Black / African American therapists in Gulf Shores, AL
Browse Black / African American therapists in Gulf Shores, Alabama. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Serving Black / African American
Louise Perry
Registered Psychotherapist, IFS UKCP HCCP
I've spent over thirty years helping people make sense of complexity.
Today I work as an Integrative Arts Psychotherapist and Internal Family Systems (IFS) practitioner, helping people make the invisible visible. Whether someone comes because they're anxious, overwhelmed, caught in painful relationship patterns or simply feels stuck, I'm interested in helping them understand themselves more clearly by noticing the patterns they couldn't previously see.
Before retraining as a psychotherapist, I spent many years in design and technology. That background continues to shape how I work. I'm naturally curious about patterns, systems and the relationships between different parts of a person's life. Sometimes we simply talk. Sometimes images, objects or simple creative materials help make sense of experiences that words alone can't fully describe. There is never any expectation to be artistic.
I work in an active, collaborative way. I won't rush you towards solutions, but neither will I sit back and simply listen. Together we'll become curious about what's happening beneath the surface so that, once those patterns become visible, different choices become possible.
8 Years Experience
Online in Gulf Shores, AL
Serving Black / African American
Avena Psychological Services
Psychologist, PsyD, PhD, LCSW, LMHC, LMSW, MHC-LP
Welcome to Avena Psychological Services, where your journey to a more balanced and fulfilling life begins with the compassion and expertise of our team of dedicated therapists. We are committed to providing a supportive and non-judgmental space where our clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, struggles, and experiences with professionals who genuinely care and appreciate the privilege of being part of that journey. With a focus on creating collaborative and empathetic therapeutic relationships, our therapists will work alongside you to develop strategies and insights that empower you to navigate life's challenges. Avena Psychological Services is committed to helping our clients build resilience, gain clarity, and achieve their personal goals. Together, we will uncover your strengths and explore pathways to a more meaningful and satisfying life.
11 Years Experience
Online in Gulf Shores, AL (Online Only)
Serving Black / African American
Dr. Amy Hecht
Psychologist, PhD
My practice is grounded in one central idea: that family, in all of its forms, deserves to be understood, supported, and thoughtfully nurtured. I have the privilege of working with individuals, couples, and families at some of the most meaningful—and often most vulnerable—moments in their lives. Whether someone is building a family, navigating challenges within one, or redefining what family means to them, my goal is always to create a space that feels both safe and genuinely supportive.
A significant part of my work focuses on family building, including comprehensive evaluations for adoption, assisted reproduction, and other non-traditional pathways to parenthood. I have extensive experience working with adoptive parents, intended parents, and families formed through surrogacy, donation, and other modern family-building processes. These evaluations are not just procedural—they are an opportunity to reflect, prepare, and enter parenthood with clarity and confidence.
In addition to evaluation work, I provide therapy for individuals, couples, and families. I approach this work with warmth, directness, and deep respect for each person’s experience. Whether addressing relationship strain, life transitions, trauma, or the complexities of parenting, I aim to help people better understand themselves and each other, and to move forward with intention.
I have a particular passion for working with non-traditional families—those whose paths may fall outside of conventional expectations but are no less meaningful or deserving of support. My practice is inclusive, affirming, and grounded in the belief that there is no single “right” way to build or be a family.
Above all, I strive to offer a space where people feel seen, understood, and guided—not judged. This is deeply personal work, and I consider it an honor to be part of my clients’ journeys.
26 Years Experience
Online in Gulf Shores, AL
Serving Black / African American
Benjamin Counseling and Consulting, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, PMH-C
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor and owner of Benjamin Counseling and Consulting, LLC. At Benjamin Counseling, we offer individual and relationship counseling services for individuals 15 years of age and above, throughout the state of Alabama. Both in office and Telehealth slots are available. Your experience with Benjamin Counseling will include the following tenets:
-Safe, comfortable, and confidential environment
-Respect and support
-Compassionate, nonjudgmental listening
-Person centered goal setting
-Active movement towards goals identified
-Useful interventions for application in daily living
-Warm and welcoming, yet focused and challenging environment
-Accessibility
-Professionalism
-Integration of evidence-based practices
16 Years Experience
Online in Gulf Shores, AL
Serving Black / African American
Practical Psychology, Inc.
Psychologist, Ph.D.
I believe that change is possible, even when life feels overwhelming. As someone whose mind tends to move fast, dig deep, and resist “fitting in,” I’ve learned firsthand how isolation, frustration, and burnout can grow from being misunderstood.
In my practice, I offer a place of understanding, clarity, and transformation. I help clients map how their unique thinking, energy, and attention patterns affect relationships, work, and daily life. Together, we create strategies and habits that align with who you are—so that your strengths become the foundation for growth, not sources of struggle.
I provide this support virtually across 44 states—and I’m committed to meeting you exactly where you are, and helping you move toward what’s next.
6 Years Experience
Online in Gulf Shores, AL (Online Only)
Black / African American therapists in Gulf Shores, AL Statistics
Black / African American therapists in Gulf Shores, AL average 16 years of experience and charge around $224 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (81%), Depression (70%), and Stress (65%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$224
Accept insurance
33%
Offer sliding scale
37%
Gender ID
| 69% |
Female |
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| 27% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 50% |
In Person and Online |
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| 50% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 81% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 70% | Depression |
| 65% | Stress |
| 60% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 58% | Loss or Grief |
| 53% | Self Esteem |
| 47% | ADHD |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 83% | Young Adult |
| 67% | Senior |
| 47% | Teen |
| 21% | Children |
Client Focus
| 100% | Black / African American |
| 94% | Women |
| 77% | LGBTQ+ |
| 73% | Men |
| 69% | Hispanic / Latino |