Black and African American Therapists in Lansdowne, VA
Whether you are dealing with the grief of a loved one, relationship or self-esteem issues, stress, anxiety, depression, or trauma, therapy can be vital in helping you learn ways to reduce symptoms and manage behavior that affect your mental well-being. As a therapist, I can support you in all these areas by working with you to improve upon the coping skills you already have and by providing additional skills to cope. I have experience working with a wide range of ages, e.g., children, adolescents, adults, and senior who present with a ride range of diagnoses. I use an integrative treatment approach that includes primarily CBT.
Whether you are dealing with the grief of a loved one, relationship or self-esteem issues, stress, anxiety, depression, or trauma, therapy can be vital in helping you learn ways to reduce symptoms and manage behavior that affect your mental well-being. As a therapist, I can support you in all these areas by working with you to improve upon the coping skills you already have and by providing additional skills to cope. I have experience working with a wide range of ages, e.g., children, adolescents, adults, and senior who present with a ride range of diagnoses. I use an integrative treatment approach that includes primarily CBT.
During her time as a school counselor, she has run the Black Student Union, exposing students to rich history and self-expression while helping them amplify their voices at school and in the community.
Cedrice is a Resident in Counseling and a License School Counselor with a strong educational background and diverse experience. With over five years of experience in school settings, both group and individual, and more than a year in private practice, Cedrice specializes in areas such as racial identity, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and trauma. She enjoys working with children and adolescents (elementary, middle & high school), young adults, and adults. Her therapeutic approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, person-centered techniques, multicultural methods, family systems, and other integrative therapy methods.
During her time as a school counselor, she has run the Black Student Union, exposing students to rich history and self-expression while helping them amplify their voices at school and in the community.
Cedrice is a Resident in Counseling and a License School Counselor with a strong educational background and diverse experience. With over five years of experience in school settings, both group and individual, and more than a year in private practice, Cedrice specializes in areas such as racial identity, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and trauma. She enjoys working with children and adolescents (elementary, middle & high school), young adults, and adults. Her therapeutic approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, person-centered techniques, multicultural methods, family systems, and other integrative therapy methods.
Living life brings on many challenges that can be difficult to navigate from time to time. On occasions, we may feel stuck on our journey or lost and don't know which way to go. Troubles that arise in life, whether it be within the home, relationships, parenting, phase of life adjustment, or just prolong exposure to life's everyday stressful events and unanticipated circumstances, can lead to a kind of mental/self/spiritual erosion and before we realize it, we are crumbling beneath the weight and pressures of life.
Living life brings on many challenges that can be difficult to navigate from time to time. On occasions, we may feel stuck on our journey or lost and don't know which way to go. Troubles that arise in life, whether it be within the home, relationships, parenting, phase of life adjustment, or just prolong exposure to life's everyday stressful events and unanticipated circumstances, can lead to a kind of mental/self/spiritual erosion and before we realize it, we are crumbling beneath the weight and pressures of life.
I’m a licensed psychologist who is passionate about helping clients understand themselves, reduce distress, and create meaningful, lasting change. I work with children, teens, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, identity exploration, relationship challenges, and stress related to major life transitions. My style is warm, person-centered, and grounded in evidence-based practice. I take care to understand each client’s cultural background, values, and lived experiences, recognizing how these factors shape identity, stress, and healing. I believe therapy should feel supportive, empowering, and truly reflective of who you are.
I’m a licensed psychologist who is passionate about helping clients understand themselves, reduce distress, and create meaningful, lasting change. I work with children, teens, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, identity exploration, relationship challenges, and stress related to major life transitions. My style is warm, person-centered, and grounded in evidence-based practice. I take care to understand each client’s cultural background, values, and lived experiences, recognizing how these factors shape identity, stress, and healing. I believe therapy should feel supportive, empowering, and truly reflective of who you are.
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My clients are individuals who want to live more wholeheartedly, regain a sense of safety and cultivate support. Clients gain awareness of their unhealthy (or unhelpful) thoughts and behavior patterns and work to disrupt them. Clients will also explore how their bodies respond to stress or trauma, and together we will identify and practice ways to promote mind-body healing. I have an affinity for working with BIPOC and 2SLGBTQ+ folks, and also enjoy working with any individual who is curious and open to the therapy experience!
My clients are individuals who want to live more wholeheartedly, regain a sense of safety and cultivate support. Clients gain awareness of their unhealthy (or unhelpful) thoughts and behavior patterns and work to disrupt them. Clients will also explore how their bodies respond to stress or trauma, and together we will identify and practice ways to promote mind-body healing. I have an affinity for working with BIPOC and 2SLGBTQ+ folks, and also enjoy working with any individual who is curious and open to the therapy experience!
