Black and African American Therapists in Carrollton, TX
You don’t have to keep carrying everything alone. You’ve been holding a lot. Therapy can be a place to finally exhale and move forward with clarity and support.
You don’t have to keep carrying everything alone. You’ve been holding a lot. Therapy can be a place to finally exhale and move forward with clarity and support.
Hello, I am Rutanya, I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker from Tulsa, Oklahoma. I received my Master's in Social Work from University of Oklahoma in 2014 and have been practicing since then. I have worked within the court systems with severe mental health and addiction. Over the past seven years I have worked with families to help with effective communication and setting healthy boundaries. We will begin our first session by brief introductions and then I will allow you to tell me what is going on and what you are hoping to achieve through our sessions.
Hello, I am Rutanya, I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker from Tulsa, Oklahoma. I received my Master's in Social Work from University of Oklahoma in 2014 and have been practicing since then. I have worked within the court systems with severe mental health and addiction. Over the past seven years I have worked with families to help with effective communication and setting healthy boundaries. We will begin our first session by brief introductions and then I will allow you to tell me what is going on and what you are hoping to achieve through our sessions.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who provides a supportive, nonjudgmental space for individuals and couples seeking clarity, healing, and personal growth. I work with men and women facing relationship challenges, life transitions, identity concerns, and the impact of emotionally or spiritually harmful experiences. I have particular experience supporting clients recovering from church or religious trauma, strengthening marriages, and navigating complex relational and cultural dynamics, including issues related to race and identity.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who provides a supportive, nonjudgmental space for individuals and couples seeking clarity, healing, and personal growth. I work with men and women facing relationship challenges, life transitions, identity concerns, and the impact of emotionally or spiritually harmful experiences. I have particular experience supporting clients recovering from church or religious trauma, strengthening marriages, and navigating complex relational and cultural dynamics, including issues related to race and identity.
Discomfort is the beginning of all change. Embarking on a journey of change can be a bit uncomfortable, but it's also the first step toward creating the positive transformation you seek in your life. As an LPC-A, I'm here to support you and guide you through this process. Congratulations on taking that step! You're now closer to feeling empowered and becoming the best version of yourself. That's definitely something to be proud of in this moment. When you are ready, my goal is to walk alongside you as you face, process, and grow through the challenges you're experiencing.
Discomfort is the beginning of all change. Embarking on a journey of change can be a bit uncomfortable, but it's also the first step toward creating the positive transformation you seek in your life. As an LPC-A, I'm here to support you and guide you through this process. Congratulations on taking that step! You're now closer to feeling empowered and becoming the best version of yourself. That's definitely something to be proud of in this moment. When you are ready, my goal is to walk alongside you as you face, process, and grow through the challenges you're experiencing.
I am a millennial, Caribbean American , first generation college graduate with a passion for helping individuals achieve mental wellness and personal growth.
My approach is rooted in empathy, active listening, and collaboration, with a focus on creating a safe and nonjudgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts and emotions. Specializing in anxiety, depression, and life transitions, I believe in the power of therapy and faith to bring about positive change and healing.
I am a millennial, Caribbean American , first generation college graduate with a passion for helping individuals achieve mental wellness and personal growth.
My approach is rooted in empathy, active listening, and collaboration, with a focus on creating a safe and nonjudgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts and emotions. Specializing in anxiety, depression, and life transitions, I believe in the power of therapy and faith to bring about positive change and healing.
Juanita Marie Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, LCDC
1 Endorsed
Carrollton, TX 75010
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or weighed down by past trauma and coping habits can make survival feel like just getting by—and not enough. Trauma, chronic stress, or painful experiences can disrupt your sense of safety, identity, and ability to cope. You might turn to alcohol, other substances, overworking, or isolation to manage—but these strategies can create new challenges and leave you feeling stuck or disconnected.
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or weighed down by past trauma and coping habits can make survival feel like just getting by—and not enough. Trauma, chronic stress, or painful experiences can disrupt your sense of safety, identity, and ability to cope. You might turn to alcohol, other substances, overworking, or isolation to manage—but these strategies can create new challenges and leave you feeling stuck or disconnected.
