Black and African American Therapists in Prosper, TX
Clients come to me looking for a Black therapist because therapy is a place you should feel comfortable, safe, and understood.
Do you find yourself feeling anxious, stressed, and overwhelmed no matter what you do? You may be fed up with how anxiety is affecting your relationships, your peace of mind, and your physical health. You may not remember the last time you felt like yourself. One thing is for sure: you're ready for some relief. You're ready to feel calmer and more grounded. You're ready to have better, more emotionally connected relationships. Most of all, you're ready to feel like yourself again.
Clients come to me looking for a Black therapist because therapy is a place you should feel comfortable, safe, and understood.
Do you find yourself feeling anxious, stressed, and overwhelmed no matter what you do? You may be fed up with how anxiety is affecting your relationships, your peace of mind, and your physical health. You may not remember the last time you felt like yourself. One thing is for sure: you're ready for some relief. You're ready to feel calmer and more grounded. You're ready to have better, more emotionally connected relationships. Most of all, you're ready to feel like yourself again.
Sometimes life can be overwhelming and it becomes hard to see the light at the end of the tunnel. Learning to understand and weather through the stress and discomfort takes a skill that I can help you achieve. Find the clarity that you need, peace and satisfaction you are searching for. Whether it is finding a balance between work and family or relationship issues, I can help.
Sometimes life can be overwhelming and it becomes hard to see the light at the end of the tunnel. Learning to understand and weather through the stress and discomfort takes a skill that I can help you achieve. Find the clarity that you need, peace and satisfaction you are searching for. Whether it is finding a balance between work and family or relationship issues, I can help.
You need help. Welcome to the club! We all need help sometimes. Congratulations for being courageous enough to be on this site exploring. I have experience with adults, adolescents and couples with a variety of presenting problems including but not limited to anxiety/stress, depression, relationship issues, martial issues, PTSD, spiritual issues, grief, pain and anger management. Peace of mind and feeling more balanced are things you can achieve. Are you ready for change? I look forward to working with you.
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You need help. Welcome to the club! We all need help sometimes. Congratulations for being courageous enough to be on this site exploring. I have experience with adults, adolescents and couples with a variety of presenting problems including but not limited to anxiety/stress, depression, relationship issues, martial issues, PTSD, spiritual issues, grief, pain and anger management. Peace of mind and feeling more balanced are things you can achieve. Are you ready for change? I look forward to working with you.
Please message me from my smallvictories website to get the fastest response.
I am an experienced Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in working with individuals who have relationship issues and couples in need of pre and post marital counseling. I help professional singles discover what is holding them back from receiving all that they desire in relationships and guide them through the process of obtaining the life that they desire! If you are a single professional who appears to have it all together but silently struggle with self-worth, emotional triggers and fear of not having the tools to acquire or sustain the ideal relationship, Crossing Jordan is for you! See YOU in session...
I am an experienced Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in working with individuals who have relationship issues and couples in need of pre and post marital counseling. I help professional singles discover what is holding them back from receiving all that they desire in relationships and guide them through the process of obtaining the life that they desire! If you are a single professional who appears to have it all together but silently struggle with self-worth, emotional triggers and fear of not having the tools to acquire or sustain the ideal relationship, Crossing Jordan is for you! See YOU in session...
Relationships can be full of conflicts fueled by the emotions of unresolved hurt, pain and insecurities. Marriages struggle because of inability to communicate needs and desires in an effective way and are often hampered by anger and emotion fueled episodes. I would love to assist you in fine tuning your tools to help build healthy interactions in your life and assist you in moving from hurt to healing, growth and the ability to thrive in your relationships. I specialize in restoring relationships and assisting clients in diving deep to heal past hurts that hinder present growth.
Relationships can be full of conflicts fueled by the emotions of unresolved hurt, pain and insecurities. Marriages struggle because of inability to communicate needs and desires in an effective way and are often hampered by anger and emotion fueled episodes. I would love to assist you in fine tuning your tools to help build healthy interactions in your life and assist you in moving from hurt to healing, growth and the ability to thrive in your relationships. I specialize in restoring relationships and assisting clients in diving deep to heal past hurts that hinder present growth.
Keonta's approach to therapy is client-centered, meaning that he values the input and perspective of his clients in the therapeutic process. He believes that healing and growth are most effective when clients are active participants in their own therapy journey. Keonta also emphasizes the importance of building a strong therapeutic relationship based on trust and respect. In addition to his clinical work, Keonta is dedicated to ongoing professional development and stays current on the latest research and best practices in the field of mental health. Please access website link or scan QR code to book appointment.
Keonta's approach to therapy is client-centered, meaning that he values the input and perspective of his clients in the therapeutic process. He believes that healing and growth are most effective when clients are active participants in their own therapy journey. Keonta also emphasizes the importance of building a strong therapeutic relationship based on trust and respect. In addition to his clinical work, Keonta is dedicated to ongoing professional development and stays current on the latest research and best practices in the field of mental health. Please access website link or scan QR code to book appointment.