At Release Wellness, we offer flexible VIP telehealth sessions — early-morning or late-night appointments.
We believe growth starts with feeling seen, safe, and supported.
Our team of licensed therapists provides trauma-informed, evidence-based therapy for individuals, couples, and families across Virginia. Whether you’re managing anxiety, healing from the past, or rebuilding connection in your relationships, we’ll match you with a therapist who fits your goals and schedule.
With flexible telehealth options and compassionate care, we help you release the weight of what’s been holding you back — and step into lasting wellness.
At Release Wellness, we offer flexible VIP telehealth sessions — early-morning or late-night appointments.
We believe growth starts with feeling seen, safe, and supported.
Our team of licensed therapists provides trauma-informed, evidence-based therapy for individuals, couples, and families across Virginia. Whether you’re managing anxiety, healing from the past, or rebuilding connection in your relationships, we’ll match you with a therapist who fits your goals and schedule.
With flexible telehealth options and compassionate care, we help you release the weight of what’s been holding you back — and step into lasting wellness.
Jasmin identifies as a Black queer woman and believes that it is important to honor her identity alongside clients, while recognizing how those identities interact with systems of power and oppression throughout our country.
Jasmin uses a strengths-based lens to encourage self-exploration while fostering self-compassion for her clients, and uses modalities such as CBT, DBT, Somatic therapies, IFS, EMDR, and more. She enjoys collaborating with clients and their medical teams to better understand their needs, goals, and support systems to approach healing from a systemic lens.
Jasmin identifies as a Black queer woman and believes that it is important to honor her identity alongside clients, while recognizing how those identities interact with systems of power and oppression throughout our country.
Jasmin uses a strengths-based lens to encourage self-exploration while fostering self-compassion for her clients, and uses modalities such as CBT, DBT, Somatic therapies, IFS, EMDR, and more. She enjoys collaborating with clients and their medical teams to better understand their needs, goals, and support systems to approach healing from a systemic lens.
You’ve spent your life trying to do things “right”... so why do you feel so tired, lost, and unfulfilled? It’s like you’ve fooled everyone into thinking you have it all together. People depend on you because you’re the strong one who always shows up in times of need. But when you finally have a quiet moment to yourself? You can’t stop overthinking everything from your day, getting stuck in loops of “what if” and “if only.” And yet, no amount of second-guessing has helped you figure out why it still feels like something’s missing. Maybe you’ve even been to therapy before, but you haven’t figured out how to actually feel better.
You’ve spent your life trying to do things “right”... so why do you feel so tired, lost, and unfulfilled? It’s like you’ve fooled everyone into thinking you have it all together. People depend on you because you’re the strong one who always shows up in times of need. But when you finally have a quiet moment to yourself? You can’t stop overthinking everything from your day, getting stuck in loops of “what if” and “if only.” And yet, no amount of second-guessing has helped you figure out why it still feels like something’s missing. Maybe you’ve even been to therapy before, but you haven’t figured out how to actually feel better.
The Peaceful Place hosts a diverse group of therapists who are passionate about helping clients heal and tap into their power! Our therapists host a wide range of specialties such as Trauma Therapy, Substance Dependence/Abuse, Sex and Intimacy Therapy, and personality disorders! Our expert clinicians treat several mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, narcissistic personality disorder, antisocial personality disorder, addictions, intimacy issues, sexual issues/dysfunctions. Contact us today to schedule a consultation with one of our amazing clinicians!
The Peaceful Place hosts a diverse group of therapists who are passionate about helping clients heal and tap into their power! Our therapists host a wide range of specialties such as Trauma Therapy, Substance Dependence/Abuse, Sex and Intimacy Therapy, and personality disorders! Our expert clinicians treat several mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, narcissistic personality disorder, antisocial personality disorder, addictions, intimacy issues, sexual issues/dysfunctions. Contact us today to schedule a consultation with one of our amazing clinicians!
Anxiety & Weight Loss Counseling- Tanisha Robinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, LICSW
5 Endorsed
Springfield, VA 22151
You’re exhausted from trying to manage your health, feel out of control around food—especially when stressed—and can’t seem to stick with what you “should” be doing for your chronic illness management, you’re not alone. Maybe you’ve tried every diet and exercise plan but nothing feels sustainable, or it feels like your body is working against you. You want structure, support, and accountability; you want realistic habits you can actually maintain. Together, we’ll build a steady, doable path forward during your weight loss and health journey.
