Black and African American Therapists in Kennedale, TX
I primary focus on Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services.
My approach is practical, collaborative, and evidence-based, designed to help address concerns such as anxiety, depression, work-life balance, adjustment challenges, and coping skills development. Focused on helping to gain clarity, solutions, and apply tools both personally and professionally.
I primary focus on Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services.
My approach is practical, collaborative, and evidence-based, designed to help address concerns such as anxiety, depression, work-life balance, adjustment challenges, and coping skills development. Focused on helping to gain clarity, solutions, and apply tools both personally and professionally.
Navigating through life’s ups and downs can be challenging. It is through these challenges that we find our inner strength to overcome difficult circumstances in our lives. My goal is to partner with you as you celebrate life’s peaks as well as help guide you through the valleys utilizing the skills and strengths that you already possess. Understanding your power and strengths can be both liberating and empowering. Therefore developing positive habits and healthy decision making skills is key along your journey. You are taking the first step towards this freedom and it is worth it!
Navigating through life’s ups and downs can be challenging. It is through these challenges that we find our inner strength to overcome difficult circumstances in our lives. My goal is to partner with you as you celebrate life’s peaks as well as help guide you through the valleys utilizing the skills and strengths that you already possess. Understanding your power and strengths can be both liberating and empowering. Therefore developing positive habits and healthy decision making skills is key along your journey. You are taking the first step towards this freedom and it is worth it!
My goal is to create a space where clients feel safe, and understood, allowing them to express themselves in ways that feel natural.
We provide compassionate, individualized care that supports a wide range of emotional, behavioral, and developmental needs, including anxiety and worry, emotional regulation difficulties, behavioral challenges, ADHD and attention concerns, stress related to life transitions, self-esteem and confidence building, and meaningful parent support. By focusing on each client’s unique experiences and strengths, we help children, teens, and families develop effective coping skills.
Supervised by Heather Pina
My goal is to create a space where clients feel safe, and understood, allowing them to express themselves in ways that feel natural.
We provide compassionate, individualized care that supports a wide range of emotional, behavioral, and developmental needs, including anxiety and worry, emotional regulation difficulties, behavioral challenges, ADHD and attention concerns, stress related to life transitions, self-esteem and confidence building, and meaningful parent support. By focusing on each client’s unique experiences and strengths, we help children, teens, and families develop effective coping skills.
Supervised by Heather Pina
'Life is like a camera-focus on what's important, capture the good times, develop from the negatives and if things don't work out, just take another shot.' I have over ten years of experience in serving youth, tweens, teens, adults and families with a variety of mental health disabilities including emotional and behavioral needs. I believe in making the counseling process fun and individualized. I strive to help each individual move toward wholeness and wellness through listening and understanding each person's life story to help bring healing. I have worked with a variety of people from all backgrounds and cultures.
'Life is like a camera-focus on what's important, capture the good times, develop from the negatives and if things don't work out, just take another shot.' I have over ten years of experience in serving youth, tweens, teens, adults and families with a variety of mental health disabilities including emotional and behavioral needs. I believe in making the counseling process fun and individualized. I strive to help each individual move toward wholeness and wellness through listening and understanding each person's life story to help bring healing. I have worked with a variety of people from all backgrounds and cultures.
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Hello, hello! I help people who are high-functioning and successful on the outside, but internally exhausted by people-pleasing, perfectionism, and insecurity. Together, we deal with your shame, depression, anxiety, and unresolved trauma. This is more than helping you cope. At Freedom360 healing is the goal, so you can finally live a life that feels true and fully yours. My approach blends existential and narrative therapy with practical, down-to-earth strategies you can carry with you long after we meet.
Hello, hello! I help people who are high-functioning and successful on the outside, but internally exhausted by people-pleasing, perfectionism, and insecurity. Together, we deal with your shame, depression, anxiety, and unresolved trauma. This is more than helping you cope. At Freedom360 healing is the goal, so you can finally live a life that feels true and fully yours. My approach blends existential and narrative therapy with practical, down-to-earth strategies you can carry with you long after we meet.
For many of us, life simply does not go as planned. Whether it's anxiety from relationships, pressure from work, or a disconnect between your values and decisions, we all can feel lost at times. I'm here to be a support! My role as your therapist is to work alongside you to create a space for you to engage in self-discovery, process life events, unlearn unhelpful beliefs and behaviors, build coping skills, and work towards inner peace that often feels eluding. Together we can re-gain a sense of control as no matter what's led you here, I believe in the human capacity to adapt and grow with the right support.
