Black and African American Therapists in Purcellville, VA
I know it is because of my strong Christian faith that I am passionate about people and their purposes. I believe establishing healthy and secure relationships is an indispensable attribute in helping my clients cometo a place of hope and healing. I counsel from Attachment-Based Therapies and Emotionally Focused Therapy integrated with Christian principles and values to help my clients obtain their goals and experience healing holistically.
I know it is because of my strong Christian faith that I am passionate about people and their purposes. I believe establishing healthy and secure relationships is an indispensable attribute in helping my clients cometo a place of hope and healing. I counsel from Attachment-Based Therapies and Emotionally Focused Therapy integrated with Christian principles and values to help my clients obtain their goals and experience healing holistically.
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As a psychotherapist, I cultivate a safe & supportive atmosphere in which my clients explore thoughts and feelings about the important areas in their lives that may be broken, or not working as well as one hoped and planned. Adults often address major life changes, symptoms of anxiety and depression, relationship issues, as well as struggles with substance misuse and alcoholism.
As a psychotherapist, I cultivate a safe & supportive atmosphere in which my clients explore thoughts and feelings about the important areas in their lives that may be broken, or not working as well as one hoped and planned. Adults often address major life changes, symptoms of anxiety and depression, relationship issues, as well as struggles with substance misuse and alcoholism.
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Now accepting Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, & United Healthcare Insurance • My ideal client is someone who feels weighed down by life—whether that is depression, anxiety, trauma, or substance use—and is ready to take steps toward change, even if they’re unsure where to begin. I draw from my experience working with U.S. Veterans and others facing complex challenges to offer a safe, nonjudgmental space to process experiences, gain insight, and build practical tools for coping. Many I work with seek not only relief from symptoms, but also growth in self-understanding, healthier relationships, and a stronger sense of purpose.
Now accepting Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, & United Healthcare Insurance • My ideal client is someone who feels weighed down by life—whether that is depression, anxiety, trauma, or substance use—and is ready to take steps toward change, even if they’re unsure where to begin. I draw from my experience working with U.S. Veterans and others facing complex challenges to offer a safe, nonjudgmental space to process experiences, gain insight, and build practical tools for coping. Many I work with seek not only relief from symptoms, but also growth in self-understanding, healthier relationships, and a stronger sense of purpose.
As a licensed clinical social worker in Washington, D.C., Virginia, and Idaho, with over 13 years of clinical experience providing therapy to children, adolescents, adults, and families, I am committed to helping you feel heard, understood, and empowered. Whether you're seeking help for yourself, your child, or your family, I offer a compassionate, collaborative, safe space for individual, group, and family counseling, both in-person and virtually, to ensure continued, accessible care that fits your life and needs.
As a licensed clinical social worker in Washington, D.C., Virginia, and Idaho, with over 13 years of clinical experience providing therapy to children, adolescents, adults, and families, I am committed to helping you feel heard, understood, and empowered. Whether you're seeking help for yourself, your child, or your family, I offer a compassionate, collaborative, safe space for individual, group, and family counseling, both in-person and virtually, to ensure continued, accessible care that fits your life and needs.
My ideal clients are high-achieving professionals, attorneys, leaders, and caregivers who are carrying a lot while trying to keep everything together. They may come to therapy feeling anxious, burned out, overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure how to move through a major transition. In my practice, I help clients slow down, understand their patterns, build practical coping tools, and reconnect with themselves. My approach is warm, culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and grounded in real-world change.
My ideal clients are high-achieving professionals, attorneys, leaders, and caregivers who are carrying a lot while trying to keep everything together. They may come to therapy feeling anxious, burned out, overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure how to move through a major transition. In my practice, I help clients slow down, understand their patterns, build practical coping tools, and reconnect with themselves. My approach is warm, culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and grounded in real-world change.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and National Certified Counselor (NCC) working in Danville, VA. Treatment modalities in which I have experience include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR) and many others. It has been my observation that since 2020, there has been a growing need for accessibility to services and telehealth platforms help to provide services for client's who might otherwise not get the support that they need. Therapy is one of the best investments you can make in yourself.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and National Certified Counselor (NCC) working in Danville, VA. Treatment modalities in which I have experience include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR) and many others. It has been my observation that since 2020, there has been a growing need for accessibility to services and telehealth platforms help to provide services for client's who might otherwise not get the support that they need. Therapy is one of the best investments you can make in yourself.
Imagine feeling like the volume on your life has been turned up too high. That is where many of my clients start. Whether you are a student struggling with academic pressure or a parent navigating family stress, I'm here to help with the stress of feeling overwhelmed!
I am here to bring warmth and energy to the room, and I'm someone who can help navigate the 'messy' parts of life. My goal is to build a toolkit of coping skills that actually works in the real world. I want to help improve your communication and set boundaries not just to 'fix' a problem, but to create a life that feels more balanced and grounded!
