?
Whether you are navigating a major life transition—like starting college, ending a relationship, or getting married—or trying to build deeper self-trust, you do not have to walk this path alone.
I help individuals break old cycles, heal past wounds, and learn to love themselves in healthier ways.
Break the Patterns. Reclaim Your Peace.
Do you constantly feel like an impostor, even when you succeed? Are you exhausted from people-pleasing, overcommitting, and ignoring your own boundaries?
Whether you are navigating a major life transition—like starting college, ending a relationship, or getting married—or trying to build deeper self-trust, you do not have to walk this path alone.
I help individuals break old cycles, heal past wounds, and learn to love themselves in healthier ways.
Called 2 Encourage Counseling and Self Development
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC-S
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
At Called 2 Encourage Counseling, we help women and individuals navigate life transitions, anxiety, depression, and the challenges life can bring with honesty, grace, and practical tools. As a team, we hold space for healing, identity work, and rediscovering purpose. Our style is warm, faith-integrated (if desired), and authentic. In sessions, there may be laughter, there may be tears, and there will always be reflection and growth. We believe healing is sacred work, and you don’t have to walk through it alone.
At Called 2 Encourage Counseling, we help women and individuals navigate life transitions, anxiety, depression, and the challenges life can bring with honesty, grace, and practical tools. As a team, we hold space for healing, identity work, and rediscovering purpose. Our style is warm, faith-integrated (if desired), and authentic. In sessions, there may be laughter, there may be tears, and there will always be reflection and growth. We believe healing is sacred work, and you don’t have to walk through it alone.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or life’s challenges? I help individuals, couples, and families find hope, healing, and practical tools to move forward. With over 10 years of experience in behavioral health, I specialize in supporting people through trauma, stress, relationship struggles, and major life transitions. Using evidence-based therapies like CBT and trauma-informed care, I tailor each session to meet your unique needs. Whether in person or through telehealth in Ohio and Virginia, my goal is to provide a safe, compassionate space where you can build resilience and create lasting change.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or life’s challenges? I help individuals, couples, and families find hope, healing, and practical tools to move forward. With over 10 years of experience in behavioral health, I specialize in supporting people through trauma, stress, relationship struggles, and major life transitions. Using evidence-based therapies like CBT and trauma-informed care, I tailor each session to meet your unique needs. Whether in person or through telehealth in Ohio and Virginia, my goal is to provide a safe, compassionate space where you can build resilience and create lasting change.
Your story matters! Are you feeling stuck under the weight of stress or struggling with the lingering effects of trauma? It can be daunting to reach out for help, but finding the right therapist can make all the difference. At Free Spirit Counseling, we create a warm, inviting space where you can feel truly connected during therapy. Our compassionate team specializes in various areas of mental health and life transitions, ready to support you on your journey to healing and growth. Let’s work together to turn challenges into stepping stones and embrace a brighter, more vibrant life!
Your story matters! Are you feeling stuck under the weight of stress or struggling with the lingering effects of trauma? It can be daunting to reach out for help, but finding the right therapist can make all the difference. At Free Spirit Counseling, we create a warm, inviting space where you can feel truly connected during therapy. Our compassionate team specializes in various areas of mental health and life transitions, ready to support you on your journey to healing and growth. Let’s work together to turn challenges into stepping stones and embrace a brighter, more vibrant life!
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FAQ - Black and African American Counselling
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.