For many of us, life simply does not go as planned. Whether it's anxiety from relationships, pressure from work, or a disconnect between your values and decisions, we all can feel lost at times. I'm here to be a support! My role as your therapist is to work alongside you to create a space for you to engage in self-discovery, process life events, unlearn unhelpful beliefs and behaviors, build coping skills, and work towards inner peace that often feels eluding. Together we can re-gain a sense of control as no matter what's led you here, I believe in the human capacity to adapt and grow with the right support.
You look fine. That’s part of the problem.
People describe you as strong.
Meanwhile, you’re carrying things nobody knows about.
The childhood you don’t talk about.
The sexual abuse you still question.
The relationship that changed you.
The years spent feeling unwanted, unprotected, overlooked, too much, or never enough.
You keep showing up for work.
Taking care of people.
Paying the bills.
Then you lay awake at night wondering why you’re still carrying all of this.
You look fine. That’s part of the problem.
People describe you as strong.
Meanwhile, you’re carrying things nobody knows about.
The childhood you don’t talk about.
The sexual abuse you still question.
The relationship that changed you.
The years spent feeling unwanted, unprotected, overlooked, too much, or never enough.
You keep showing up for work.
Taking care of people.
Paying the bills.
Then you lay awake at night wondering why you’re still carrying all of this.
Life is full of changes, those transitions can present emotional and psychological challenges that can be better addressed in a supportive and nurturing counseling environment. I believe that brokenness, challenges and life transitions can be restored when an individual partners with a trustworthy and compassionate professional to rediscover strength and acquire skills and unlock the treasures that lie within us all! There, we find the Essence of our Joy. Call or email me today.
Life is full of changes, those transitions can present emotional and psychological challenges that can be better addressed in a supportive and nurturing counseling environment. I believe that brokenness, challenges and life transitions can be restored when an individual partners with a trustworthy and compassionate professional to rediscover strength and acquire skills and unlock the treasures that lie within us all! There, we find the Essence of our Joy. Call or email me today.
You’re the one people describe as “having it all together”. You are capable, reliable & thoughtful. You likely get things done, are the emotional anchor in your relationships, and rarely “fall apart”. You may be someone who understands your patterns intellectually and has learned how to stay composed, independent, and emotionally contained. You often attune to the needs of people around you, can read the room effortlessly, anticipate what others feel, and carry more than your share. You likely handle responsibility with ease, follow through on what you say you’ll do, and rarely allow yourself to share your needs.
You’re the one people describe as “having it all together”. You are capable, reliable & thoughtful. You likely get things done, are the emotional anchor in your relationships, and rarely “fall apart”. You may be someone who understands your patterns intellectually and has learned how to stay composed, independent, and emotionally contained. You often attune to the needs of people around you, can read the room effortlessly, anticipate what others feel, and carry more than your share. You likely handle responsibility with ease, follow through on what you say you’ll do, and rarely allow yourself to share your needs.
I understand that life can feel overwhelming when you're constantly balancing work, relationships, responsibilities, and the expectations of others while rarely making time for yourself. I work with adolescents, young adults, adults, and families navigating anxiety, stress, burnout, life transitions, relationship challenges, and emotional overwhelm. My goal is to provide a warm, supportive, and judgment-free virtual space where you can show up authentically, build healthier coping skills, strengthen boundaries, and create lasting change that supports confidence, balance, and emotional wellness.
I understand that life can feel overwhelming when you're constantly balancing work, relationships, responsibilities, and the expectations of others while rarely making time for yourself. I work with adolescents, young adults, adults, and families navigating anxiety, stress, burnout, life transitions, relationship challenges, and emotional overwhelm. My goal is to provide a warm, supportive, and judgment-free virtual space where you can show up authentically, build healthier coping skills, strengthen boundaries, and create lasting change that supports confidence, balance, and emotional wellness.
I specialize in working with trauma clients and pre-marital counseling, (certified as a S.Y.B.M.I.S. (Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts) assessor.
You can easily book a session with me by giving me a call, email, or through the Headway link provided below.
Looking forward to hearing from you!
I specialize in working with trauma clients and pre-marital counseling, (certified as a S.Y.B.M.I.S. (Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts) assessor.
