Black and African American Therapists in Downtown, Pittsburgh, PA
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward, you’re not alone. Many people reach a point where anxiety, depression, parenting stress, or relationship challenges begin to feel unmanageable. The past few years have only intensified these emotions for so many of us. Therapy offers a space to slow down, breathe, and understand what’s happening beneath the surface. Together, we’ll explore the roots of your stress, rebuild emotional clarity, and help you reconnect with a sense of peace, confidence, and direction.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward, you’re not alone. Many people reach a point where anxiety, depression, parenting stress, or relationship challenges begin to feel unmanageable. The past few years have only intensified these emotions for so many of us. Therapy offers a space to slow down, breathe, and understand what’s happening beneath the surface. Together, we’ll explore the roots of your stress, rebuild emotional clarity, and help you reconnect with a sense of peace, confidence, and direction.
Rocker Health LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PH.D, NCC, LPC, LMHC, LCPC
Downtown, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
At Rocker Health, we believe that mental wellness is a journey that deserves compassion, understanding, and personalized support. Our commitment to breaking the stigma surrounding mental health is at the forefront of everything we do. We understand that each individual's experience with mental health is unique, and we strive to create a welcoming environment where individuals feel safe and empowered to share their stories. Our mission is to provide a rock-solid foundation for our clients, guiding them toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.
At Rocker Health, we believe that mental wellness is a journey that deserves compassion, understanding, and personalized support. Our commitment to breaking the stigma surrounding mental health is at the forefront of everything we do. We understand that each individual's experience with mental health is unique, and we strive to create a welcoming environment where individuals feel safe and empowered to share their stories. Our mission is to provide a rock-solid foundation for our clients, guiding them toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.
Art Therapy is for everyone! I work with individuals from diverse cultures and existences; feeling that being accepting, respectful, and genuine are characteristics essential in a therapist. I also offer spiritual, logistical, emotional, and mental support to those dealing with loss, adversity, resilience, attachment, relationships, gender, identity, ADHD, anxiety, depression. I work with those in early adulthood, adults, and later life adults. LGBTQIA, as well as kinky folks find a place of acceptance in my office. People who require direct communication are well-served by my direct, person-centered, Humanistic approach.
Art Therapy is for everyone! I work with individuals from diverse cultures and existences; feeling that being accepting, respectful, and genuine are characteristics essential in a therapist. I also offer spiritual, logistical, emotional, and mental support to those dealing with loss, adversity, resilience, attachment, relationships, gender, identity, ADHD, anxiety, depression. I work with those in early adulthood, adults, and later life adults. LGBTQIA, as well as kinky folks find a place of acceptance in my office. People who require direct communication are well-served by my direct, person-centered, Humanistic approach.
There are times when we become aware that our mental health isn't where it needs to be. Life happens to us, and it becomes hard to feel that we have what it takes to manage or deal with it all. Unmanaged symptoms of depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and ADHD are just a few that can make you feel as though you are stuck in an unwanted place in your life. Some people feel too strong to ask for help, while others can't help but to hide and isolate in efforts to escape. No matter where you are in your journey, it is important to know that you have options to get from where you are to where you want to be.
There are times when we become aware that our mental health isn't where it needs to be. Life happens to us, and it becomes hard to feel that we have what it takes to manage or deal with it all. Unmanaged symptoms of depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and ADHD are just a few that can make you feel as though you are stuck in an unwanted place in your life. Some people feel too strong to ask for help, while others can't help but to hide and isolate in efforts to escape. No matter where you are in your journey, it is important to know that you have options to get from where you are to where you want to be.
James Wadley
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC, CSTS, IMHF
3 Endorsed
Downtown, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Do you have trust issues in your relationship? Are you afraid to be honest with your partner or tired of trying to be someone you're not? Neither you or your partner are really talking about your hurt or resentments over pornography and infidelity. You've tried over and over again and the current situation isn't working for you and/or your relationship. Contact me and we will talk about how you feel about your challenges and we will come up with a behavioral and emotional strategy for you to move forward! By the end of our FIRST session, you will be given therapeutic goals that you and I will work on.
