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When it comes time to choose a therapist, you may prefer a Black therapist over therapists of other races or ethnicities. This is understandable, considering that you may connect best with a Black therapist or therapist who shares a similar racial background as you.

Whether you are located in downtown Westfield, the suburbs of Westfield, other nearby places such as Hartford, Springfield, or anywhere else in Massachusetts, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

The Benefits of Working with a Black Therapist

There are several reasons why you may choose to work with a Black therapist over someone from another racial background or identity, and they include:

  • You may connect more deeply with a Black therapist or feel that they "just get you."
  • The therapist may be better attuned to culturally rooted issues that affect your life or therapeutic process.
  • You may better trust them or feel more confident in their skills as a therapist.
  • Some mental health issues may stem from racial injustice, bias, or crimes, and an African American therapist may feel safer to you.
  • A Black therapist may better be able to point to the impacts of racial bias and how they affect your life.
  • You may feel more comfortable and be able to let your guard down more with a Black therapist than if you feel like you must be aware of and fight racial stereotypes.

Just as in the rest of your life, having a Black therapist can help you tap into the healing power of Black community on mental health.

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At Mental Health Match, you’ll find licensed Black therapists who can help you work through your mental health concerns and improve your life. To find an experienced therapist in your area, browse the Black experts below or use our free therapist matching tool.

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Rey Lockwood
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Life is wild and we are all subjected to things beyond our control. In turn, we choose how we relate to our world. There is so much more to your inner life than we can imagine. There are no prerequisites here— this is an invitation to speak.


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Life is wild and we are all subjected to things beyond our control. In turn, we choose how we relate to our world. There is so much more to your inner life than we can imagine. There are no prerequisites here— this is an invitation to speak.

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In our speaking, there are no limits or rules. I allow you to think in ways that transcend normativity & break through old ideas. I work with all, with a focus on marginalized people, LGBTQ people, survivors of abuse & people recovering from trauma.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Abuse
  • Addictions
  • Adult Children of Narcissistic Parents
  • Anxiety
  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Autism Spectrum
  • Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)
  • Complex Trauma
  • Depression
  • Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID)
  • End of Life
  • Grief
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Narcissistic Abuse
  • Nonbinary Gender Identity
  • Oppression
  • Parenting
  • Personality Disorders
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Psychosis
  • Queer
  • Racial Justice
  • Rape and Sexual Assault
  • Recovery
  • Transgender
  • Trauma From Abuse
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Lubenji Laforest
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We'll work collaboratively to address the challenges that you are facing. Our therapy sessions are designed to dissect personal issues and provide clients with effective tools to help them see the glass as half full instead of half empty.


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We'll work collaboratively to address the challenges that you are facing. Our therapy sessions are designed to dissect personal issues and provide clients with effective tools to help them see the glass as half full instead of half empty.

Something to know about my approach is:

My counseling style is collaborative and direct, with a soft approach. The clients develop life-changing habits through various psychotherapy methods and collaborative treatment measures to help them cope with life’s various obstacles.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Adjustment Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Complex Trauma
  • Couples
  • Depression
  • Families
  • Grief
  • Mood Disorders
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Workplace Issues
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Dr. Fortunate Munhutu
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We work together throughout your treatment and Medication Management, as appropriate, while incorporating Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psycho-Education via Telemedicine or in-office if necessary.


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We work together throughout your treatment and Medication Management, as appropriate, while incorporating Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psycho-Education via Telemedicine or in-office if necessary.

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My philosophy of practice is to pay attention to each patient’s specific needs, context, stressful or traumatic life experiences or circumstances, particular concerns, all of which she approaches with patience, warmth and understanding.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety Medication
  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • Insomnia and Sleep Problems
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
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Jaeda Crisp
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We will work together to establish goals tailored to your needs and focus on addressing your concerns.


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We will work together to establish goals tailored to your needs and focus on addressing your concerns.

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My goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment for you to navigate challenges and foster meaningful transformations with mental health, relationships, and overall life satisfaction.

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  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Life Transitions
  • Personal Growth
  • Relationships
  • Stress
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Leonice de Oliveira Ferreira
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We will explore your past experiences, challenges, and goals to gain insight and perspective. We will develop coping strategies, tools, and skills to help you navigate difficult emotions and situations, fostering personal growth and emotional healing


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We will explore your past experiences, challenges, and goals to gain insight and perspective. We will develop coping strategies, tools, and skills to help you navigate difficult emotions and situations, fostering personal growth and emotional healing

Something to know about my approach is:

My approach to therapy is person-centered, meaning I prioritize building a strong therapeutic relationship with my clients based on empathy, trust, and collaboration. My approach is holistic, client-focused, and goal-oriented.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Autism Spectrum
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Black Women
  • Concussion/Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Domestic Violence
  • Domestic Violence Survivors
  • Empowering Women
  • Family Conflict
  • Geriatric
  • Grief
  • Intellectual Disabilities
  • Life Transitions
  • Parenting
  • Racial or Ethnic Identity
  • Self Care
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