Black and African American Therapists in Allen, TX
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Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PhD
2 Endorsed
Allen, TX 75013
Have you been waiting and longing for a deeper connection with your love? Studies show the average couple waits 6 years before seeking professional help for marital problems. Also, couples have the same arguments over and over again, they just sound different. Whether it's conflict about chores, or a loud disagreement about disciplining the kids, each partner tends to grab onto their perspective, dig their heels in the sand, and proceed to try to get their partner to see their side, unsuccessfully. Unresolved conflicts usually get brushed under the rug, until they resurface at the next disagreement. Are you ready to break the cycle?
Have you been waiting and longing for a deeper connection with your love? Studies show the average couple waits 6 years before seeking professional help for marital problems. Also, couples have the same arguments over and over again, they just sound different. Whether it's conflict about chores, or a loud disagreement about disciplining the kids, each partner tends to grab onto their perspective, dig their heels in the sand, and proceed to try to get their partner to see their side, unsuccessfully. Unresolved conflicts usually get brushed under the rug, until they resurface at the next disagreement. Are you ready to break the cycle?
Reaching out for therapy can feel overwhelming, especially if you're used to handling everything on your own. You may be feeling anxious, overwhelmed by the pressures of everyday life, or struggling with changes that have left you feeling stuck. I work with teens and adults seeking practical support for stress, anxiety, and life transitions. At Therapeutic Flow Counseling, I provide telehealth therapy throughout Texas in a warm, supportive environment where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered to create meaningful change.
Reaching out for therapy can feel overwhelming, especially if you're used to handling everything on your own. You may be feeling anxious, overwhelmed by the pressures of everyday life, or struggling with changes that have left you feeling stuck. I work with teens and adults seeking practical support for stress, anxiety, and life transitions. At Therapeutic Flow Counseling, I provide telehealth therapy throughout Texas in a warm, supportive environment where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered to create meaningful change.
You never know what a person is going through. Everyone needs someone to talk to that they can trust. As a counselor, I hold a safe space for my clients, and I strive for them to feel comfortable and earn their trust to talk to me about anything. I am mindful of the guts and trust it takes someone to open up and share as we collaborate in the healing journey.
You never know what a person is going through. Everyone needs someone to talk to that they can trust. As a counselor, I hold a safe space for my clients, and I strive for them to feel comfortable and earn their trust to talk to me about anything. I am mindful of the guts and trust it takes someone to open up and share as we collaborate in the healing journey.
As a former Black athlete who competed in a predominantly white sport, I understand the unique pressures of being "the only one" while trying to perform at your best.
Are you navigating a major life transition? Starting college, switching careers, or stepping away from competitive sports? Maybe you're a BIPOC athlete feeling isolated in your sport, or you're struggling with performance anxiety that's affecting more than just your game. You want to build genuine confidence, improve your relationships, and find healthier ways to cope with pressure. You're ready to be challenged and grow, but you need someone who truly gets your unique experience and won't just give you generic advice.
As a former Black athlete who competed in a predominantly white sport, I understand the unique pressures of being "the only one" while trying to perform at your best.
Are you navigating a major life transition? Starting college, switching careers, or stepping away from competitive sports? Maybe you're a BIPOC athlete feeling isolated in your sport, or you're struggling with performance anxiety that's affecting more than just your game. You want to build genuine confidence, improve your relationships, and find healthier ways to cope with pressure. You're ready to be challenged and grow, but you need someone who truly gets your unique experience and won't just give you generic advice.
Hello! Do you experience anxiety, depression, loss of focus, trouble sleeping, and/or many other symptoms that you may not even know how to express? If so my experience enables me to offer effective individualized psychological care.
Hello! Do you experience anxiety, depression, loss of focus, trouble sleeping, and/or many other symptoms that you may not even know how to express? If so my experience enables me to offer effective individualized psychological care.