You can easily book a session with me by giving me a call, email, or through the Headway link provided below.
Looking forward to hearing from you!
Dr. Robin Washington-White
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, LMFT, NCC, LPC
5 Endorsed
Online Only
As a Black female therapist, I welcome and support women from all backgrounds in discovering your strengths, growing in self-love, and creating a life you truly want.
In our sessions, I take a strengths-based approach focusing on your ability to make different choices to help you develop into your best self. I believe we become what we repeatedly do, so we’ll work on shifting both your actions and mindset to build a life you truly love—focusing on your health, relationships, career, purpose and overall happiness.
As a Black female therapist, I welcome and support women from all backgrounds in discovering your strengths, growing in self-love, and creating a life you truly want.
In our sessions, I take a strengths-based approach focusing on your ability to make different choices to help you develop into your best self. I believe we become what we repeatedly do, so we’ll work on shifting both your actions and mindset to build a life you truly love—focusing on your health, relationships, career, purpose and overall happiness.
I’m Kennedy M. Sabelko, a Ph.D level clinical therapist with over 25 years of experience in the mental health and educational fields. My passion for helping others improve their quality of life comes from my personal, clinical, and cultural experiences.
I’m Kennedy M. Sabelko, a Ph.D level clinical therapist with over 25 years of experience in the mental health and educational fields. My passion for helping others improve their quality of life comes from my personal, clinical, and cultural experiences.
At Kenyatta Black Counseling (KBC) we offer a custom approach for each of our clients!
Helping people live a better life is our passion. It might mean learning to set boundaries, working through a loss, or life transition or helping you change a pattern of behavior that is keeping you stuck. Our goal is to help you feel better so you can live the life youʼve always dreamed of!
At Kenyatta Black Counseling (KBC) we offer a custom approach for each of our clients!
Helping people live a better life is our passion. It might mean learning to set boundaries, working through a loss, or life transition or helping you change a pattern of behavior that is keeping you stuck. Our goal is to help you feel better so you can live the life youʼve always dreamed of!
As a compassionate and dedicated counselor, my mission is to guide you on a journey towards achieving balance and well-being in your life. I firmly believe that balance is the key to finding equilibrium in a world filled with diverse responsibilities and challenges. It's not about striving for perfection but rather creating a more manageable and harmonious existence where you can thrive. Your journey towards equilibrium is not a solitary one but a shared endeavor where we will explore tools, skills, and insights to help you regain a sense of harmony in your daily life.
As a compassionate and dedicated counselor, my mission is to guide you on a journey towards achieving balance and well-being in your life. I firmly believe that balance is the key to finding equilibrium in a world filled with diverse responsibilities and challenges. It's not about striving for perfection but rather creating a more manageable and harmonious existence where you can thrive. Your journey towards equilibrium is not a solitary one but a shared endeavor where we will explore tools, skills, and insights to help you regain a sense of harmony in your daily life.
Let’s be honest…living life is hard and adulting is even harder. As a Licensed Psychologist, Board Certified in Clinical Health Psychology, my care involves a holistic approach to identify, address, and overcome life's challenges. Personally, I identify as a wife, mother, daughter, employee, and entrepreneur wearing many hats just like you. So, I understand trying to pursue work-life integration and am passionate about supporting the working professional trying to “do it all” and live life without limits WHILE managing depression, anxiety, medical problems, low self-esteem, boundary concerns, parenting, or workplace stressors.
Let’s be honest…living life is hard and adulting is even harder. As a Licensed Psychologist, Board Certified in Clinical Health Psychology, my care involves a holistic approach to identify, address, and overcome life's challenges. Personally, I identify as a wife, mother, daughter, employee, and entrepreneur wearing many hats just like you. So, I understand trying to pursue work-life integration and am passionate about supporting the working professional trying to “do it all” and live life without limits WHILE managing depression, anxiety, medical problems, low self-esteem, boundary concerns, parenting, or workplace stressors.
Life's challenges can be devastating; however they do not have to be allowed to destroy. You cannot change past experiences but through therapy, you can choose to change the impact and heal. Your time in therapy can be empowering, challenging and fulfilling. The effort you put into your desired change equals the results you will receive.