Do you have trust issues in your relationship? Are you afraid to be honest with your partner or tired of trying to be someone you're not? Neither you or your partner are really talking about your hurt or resentments over pornography and infidelity. You've tried over and over again and the current situation isn't working for you and/or your relationship. Contact me and we will talk about how you feel about your challenges and we will come up with a behavioral and emotional strategy for you to move forward! By the end of our FIRST session, you will be given therapeutic goals that you and I will work on.
I'm Shekhina, a Multiracial/Biracial Messianic Jewish Believer in Yeshua (Jesus) as my Lord and Savior, in addition to a faith-based Psychotherapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, and Licensed Behavioral Consultant based out of Philadelphia, PA. I hold an MS from Grand Canyon University and have over 25 years of experience in counseling. I have owned and founded The Counselor's Heart Therapeutic Services since 2019.
I'm Shekhina, a Multiracial/Biracial Messianic Jewish Believer in Yeshua (Jesus) as my Lord and Savior, in addition to a faith-based Psychotherapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, and Licensed Behavioral Consultant based out of Philadelphia, PA. I hold an MS from Grand Canyon University and have over 25 years of experience in counseling. I have owned and founded The Counselor's Heart Therapeutic Services since 2019.
Life is full of unexpected changes that can leave us feeling stressed, anxious, and sad. During these challenging times, it can be really helpful to talk about our experiences, understand them better, and find ways to heal. I specialize in helping everyday people like you navigate life's ups and downs. Whether you're struggling with relationships, dealing with anxiety or depression, coping with past traumas, or looking for a safe space to manage your emotions, I'm here to support you. Together, we can work on finding ways to cope with stress, develop self-awareness, address unresolved issues, and build healthier relationships.
Life is full of unexpected changes that can leave us feeling stressed, anxious, and sad. During these challenging times, it can be really helpful to talk about our experiences, understand them better, and find ways to heal. I specialize in helping everyday people like you navigate life's ups and downs. Whether you're struggling with relationships, dealing with anxiety or depression, coping with past traumas, or looking for a safe space to manage your emotions, I'm here to support you. Together, we can work on finding ways to cope with stress, develop self-awareness, address unresolved issues, and build healthier relationships.
I have been working in the mental health field for almost 25 years at various levels and more recently in private practice for 2+ years. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, trauma/abuse, drugs/alcohol, coping with grief/loss, low motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling/happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
I have been working in the mental health field for almost 25 years at various levels and more recently in private practice for 2+ years. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, trauma/abuse, drugs/alcohol, coping with grief/loss, low motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling/happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Great to meet you!
I am the CEO & Primary Counselor of Keyes for Holistic Living. I am deeply passionate about supporting youth, young adults, and their families, viewing her role as both a calling and a responsibility to foster healthy development and empower future generations.
I am a loving individual that believes in extending grace to people. I am a natural Developer & I enjoy working with people to help them become the best versions of themselves. I am my authentic self to empower others to be their authentic selves.
Great to meet you!
I am the CEO & Primary Counselor of Keyes for Holistic Living. I am deeply passionate about supporting youth, young adults, and their families, viewing her role as both a calling and a responsibility to foster healthy development and empower future generations.
I am a loving individual that believes in extending grace to people. I am a natural Developer & I enjoy working with people to help them become the best versions of themselves. I am my authentic self to empower others to be their authentic selves.
I help BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ adults navigate complex relationships and feel more grounded, secure, and clear in how they show up. Many of my clients feel stuck in patterns such as overextending, struggling with boundaries, or repeating cycles that leave them feeling drained or unsure of themselves.
I work with individuals, not couples, who want to better understand their attachment patterns, process past experiences, and build healthier, more aligned connections. You may be navigating life transitions, trauma, or emotionally layered relationships. Therapy can help you move with more intention and confidence.
I help BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ adults navigate complex relationships and feel more grounded, secure, and clear in how they show up. Many of my clients feel stuck in patterns such as overextending, struggling with boundaries, or repeating cycles that leave them feeling drained or unsure of themselves.
