Black and African American Therapists in Charlottesville, VA
As a therapist, I have 25+ years of experience working with adults, teenagers, and families. My counseling approach is trauma-focused and strength based. As your therapist, I am committed to creating a safe space for clients to embrace growth because change occurs one small step at a time. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Mindfulness and other non-traditional integrative methods to assist clients in managing life stressors, anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief and trauma, as well as other mental health concerns.
As a therapist, I have 25+ years of experience working with adults, teenagers, and families. My counseling approach is trauma-focused and strength based. As your therapist, I am committed to creating a safe space for clients to embrace growth because change occurs one small step at a time. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Mindfulness and other non-traditional integrative methods to assist clients in managing life stressors, anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief and trauma, as well as other mental health concerns.
You deserve to feel seen, supported, and empowered. In our work together, you’ll find a safe space to explore your emotions and challenges without judgment. Through understanding and practical tools, we’ll nurture healing, resilience, and growth—helping you move through life’s struggles with clarity, confidence, and renewed purpose.
You deserve to feel seen, supported, and empowered. In our work together, you’ll find a safe space to explore your emotions and challenges without judgment. Through understanding and practical tools, we’ll nurture healing, resilience, and growth—helping you move through life’s struggles with clarity, confidence, and renewed purpose.
Helping You Rewire the Mind, One Conversation at a Time:
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in a cycle of sadness or self-doubt? You're not alone—and you don’t have to face it alone. I specialize in working with young adults and adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, and life transitions. With a background in clinical neuropsychology, I bring a deep understanding of how brain functioning, thought patterns, and emotional experience interact—and how we can work together to change them.
Helping You Rewire the Mind, One Conversation at a Time:
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in a cycle of sadness or self-doubt? You're not alone—and you don’t have to face it alone. I specialize in working with young adults and adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, and life transitions. With a background in clinical neuropsychology, I bring a deep understanding of how brain functioning, thought patterns, and emotional experience interact—and how we can work together to change them.
Welcome! I am accepting new clients. Whether you’re considering therapy for the first time or returning, finding a provider that you can connect with and develop trust with is important. I work with adolescents, adults and couples to address a range of concerns (e.g. anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions, relationships, and addictions). I help clients develop greater self-understanding and better relate in relationships.
Welcome! I am accepting new clients. Whether you’re considering therapy for the first time or returning, finding a provider that you can connect with and develop trust with is important. I work with adolescents, adults and couples to address a range of concerns (e.g. anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions, relationships, and addictions). I help clients develop greater self-understanding and better relate in relationships.
I am passionate about providing a welcoming and safe environment to empower clients to explore trauma and life experiences. If you are experiencing feelings of depression and anxiety, struggling with past trauma, feeling challenged by romantic relationships or friendships, having a hard time processing race-related stress or concerns being a first-generation college student or simply feel that you have been unable to prioritize self-care, develop coping skills, or set boundaries consider participating in individual counseling to help you refocus your life.
I am passionate about providing a welcoming and safe environment to empower clients to explore trauma and life experiences. If you are experiencing feelings of depression and anxiety, struggling with past trauma, feeling challenged by romantic relationships or friendships, having a hard time processing race-related stress or concerns being a first-generation college student or simply feel that you have been unable to prioritize self-care, develop coping skills, or set boundaries consider participating in individual counseling to help you refocus your life.
I am a Resident in Counseling with over 2 years of experience. I specialize in working with people who are caregivers, dealing with anxiety and depression, parenting issues, relationship issues, and life adjustments. I received my first Master’s degree in Human Services from Purdue Global University. Throughout that program, I learned the social services system and what resources our community currently needs.
I am a Resident in Counseling with over 2 years of experience. I specialize in working with people who are caregivers, dealing with anxiety and depression, parenting issues, relationship issues, and life adjustments. I received my first Master’s degree in Human Services from Purdue Global University. Throughout that program, I learned the social services system and what resources our community currently needs.
Are you looking for someone who will hear you out and meet you wherever you are in life? Do you need a therapist who remembers that you are the expert on you? Then try Jodi Herndon. Jodi Herndon has over a decade of experience providing individualized care for adults and adolescents with depression and anxiety. She has spent the last decade specializing in individuals with substance use disorders and has a dual license in this specialty. Jodi treats individuals impacted by trauma using trauma-specific techniques, like EMDR. She has continued to educate herself in new treatment modalities and is pursuing her Ph.D. in psychology.