Imagine feeling like the volume on your life has been turned up too high. That is where many of my clients start. Whether you are a student struggling with academic pressure or a parent navigating family stress, I'm here to help with the stress of feeling overwhelmed!
I am here to bring warmth and energy to the room, and I'm someone who can help navigate the 'messy' parts of life. My goal is to build a toolkit of coping skills that actually works in the real world. I want to help improve your communication and set boundaries not just to 'fix' a problem, but to create a life that feels more balanced and grounded!
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
You are welcomed to this practice if dealing with mental health concerns or previously diagnosed and have tried other treatment modalities with no success. If you have pervasive symptoms of Anxiety, Depression, Relationships, Trauma and PTSD , then you have found the right place. Clients open to practicing recommended techniques and coping skills can easily achieve their therapy goals using updated techniques. When I am not offering therapy to clients, I spend my free time outdoors enjoying walking meditations along some of Maryland's historical trails.
You are welcomed to this practice if dealing with mental health concerns or previously diagnosed and have tried other treatment modalities with no success. If you have pervasive symptoms of Anxiety, Depression, Relationships, Trauma and PTSD , then you have found the right place. Clients open to practicing recommended techniques and coping skills can easily achieve their therapy goals using updated techniques. When I am not offering therapy to clients, I spend my free time outdoors enjoying walking meditations along some of Maryland's historical trails.
The Center for Connection, Healing & Change
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Gainesville, VA 20155
We specialize in relationships and the profound way they shape us - through comfort, validation, and joy, as well as the pain, unmet needs, or patterns that keep us from the secure connections we long for. You may notice yourself always putting others first, striving to be perfect, or working hard to feel “enough.” You might avoid conflict, silence your needs, or carry everything on your own. If you are vulnerable to anxiety, depression, burnout, overfunctioning, or low self-worth, we have a map for lasting change. Whatever your relationship story or attachment style, our skilled therapists can help you create the life you deserve.
We specialize in relationships and the profound way they shape us - through comfort, validation, and joy, as well as the pain, unmet needs, or patterns that keep us from the secure connections we long for. You may notice yourself always putting others first, striving to be perfect, or working hard to feel “enough.” You might avoid conflict, silence your needs, or carry everything on your own. If you are vulnerable to anxiety, depression, burnout, overfunctioning, or low self-worth, we have a map for lasting change. Whatever your relationship story or attachment style, our skilled therapists can help you create the life you deserve.
You may be someone who appears capable and composed on the outside, yet internally feels overwhelmed, emotionally stuck or weighed down by expectations that have gone unspoken for years. You might be navigating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma or questions around identity and purpose. Many of the clients that I work with are high-functioning adults and adolescents—often male and individuals from BIPOC communities—who are tired of pushing through, minimizing their needs or carrying pain quietly. What you want is relief, clarity and a way to feel more grounded and whole without having to justify your experience.
You may be someone who appears capable and composed on the outside, yet internally feels overwhelmed, emotionally stuck or weighed down by expectations that have gone unspoken for years. You might be navigating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma or questions around identity and purpose. Many of the clients that I work with are high-functioning adults and adolescents—often male and individuals from BIPOC communities—who are tired of pushing through, minimizing their needs or carrying pain quietly. What you want is relief, clarity and a way to feel more grounded and whole without having to justify your experience.
Tayyibah Chase | Therapy for POC & New Parents
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PMH-C
6 Endorsed
Tysons, VA 22182
You feel the weight of expectations — at work, in your family, or during pregnancy and postpartum — and it’s starting to impact your confidence, communication, and mental health. You show up for everyone else, yet still carry a quiet voice that says you’re not doing enough. When life shifts — a career change, relationship transition, aging parent, or new baby — you feel overwhelmed and unsure of who you are. You’re ready to loosen the grip of family dynamics, cultural pressure, guilt, and shame so you can live by your own values.
You feel the weight of expectations — at work, in your family, or during pregnancy and postpartum — and it’s starting to impact your confidence, communication, and mental health. You show up for everyone else, yet still carry a quiet voice that says you’re not doing enough. When life shifts — a career change, relationship transition, aging parent, or new baby — you feel overwhelmed and unsure of who you are. You’re ready to loosen the grip of family dynamics, cultural pressure, guilt, and shame so you can live by your own values.
When You're Functioning...But Not Okay
You may appear capable on the outside but feel mentally exhausted on the inside. You think deeply, reflect often, and understand yourself more than most, yet something still feels stuck. I often work with high functioning adults dealing with anxiety, burnout, emotional overload, or constant overthinking. They are not looking for quick fixes, but for space to untangle what has been quietly weighing on them and regain clarity and steadiness.
When You're Functioning...But Not Okay
You may appear capable on the outside but feel mentally exhausted on the inside. You think deeply, reflect often, and understand yourself more than most, yet something still feels stuck. I often work with high functioning adults dealing with anxiety, burnout, emotional overload, or constant overthinking. They are not looking for quick fixes, but for space to untangle what has been quietly weighing on them and regain clarity and steadiness.