Life's challenges can be devastating; however they do not have to be allowed to destroy. You cannot change past experiences but through therapy, you can choose to change the impact and heal. Your time in therapy can be empowering, challenging and fulfilling. The effort you put into your desired change equals the results you will receive.
Lauren Davis
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MS, LPC-A, NCC, CCPS-C
5 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75204
You are seen and heard, and together, we will work to empower you to live the life you want to live. As a counselor, I look forward to creating a collaborative partnership where I can help you navigate life’s challenges and discover your path to personal growth and fulfillment.
You are seen and heard, and together, we will work to empower you to live the life you want to live. As a counselor, I look forward to creating a collaborative partnership where I can help you navigate life’s challenges and discover your path to personal growth and fulfillment.
Hello! Do you often feel overwhelmed by your emotions? Do intrusive thoughts keep you from being fully present? Are you struggling with disconnection in your relationships? You’re not alone, and together, we can build the life you want.
Hello! Do you often feel overwhelmed by your emotions? Do intrusive thoughts keep you from being fully present? Are you struggling with disconnection in your relationships? You’re not alone, and together, we can build the life you want.
Do you often feel anxious, low, overwhelmed, or emotionally drained? Have past hurts, self-doubt, or strained relationships that leave you feeling disconnected from yourself disconnected feeling unseen? Maybe you are a person that wants more than coping; you want clarity, confidence, healthy boundaries, and relationships that feel safe and genuine. At The Cozy Place, I offer a warm and supportive space where you can slow down, be heard without judgment, and gently heal, reconnecting with your worth and creating a more grounded, authentic, and fulfilling life.
Do you often feel anxious, low, overwhelmed, or emotionally drained? Have past hurts, self-doubt, or strained relationships that leave you feeling disconnected from yourself disconnected feeling unseen? Maybe you are a person that wants more than coping; you want clarity, confidence, healthy boundaries, and relationships that feel safe and genuine. At The Cozy Place, I offer a warm and supportive space where you can slow down, be heard without judgment, and gently heal, reconnecting with your worth and creating a more grounded, authentic, and fulfilling life.
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FAQ - Black and African American Counselling
As an African American, why might I wish to see a therapist who is African American?
Working with an African American therapist can often mean that you start from a place of shared understanding with a therapist rather than having to explain your experience from scratch. A therapist who shares your racial identity is more likely to understand the specific pressures shaping your mental health, including navigating racism, cultural identity, and the overall experience of being Black in the United States. They are also more likely to understand the role that family, community, and cultural expectations play in your life without requiring a lengthy explanation. This shared foundation can create a greater sense of safety in the therapeutic relationship and make it easier to open up at the start of therapy.
Are there Black therapists who specialize in working with Black men or Black women?
Yes, many Black therapists have specific experience working with Black men or Black women. While therapists who work with Black clients broadly address concerns relevant to all genders, like anxiety or depression, those with a gender-specific focus are equipped to work with you on the particular ways that race and gender may intersect. For example, some therapists may specialize in working with Black women on topics like body image or maternal mental health, while other therapists may work with Black men on topics such as relationships or masculinity.
Do Black therapists offer marriage and couples counseling?
Yes, many Black therapists are trained in couples and marriage counseling and can work with partners navigating a wide range of relationship challenges. Therapists who identify as Black may have a better understanding of the cultural dynamics surrounding marriage, family roles, and conflict that are specific to African American communities and can work with you and your partner without making assumptions about your background.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with Black clients?
The initial consultation, which is typically a brief phone or video call, is the right time to raise a therapist’s experience working with Black clients. You can ask specific questions, such as "Do you have experience working with Black clients?" or more broad questions, such as "How do you approach cultural identity in your practice?". During the initial consultation, you can also ask whether they have undertaken training in cultural competence and how they would handle a situation where a cultural misunderstanding arose in therapy. A therapist who responds to these questions thoughtfully and without defensiveness is a good sign they are equipped to work with you effectively.
Who is included in Psychology Today's directory of Black therapists?
The directory of Black therapists includes therapists who have self-identified their ethnicity in their profiles. Psychology Today uses this information to assist clients in finding a therapist who can provide a cultural match. However, not all therapists choose to disclose their ethnicity in their profile, and they may not appear in search results for this reason. In situations where the number of therapists who have identified as Black is limited, the directory will also show therapists who have undergone specific multicultural training or have extensive experience working with clients from relevant cultural backgrounds.