Are you ready to take control of your life and embrace positive change? As a Licensed Master Social Worker with over 20 years of experience, I’m here to help you overcome challenges, build healthier relationships, and develop skills needed to thrive. Whether you’re struggling with substance use, facing emotional difficulties, or seeking better ways to manage life’s stresses, I offer a compassionate, client-centered approach tailored to your unique needs. I will provide solutions to help you grow, improve decision-making, and strengthen communication. Together, we’ll work toward developing healthier, more fulfilling relationships.
Are you ready to take control of your life and embrace positive change? As a Licensed Master Social Worker with over 20 years of experience, I’m here to help you overcome challenges, build healthier relationships, and develop skills needed to thrive. Whether you’re struggling with substance use, facing emotional difficulties, or seeking better ways to manage life’s stresses, I offer a compassionate, client-centered approach tailored to your unique needs. I will provide solutions to help you grow, improve decision-making, and strengthen communication. Together, we’ll work toward developing healthier, more fulfilling relationships.
My ideal clients want to reclaim their lives from the shadow of trauma and move toward a future characterized by healing, growth, and empowerment. They seek my expertise and support to help them on this journey of recovery.
My ideal clients want to reclaim their lives from the shadow of trauma and move toward a future characterized by healing, growth, and empowerment. They seek my expertise and support to help them on this journey of recovery.
I am a seasoned Licensed Professional and Chemical Dependency Counselor with over 30 years of combined experience in Counseling, Coaching, Training, and Administration. I love helping people work through the struggles of drug and alcohol addictions. I also work with clients struggling with depression, anxiety, addictions, trauma, and life transitions.
I am a seasoned Licensed Professional and Chemical Dependency Counselor with over 30 years of combined experience in Counseling, Coaching, Training, and Administration. I love helping people work through the struggles of drug and alcohol addictions. I also work with clients struggling with depression, anxiety, addictions, trauma, and life transitions.
Baylen Roundtree-Intimacy-Self Worth
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
13 Endorsed
Online Only
You're tired of feeling like you have to explain yourself before the real work can begin. Maybe you're navigating a relationship that's lost its spark, a sexuality you've never had space to fully explore, or the quiet exhaustion of existing between racial or cultural identities that don't fully claim you. Maybe anxiety has taken up permanent residence in your mind, or life has shifted in ways you're still catching up to. You're ready to stop surviving and start actually understanding yourself — and you deserve a therapist who already gets the complexity you're walking in with.
You're tired of feeling like you have to explain yourself before the real work can begin. Maybe you're navigating a relationship that's lost its spark, a sexuality you've never had space to fully explore, or the quiet exhaustion of existing between racial or cultural identities that don't fully claim you. Maybe anxiety has taken up permanent residence in your mind, or life has shifted in ways you're still catching up to. You're ready to stop surviving and start actually understanding yourself — and you deserve a therapist who already gets the complexity you're walking in with.
I have over 30 years' experience working with adults and children in public school and college. I retired in 2025 as an Elementary School Counselor. As a Therapist I use a variety of therapeutic strategies primarily cognitive based strategies that focus on learning to develop more healthy mindsets. I believe many of the struggles we face start with our thinking and when we learn to think better, we do better. I am passionate about helping teach my clients how their lives can be transformed by changing self-defeating thinking and learning new problem-solving skills. I can offer Christian Counseling approach to therapy at request.
I have over 30 years' experience working with adults and children in public school and college. I retired in 2025 as an Elementary School Counselor. As a Therapist I use a variety of therapeutic strategies primarily cognitive based strategies that focus on learning to develop more healthy mindsets. I believe many of the struggles we face start with our thinking and when we learn to think better, we do better. I am passionate about helping teach my clients how their lives can be transformed by changing self-defeating thinking and learning new problem-solving skills. I can offer Christian Counseling approach to therapy at request.