Are you looking for someone who will hear you out and meet you wherever you are in life? Do you need a therapist who remembers that you are the expert on you? Then try Jodi Herndon. Jodi Herndon has over a decade of experience providing individualized care for adults and adolescents with depression and anxiety. She has spent the last decade specializing in individuals with substance use disorders and has a dual license in this specialty. Jodi treats individuals impacted by trauma using trauma-specific techniques, like EMDR. She has continued to educate herself in new treatment modalities and is pursuing her Ph.D. in psychology.
Jasmine has been working with people for as long as she can remember. She got her start as a teenager, assisting her aunt who owned a behavior center, supporting individuals with autism and special needs. That early experience sparked something in her. Over the years, she's built more than a decade of experience through providing play therapy to young children to supporting those advancing in age to facilitating engagement of families. From working in group homes to residential treatment centers, Jasmine has been able to see how healing looks at every stage of life. This range has given her the ability to meet people where they are.
Jasmine has been working with people for as long as she can remember. She got her start as a teenager, assisting her aunt who owned a behavior center, supporting individuals with autism and special needs. That early experience sparked something in her. Over the years, she's built more than a decade of experience through providing play therapy to young children to supporting those advancing in age to facilitating engagement of families. From working in group homes to residential treatment centers, Jasmine has been able to see how healing looks at every stage of life. This range has given her the ability to meet people where they are.
Hi there! I am so excited to take this journey with you towards enjoying life again. I am a counselor from Southern Virginia with experience and specialized training in trauma, mood disorders and life adjustments. Stop putting off therapy because you’re ‘used to’ the way things have been. Making Peace Counseling & Consulting helps young adults who feel trapped replaying old traumas and pains to feel grounded in the present moment. Stop blaming and shaming yourself and identify lessons and life meanings to find emotional and physical safety moving forward.
Hi there! I am so excited to take this journey with you towards enjoying life again. I am a counselor from Southern Virginia with experience and specialized training in trauma, mood disorders and life adjustments. Stop putting off therapy because you’re ‘used to’ the way things have been. Making Peace Counseling & Consulting helps young adults who feel trapped replaying old traumas and pains to feel grounded in the present moment. Stop blaming and shaming yourself and identify lessons and life meanings to find emotional and physical safety moving forward.
I received my Bachelors Degree in Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University in 2017 and my Masters of Social Work in 2019. I have experience working in a variety of settings to include: Medical Social Work, OBGYN/Postpartum care, Community Mental Health, Emergency Services Crisis Intervention/Crisis Stabilization, and Child Welfare.
I believe that all people have the ability to heal. My goal is to provide a safe environment where clients feel empowered to share their stories and process their trauma in a healthy and healing way. It is my intention to teach clients effective coping skills through trauma treatment modalities.
I received my Bachelors Degree in Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University in 2017 and my Masters of Social Work in 2019. I have experience working in a variety of settings to include: Medical Social Work, OBGYN/Postpartum care, Community Mental Health, Emergency Services Crisis Intervention/Crisis Stabilization, and Child Welfare.
I believe that all people have the ability to heal. My goal is to provide a safe environment where clients feel empowered to share their stories and process their trauma in a healthy and healing way. It is my intention to teach clients effective coping skills through trauma treatment modalities.
If you’re used to being the one who holds it together, therapy can feel like the only place you’re allowed to stop. Many of my clients are high-functioning on the outside but internally overwhelmed, stuck in anxious thought loops, emotionally exhausted, or carrying old family wounds that still show up in their relationships and self-talk. You may know why you feel the way you do, but knowing hasn’t been enough to create real change. I work with adults who want more than insight; they want relief. My approach is direct, supportive, and grounded in evidence-based care.
If you’re used to being the one who holds it together, therapy can feel like the only place you’re allowed to stop. Many of my clients are high-functioning on the outside but internally overwhelmed, stuck in anxious thought loops, emotionally exhausted, or carrying old family wounds that still show up in their relationships and self-talk. You may know why you feel the way you do, but knowing hasn’t been enough to create real change. I work with adults who want more than insight; they want relief. My approach is direct, supportive, and grounded in evidence-based care.
I see counseling as a collaborative journey. I desire to create an atmosphere that is comfortable and accepting. My primary goal is to come alongside the client and assist in managing issues that can cause one to feel stuck or overwhelmed. Whether it’s navigating anxiety, a strained relationship, stress, or a major life transition, our work can provide clarity, relief, and real tools to help you move forward.
I see counseling as a collaborative journey. I desire to create an atmosphere that is comfortable and accepting. My primary goal is to come alongside the client and assist in managing issues that can cause one to feel stuck or overwhelmed. Whether it’s navigating anxiety, a strained relationship, stress, or a major life transition, our work can provide clarity, relief, and real tools to help you move forward.
Feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or stuck? You don’t have to carry it alone. I work with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, intrusive or racy thoughts, and the impacts of trauma. I offer a supportive space where you can feel understood while we focus on practical steps to ease distress and help you feel more grounded and confident in daily life. I provide telehealth for adults in VA, MD, DC, and AL, accept many insurance plans, and offer Board-Approved supervision for Virginia social work supervisees.
Feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or stuck? You don’t have to carry it alone. I work with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, intrusive or racy thoughts, and the impacts of trauma. I offer a supportive space where you can feel understood while we focus on practical steps to ease distress and help you feel more grounded and confident in daily life. I provide telehealth for adults in VA, MD, DC, and AL, accept many insurance plans, and offer Board-Approved supervision for Virginia social work supervisees.
With over 10 years of experience supporting Black women and women of color, I draw from CBT, Trauma-Focused CBT, Person-Centered, Solution-Focused, and Somatic Experiencing.
Are you feeling disconnected from yourself, stuck, or emotionally exhausted? Have you experienced emotional or relational trauma, anxiety, depression, or ongoing self-criticism? You don’t have to navigate this alone. I offer a safe, compassionate, trauma-informed space where you can slow down, heal, and simply be. Together, we will process trauma, manage anxiety and depression, and move from self-criticism toward self-compassion and self-trust. I specialize in supporting women of color who are navigating life transitions, emotional exhaustion, chronic stress, and the impact of workplace trauma.
With over 10 years of experience supporting Black women and women of color, I draw from CBT, Trauma-Focused CBT, Person-Centered, Solution-Focused, and Somatic Experiencing.
Are you feeling disconnected from yourself, stuck, or emotionally exhausted? Have you experienced emotional or relational trauma, anxiety, depression, or ongoing self-criticism? You don’t have to navigate this alone. I offer a safe, compassionate, trauma-informed space where you can slow down, heal, and simply be. Together, we will process trauma, manage anxiety and depression, and move from self-criticism toward self-compassion and self-trust. I specialize in supporting women of color who are navigating life transitions, emotional exhaustion, chronic stress, and the impact of workplace trauma.
I specialize in helping people that struggle with anxiety, depression, interpersonal relationships and life transitions. I want to help my clients be the best version of themselves on a consistent basis. I want to help people develop the skills and identify the resources that they need to help themselves be the person that they want to be. I want to help people make real and lasting changes in their lives to help them accomplish the goals that they have for themselves. I want my clients to leave my services knowing: they are worthy, they are capable, they are more than enough, they are worthy of love!
I specialize in helping people that struggle with anxiety, depression, interpersonal relationships and life transitions. I want to help my clients be the best version of themselves on a consistent basis. I want to help people develop the skills and identify the resources that they need to help themselves be the person that they want to be. I want to help people make real and lasting changes in their lives to help them accomplish the goals that they have for themselves. I want my clients to leave my services knowing: they are worthy, they are capable, they are more than enough, they are worthy of love!
Greetings! You’re here because you’ve been asking yourself, Do I have anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism, Bipolar, OCD, or is this just my personality? Despite your best efforts, you're still unsure. We specialize in trauma-informed psychological assessments that go beyond surface symptoms to uncover the full picture, whether it’s undiagnosed ADHD, the impact of trauma, or complex psycholegal questions. Together, we explore the root cause and develop clear, actionable steps. With every evaluation, we offer accommodations tailored to your needs. Whether you need extra breaks or an altered work or school schedule, we are here to help.
Greetings! You’re here because you’ve been asking yourself, Do I have anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism, Bipolar, OCD, or is this just my personality? Despite your best efforts, you're still unsure. We specialize in trauma-informed psychological assessments that go beyond surface symptoms to uncover the full picture, whether it’s undiagnosed ADHD, the impact of trauma, or complex psycholegal questions. Together, we explore the root cause and develop clear, actionable steps. With every evaluation, we offer accommodations tailored to your needs. Whether you need extra breaks or an altered work or school schedule, we are here to help.
My name is Jasmen D. Rice, PsyD and I am a Clinical Neuropsychologist. I specialize in the evaluation of cognitive impairment and neurodegenerative conditions that more commonly affect older adults. These conditions include, but are not limited to, dementia due to Alzheimer’s disease, vascular disease, and Lewy bodies. Sometimes, changes in memory and thinking can occur for other reasons, such as depression or anxiety, the effects of medication, chronic pain, or other medical conditions, such as multiple sclerosis or normal pressure hydrocephalus.