Hello, I'm Patricia Clark, a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia, Certified EMDR Therapist, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, and founder of D.I.V.A. Counseling & Consulting. For more than 10 years, I've helped individuals, couples, and families heal from complex trauma, anxiety, chronic stress, relationship trauma, and women's mental health. If you appear successful on the outside but feel emotionally exhausted, disconnected, overwhelmed, or have lost your sense of self, you're not alone.
Hello, I'm Patricia Clark, a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia, Certified EMDR Therapist, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, and founder of D.I.V.A. Counseling & Consulting. For more than 10 years, I've helped individuals, couples, and families heal from complex trauma, anxiety, chronic stress, relationship trauma, and women's mental health. If you appear successful on the outside but feel emotionally exhausted, disconnected, overwhelmed, or have lost your sense of self, you're not alone.
Let me begin by saying that I appreciate your efforts to prioritize your mental health. I understand that finding a relatable and competent therapist can be a challenging and overwhelming task . I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Supervisee – (LCSW-S) I received a Master of Social Work (MSW) – from Walden University and Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) from Norfolk State. I enjoy working with women and men looking to heal from trauma and teens. I believe that Life, like therapy is about pushing yourself outside your comfort zone and embracing growth and learning those things that develop into a new you. Virtual Sessions Only.
Let me begin by saying that I appreciate your efforts to prioritize your mental health. I understand that finding a relatable and competent therapist can be a challenging and overwhelming task . I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Supervisee – (LCSW-S) I received a Master of Social Work (MSW) – from Walden University and Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) from Norfolk State. I enjoy working with women and men looking to heal from trauma and teens. I believe that Life, like therapy is about pushing yourself outside your comfort zone and embracing growth and learning those things that develop into a new you. Virtual Sessions Only.
Are you facing challenging parenting, family, relational, or spiritual issues? Navigating life during these times can feel discouraging, lonely, and hopeless. Healthy relationships are a vital part of life. My passion lies in assisting individuals in building healthy relationships. In counseling, we work together to identify the current issue(s), set goals and practical coping and problem-solving strategies that address the presenting issue. I use cognitive behavioral therapy, attachment therapy, and reality therapy. I also offer Christ-centered counseling. This integrative approach links faith in Christ with biblical truths and psychological principles to address the current issue.
Are you facing challenging parenting, family, relational, or spiritual issues? Navigating life during these times can feel discouraging, lonely, and hopeless. Healthy relationships are a vital part of life. My passion lies in assisting individuals in building healthy relationships. In counseling, we work together to identify the current issue(s), set goals and practical coping and problem-solving strategies that address the presenting issue. I use cognitive behavioral therapy, attachment therapy, and reality therapy. I also offer Christ-centered counseling. This integrative approach links faith in Christ with biblical truths and psychological principles to address the current issue.
Finding Your Way Back: Whole-Person Healing for Individuals & Couples.
Does it feel like you’re carrying a weight that no one else can see? Maybe you’re exhausted from battling a racing mind, or you’re tired of the constant, painful friction in your relationship. Whether you are an individual struggling to quiet a nervous system in overdrive from trauma and OCD, or a couple trying to bridge the distance between you, you don't have to carry the load alone. Using specialized clinical frameworks like the research-backed Gottman Method, we will start the work of repair together.
Finding Your Way Back: Whole-Person Healing for Individuals & Couples.
Does it feel like you’re carrying a weight that no one else can see? Maybe you’re exhausted from battling a racing mind, or you’re tired of the constant, painful friction in your relationship. Whether you are an individual struggling to quiet a nervous system in overdrive from trauma and OCD, or a couple trying to bridge the distance between you, you don't have to carry the load alone. Using specialized clinical frameworks like the research-backed Gottman Method, we will start the work of repair together.
I am so glad you're here! I help my clients learn to live life on their own terms. My biggest strength is helping clients see life through a different lens and discover themselves in new ways. Sometimes a fresh perspective or view can change the way you think and feel about a situation. I enjoy celebrating every win that my clients have, big or small. I believe when people are cognizant of how their thoughts influence their feelings and behavior, they will be able to make the necessary changes in their thoughts to resolve problems. Clients can expect to be heard and have a safe space to be honest with themselves.
I am so glad you're here! I help my clients learn to live life on their own terms. My biggest strength is helping clients see life through a different lens and discover themselves in new ways. Sometimes a fresh perspective or view can change the way you think and feel about a situation. I enjoy celebrating every win that my clients have, big or small. I believe when people are cognizant of how their thoughts influence their feelings and behavior, they will be able to make the necessary changes in their thoughts to resolve problems. Clients can expect to be heard and have a safe space to be honest with themselves.
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!
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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.