Black and African American Therapists in Tysons, VA
Tayyibah Chase | Therapy for POC & New Parents
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PMH-C
10 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.
Feeling overwhelmed by performance pressures in sports, the arts, or your career? Struggling with burnout, anxiety, or confidence after setbacks? You deserve a supportive environment that truly understands your unique experiences and challenges. Together, we can explore your strengths and build resilience, helping you regain balance, enhance mental focus, and align your choices with your personal and professional goals. I have experience working with adolescents, college students, adults, couples, families, and groups. Let's embark on this journey together.
Feeling overwhelmed by performance pressures in sports, the arts, or your career? Struggling with burnout, anxiety, or confidence after setbacks? You deserve a supportive environment that truly understands your unique experiences and challenges. Together, we can explore your strengths and build resilience, helping you regain balance, enhance mental focus, and align your choices with your personal and professional goals. I have experience working with adolescents, college students, adults, couples, families, and groups. Let's embark on this journey together.
Jonetta is a dedicated therapist specializing in trauma-informed outpatient therapy for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. She provides compassionate support for individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. Her practice is particularly focused on children with disabilities, where she creates a nurturing and structured therapeutic environment that fosters emotional regulation, communication, and developmental needs.
Jonetta is a dedicated therapist specializing in trauma-informed outpatient therapy for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. She provides compassionate support for individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. Her practice is particularly focused on children with disabilities, where she creates a nurturing and structured therapeutic environment that fosters emotional regulation, communication, and developmental needs.
I believe that every person has the capacity for growth, healing, and meaningful change when they are met with compassion, respect, and genuine understanding. My approach to therapy is grounded in Person-Centered Therapy, creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, valued, and empowered to explore life's challenges at their own pace. I have experience working with individuals facing anxiety, depression, addiction, and suicidal ideation, providing compassionate, evidence-based care during some of life's most difficult moments.
I believe that every person has the capacity for growth, healing, and meaningful change when they are met with compassion, respect, and genuine understanding. My approach to therapy is grounded in Person-Centered Therapy, creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, valued, and empowered to explore life's challenges at their own pace. I have experience working with individuals facing anxiety, depression, addiction, and suicidal ideation, providing compassionate, evidence-based care during some of life's most difficult moments.
Hi, I’m a therapist with over 20 years of experience walking alongside people on their healing journeys—especially those carrying the weight of relational trauma and the complexities of being neurodivergent in a world that often doesn’t get it. I’m not just a clinician; I’m also a trauma survivor and neurodivergent myself, which means I don’t just understand your experience clinically—I live it. I know what it’s like to feel too much, to mask just to get through the day, or to constantly question if your pain is “too big” or “too messy.”
Hi, I’m a therapist with over 20 years of experience walking alongside people on their healing journeys—especially those carrying the weight of relational trauma and the complexities of being neurodivergent in a world that often doesn’t get it. I’m not just a clinician; I’m also a trauma survivor and neurodivergent myself, which means I don’t just understand your experience clinically—I live it. I know what it’s like to feel too much, to mask just to get through the day, or to constantly question if your pain is “too big” or “too messy.”
Licensed in DC, MD, & VA - Hello and welcome! My name is Markisha (she/hers) and I’m a woman of color who specializes in trauma-informed therapy and supervision. Deciding to participate in counseling can be intimidating at first. My goal is to provide culturally sensitive, trauma-informed, and evidence-based care to assist individuals in processing and working through life stressors. I assist adults to walk through their life journey and improve their overall mental and emotional well-being. I work to target a decrease in symptoms associated with personal and childhood sensitivities, work issues, and relationship difficulties.
Licensed in DC, MD, & VA - Hello and welcome! My name is Markisha (she/hers) and I’m a woman of color who specializes in trauma-informed therapy and supervision. Deciding to participate in counseling can be intimidating at first. My goal is to provide culturally sensitive, trauma-informed, and evidence-based care to assist individuals in processing and working through life stressors. I assist adults to walk through their life journey and improve their overall mental and emotional well-being. I work to target a decrease in symptoms associated with personal and childhood sensitivities, work issues, and relationship difficulties.
Kenya
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LCSW, LICSW
5 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome to Pour Into You Therapy. I’m Kenya, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Board-Approved Supervisor in Maryland. I’m passionate about helping teens and adults build resilience and supporting clinicians as they grow clinically. Through evidence-based practices and a compassionate, trauma-informed approach, I address anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. My goal is to create a safe, empowering space where clients and professionals can heal, rediscover their strengths, and live balanced, fulfilling lives.
Welcome to Pour Into You Therapy. I’m Kenya, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Board-Approved Supervisor in Maryland. I’m passionate about helping teens and adults build resilience and supporting clinicians as they grow clinically. Through evidence-based practices and a compassionate, trauma-informed approach, I address anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. My goal is to create a safe, empowering space where clients and professionals can heal, rediscover their strengths, and live balanced, fulfilling lives.
