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Fightress Aaron

My approach to therapy: I create a safe, judgment-free space where you can finally exhale. We’ll talk like real people, not in therapy jargon, and use proven tools to calm your mind, break old patterns, and give you strategies you can use right away in daily life.

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Brittany Daniels

My approach to therapy: I am a trauma informed therapist that utilizes a strength-based approach and attachment therapy approach. I also incorporate other counseling theories and approaches to help meet your individual needs.

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Detra Whiting

My approach to therapy: Also, I meticulously plan and execute programs to meet the diverse needs of patients and clients. As a seasoned professional, I have successfully provided psychosocial services, collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, and fostered connections with

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Kenya Wilcox

My approach to therapy: I am accepting clients and can see you as early as this week or next week! I'm your dedicated partner in overcoming life's challenges with empathy and expertise.

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Allyse Sturdivant Williams

My approach to therapy: My approach is client-centered and culturally grounded. In my work, I focus on empowering clients to see themselves authentically & apart from imposed cultural frameworks. I help clients cope with the realities of their circumstances & create opportunities for more optimal outcomes. I view treatment as a way to help clients move from suffering to thriving.

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Deonia Young

My approach to therapy: Something to know about me is I have a more casual, laid-back style of interacting with clients. I will partner with you in reaching targeted goals.

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Karen Idigo

My approach to therapy: My approach is highly relational. When working with me you can expect to feel nurtured, validated, and heard. Deeply rooted patterns of behavior may also emerge. At this time I collaborate with you to develop coping resources, and healthy boundaries.

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Dominique Jones

My approach to therapy: Something to know about my approach is that I use an integrative model, focusing on holistic well-being. I consider mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects, creating a supportive and personalized environment for your healing and growth.

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Sabrina Crawford

My approach to therapy: I believe therapy works best when it’s an active, collaborative process. We’ll explore what’s causing your current challenges, uncover patterns that may be holding you back, and find practical strategies to help you feel better now—while also creating lasting change for the future.

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Dañel Whitehead

My approach to therapy: Primarily working with adults and adolescents, I specialize in Depressive Disorders, Stress, Anxiety Disorders, coping skills, & more. I use therapeutic interventions personalized specifically to meet your needs.

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Find Black Therapists & Counselors in Birmingham, AL.

Looking for a Black Therapist? You’re Not Alone.

Many people seek a therapist who shares their racial or cultural background. If you’re Black or African American, working with a therapist who understands your lived experience can be powerful. Whether you’re processing racial trauma, navigating identity, or simply looking for someone who “gets it,” your preference is valid—and deserves to be honored.

Wherever you are in Birmingham, AL, Mental Health Match can help you find a Black therapist who aligns with your needs and values.

Why Choose a Black Therapist?

There’s no need to justify your choice—but here are some reasons others have found working with a Black therapist especially meaningful:

  • Cultural understanding and shared experience – A Black therapist may better understand the nuances of your lived experience, including family dynamics, community, and the impact of systemic racism on mental health.
  • Comfort and trust – You may feel more at ease talking about difficult topics—like discrimination, code-switching, or generational trauma—with someone who doesn’t need extra context.
  • Deeper connection and validation – Feeling seen, heard, and affirmed by someone who shares part of your identity can create a more healing therapeutic space.
  • Safety and emotional freedom – With a Black therapist, you might not feel the need to explain or defend your perspective—or brace for bias. That sense of safety can open the door to deeper work.

A therapist’s identity is just one part of the picture. Their approach, training, and interpersonal style also matter. Learn more about how to choose the right therapist for you.

How to Find a Black Therapist

You don’t have to do this alone. Mental Health Match makes it easy to connect with licensed Black and African American therapists who are ready to support you. Browse providers above or take our free survey to get matched to therapists who meet your needs.


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