You’re exhausted from trying to manage your health, feel out of control around food—especially when stressed—and can’t seem to stick with what you “should” be doing for your chronic illness management, you’re not alone. Maybe you’ve tried every diet and exercise plan but nothing feels sustainable, or it feels like your body is working against you. You want structure, support, and accountability; you want realistic habits you can actually maintain. Together, we’ll build a steady, doable path forward during your weight loss and health journey.
Are you feeling stuck or unsure of your next steps? Have you lost motivation and found it difficult to know where to begin? Are life’s stressors feeling overwhelming, leaving you uncertain about how to manage them? If any of this resonates with you, I warmly invite you to reach out. You don’t have to navigate it alone.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 5+ years of experience supporting individuals through meaningful change. I work with adults, couples, and adolescents, and I am passionate about helping clients heal from both past and present trauma. I also have experience supporting individuals navigating persona
Are you feeling stuck or unsure of your next steps? Have you lost motivation and found it difficult to know where to begin? Are life’s stressors feeling overwhelming, leaving you uncertain about how to manage them? If any of this resonates with you, I warmly invite you to reach out. You don’t have to navigate it alone.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 5+ years of experience supporting individuals through meaningful change. I work with adults, couples, and adolescents, and I am passionate about helping clients heal from both past and present trauma. I also have experience supporting individuals navigating persona
I am a licensed health services provider psychologist who works with adults using an integrative clinical approach. I use various techniques combined in a personalized way, alongside a consistent framework, to address what clients would like to be different in their lives. This grounds treatment in a firm understanding of: clients’ identities, histories, & values; as well as the mind-body-spirit connection. Emphasis is placed on context, meaning-making, & the therapeutic relationship as central to the change process. I specialize in working with members of historically marginalized groups; especially women of color.
I am a licensed health services provider psychologist who works with adults using an integrative clinical approach. I use various techniques combined in a personalized way, alongside a consistent framework, to address what clients would like to be different in their lives. This grounds treatment in a firm understanding of: clients’ identities, histories, & values; as well as the mind-body-spirit connection. Emphasis is placed on context, meaning-making, & the therapeutic relationship as central to the change process. I specialize in working with members of historically marginalized groups; especially women of color.
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Chantilly, VA 20151
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When a person realizes that self awareness is the only long term solution, they will seek only to understand themselves. No longer do they seek to blame the outside world for their thoughts or feelings. My ideal client is one who seeks to do the work to evolve . Together we start the journey to locate the "inner" barriers that may be holding you back. We do the work to gain control of your thoughts and feelings that are keeping you feeling "stuck". Lasting relief comes from learning techniques which are less about problem-solving and more about letting-go of old beliefs and habits. Know thyself and the whole world changes!
When a person realizes that self awareness is the only long term solution, they will seek only to understand themselves. No longer do they seek to blame the outside world for their thoughts or feelings. My ideal client is one who seeks to do the work to evolve . Together we start the journey to locate the "inner" barriers that may be holding you back. We do the work to gain control of your thoughts and feelings that are keeping you feeling "stuck". Lasting relief comes from learning techniques which are less about problem-solving and more about letting-go of old beliefs and habits. Know thyself and the whole world changes!
Healing Through Therapy, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW, LCSW-C
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Life brings meaningful highs—and inevitable lows. Stress, anxiety, depression, and burnout often emerge through parenting demands, intergenerational or vicarious trauma, relationship challenges, family conflict, women’s issues, and major life transitions. I offer a space to slow down, process these experiences, and reconnect with your sense of purpose, balance, and emotional well-being. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and intentional. Together, we can focus on clarity, emotional regulation, and sustainable strategies that support lasting change.
It's time to Let's Heal for Real!
Contact me today for a consultation!
Life brings meaningful highs—and inevitable lows. Stress, anxiety, depression, and burnout often emerge through parenting demands, intergenerational or vicarious trauma, relationship challenges, family conflict, women’s issues, and major life transitions. I offer a space to slow down, process these experiences, and reconnect with your sense of purpose, balance, and emotional well-being. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and intentional. Together, we can focus on clarity, emotional regulation, and sustainable strategies that support lasting change.
It's time to Let's Heal for Real!
Contact me today for a consultation!
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and have a wide range of experience throughout Mental Health. These experiences have allowed me to serve many populations in a variety of settings, and b/c of this, my preferred approach to Therapy is a mixture of traditional forms of talk therapy and holistic mindfulness practices. My approach in therapy will assist in helping you gain true insight into how your experiences contribute to your behaviors, thoughts, and emotions, and how they show up in your life.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and have a wide range of experience throughout Mental Health. These experiences have allowed me to serve many populations in a variety of settings, and b/c of this, my preferred approach to Therapy is a mixture of traditional forms of talk therapy and holistic mindfulness practices. My approach in therapy will assist in helping you gain true insight into how your experiences contribute to your behaviors, thoughts, and emotions, and how they show up in your life.
