Sometimes in life, we need help and proper guidance to overcome mental health challenges and who is the best person to seek help from if not a professional. Using BetterHelp, you can find a black psychotherapist near to you.

BEST BLACK PSYCHOTHERAPIST NEAR ME

Studies have shown that blacks are more likely to experience chronic and persistent mental health conditions due to a lack of early consultation with therapists. This is due to the stigma attached to mental health conditions in black society. Research indicates that most blacks believe that mild depression or even anxiety will be termed as ‘madness’ in their social circles especially if seen in a mental health clinic.

The most common mental health disorder diagnosed among blacks is schizophrenia. When you find yourself talking to yourself or holding on strongly to beliefs that are irrational or you believe your thoughts and actions are being influenced by an external agency, you need to see a therapist. Schizophrenia is a very bad disorder if not taken care of at its early stage.

Mood disorders (Depression and Mania) have not been as common as schizophrenia among blacks. However, a study has shown that it might be attributed to blacks considering them mild and therefore prefer to struggle with them rather than see a therapist. Mood disorders affect your view of life and how you relate with others. For example, someone with depression will always see the negative side of everything and someone with mania gets irritated easily and hence loses opportunities that would have positively changed his life forever. A manic patient does not have self-control and says some things he/she wouldn’t have said in her normal self.

As casual as people believe anxiety is, it might be a major hindrance to one’s progress in life. It’s quite normal to be anxious occasionally but when it is persistent or triggered on certain relatively harmless occasions (phobias) like being extremely scared of staying in overcrowded areas or extreme fear of even staying on the first floor of a story building or when you just get extremely anxious for no reason, it becomes a disorder.

However, psychotherapy can help us alleviate several of these mental challenges. Here are some highlights of what therapy can do for you as a human.

• Therapy helps you to develop your relationship

Therapy helps you to understand the nature of your partner better than ever before. You know how to make your partner happy without hurting yourself when to open up to your partner, and how to build a happy home for yourself. Therapy also includes several well-researched relationship methods that have been tested over time by well-educated experts. These methods help you a lot in building your relationships.

• It makes you a team player

Sometimes in this life, only teamwork breaks certain barriers that a person cannot break and this is exactly what therapy makes you, a team player!

• It gives you peace of mind

Have you ever poured out your mind to a friend before? Do you remember how light-headed you felt after that? This is what therapy does for you. You speak out your mind to a trusted therapist and you become free of all burdens.

• It might really change your life for good

Sometimes all you need is a little guidance and the rest become history. Therapists have learned about, heard, and experienced several life difficulties and have meticulously worked together with others to solve these problems. When you present your worries, they know the right advice to give you based on these past experiences and this might be the spark your life needs

When Black persons do seek help and would prefer a same-race provider, it can be difficult finding Black therapists, since they still make up only about 4% of the therapy workforce (though that number is growing, according to 2018 APA Center for Workforce Studies data)(https://www.apa.org/workforce/data-tools/demographics)

Choosing BetterHelp for your therapy makes you avoid the stigma that comes with seeking mental health help in black society. It also affords you the comfortability of having your therapy sessions anywhere and anytime you chose to have it, either resting your back on your pillow at home or sipping coffee in the office. You also get the chance of speaking with a black male like you and all you need is 10 secs to connect to the internet.

Meet our Top-rated black Psychotherapists

1.) Dr. Mia (Tiesha)(Cohen) Carr (Ed.D, LPC, NCC)

Dr. Mia Carr believes everybody is capable of achieving! Through a person-centered approach, she thrives in assisting people to address their areas of concern.

She uses the skill-set, experience, and knowledge base that she has acquired over the past 12 years to work with you. Dr. Carr is a licensed clinical therapist (LPC) in several states. She is board certified by The National Board for Certified Counselors (NCC). She also holds a doctorate of education in counseling psychology.

She has worked with adults, youth, and families who have had difficulties with life’s stressors dealing with relationships, trauma, addiction, depression, anxiety, and other concerns.

SPECIALTIES

• Stress, Anxiety
• Relationship issues
• Family conflicts
• Depression
• Coping with life changes
• Anger/ Control Concerns
• Problems related to family/interpersonal relationships

Also experienced in:

Addictions, LGBT, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self-esteem, Bipolar disorder, ADHD, Control Issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and Shame, Mood Disorders, Panic Disorder, and Panic Attacks

2.) Dr . Robert Abercrombie (MS, LPC, NCC)

He has been a therapist for 8 years. His purpose is to stand with you as you determine what is holding you in your place and he will motivate you to take the next step.

• Specialties
• Career difficulties,
• Relationship issues
• Grief
• Intimacy-related issue

3.) Patrick Aaron Brown(LCSW, MSW)

Mr. Patrick Aaron Brown is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 10 years of experience serving the needs of individuals, families, and children. He worked in various human service capabilities such as a Family and Child Services Case Manager, Medical/Hospital Social Worker, Family Consultant Therapist, and Behavioral Health Specialist.

Specialties

• Stress, Anxiety
• LGBT
• Relationship issues
• Self-esteem
• Depression

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT BLACK PSYCHOTHERAPISTS NEAR ME

Who is a Black Psychotherapist?

Black Psychotherapists are experts trained to understand the personality of the clients and human relationships to diagnose and treat a mental health problem ranging from anxiety to depression using several forms of therapy like cognitive behavioral therapy and many more.

However, a therapist cannot prescribe or recommend medications but they can refer you for evaluation for medication.

What is the cost of getting a Black psychotherapist?

The average cost of getting a black psychotherapist per session is between $60 to $90 per week(billed every four weeks). You can cancel your membership anytime for any reason.

What are the benefits of getting a black psychotherapist?

You become clear about who you truly are and what you want in life.

A black psychotherapist help you to plan how to achieve your goals and how to work towards long term goals

You become responsible for your success

How long does it take to get better?

This varies depending on the condition and peculiarity of an individual. However, it takes most clients an average of 3 months to fully recuperate. Generally, it takes weeks to months to feel significantly better.

Common reasons why people get black Psychotherapists

• Depression
• Anxiety
• Family conflicts
• Addiction

How to get started?

Simply click on the sign-up button to register with BetterHelp and then you can log in to get matched with a therapist. BetterHelp Therapists are well trained and they also have a license. You will be glad you did