I work with individuals, not couples, who want to better understand their attachment patterns, process past experiences, and build healthier, more aligned connections. You may be navigating life transitions, trauma, or emotionally layered relationships. Therapy can help you move with more intention and confidence.
Alonia Slappy | Makin Wellness Online Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
2 Endorsed
Online Only
If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or like you’re carrying the weight of unspoken experiences, you’re not alone — and you don’t have to navigate it by yourself.
I work with teens and adults from all backgrounds — especially clients of color — who are struggling with anxiety, life transitions, stress, and the lasting impacts of childhood trauma. My goal is to provide a space that is affirming, culturally aware, and centered around your unique story and strengths.
If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or like you’re carrying the weight of unspoken experiences, you’re not alone — and you don’t have to navigate it by yourself.
I work with teens and adults from all backgrounds — especially clients of color — who are struggling with anxiety, life transitions, stress, and the lasting impacts of childhood trauma. My goal is to provide a space that is affirming, culturally aware, and centered around your unique story and strengths.
We’re accepting new clients and can help schedule your first session within a few business days at Makin Wellness. If you struggle with constant worry, negative thoughts, trauma, or depression that impact your life, relationships, and health, we're here to help. Let us support you in overcoming these challenges and finding peace.
We’re accepting new clients and can help schedule your first session within a few business days at Makin Wellness. If you struggle with constant worry, negative thoughts, trauma, or depression that impact your life, relationships, and health, we're here to help. Let us support you in overcoming these challenges and finding peace.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 13 years of experience supporting individuals of all ages—including children, adults, veterans, and those navigating mental health crises. My warm, collaborative, and goal-focused approach helps clients explore challenges, build on strengths, and move toward more manageable and fulfilling lives. I meet clients where they are and walk alongside them toward meaningful change.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 13 years of experience supporting individuals of all ages—including children, adults, veterans, and those navigating mental health crises. My warm, collaborative, and goal-focused approach helps clients explore challenges, build on strengths, and move toward more manageable and fulfilling lives. I meet clients where they are and walk alongside them toward meaningful change.
I'm also a black neurodiverse man and grateful to bring these experiences into my therapeutic work, as well.
Hi, I'm Kalem. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Pennsylvania and see clients virtually throughout the state. I work with clients with a variety of concerns.
I love helping people with anxiety face their fears and discover strengths they didn’t know they had. I’m passionate about teaching practical, research-backed skills to climb out of depression, one day at a time. And I’m excited to be part of your journey to reinterpret the past and create an authentic, sustainable future if you’re someone late-diagnosed or neurodivergent. You can expect a few things from me as your therapist.
I'm also a black neurodiverse man and grateful to bring these experiences into my therapeutic work, as well.
Hi, I'm Kalem. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Pennsylvania and see clients virtually throughout the state. I work with clients with a variety of concerns.
I love helping people with anxiety face their fears and discover strengths they didn’t know they had. I’m passionate about teaching practical, research-backed skills to climb out of depression, one day at a time. And I’m excited to be part of your journey to reinterpret the past and create an authentic, sustainable future if you’re someone late-diagnosed or neurodivergent. You can expect a few things from me as your therapist.
Brooke Generett, a licensed clinical social worker, founded Generett Counseling Services, LLC in 2012. She equips her clients with essential life skills for problem-solving in challenging environments. Her approach for improving mental health highlights her clients' strengths, helps them identify barriers to their personal successes, and tailors wellness strategies to their needs that produce positive outcomes. Brooke received her bachelor's degree in psychology from Hampton University and her Master of Social Work, with an emphasis in mental health, from the University of Pittsburgh.
Brooke Generett, a licensed clinical social worker, founded Generett Counseling Services, LLC in 2012. She equips her clients with essential life skills for problem-solving in challenging environments. Her approach for improving mental health highlights her clients' strengths, helps them identify barriers to their personal successes, and tailors wellness strategies to their needs that produce positive outcomes. Brooke received her bachelor's degree in psychology from Hampton University and her Master of Social Work, with an emphasis in mental health, from the University of Pittsburgh.