I'll help you build skills you can use outside of session—how to pause before reacting in an argument, set boundaries without feeling consumed by guilt, tolerate uncomfortable emotions without shutting down or escaping them, challenge the inner critic, communicate your needs more clearly, and become less driven by fear and more guided by your values. Maybe you're constantly waiting for the other shoe to drop, struggle to quiet your mind, or feel disconnected from the person you used to be after a loss, trauma, chronic illness, or major life change. Together, we explore the "why" behind these patterns.
I'll help you build skills you can use outside of session—how to pause before reacting in an argument, set boundaries without feeling consumed by guilt, tolerate uncomfortable emotions without shutting down or escaping them, challenge the inner critic, communicate your needs more clearly, and become less driven by fear and more guided by your values. Maybe you're constantly waiting for the other shoe to drop, struggle to quiet your mind, or feel disconnected from the person you used to be after a loss, trauma, chronic illness, or major life change. Together, we explore the "why" behind these patterns.
Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here. Taking the step to begin therapy is not always easy, and it already reflects courage, self-awareness, and a desire for change. In our work together, you can expect a space that is safe, supportive, and free of judgment. My goal is to meet you exactly where you are while helping you explore what healing, balance, and growth look like for you. Whether you’re navigating stress, life transitions, relationships, trauma, or simply feeling overwhelmed, we will work collaboratively at a pace that feels right for you. You don’t have to have everything figured out to begin. You just have to show up as you!
Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here. Taking the step to begin therapy is not always easy, and it already reflects courage, self-awareness, and a desire for change. In our work together, you can expect a space that is safe, supportive, and free of judgment. My goal is to meet you exactly where you are while helping you explore what healing, balance, and growth look like for you. Whether you’re navigating stress, life transitions, relationships, trauma, or simply feeling overwhelmed, we will work collaboratively at a pace that feels right for you. You don’t have to have everything figured out to begin. You just have to show up as you!
As a counseling and sport psychologist, my passion is to help people reach their potential and make long-lasting change. For athletes or high-achieving working professionals, it can feel difficult to find a therapist who understands how to support both your mental health and assist in improving your performance. Worries about the future, one's relationships, and performance anxiety can interfere with becoming the fullest version of oneself. Knowing that you're capable of living a better life and performing at a higher level, but feeling that it's hard to access, can be incredibly frustrating.
As a counseling and sport psychologist, my passion is to help people reach their potential and make long-lasting change. For athletes or high-achieving working professionals, it can feel difficult to find a therapist who understands how to support both your mental health and assist in improving your performance. Worries about the future, one's relationships, and performance anxiety can interfere with becoming the fullest version of oneself. Knowing that you're capable of living a better life and performing at a higher level, but feeling that it's hard to access, can be incredibly frustrating.
Partner 1: "I reach for you, but it feels like you’re already gone. I’m left wondering if I matter to you at all." Partner 2: "When you come close, I feel the pressure to be perfect. I can’t get it right, so I pull back to protect us both." These unspoken messages live under the surface in many relationships. One partner is aching for connection, the other is protecting against pain—both are lonely, both are longing, both are stuck. I help couples break free from this anxious–avoidant cycle so they can feel safe, seen, and deeply connected again.
Partner 1: "I reach for you, but it feels like you’re already gone. I’m left wondering if I matter to you at all." Partner 2: "When you come close, I feel the pressure to be perfect. I can’t get it right, so I pull back to protect us both." These unspoken messages live under the surface in many relationships. One partner is aching for connection, the other is protecting against pain—both are lonely, both are longing, both are stuck. I help couples break free from this anxious–avoidant cycle so they can feel safe, seen, and deeply connected again.
Being a student of life allows for profound change and personal growth, and I deeply value this journey. Therapy can be challenging to start, but allow yourself the opportunity to learn and grow. Through these experiences, I have seen many challenges individuals face, and I want you to know that you are not alone in your struggles. Let's break the stereotypes and create your authentic self as you increase your self-awareness to embrace self-acceptance.
Being a student of life allows for profound change and personal growth, and I deeply value this journey. Therapy can be challenging to start, but allow yourself the opportunity to learn and grow. Through these experiences, I have seen many challenges individuals face, and I want you to know that you are not alone in your struggles. Let's break the stereotypes and create your authentic self as you increase your self-awareness to embrace self-acceptance.
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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.