Life can feel overwhelming when anxiety, depression, grief, or self-doubt takes hold. You may be struggling with stress, anger, or relationship challenges making it hard to move forward. Whether you're working on self-esteem, overcoming self-defeating beliefs, or improving communication, therapy can help. You deserve a space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to create real lasting change in your life.
Life can feel overwhelming when anxiety, depression, grief, or self-doubt takes hold. You may be struggling with stress, anger, or relationship challenges making it hard to move forward. Whether you're working on self-esteem, overcoming self-defeating beliefs, or improving communication, therapy can help. You deserve a space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to create real lasting change in your life.
For the past 25 years, she has gained experience working with families, individuals and adolescents while working with local school districts, local government and social service agencies. Dr. Nickson has also provided training and facilitated groups on issues involving cultural competence, stress management and grief/loss.
For the past 25 years, she has gained experience working with families, individuals and adolescents while working with local school districts, local government and social service agencies. Dr. Nickson has also provided training and facilitated groups on issues involving cultural competence, stress management and grief/loss.
In our relationships, we hope to feel connected, cared for, and understood. However, after a conversation with a loved one, you may find yourself feeling frustrated, misunderstood, or exhausted. Conversations can feel like they're going in circles and you may be blowing up or shutting down before reaching a resolution. You may even find yourself communicating in ways that hinder connection and understanding because you aren't sure how else to express how you feel. If this sounds familiar, please understand that you're not alone. Together we can all work to process those responses and have healthier conversations.
In our relationships, we hope to feel connected, cared for, and understood. However, after a conversation with a loved one, you may find yourself feeling frustrated, misunderstood, or exhausted. Conversations can feel like they're going in circles and you may be blowing up or shutting down before reaching a resolution. You may even find yourself communicating in ways that hinder connection and understanding because you aren't sure how else to express how you feel. If this sounds familiar, please understand that you're not alone. Together we can all work to process those responses and have healthier conversations.
Karen Cameron-Petroski
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
2 Endorsed
Allen, TX 75013
Waitlist for new clients
Life is hard — Sometimes it helps to have an outside objective view to support and navigate you through growth and changes that lead to healing and peace. Whether working through a specific issue or just trying to manage life. I will join you as you walk through your experiences, offering a safe place to tell your story. I believe relationship is paramount to healing. I will bring authenticity, understanding and compassion to meet you where you are, see you, hear you and value you.
Life is hard — Sometimes it helps to have an outside objective view to support and navigate you through growth and changes that lead to healing and peace. Whether working through a specific issue or just trying to manage life. I will join you as you walk through your experiences, offering a safe place to tell your story. I believe relationship is paramount to healing. I will bring authenticity, understanding and compassion to meet you where you are, see you, hear you and value you.
Intentional Therapy PLLC - Brown/Black Girl Issues
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
16 Endorsed
Allen, TX 75013
Are you feeling the weight of perfectionism, the stress of navigating life transitions, or the tension of balancing cultural expectations with your true self? Maybe anxiety, burnout, or past traumas leave you feeling disconnected, stuck, or uncertain about your next steps. You crave clarity, healthier relationships, and a sense of balance, but you're unsure where to start. You want a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore your emotions, unpack generational patterns, and develop skills to move forward with confidence. Your ultimate goal is to heal, set boundaries with family without guilt, and live a life rooted in self-awareness.
Are you feeling the weight of perfectionism, the stress of navigating life transitions, or the tension of balancing cultural expectations with your true self? Maybe anxiety, burnout, or past traumas leave you feeling disconnected, stuck, or uncertain about your next steps. You crave clarity, healthier relationships, and a sense of balance, but you're unsure where to start. You want a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore your emotions, unpack generational patterns, and develop skills to move forward with confidence. Your ultimate goal is to heal, set boundaries with family without guilt, and live a life rooted in self-awareness.
I'm Anna, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I consider it an honor and privilege to walk with clients as they choose a healing path to a better life. My overall approach is client-centered, with the intention of creating a safe space to explore and challenge what is holding you back or impeding a healthy mind and body.
