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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 Jefferson City, the suburbs of Jefferson City, other nearby places such as St. Charles, St. Peters, or anywhere else in Missouri, 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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Kelly Jones
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Explore life stressors and figure out how to get you to the top of your priority list. We will discover what makes you happy and challenge you to fight for your happiness so that depression and anxiety can't stay long.


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Explore life stressors and figure out how to get you to the top of your priority list. We will discover what makes you happy and challenge you to fight for your happiness so that depression and anxiety can't stay long.

Something to know about my approach is:

I am considered an eclectic counselor meaning I do not follow one approach for every client. I treat each client as an individual and together we come up with what will be best for your needs.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Major Depressive Disorder
  • Motherhood
  • Perinatal Mood/Anxiety Disorders
  • Racial Trauma
  • Trauma
  • Working Professionals
  • Work-Life Balance
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I ask clients, “if you had a magic wand how would you use it to change your life?” Responses highlight the gap between what men want and what they have. I help you navigate this gap by identifying/addressing barriers to creating the life you want.


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I ask clients, “if you had a magic wand how would you use it to change your life?” Responses highlight the gap between what men want and what they have. I help you navigate this gap by identifying/addressing barriers to creating the life you want.

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I'm 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.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Black Men
  • Depression
  • Men
  • Relationships
  • Sexuality
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Bernard Godfrey
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You should congratulate yourself on taking the first step in addressing your mental health concerns. It can be hard to admit that we need help. Rest assured that you are making the right decision by seeking out help.


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You should congratulate yourself on taking the first step in addressing your mental health concerns. It can be hard to admit that we need help. Rest assured that you are making the right decision by seeking out help.

Something to know about my approach is:

My approach to therapy is to use a mixture of modalities. I do not believe it’s a one size fits all approach to therapy. My goal is to help my clients reach their own conclusions instead of telling them their own conclusions.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Motivation
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Procrastination
  • Substance Use
  • Trauma
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Sharon Baldwin
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Together we will explore themes including triggers, communication, healthy boundaries, safety, vulnerability, trauma, and family, work and social dynamics.


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Together we will explore themes including triggers, communication, healthy boundaries, safety, vulnerability, trauma, and family, work and social dynamics.

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In my care, clients are able to increase their insight and find new and effective ways to approach on-going issues and persistent problems in the area of family life and social dynamics.

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  • Anxiety
  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Depression
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Trauma
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Sharon Baldwin remote and phone therapy in Missouri, New Jersey
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Ariel Ferguson, Psy.D.
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Work together to explore difficulties that you are experiencing in relationships - not only with your partner, family, or friends - but also yourself! My goal is to create a safe space for you to move towards authenticity and self-acceptance.


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Together, we will:

Work together to explore difficulties that you are experiencing in relationships - not only with your partner, family, or friends - but also yourself! My goal is to create a safe space for you to move towards authenticity and self-acceptance.

Something to know about my approach is:

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.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Communication Skills
  • Interpersonal Difficulties
  • Interracial Relationships
  • Multicultural Identity
  • Relationships
  • Self-Esteem
  • Trauma
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Ariel Ferguson, Psy.D. remote and phone therapy in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District Of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey...