Black and African American Therapists in Hurst, TX
If you're reading this, chances are you’re carrying something heavy ... maybe quietly, maybe with a sense that you're ready for change but unsure how to begin. I want you to know that you’re not alone, and you don’t have to sort through it all on your own.
The people I work with are often in seasons of transition. They may feel overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck in recurring patterns, or uncertain about who they’re becoming. Some are working through relationship challenges, grief, identity questions, or just trying to understand why life feels harder than it should.
If you're reading this, chances are you’re carrying something heavy ... maybe quietly, maybe with a sense that you're ready for change but unsure how to begin. I want you to know that you’re not alone, and you don’t have to sort through it all on your own.
The people I work with are often in seasons of transition. They may feel overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck in recurring patterns, or uncertain about who they’re becoming. Some are working through relationship challenges, grief, identity questions, or just trying to understand why life feels harder than it should.
Hi! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Texas. I received my Doctoral degree in Social Work from Capella University and my Master's and Bachelor's degrees in Social Work from The University of Oklahoma. I have been practicing in various therapeutic roles, primarily with children and families, for 13 years now. I love to help individuals who are struggling with their mental health, processing a past or current traumatic experience, dealing with grief/loss, navigating who they are or who they want to become, or simply needing support from someone who cares.
Hi! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Texas. I received my Doctoral degree in Social Work from Capella University and my Master's and Bachelor's degrees in Social Work from The University of Oklahoma. I have been practicing in various therapeutic roles, primarily with children and families, for 13 years now. I love to help individuals who are struggling with their mental health, processing a past or current traumatic experience, dealing with grief/loss, navigating who they are or who they want to become, or simply needing support from someone who cares.
Sex, intimacy, and relationships are some of the most common and least talked about struggles that couples and individuals face. We help adults, couples, and families dealing with sexual concerns, intimacy issues, infidelity, relationship conflict, and trauma through sex therapy, marriage counseling, family therapy, and Brainspotting. Therapy here is direct, intentional, and focused on real change—not surface-level conversations.
Sex, intimacy, and relationships are some of the most common and least talked about struggles that couples and individuals face. We help adults, couples, and families dealing with sexual concerns, intimacy issues, infidelity, relationship conflict, and trauma through sex therapy, marriage counseling, family therapy, and Brainspotting. Therapy here is direct, intentional, and focused on real change—not surface-level conversations.
You love God and want to live with greater peace, freedom, and connection, but anxiety, shame, relationship struggles, or past wounds keep getting in the way. You're tired of pretending everything is fine and ready for healing that addresses both your emotional health and your faith journey. Whether you're navigating unwanted sexual behaviors, marriage and intimacy issues, family wounds, or seasons of overwhelm, you don't have to face them alone. Therapy can help you move toward lasting healing, healthier relationships, and a deeper sense of purpose.
You love God and want to live with greater peace, freedom, and connection, but anxiety, shame, relationship struggles, or past wounds keep getting in the way. You're tired of pretending everything is fine and ready for healing that addresses both your emotional health and your faith journey. Whether you're navigating unwanted sexual behaviors, marriage and intimacy issues, family wounds, or seasons of overwhelm, you don't have to face them alone. Therapy can help you move toward lasting healing, healthier relationships, and a deeper sense of purpose.
My ideal client is someone who feels stuck in substance use patterns, emotional pain, or unhealthy relationships and is ready for change. They may be battling relapse, anxiety, depression, or unresolved trauma, yet desire stability, clarity, and purpose. They want healthier coping skills, restored confidence, and stronger boundaries so they can rebuild their life, relationships, and sense of self.
My ideal client is someone who feels stuck in substance use patterns, emotional pain, or unhealthy relationships and is ready for change. They may be battling relapse, anxiety, depression, or unresolved trauma, yet desire stability, clarity, and purpose. They want healthier coping skills, restored confidence, and stronger boundaries so they can rebuild their life, relationships, and sense of self.
I work under the motto, "The sun will rise and set regardless. What we choose to do with the light while its here is up to us..." I fully believe in journeying with my clients through treatment. I truly enjoy working with my clients on the variety of life's ups and downs. Over the years, I have worked with depression, anxiety, trauma, and some of the more severe mental health problems. My other experience includes working with self-harm and suicidal behaviors, as well as behavior management.
I work under the motto, "The sun will rise and set regardless. What we choose to do with the light while its here is up to us..." I fully believe in journeying with my clients through treatment. I truly enjoy working with my clients on the variety of life's ups and downs. Over the years, I have worked with depression, anxiety, trauma, and some of the more severe mental health problems. My other experience includes working with self-harm and suicidal behaviors, as well as behavior management.
Greetings. The world is undergoing significant changes, and adapting to these transitions can be challenging. However, there are pathways forward. As an eclectic therapist, I am committed to supporting individuals facing a broad range of concerns. Over recent years, I have worked with clients navigating mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and personality disorders. If you are seeking a therapist who will collaborate with you during this period of your life, please contact me via phone or email to arrange a consultation.
Greetings. The world is undergoing significant changes, and adapting to these transitions can be challenging. However, there are pathways forward. As an eclectic therapist, I am committed to supporting individuals facing a broad range of concerns. Over recent years, I have worked with clients navigating mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and personality disorders. If you are seeking a therapist who will collaborate with you during this period of your life, please contact me via phone or email to arrange a consultation.
I am deeply passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families build the lives they aspire to lead—lives rooted in connection, clarity, and emotional well-being. My work centers on cultivating strong support systems, nurturing meaningful relationships, and guiding people in regulating their nervous systems/emotions. I believe that the true work begins with understanding our origin.
Each of us is a mosaic—an intricate composition of the people, places, and experiences that have shaped us. My goal is to help people not just cope, but thrive—with intention, authenticity, and self-awareness.
I am deeply passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families build the lives they aspire to lead—lives rooted in connection, clarity, and emotional well-being. My work centers on cultivating strong support systems, nurturing meaningful relationships, and guiding people in regulating their nervous systems/emotions. I believe that the true work begins with understanding our origin.
Each of us is a mosaic—an intricate composition of the people, places, and experiences that have shaped us. My goal is to help people not just cope, but thrive—with intention, authenticity, and self-awareness.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) at Full Hearts Counseling, LLC. Life can be unpredictable, and at times, overwhelming. I believe therapy should be a space where you feel safe, heard, and supported as you navigate whatever you're facing. Whether you're dealing with addiction, grief, trauma, or just feeling stuck, my goal is to help you build practical coping strategies and reconnect with your strengths.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) at Full Hearts Counseling, LLC. Life can be unpredictable, and at times, overwhelming. I believe therapy should be a space where you feel safe, heard, and supported as you navigate whatever you're facing. Whether you're dealing with addiction, grief, trauma, or just feeling stuck, my goal is to help you build practical coping strategies and reconnect with your strengths.
Trish Bertrand
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, CIMHP, EMDR-tr, RN
1 Endorsed
Hurst, TX 76054
From the outside, life may look fine, yet it feels like something is missing and you're not quite sure why. You may struggle with anxiety, relationship challenges, self-doubt, people-pleasing, perfectionism, or feeling disconnected from yourself or others. Maybe you understand the patterns and where they come from, but knowing how to create lasting change feels less clear. Many of the people I work with are thoughtful, self-aware individuals carrying the effects of difficult life experiences, childhood trauma, or emotional neglect who are ready to better understand themselves and move forward.
From the outside, life may look fine, yet it feels like something is missing and you're not quite sure why. You may struggle with anxiety, relationship challenges, self-doubt, people-pleasing, perfectionism, or feeling disconnected from yourself or others. Maybe you understand the patterns and where they come from, but knowing how to create lasting change feels less clear. Many of the people I work with are thoughtful, self-aware individuals carrying the effects of difficult life experiences, childhood trauma, or emotional neglect who are ready to better understand themselves and move forward.
You’ve arrived in a place created for rest, reflection, and honest conversation. My role is to walk alongside you as you navigate whatever life is placing in front of you. Healing happens when you feel understood, not judged, and have space to explore your story at a pace that feels right. My approach is collaborative and culturally responsive, honoring the identities and experiences that shape who you are while creating a safe, empowering space for your healing.
You’ve arrived in a place created for rest, reflection, and honest conversation. My role is to walk alongside you as you navigate whatever life is placing in front of you. Healing happens when you feel understood, not judged, and have space to explore your story at a pace that feels right. My approach is collaborative and culturally responsive, honoring the identities and experiences that shape who you are while creating a safe, empowering space for your healing.
I don't think therapy should be some stale, clinical, sterile experience. That doesn’t sound like a great therapy experience to me! I work with women who are seeking change in their life – related to career, social life, personal development – but don’t know where to start or how to make positive change happen. Within the therapy setting I create a welcoming environment by taking on a solution focused approach, utilizing empathy, challenging you when appropriate, and using humor at times.
I don't think therapy should be some stale, clinical, sterile experience. That doesn’t sound like a great therapy experience to me! I work with women who are seeking change in their life – related to career, social life, personal development – but don’t know where to start or how to make positive change happen. Within the therapy setting I create a welcoming environment by taking on a solution focused approach, utilizing empathy, challenging you when appropriate, and using humor at times.
Hello, I’m an LPC, DOT-SAP, ADC. I specialize in anxiety, trauma, PTSD, adjustment issues, and low self-esteem, using cognitive processing therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and attachment therapy. My approach focuses on helping clients develop effective coping strategies, process difficult experiences, and build healthier relationships.
Hello, I’m an LPC, DOT-SAP, ADC. I specialize in anxiety, trauma, PTSD, adjustment issues, and low self-esteem, using cognitive processing therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and attachment therapy. My approach focuses on helping clients develop effective coping strategies, process difficult experiences, and build healthier relationships.