I help clients develop practical skills they can carry with them beyond the therapy room—learning how to pause before reacting during conflict, set boundaries without being overwhelmed by guilt, sit with difficult emotions instead of avoiding them, quiet the inner critic, communicate needs more clearly, and make choices that are guided by personal values rather than fear. I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief and loss, trauma, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, shame, guilt, chronic illness, life transitions, disappointment, and patterns of people-pleasing, perfectionism, or emotional avoidance.
I help clients develop practical skills they can carry with them beyond the therapy room—learning how to pause before reacting during conflict, set boundaries without being overwhelmed by guilt, sit with difficult emotions instead of avoiding them, quiet the inner critic, communicate needs more clearly, and make choices that are guided by personal values rather than fear. I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief and loss, trauma, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, shame, guilt, chronic illness, life transitions, disappointment, and patterns of people-pleasing, perfectionism, or emotional avoidance.
Do you feel overwhelmed by the relentless demands of modern life? You are not alone, and you don’t have to navigate these pressures by yourself.
I believe in creating a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your emotional pain and life’s challenges. My goal is to support your healing journey, empowering you to cultivate deep self-awareness, master effective coping mechanisms, and build a life that feels authentic and fulfilling.
Do you feel overwhelmed by the relentless demands of modern life? You are not alone, and you don’t have to navigate these pressures by yourself.
I believe in creating a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your emotional pain and life’s challenges. My goal is to support your healing journey, empowering you to cultivate deep self-awareness, master effective coping mechanisms, and build a life that feels authentic and fulfilling.
I work with individuals and couples who appear successful in life but feel disconnected in their relationship. Feeling stuck at a crossroads between career, love, and happiness. Many are navigating communication breakdowns, emotional distance, or recurring conflict while balancing demanding careers and family life. Often, it’s not a lack of care, it’s patterns that are no longer working. At The Relationship Center, we identify those patterns quickly and guide you through practical shifts that lead to clarity, reconnection, and meaningful, lasting change.
I work with individuals and couples who appear successful in life but feel disconnected in their relationship. Feeling stuck at a crossroads between career, love, and happiness. Many are navigating communication breakdowns, emotional distance, or recurring conflict while balancing demanding careers and family life. Often, it’s not a lack of care, it’s patterns that are no longer working. At The Relationship Center, we identify those patterns quickly and guide you through practical shifts that lead to clarity, reconnection, and meaningful, lasting change.
Hi! I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW, DSW) based in Virginia. I earned my Doctorate in Social Work from Simmons University and my Master’s degree from Radford University, and I have over 10 years of experience in the field. I work with adolescents and adults who are navigating emotional regulation challenges and difficult life transitions. My approach is supportive, practical, and tailored to each client’s needs. My goal in therapy is to help clients build insight, develop effective coping strategies, and move toward living their best lives by achieving their personal goals.
Hi! I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW, DSW) based in Virginia. I earned my Doctorate in Social Work from Simmons University and my Master’s degree from Radford University, and I have over 10 years of experience in the field. I work with adolescents and adults who are navigating emotional regulation challenges and difficult life transitions. My approach is supportive, practical, and tailored to each client’s needs. My goal in therapy is to help clients build insight, develop effective coping strategies, and move toward living their best lives by achieving their personal goals.
Hello! My name is Ms. Tawanda McPhatter, and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Virginia. I received my Master's Degree from Virginia Commonwealth University, and I have been providing therapy services for 12 years. I allow my clients a safe space to discuss their issues, concerns, and needs for themselves using behavioral approaches. I am a very avid listener, and I feel that listening is very important when assisting my clients, as it helps identify their feelings and thoughts on things, so that I can identify ways that I can be of assistance in helping to work through and/or address these issues and/or concerns.
Hello! My name is Ms. Tawanda McPhatter, and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Virginia. I received my Master's Degree from Virginia Commonwealth University, and I have been providing therapy services for 12 years. I allow my clients a safe space to discuss their issues, concerns, and needs for themselves using behavioral approaches. I am a very avid listener, and I feel that listening is very important when assisting my clients, as it helps identify their feelings and thoughts on things, so that I can identify ways that I can be of assistance in helping to work through and/or address these issues and/or concerns.
Hello! I am an LPC with a Master of Arts degree in Agency Counseling from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Maxine has a genuine passion and love for listening to people’s problems/issues and helping them become their best selves. I have over 25 years of diverse experience working in the mental health field. I enjoy collaborating with individuals struggling with substance abuse, depression, stress, anxiety, self-esteem, family issues and more. She uses an eclectic blend of therapeutic modalities to include cognitive behavior therapy, Rational Emotive Behavior therapy, Client Centered Therapy, and mindfulness practices.
Hello! I am an LPC with a Master of Arts degree in Agency Counseling from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Maxine has a genuine passion and love for listening to people’s problems/issues and helping them become their best selves. I have over 25 years of diverse experience working in the mental health field. I enjoy collaborating with individuals struggling with substance abuse, depression, stress, anxiety, self-esteem, family issues and more. She uses an eclectic blend of therapeutic modalities to include cognitive behavior therapy, Rational Emotive Behavior therapy, Client Centered Therapy, and mindfulness practices.
Not every situation fits a standard approach, and not every therapist is the right fit for it.