I am passionate about working with adolescents and adults with issues related to interpersonal conflict, depression, anxiety, identifying and building coping skills, and a variety of other presenting concerns. I understand the importance of connecting multicultural and women's issues to therapeutic goals. I recognize that it can be challenging to ask for help with mental health needs. I offer a compassionate approach to treatment tailored to fit your lifestyle. Finding support to gain understanding while learning to cope with life challenges is critical to improving well-being.
I am passionate about working with adolescents and adults with issues related to interpersonal conflict, depression, anxiety, identifying and building coping skills, and a variety of other presenting concerns. I understand the importance of connecting multicultural and women's issues to therapeutic goals. I recognize that it can be challenging to ask for help with mental health needs. I offer a compassionate approach to treatment tailored to fit your lifestyle. Finding support to gain understanding while learning to cope with life challenges is critical to improving well-being.
If you're feeling overwhelmed by trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship struggles, or major life changes, you don't have to face it alone. I know reaching out for therapy can feel intimidating, and I'm proud of you for taking this first step. I work with children, teens, adults, couples, and families to create a safe, supportive space where you can process difficult experiences, build resilience, strengthen relationships, and regain confidence while moving toward a healthier, more fulfilling life.
If you're feeling overwhelmed by trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship struggles, or major life changes, you don't have to face it alone. I know reaching out for therapy can feel intimidating, and I'm proud of you for taking this first step. I work with children, teens, adults, couples, and families to create a safe, supportive space where you can process difficult experiences, build resilience, strengthen relationships, and regain confidence while moving toward a healthier, more fulfilling life.
Are you in need of some "Me Time"? Perhaps you are experiencing work-related stress, school-related stress, or increased responsibilities and conflicts within your family or social settings. Maybe you're a professional caregiver or family caregiver and trying to find a healthy work/life balance to decrease frustrations and burnout. No matter which category you fall into it can sometimes become overwhelming to say the least. You exert so much time and energy giving and being kind to others, which is great! I'm for it! But, listen up, "DON'T JUST BE KIND TO OTHERS, BE KIND TO YOURSELF"! In other words, self-care is important too.
Are you in need of some "Me Time"? Perhaps you are experiencing work-related stress, school-related stress, or increased responsibilities and conflicts within your family or social settings. Maybe you're a professional caregiver or family caregiver and trying to find a healthy work/life balance to decrease frustrations and burnout. No matter which category you fall into it can sometimes become overwhelming to say the least. You exert so much time and energy giving and being kind to others, which is great! I'm for it! But, listen up, "DON'T JUST BE KIND TO OTHERS, BE KIND TO YOURSELF"! In other words, self-care is important too.
I specialize and enjoy working with neurodiverse adolescents and adults that have challenges or identities related to autism, anxiety, ADHD, and the LGTBQ community. I lead groups for transgender youth and for parents of transgender people. I value a holistic, collaborative approach that takes into consideration every aspect of the client’s life (e.g., medical history, religion/spirituality, psycho-social stressors, family dynamics). I utilize evidenced-based treatments that include cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness and interpersonal strategies to help each individual better manage their symptoms.
I specialize and enjoy working with neurodiverse adolescents and adults that have challenges or identities related to autism, anxiety, ADHD, and the LGTBQ community. I lead groups for transgender youth and for parents of transgender people. I value a holistic, collaborative approach that takes into consideration every aspect of the client’s life (e.g., medical history, religion/spirituality, psycho-social stressors, family dynamics). I utilize evidenced-based treatments that include cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness and interpersonal strategies to help each individual better manage their symptoms.
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.
I help anxious women in Frisco and across Texas heal from unresolved childhood and relational trauma that still shows up today as people-pleasing, poor boundaries, low confidence, and relationships that feel hard. So much of what you carry lives in the body, in how it braces for conflict and closeness, and that is where real change begins. We focus on getting to the root together, not just focusing on managing symptoms, so you can feel grounded, secure, and finally at peace.
I help anxious women in Frisco and across Texas heal from unresolved childhood and relational trauma that still shows up today as people-pleasing, poor boundaries, low confidence, and relationships that feel hard. So much of what you carry lives in the body, in how it braces for conflict and closeness, and that is where real change begins. We focus on getting to the root together, not just focusing on managing symptoms, so you can feel grounded, secure, and finally at peace.
Life in a nutshell can be difficult. The good news is you have everything within you to create new beginnings.
Life in a nutshell can be difficult. The good news is you have everything within you to create new beginnings.
My ideal client is motivated to grow but may feel stuck or overwhelmed by anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship issues, or life transitions. They want practical tools, emotional support, and a safe space to be heard and understood. Their goals are to manage emotions, improve relationships, and create lasting, positive change in their lives.