Trauma, Grief, Anxiety, Depression... life's challenges can hit us hard. Sometimes we get stuck and need some support in finding the path to healing. The decision to start therapy is a brave one and seeking support is a strength. Congratulations on taking that step! I’d love to work with you on your journey to healing.
Trauma, Grief, Anxiety, Depression... life's challenges can hit us hard. Sometimes we get stuck and need some support in finding the path to healing. The decision to start therapy is a brave one and seeking support is a strength. Congratulations on taking that step! I’d love to work with you on your journey to healing.
I enjoy working with diverse identities including, but not limited to, the LGBTQIA+ community, Black community, and other marginalized communities.
Not gonna lie, there is A LOT going on out there are now. Everything around us is moving so fast and some days it seems uncontrollable. Sometimes you just need a safe, still place to catch your breath. Maybe even a place to be honest about how heavy it all feels before facing it all again. I do my best to create a space where you can cry, scream into the void, or even laugh at how absurd it all is while finding healthy ways to cope. If this sounds like something you are looking for, feel free to contact me anytime.
I enjoy working with diverse identities including, but not limited to, the LGBTQIA+ community, Black community, and other marginalized communities.
Not gonna lie, there is A LOT going on out there are now. Everything around us is moving so fast and some days it seems uncontrollable. Sometimes you just need a safe, still place to catch your breath. Maybe even a place to be honest about how heavy it all feels before facing it all again. I do my best to create a space where you can cry, scream into the void, or even laugh at how absurd it all is while finding healthy ways to cope. If this sounds like something you are looking for, feel free to contact me anytime.
If you find yourself riddled with self doubt, feeling nervous in social settings, or constantly worrying, anxiety may be holding you back from becoming your best self. Is childhood trauma affecting your relationships or success? Is lingering sadness, low motivation, and insomnia preventing you from reaching your personal and professional goals? Are you just feeling BLAH? I can help, as I have been helping individuals and families for over a decade.
If you find yourself riddled with self doubt, feeling nervous in social settings, or constantly worrying, anxiety may be holding you back from becoming your best self. Is childhood trauma affecting your relationships or success? Is lingering sadness, low motivation, and insomnia preventing you from reaching your personal and professional goals? Are you just feeling BLAH? I can help, as I have been helping individuals and families for over a decade.
I was born in Zimbabwe and raised in Dallas, Texas. I am a 3rd culture kid, meaning I learned to accommodate the culture I was living in outside the house and the culture I was taught in my home. Through all that, I learned early on that identity has layers and growth is a choice, and the ability to choose is our greatest freedom and power. After a decade in medical, educational, and legal settings, I opened this practice to help people at all stages of life reclaim freedom and empower them to be in power. My approach is applicable for people at life’s crossroads, parents who are trying to do good, couples who are still trying.
I was born in Zimbabwe and raised in Dallas, Texas. I am a 3rd culture kid, meaning I learned to accommodate the culture I was living in outside the house and the culture I was taught in my home. Through all that, I learned early on that identity has layers and growth is a choice, and the ability to choose is our greatest freedom and power. After a decade in medical, educational, and legal settings, I opened this practice to help people at all stages of life reclaim freedom and empower them to be in power. My approach is applicable for people at life’s crossroads, parents who are trying to do good, couples who are still trying.
My ideal client is a teenager or young adult struggling with emotional challenges such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, impulse control issues, trauma, and family conflict. They often feel overwhelmed, disconnected, and stuck in harmful patterns of behavior, such as self-harming or defiance. Their primary need is a safe, non-judgmental space to express themselves, gain insight into the root causes of their struggles, and develop healthier coping strategies. Their goal is to build self-worth, improve emotional regulation, and make more rational decisions, ultimately leading to better relationships and a more positive outlook.