I work with teens and adults navigating high-stress, high-stakes situations. My focus is identifying what’s often missed and helping you think clearly when it matters most.
I also work with clients many clinicians may not take on, including sexual behavior concerns and high-risk situations. I have experience with individuals with court contact, as well as first responders, military, and federal professionals in roles where discretion is essential. This is a space to speak openly, maintain privacy, and make decisions without interference
Not every situation fits a standard approach, and not every therapist is the right fit for it.
I work with teens and adults navigating high-stress, high-stakes situations. My focus is identifying what’s often missed and helping you think clearly when it matters most.
I also work with clients many clinicians may not take on, including sexual behavior concerns and high-risk situations. I have experience with individuals with court contact, as well as first responders, military, and federal professionals in roles where discretion is essential. This is a space to speak openly, maintain privacy, and make decisions without interference
I am a Graduate of Howard University and UNC Charlotte. I have a BA in Psychology and a Master's in Social Work. I have a passion for working with individuals, couples, and families who seek change to become happier, healthier, and gain control over obstacles that are weighing them down. I have several years of experience in working with children, adults, and families, on a broad array of issues ranging from depression, anxiety, bipolar, ADHD, schizophrenia, substance abuse and trauma. I provide culturally competent care and use a Strength-Based Approach when working with clients.
I am a Graduate of Howard University and UNC Charlotte. I have a BA in Psychology and a Master's in Social Work. I have a passion for working with individuals, couples, and families who seek change to become happier, healthier, and gain control over obstacles that are weighing them down. I have several years of experience in working with children, adults, and families, on a broad array of issues ranging from depression, anxiety, bipolar, ADHD, schizophrenia, substance abuse and trauma. I provide culturally competent care and use a Strength-Based Approach when working with clients.
Have you ever thought – what distinguishes healthy relationships that are able to thrive from unhealthy ones that tend to be full of stress? Is it self-will? Determination? As a couples and family therapist, I believe the one distinguishing factor is "attachment". Attachment is the ability to connect with others. Depending on our ability (or inability) to attach interpersonally, determines the overall satisfaction we experience within our intimate relationships. Also, having been a victim of racism, I opened this practice as a place that people of color can heal from the impact of both blatant and systemic oppression.
Have you ever thought – what distinguishes healthy relationships that are able to thrive from unhealthy ones that tend to be full of stress? Is it self-will? Determination? As a couples and family therapist, I believe the one distinguishing factor is "attachment". Attachment is the ability to connect with others. Depending on our ability (or inability) to attach interpersonally, determines the overall satisfaction we experience within our intimate relationships. Also, having been a victim of racism, I opened this practice as a place that people of color can heal from the impact of both blatant and systemic oppression.
Seeking therapy can feel overwhelming, and finding the right therapist is an important first step. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationship challenges, and substance use. My goal is to create a space where you can show up exactly as you are—without fear of judgment. My approach is warm, genuine, and collaborative. I believe therapy should feel like a conversation with someone who truly listens while also helping you challenge the patterns that may be keeping you stuck.
Seeking therapy can feel overwhelming, and finding the right therapist is an important first step. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationship challenges, and substance use. My goal is to create a space where you can show up exactly as you are—without fear of judgment. My approach is warm, genuine, and collaborative. I believe therapy should feel like a conversation with someone who truly listens while also helping you challenge the patterns that may be keeping you stuck.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who is passionate about helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and create meaningful change. While I work as a full-time school counselor and part-time therapist, supporting others has always been at the center of my work.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who is passionate about helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and create meaningful change. While I work as a full-time school counselor and part-time therapist, supporting others has always been at the center of my work.
Are worries feeling like a never-ending cycle? Struggling to cope with life's challenges? Experiencing transitions that lead you to question your identity? I believe that every individual brings something unique to the therapeutic relationship. Regardless of any diagnosis, each person has their own experiences and an identity shaped over a lifetime. My goal is to accompany you on your journey, helping you explore new possibilities, engage with the present, and reflect on the past.
Are worries feeling like a never-ending cycle? Struggling to cope with life's challenges? Experiencing transitions that lead you to question your identity? I believe that every individual brings something unique to the therapeutic relationship. Regardless of any diagnosis, each person has their own experiences and an identity shaped over a lifetime. My goal is to accompany you on your journey, helping you explore new possibilities, engage with the present, and reflect on the past.
Welcome to FaithWorks Therapy! I provide virtual therapy for adults, couples, and families across Virginia, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Texas, New Jersey, Nevada, Georgia, and Illinois. I help clients navigate anxiety, depression, stress, grief, relationship challenges, family conflict, and life transitions in a compassionate, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment. My approach is tailored to your unique needs and goals, empowering you to build healthier relationships, develop effective coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change.
Welcome to FaithWorks Therapy! I provide virtual therapy for adults, couples, and families across Virginia, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Texas, New Jersey, Nevada, Georgia, and Illinois. I help clients navigate anxiety, depression, stress, grief, relationship challenges, family conflict, and life transitions in a compassionate, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment. My approach is tailored to your unique needs and goals, empowering you to build healthier relationships, develop effective coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting 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.