My ideal client is motivated to grow but may feel stuck or overwhelmed by anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship issues, or life transitions. They want practical tools, emotional support, and a safe space to be heard and understood. Their goals are to manage emotions, improve relationships, and create lasting, positive change in their lives.
As a former football coach, I have developed an approach to therapy that will allow me to utilize coaching concepts to address the needs of my clients while in sessions.
As a former football coach, I have developed an approach to therapy that will allow me to utilize coaching concepts to address the needs of my clients while in sessions.
You might notice flashbacks, intrusive memories, or nightmares disrupting your days and nights. Or maybe you’ve started avoiding people, places, or emotions because facing them feels overwhelming. Low self-esteem, exhaustion, and insomnia may be wearing you down. These are all signs of how trauma can continue to live in the body and mind—but it does not have to define or control your life. Maybe you’re struggling with mood swings, emotional numbness, or heavy feelings of guilt, anger, or shame that leave you feeling stuck. Healing is possible, and you don’t have to go through it alone.
You might notice flashbacks, intrusive memories, or nightmares disrupting your days and nights. Or maybe you’ve started avoiding people, places, or emotions because facing them feels overwhelming. Low self-esteem, exhaustion, and insomnia may be wearing you down. These are all signs of how trauma can continue to live in the body and mind—but it does not have to define or control your life. Maybe you’re struggling with mood swings, emotional numbness, or heavy feelings of guilt, anger, or shame that leave you feeling stuck. Healing is possible, and you don’t have to go through it alone.
Susan Thompson Professional Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MEd, LPC-A
Online Only
Hi! I am a licensed professional counselor-associate in Texas under the supervision of Dr. Cynthia Johnson-Jones.
Life doesn’t always follow a neat script. When things feel overwhelming, you deserve a therapist who truly sees you, hears you, and understands your experience. My role is to offer a safe, supportive space where you can explore life’s complexities, gain clarity, and build a path toward meaningful change.
Hi! I am a licensed professional counselor-associate in Texas under the supervision of Dr. Cynthia Johnson-Jones.
Life doesn’t always follow a neat script. When things feel overwhelming, you deserve a therapist who truly sees you, hears you, and understands your experience. My role is to offer a safe, supportive space where you can explore life’s complexities, gain clarity, and build a path toward meaningful change.
At times, life becomes difficult to navigate. When our life’s troubles seem to persist, it can leave us feeling hopeless, isolated, and disconnected from our true selves. The burden of our traumas can set the tone for our life experiences. Communication in our relationships might suffer. Finding peace can seem like a daily battle. Our cultural identities may face stigmas, causing us distress. Personal goals sometimes seem out of reach. The current social climate can be discouraging and confusing.
You are not alone in this struggle, and better yet, your willingness and courage to reach out for help is a huge step in itself!
At times, life becomes difficult to navigate. When our life’s troubles seem to persist, it can leave us feeling hopeless, isolated, and disconnected from our true selves. The burden of our traumas can set the tone for our life experiences. Communication in our relationships might suffer. Finding peace can seem like a daily battle. Our cultural identities may face stigmas, causing us distress. Personal goals sometimes seem out of reach. The current social climate can be discouraging and confusing.
You are not alone in this struggle, and better yet, your willingness and courage to reach out for help is a huge step in itself!
Surviving or thriving? I work with adults who are capable and committed yet worn down by burnout, chronic stress, mental health conditions, or major life transitions. Many have spent years holding it together in demanding workplaces or family systems, feeling depleted, vigilant, and unsure how to move forward. They want steadiness, clarity, and confidence—relief from survival mode and a way to care for themselves that feels intentional and aligned. My goal is to support you in restoring self-trust, strengthen agency, and make choices that support a more sustainable, grounded life.
Surviving or thriving? I work with adults who are capable and committed yet worn down by burnout, chronic stress, mental health conditions, or major life transitions. Many have spent years holding it together in demanding workplaces or family systems, feeling depleted, vigilant, and unsure how to move forward. They want steadiness, clarity, and confidence—relief from survival mode and a way to care for themselves that feels intentional and aligned. My goal is to support you in restoring self-trust, strengthen agency, and make choices that support a more sustainable, grounded life.
I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 11 years of experience providing individual, couples, family, and group therapy across diverse clinical settings. I support clients working through depression, anxiety, trauma, behavioral concerns, self-esteem challenges, grief, loss, and major life transitions. My approach is grounded in compassion and a client-centered focus, and I strive to ensure every person feels safe, seen, supported, and empowered to create meaningful change.
I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 11 years of experience providing individual, couples, family, and group therapy across diverse clinical settings. I support clients working through depression, anxiety, trauma, behavioral concerns, self-esteem challenges, grief, loss, and major life transitions. My approach is grounded in compassion and a client-centered focus, and I strive to ensure every person feels safe, seen, supported, and empowered to create meaningful change.
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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.