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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 Santa Cruz, the suburbs of Santa Cruz, other nearby places such as Campbell, Morgan Hill, or anywhere else in California, 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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Work towards achieving your goals and developing you into the best you, you can be.

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I am passionate about helping people overcome their mental health challenges and achieve their goals. I am committed to providing a safe and supportive environment for clients to explore their thoughts and feelings.

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  • Anxiety
  • Assessments
  • Depression
  • Postpartum Depression
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During our sessions, we will delve deeply into the issues at hand, and collaborate to create a plan for addressing them in a way that helps you improve your life. Most of my clients see a gradual lifting of symptoms within the first month.


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During our sessions, we will delve deeply into the issues at hand, and collaborate to create a plan for addressing them in a way that helps you improve your life. Most of my clients see a gradual lifting of symptoms within the first month.

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I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in my practice. In your first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and then decide the most appropriate ways to help you make progress.

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  • Major Depressive Disorder
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Jai Ferrell
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Embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and healing. We'll navigate challenges, uncover strengths, and foster resilience. I am committed to providing a safe and supportive space where you can explore, grow, and create positive change.


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Embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and healing. We'll navigate challenges, uncover strengths, and foster resilience. I am committed to providing a safe and supportive space where you can explore, grow, and create positive change.

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In my approach, collaboration is key. I believe therapy should be tailored to your unique experiences and needs, ensuring a personalized and effective healing journey. Together, we navigate life's challenges.

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  • ADHD in Womxn or Femme Populations
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Black Women
  • Depression
  • Professional Women
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Ashanti Marshall
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Explore your strengths in order to help you take control of your mental health for continued growth in your journey. You will learn healthy coping skills, tools, and be provided therapeutic homework to help you succeed and reduce presenting symptoms.


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Explore your strengths in order to help you take control of your mental health for continued growth in your journey. You will learn healthy coping skills, tools, and be provided therapeutic homework to help you succeed and reduce presenting symptoms.

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My approach is Person-centered (Rogerian). I create a safe space for clients to feel free to express themselves. As a therapist, my goal is to make sure that my clients feel safe, happy and supported.

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  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
  • Self-Esteem
  • Stress
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I offer holistic treatment integrating mindfulness, meditation, and yoga with a cognitive-behavioral, strengths-based approach.

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Tailoring the plan to your unique needs, I support your healing journey, with the goal being progress, not perfection. I empower you to navigate daily life successfully.

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  • Depression
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
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