My ideal client is a teenager or young adult struggling with emotional challenges such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, impulse control issues, trauma, and family conflict. They often feel overwhelmed, disconnected, and stuck in harmful patterns of behavior, such as self-harming or defiance. Their primary need is a safe, non-judgmental space to express themselves, gain insight into the root causes of their struggles, and develop healthier coping strategies. Their goal is to build self-worth, improve emotional regulation, and make more rational decisions, ultimately leading to better relationships and a more positive outlook.
I'm a compassionate, concerned and empathetic therapist who wants to provide you "armor to go out and fight your life battles." More times than not, life and its stressors cause depression, anxiety, relationship issues, etc., that can make it difficult to function in everyday settings such as work and with family during interactions. I strive to provide counseling to help you move closer towards your goals and decrease/eliminate the severity of your symptoms. I specialize in working with adults whom are seeking therapeutic guidance. I work with issues that consist of anxiety, depression and mood disorders.
I'm a compassionate, concerned and empathetic therapist who wants to provide you "armor to go out and fight your life battles." More times than not, life and its stressors cause depression, anxiety, relationship issues, etc., that can make it difficult to function in everyday settings such as work and with family during interactions. I strive to provide counseling to help you move closer towards your goals and decrease/eliminate the severity of your symptoms. I specialize in working with adults whom are seeking therapeutic guidance. I work with issues that consist of anxiety, depression and mood disorders.
Cole Associates and Counselors of Texas, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor
1 Endorsed
Carrollton, TX 75010
As you take this important step toward wellness, we are honored to support you on your personal journey, offering a safe space for healing, hope, restoration, and exceptional care. At Cole Associates and Counselors of Texas, we are dedicated to delivering high-quality professional services, specializing in the prevention, treatment, and diagnosis of emotional, behavioral, and mental health concerns. CAACOT provides evidence-based counseling and psychiatric services for children, adolescents, adults, and couples.
As you take this important step toward wellness, we are honored to support you on your personal journey, offering a safe space for healing, hope, restoration, and exceptional care. At Cole Associates and Counselors of Texas, we are dedicated to delivering high-quality professional services, specializing in the prevention, treatment, and diagnosis of emotional, behavioral, and mental health concerns. CAACOT provides evidence-based counseling and psychiatric services for children, adolescents, adults, and couples.
Are you feeling like you and your partner aren't on the same page? Maybe you have constant arguments, unresolved conflict, or it feels like you are just coexisting instead of truly growing together. Or perhaps you’re facing self-doubt, struggling to set boundaries with your family and friends, or having a hard time saying “no.” You deserve to feel confident, connected, and understood. Whether you're in a relationship, single, or simply working on yourself, I can help to support you on your journey.
Are you feeling like you and your partner aren't on the same page? Maybe you have constant arguments, unresolved conflict, or it feels like you are just coexisting instead of truly growing together. Or perhaps you’re facing self-doubt, struggling to set boundaries with your family and friends, or having a hard time saying “no.” You deserve to feel confident, connected, and understood. Whether you're in a relationship, single, or simply working on yourself, I can help to support you on your journey.
Something seems–off. Your energy is low, or you’re staying in bed just a little bit longer. It’s easier for you to listen to your inner critic than to accept compassion and empathy. You can’t remember the last time you felt relaxed or content with yourself. It’s harder to find the words to express your emotions and experience. You don’t ask for help since you are the one that no one has to worry about, because you take care of everyone else. You are in need of a different kind of support, one that helps you heal and learn to live again. Email me today for more information!
Something seems–off. Your energy is low, or you’re staying in bed just a little bit longer. It’s easier for you to listen to your inner critic than to accept compassion and empathy. You can’t remember the last time you felt relaxed or content with yourself. It’s harder to find the words to express your emotions and experience. You don’t ask for help since you are the one that no one has to worry about, because you take care of everyone else. You are in need of a different kind of support, one that helps you heal and learn to live again. Email me today for more information!
I work with adults, teenagers, and folks in romantic relationships either in-person or virtually. I also complete psychological testing/ evaluation for ADHD, learning disorders, personality disorders, and to further inform therapy for teenagers and adults. I also work through PSYPACT to deliver telehealth services in PSYPACT approved states.