My ideal clients are couples who feel stuck in recurring conflict or emotional distance but still care deeply about their relationship. They may struggle to communicate without escalating, shutting down, or repeating the same arguments. They want help understanding what’s happening beneath the surface and learning how to reconnect in more meaningful ways. Their goal is not just to argue less, but to feel safer, closer, and more secure as a team while building a stronger, more intentional relationship.
My ideal clients are couples who feel stuck in recurring conflict or emotional distance but still care deeply about their relationship. They may struggle to communicate without escalating, shutting down, or repeating the same arguments. They want help understanding what’s happening beneath the surface and learning how to reconnect in more meaningful ways. Their goal is not just to argue less, but to feel safer, closer, and more secure as a team while building a stronger, more intentional relationship.
Welcome! My name is Marian Robinson, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Virginia, Maryland, and the District of Columbia with over 20 years of professional mental health experience. I have experience in helping clients with low motivation, relationship issues, self-esteem and confidence, career difficulties, mood disorders, anxiety, depression, grief, and end of life issues. I take an eclectic, person-centered approach, CBT and psychodynamic approach where you are in the driver seat in your own recovery.
Welcome! My name is Marian Robinson, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Virginia, Maryland, and the District of Columbia with over 20 years of professional mental health experience. I have experience in helping clients with low motivation, relationship issues, self-esteem and confidence, career difficulties, mood disorders, anxiety, depression, grief, and end of life issues. I take an eclectic, person-centered approach, CBT and psychodynamic approach where you are in the driver seat in your own recovery.
Looking for a serene space to heal deep wounds? I offer trauma, attachment, and EMDR intensives for adults seeking deeper healing than traditional weekly therapy can often provide. Through half-day, full-day, and multi-day immersive experiences, we create the time and space needed to process stuck experiences, reconnect with your authentic self, and build lasting momentum. My work integrates EMDR, parts work, somatic approaches, and equine-assisted psychotherapy through the Natural Lifemanship model. Intensives are customized for each individual and may include office-based, virtual, equine-assisted, or retreat-style experiences.
Looking for a serene space to heal deep wounds? I offer trauma, attachment, and EMDR intensives for adults seeking deeper healing than traditional weekly therapy can often provide. Through half-day, full-day, and multi-day immersive experiences, we create the time and space needed to process stuck experiences, reconnect with your authentic self, and build lasting momentum. My work integrates EMDR, parts work, somatic approaches, and equine-assisted psychotherapy through the Natural Lifemanship model. Intensives are customized for each individual and may include office-based, virtual, equine-assisted, or retreat-style experiences.
Garden Path Counseling's focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. We achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan. We promise to be there for you every step of your journey. Our goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life. You can call or email us to set up a free 15 minute consultation to discuss your mental health needs and find out if one of Garden Path Counseling's therapists are right for you.
Garden Path Counseling's focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. We achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan. We promise to be there for you every step of your journey. Our goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life. You can call or email us to set up a free 15 minute consultation to discuss your mental health needs and find out if one of Garden Path Counseling's therapists are right for you.
Dr. Waggy Zeleke is a licensed clinical professional counselor in Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Maryland. With over 15 years of experience, Dr. Zeleke specializes in working with diverse populations dealing with relationship issues, depression, trauma, anxiety, autism, adoption, parenting, and other mental health disorders. As a provider of evidence-based, culturally responsive individual, family, and group psychotherapy, Dr. Zeleke also offers individual, group, and organizational consulting. Feel free to call now to schedule an appointment or visit www.ubuntucounseling.com to explore Dr. Zeleke's service.
Dr. Waggy Zeleke is a licensed clinical professional counselor in Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Maryland. With over 15 years of experience, Dr. Zeleke specializes in working with diverse populations dealing with relationship issues, depression, trauma, anxiety, autism, adoption, parenting, and other mental health disorders. As a provider of evidence-based, culturally responsive individual, family, and group psychotherapy, Dr. Zeleke also offers individual, group, and organizational consulting. Feel free to call now to schedule an appointment or visit www.ubuntucounseling.com to explore Dr. Zeleke's service.
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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.