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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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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. Amber Thornton

My approach to therapy: I help parents & high-achieving adults navigate life's challenges with greater ease & joy. I provide a nurturing & non-judgmental approach to therapy, creating a safe space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences freely. My goal is to help you feel more connected, reduce stress, and show up in the world as your authentic self.

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Renee Rugile

My approach to therapy: Our sessions will be client centered, focusing on realigning with your values while also cultivating new skills to support you in working towards your ideal self.

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Melody Mickens

My approach to therapy: I see therapy as a space to help clients get to know themselves and live authentically by breaking old habits and creating new habits. Regardless of what you have experienced in the past, my approach is to help you move forward with understanding, compassion, and insight into yourself.

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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. Speshal Walker Gautier

My approach to therapy: Therapy is about change. I will support you and assist you in identifying and changing the patterns that are not serving you. I approach therapy with an integrative approach, combining relational and cognitive-behavioral techniques.

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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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Dr. Dathan Landon-Freeman

My approach to therapy: Trained as psychologist, I offer several interventions found to work with people impacted by depression, anxiety, substance use, and trauma. I tailor each treatment to meet your individual needs while considering your unique cultural background.

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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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Find Black Therapists & Counselors in Nashville, TN.

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 Nashville, TN, 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

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