My style of therapy and testing is warm and conversational, integrating techniques from different modalities to tailor an approach that meets you where you are, whether that means working on skills and symptom reduction or through insight and family of origin.
I work with adults, teenagers, and folks in romantic relationships either in-person or virtually. I also complete psychological testing/ evaluation for ADHD, learning disorders, personality disorders, and to further inform therapy for teenagers and adults. I also work through PSYPACT to deliver telehealth services in PSYPACT approved states.
My style of therapy and testing is warm and conversational, integrating techniques from different modalities to tailor an approach that meets you where you are, whether that means working on skills and symptom reduction or through insight and family of origin.
I first want to thank you for taking the first step to seek out a therapist to address the identified conflict that you may be experiencing. It takes courage to reach out for help and I am privileged that you are considering me as your therapist. I have been practicing for over 15 years and have experience working alongside individuals, couples, and families who are seeking to work on addressing relationship conflict, overcome depression symptoms, and process past trauma. Each individual is different in their identified needs and I tailor my therapeutic approaches on a client centered model to address the individual needs.
I first want to thank you for taking the first step to seek out a therapist to address the identified conflict that you may be experiencing. It takes courage to reach out for help and I am privileged that you are considering me as your therapist. I have been practicing for over 15 years and have experience working alongside individuals, couples, and families who are seeking to work on addressing relationship conflict, overcome depression symptoms, and process past trauma. Each individual is different in their identified needs and I tailor my therapeutic approaches on a client centered model to address the individual needs.
Its hard to fix a problem when you are in the middle of it. That's where therapy comes in. Lets define your emotions and traumas and see where you are in your story and see how to get into a healthy space. The emphasis is on you and your knowledge of what the issues are and how to see it from a different perspective. Counseling is directed towards developing and making choices to have a better life. Therapy is about you and your needs. Join me on the couch.
Its hard to fix a problem when you are in the middle of it. That's where therapy comes in. Lets define your emotions and traumas and see where you are in your story and see how to get into a healthy space. The emphasis is on you and your knowledge of what the issues are and how to see it from a different perspective. Counseling is directed towards developing and making choices to have a better life. Therapy is about you and your needs. Join me on the couch.
I’m here to walk with you through life’s challenges—whether you’re navigating mental health struggles, substance use, or the mix of both that can feel overwhelming. My goal is to create a safe, compassionate space where you feel seen, heard, and valued.
Your story matters. Your relationships, culture, and community all shape who you are and play a vital role in the healing process. Together, we’ll uncover your strengths, build healthy habits, and break down the barriers that may be holding you back. Wherever you are on your journey, I’ll meet you there, ready to support the growth and healing you deserve.
I’m here to walk with you through life’s challenges—whether you’re navigating mental health struggles, substance use, or the mix of both that can feel overwhelming. My goal is to create a safe, compassionate space where you feel seen, heard, and valued.
Your story matters. Your relationships, culture, and community all shape who you are and play a vital role in the healing process. Together, we’ll uncover your strengths, build healthy habits, and break down the barriers that may be holding you back. Wherever you are on your journey, I’ll meet you there, ready to support the growth and healing you deserve.
I'm a compassionate licensed therapist who focuses on mental health, providing a non-judgmental, safe space where clients have the freedom to grow at their own pace. I aim to educate, encourage, & equip individuals with tools/resources to help them maintain self-care, emotional/mental/spiritual wellness, and experience transformation. I specialize in trauma-informed care, grief/loss, and self-care/stress management. I also help clients who have issues related to depression, anxiety, self-esteem, and career/purpose.
I'm a compassionate licensed therapist who focuses on mental health, providing a non-judgmental, safe space where clients have the freedom to grow at their own pace. I aim to educate, encourage, & equip individuals with tools/resources to help them maintain self-care, emotional/mental/spiritual wellness, and experience transformation. I specialize in trauma-informed care, grief/loss, and self-care/stress management. I also help clients who have issues related to depression, anxiety, self-esteem, and career/purpose.
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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.