My name is Jasmen D. Rice, PsyD and I am a Clinical Neuropsychologist. I specialize in the evaluation of cognitive impairment and neurodegenerative conditions that more commonly affect older adults. These conditions include, but are not limited to, dementia due to Alzheimer’s disease, vascular disease, and Lewy bodies. Sometimes, changes in memory and thinking can occur for other reasons, such as depression or anxiety, the effects of medication, chronic pain, or other medical conditions, such as multiple sclerosis or normal pressure hydrocephalus.
As a researcher and clinician, I focus on the intersection of identity, trauma, and resilience. My work in Greenland investigating suicide risk factors shaped my understanding of community health and recovery. In my clinical practice, I specialize in treating conditions like Borderline Personality Disorder and trauma-related threats to functioning, helping individuals reclaim their sense of self when it feels most fragmented.
As a researcher and clinician, I focus on the intersection of identity, trauma, and resilience. My work in Greenland investigating suicide risk factors shaped my understanding of community health and recovery. In my clinical practice, I specialize in treating conditions like Borderline Personality Disorder and trauma-related threats to functioning, helping individuals reclaim their sense of self when it feels most fragmented.
Much of my clinical work involves supporting young Black leaders (highly involved teens, community organizers, professional managers, etc.) seeking respite to heal and just be - be seen, heard, and understood beyond the public gaze.
My clinical approach is client-centered, strengths-based, and research-informed to ensure services are both responsive and effective. I have expertise in supporting youth who are experiencing anxiety and mood disorders, specifically Black adolescents and young adults. I also have specialized training around trauma, faith, or sexuality related considerations.
Much of my clinical work involves supporting young Black leaders (highly involved teens, community organizers, professional managers, etc.) seeking respite to heal and just be - be seen, heard, and understood beyond the public gaze.
My clinical approach is client-centered, strengths-based, and research-informed to ensure services are both responsive and effective. I have expertise in supporting youth who are experiencing anxiety and mood disorders, specifically Black adolescents and young adults. I also have specialized training around trauma, faith, or sexuality related considerations.
At times, life’s journey can feel uncertain—full of darkness, coldness, and isolation. When the path ahead seems unclear, Walking By Faith Counseling is here to guide you back toward hope and healing. Having personally walked the road of recovery from depression, I deeply understand the courage it takes to seek help and the transformative power of faith, support, and compassionate care.
At times, life’s journey can feel uncertain—full of darkness, coldness, and isolation. When the path ahead seems unclear, Walking By Faith Counseling is here to guide you back toward hope and healing. Having personally walked the road of recovery from depression, I deeply understand the courage it takes to seek help and the transformative power of faith, support, and compassionate care.
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Black and African American Therapists
As an African American, why might I wish to see a therapist who is African American?
African American clients may seek out African American therapists for several reasons, foremost being a sense of cultural understanding and the possibility of shared experiences. Cultural sensitivity and context on the part of the therapist may make it easier to form a therapeutic alliance and to focus on the work of therapy without the need to explain or educate a therapist on cultural matters. It may also be empowering to work with a therapist who shares one’s racial or ethnic background. It is important to note that a therapist who demonstrates cultural sensitivity can be highly effective even if they do not share a client’s background or race.
Can clients benefit from working with a therapist who shares their race or ethnicity?
Yes, having a therapist who shares a client’s race or ethnicity is often valuable, especially if it fosters a strong therapeutic alliance between the two. While training, qualifications, and experience are always important, a strong alliance between client and therapist is a major contributor to therapeutic effectiveness. An alliance is likely to be strengthened with a therapist who has an understanding of a client’s background and perhaps also shared life experiences. It should be noted that many clients form a strong bond with their therapist regardless of their race or ethnicity. This is a personal decision, and it depends on the therapist, the client, and the connection between the two.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with African American clients?
Clients can ask therapists directly about their experience working with clients of diverse backgrounds, including with African American individuals. You may wish to inquire whether a therapist has undertaken training in cultural competence broadly, and how specifically they would ensure that their approach is sensitive to the needs of African American clients. Therapy involves honesty and trust, so it’s best for clients to share concerns about their therapist’s cultural competence at the outset. And a good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals based on the concerns you articulate.
Why is it important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive?
It’s important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive because everyone comes to therapy with a unique background and set of experiences. Being aware of culture and cultural differences between people is important for understanding clients, as is coming to therapy with an open mind, recognizing that the therapist doesn’t necessarily understand everything and that the client can help guide the way.
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.