I'm Anna, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I consider it an honor and privilege to walk with clients as they choose a healing path to a better life. My overall approach is client-centered, with the intention of creating a safe space to explore and challenge what is holding you back or impeding a healthy mind and body.
You spend a lot of time thinking about dating and relationships. You fall fast, attach quickly, and seem to lose yourself in relationships, mistaking intensity with true intimacy. You’re constantly analyzing your relationships— who you’re texting, who you’re hooking up with, who you wish would notice you. You’ve tried deleting the apps, spending more time with your friends, and promising to take better care of yourself, but the cycle always pulls you back in. The attention provides a rush that feels like relief, but the shame or emptiness after makes it worse. You want more than short-term relief—you want lasting change.
You spend a lot of time thinking about dating and relationships. You fall fast, attach quickly, and seem to lose yourself in relationships, mistaking intensity with true intimacy. You’re constantly analyzing your relationships— who you’re texting, who you’re hooking up with, who you wish would notice you. You’ve tried deleting the apps, spending more time with your friends, and promising to take better care of yourself, but the cycle always pulls you back in. The attention provides a rush that feels like relief, but the shame or emptiness after makes it worse. You want more than short-term relief—you want lasting change.
Greetings! I’m Dr. Pickett of Pickett-Me-Up Psychological Services PLLC.
I am a licensed psychologist with two decades of clinical, cultural, forensic, and Veterans mental health expertise. I have a passion for helping adults conquer challenges with depression, anxiety, trauma, and attention deficits. I am especially passionate about working with women and BIPOC individuals. Also, as a psychologist with prior employment in legal justice and Veterans affairs systems, I am especially passionate about working with men and women with legal justice and Veterans/military-related experiences.
Greetings! I’m Dr. Pickett of Pickett-Me-Up Psychological Services PLLC.
I am a licensed psychologist with two decades of clinical, cultural, forensic, and Veterans mental health expertise. I have a passion for helping adults conquer challenges with depression, anxiety, trauma, and attention deficits. I am especially passionate about working with women and BIPOC individuals. Also, as a psychologist with prior employment in legal justice and Veterans affairs systems, I am especially passionate about working with men and women with legal justice and Veterans/military-related experiences.
At True Haven Therapy, we know that reaching out for support can feel like a big step. Whether you’re facing stress, relationship challenges, life transitions, or caring for a child who is struggling, you don’t have to sort it out alone. We offer a welcoming, judgment‑free space where children, teens, and adults can feel heard, understood, and supported. Our therapists draw from evidence‑based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, and play‑based methods to help clients build practical tools for everyday life and meaningful change.
At True Haven Therapy, we know that reaching out for support can feel like a big step. Whether you’re facing stress, relationship challenges, life transitions, or caring for a child who is struggling, you don’t have to sort it out alone. We offer a welcoming, judgment‑free space where children, teens, and adults can feel heard, understood, and supported. Our therapists draw from evidence‑based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, and play‑based methods to help clients build practical tools for everyday life and meaningful change.
Newton Behavioral Health and Wellness,
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCTP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
With over 25 years of experience, I’ve had the privilege of serving diverse communities in churches, public schools, children’s probate court, behavioral health facilities, nonprofits, and foster care systems. Life inevitably brings transitions, anxiety, relationship challenges, and unexpected change. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where you can show up authentically and feel heard. Together, we'll navigate life's challenges, build on your strengths, and help you move forward with greater clarity and confidence—not just getting through difficult seasons, but growing from them.
With over 25 years of experience, I’ve had the privilege of serving diverse communities in churches, public schools, children’s probate court, behavioral health facilities, nonprofits, and foster care systems. Life inevitably brings transitions, anxiety, relationship challenges, and unexpected change. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where you can show up authentically and feel heard. Together, we'll navigate life's challenges, build on your strengths, and help you move forward with greater clarity and confidence—not just getting through difficult seasons, but growing from them.
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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.