After weeks of being stuck at home, you might feel like you’re losing it. For others, the strain and stress of everyday life was overbearing, even before the COVID-19 pandemic. Either way, you may need more support than you’re currently getting so here are nine Black mental health professionals you can talk to.
Dr. Stacia’ Alexander opened her practice 20 years ago with the goal of reaching people who would never dream of going to counseling. Today, she’s “America’s #1 Success Therapist” and a true pioneer in this space, as a Black woman. For the price of a massage or hair appointment, make the ultimate investment in your mental health, even through virtual sessions. Click here to check her out.
Marcelle Craig is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in “teletherapy.” Marcelle has a strong clinical background and extensive experience working with adolescents, young adults, and families. Not only is her teletherapy convenient, she also offers very accommodating hours, including evenings and Saturday mornings. Click here to check her out.
4 Points Counseling is “the Bay Area’s first Black owned, holistic mental health and wellness center.” Led by Dr. Kim Eyvonne Porter, they promote spiritual, mental and physical health wellness, from a holistic perspective. The practice specializes in working with women of color who are dealing with past and present traumas. Click here to contact them and schedule a free 30-minute consultation.
Hey sis, welcome to your one shop stop to wellness. Vivid Belle’s philosophy is to welcome emotional vulnerability. A woman’s strength should not be measured by how much physical, mental and emotional pain she can endure. No more hiding how you feel, it’s ok to wear your feelings on your sleeve…or your legs. Click here to visit and schedule a free 15 minute consultation.
Kabod Counseling is a safe place to heal. Chima Lubin is a licensed marriage and family therapist and a certified clinical trauma professional. She is passionate about supporting teens who battle with trauma, anxiety, and depression. She also specializes in helping young adults develop the skills they need to hang in there when things get tough, along with family therapy. Click here to learn more.
JamiQuan Saenz is a Clinical Social Worker and Life Coach. If you’re looking for “quarantine support,” you should pay close attention. Saenz offers a range of mental wellness and support services. Whether you’re looking for marriage and life planning or simply need a place to vent, click here to get the support you need.
Tacha Fletcher is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in working with women of color. She works with clients to address depression and anxiety related symptoms, childhood and adult trauma, life and relationship transitions, including but not limited to parenting, postpartum, career, and adjustment to chronic illness. Visit her at the Wellness Tree Counseling Services by clicking here.
Brittany Hardy is a family therapist who specializes in providing treatment for anxiety, depression, trauma, family conflict, and other mental health issues. Brittany is an expert in working with young adults, millennials, and Black women. Visit her at The Hardy Clinic by clicking here.
Tiffany Wright is a psychotherapist who specializes in eating disorders, trauma, grief and loss and relationships. She works with adults and couples and offers teletherapy service, allowing you to get mental health support from the comfort of your home, car, or any other safe, or quiet space you choose: all you need is a wi-fi connection. Click here to visit Tiffany.
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