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Lavender Healing Center

My approach to therapy: When I work with a client, I am as invested in your healing as you. I work from a person centered and solution focused and narrative approach. The client is the most important and has an active role in designing their sessions.

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Kimberly McGowan

My approach to therapy: provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard and empowered. My approach is trauma-informed, client-centered, and focused on helping you build practical tools to navigate life’s challenges and create lasting change.

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Dr. Vince

My approach to therapy: I am committed to the mental health and general wellness of Black men. This approach, along with my formal training and lived experience, arms me with the ability to meet Black men where they are and help navigate them toward their desired goals.

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Dr. LaTibbie Cavett

My approach to therapy: My approach is integrative, cognitive behavioral, and holistic, combining traditional psychotherapy with mindfulness techniques.

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  • In-Person or Online

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Dr. Kristyn Neckles

My approach to therapy: Welcome to Resilience in Becoming... I have built my practice on the idea that we all are in the state of becoming. My goal is to help you on your journey to be clear who you want to be and how you want to show up in your various roles.

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Adreanne Pugh

My approach to therapy: I will work at your pace on your journey towards healing. I will challenge you to fight and work to become the best version of yourself.

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  • In-Person or Online

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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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Dr. Avanti Cross-Brown

My approach to therapy: I provide flexible & affordable telehealth & mobile appointments, w/ evenings & weekend appointments. I accept most insurance plans, CareCredit, and ScratchPay.

  • Accepting Clients

  • In-Person or Online

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Ariel Ferguson, Psy.D.

My approach to therapy: I start each session with "what is present with you today?". I genuinely care about your wellbeing and want to know how I can support you. We will identify goals, explore current stressors, and work together towards your personal healing journey.

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Artrevisa Payton

My approach to therapy: I'm trained in multiple approaches that can help uncover new insights about your emotions and behaviors. I'll build a personalized plan that may support you in clarifying what you want and gaining new tools to communicate more effectively.

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Find Black Therapists & Counselors in Mississippi.

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 Mississippi, 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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