As a certified life coach with 16 years in education as a high school teacher and school counselor. I create a safe space for teens and preteens to be heard, supported, and empowered. Using practical strategies and real talk, I help you figure out what really matters to you, manage stress, build resilience, and set goals that feel right for you. Whether you're dealing with school pressure, friendships, family stuff, or just trying to understand yourself better—I’m here to help you feel more confident, clear, and in control of your next steps.
As a certified life coach with 16 years in education as a high school teacher and school counselor. I create a safe space for teens and preteens to be heard, supported, and empowered. Using practical strategies and real talk, I help you figure out what really matters to you, manage stress, build resilience, and set goals that feel right for you. Whether you're dealing with school pressure, friendships, family stuff, or just trying to understand yourself better—I’m here to help you feel more confident, clear, and in control of your next steps.
As a licensed professional associate therapist, I work with teens, families and adults. I help clients facing anxiety, trauma, parenting stress and life transitions. I provide a supportive and practical space for healing and growth.
As a licensed professional associate therapist, I work with teens, families and adults. I help clients facing anxiety, trauma, parenting stress and life transitions. I provide a supportive and practical space for healing and growth.
You’re the one everyone counts on; driven, independent, and always moving. Slowing down feels uncomfortable. Emotions feel messy. You pride yourself on keeping it together, figuring things out on your own, and thinking your way through problems rather than feeling them. But if you are honest, there’s a part of you that’s tired of playing that role. A part that wonders why connection feels so hard, why vulnerability feels unsafe, and why, no matter how much you achieve, it never really feels like enough.
You’re the one everyone counts on; driven, independent, and always moving. Slowing down feels uncomfortable. Emotions feel messy. You pride yourself on keeping it together, figuring things out on your own, and thinking your way through problems rather than feeling them. But if you are honest, there’s a part of you that’s tired of playing that role. A part that wonders why connection feels so hard, why vulnerability feels unsafe, and why, no matter how much you achieve, it never really feels like enough.
I welcome clients across every stage of life — from school-age children to older adults — including individuals, couples, and families navigating life's most difficult seasons. I have a particular depth of experience with military families, multicultural communities, and those facing transitions, trauma, or patterns that feel impossible to break. Whether you're struggling quietly or in the middle of a crisis, my practice is a place where you are seen, taken seriously, and met with genuine care.
I welcome clients across every stage of life — from school-age children to older adults — including individuals, couples, and families navigating life's most difficult seasons. I have a particular depth of experience with military families, multicultural communities, and those facing transitions, trauma, or patterns that feel impossible to break. Whether you're struggling quietly or in the middle of a crisis, my practice is a place where you are seen, taken seriously, and met with genuine care.
If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, looking to develop your emotional maturity, or feeling like you always have to be the strong one, I specialize in providing counseling services tailored to women's health, anxiety, emotional maturity, and other concerns. My ideal client is someone who is seeking to better understand themselves, manage their anxiety, and cultivate emotional growth in order to live a more fulfilling and balanced life.
If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, looking to develop your emotional maturity, or feeling like you always have to be the strong one, I specialize in providing counseling services tailored to women's health, anxiety, emotional maturity, and other concerns. My ideal client is someone who is seeking to better understand themselves, manage their anxiety, and cultivate emotional growth in order to live a more fulfilling and balanced life.
I view counseling as a collaborative journey of self-discovery and growth, that fully begins when clients viscerally feel seen, safe, and understood. I believe in the importance of embracing one’s experiences, emotions, and the totality of who they are and who they love to change. To that end, my aim is to allow clients of a variety of ages, cultures, and backgrounds, to process and explore their reality fully, create connection, hope, meaning, and provide additional tools that can help bridge to healthier thinking, choices, and lifestyles.
I view counseling as a collaborative journey of self-discovery and growth, that fully begins when clients viscerally feel seen, safe, and understood. I believe in the importance of embracing one’s experiences, emotions, and the totality of who they are and who they love to change. To that end, my aim is to allow clients of a variety of ages, cultures, and backgrounds, to process and explore their reality fully, create connection, hope, meaning, and provide additional tools that can help bridge to healthier thinking, choices, and lifestyles.
Are you tired of feeling stuck? Do you wish you had a structure in place to facilitate healing of your own design? Do you wish you had someone to truly listen? My goal is to walk alongside you. I love collaborating with those looking for hope, warmth, and humor in a space that belongs totally to you and your soul. I work well with those desiring new perspectives and a sense of progress, and I work hard to employ evidence-based and neuroscience-backed ways to achieve just that.
Are you tired of feeling stuck? Do you wish you had a structure in place to facilitate healing of your own design? Do you wish you had someone to truly listen? My goal is to walk alongside you. I love collaborating with those looking for hope, warmth, and humor in a space that belongs totally to you and your soul. I work well with those desiring new perspectives and a sense of progress, and I work hard to employ evidence-based and neuroscience-backed ways to achieve just that.
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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.