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Black / African American therapists in Sycamore, IL

Sycamore Therapists (Statistics)

Average years in practice

17 Years Experience

Average cost per session

$206

Gender ID

62% Female
29% Male
5% Non-Binary
4% Gender Fluid

Session Type

51% In Person and Online
49% Online Only

Top Specialties

85% Anxiety or Fears
67% Depression
66% Trauma and PTSD
50% Stress
50% Self Esteem
49% Women's Issues
49% Loss or Grief
We are proud to feature top rated Black / African American therapists in Sycamore. We encourage you to review each profile to find your best match.
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Chicago, Illinois therapist: Merrisa Dawn Santos, licensed professional counselor
Serving Black / African American

Merrisa Dawn Santos

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTMHP, CCTP
In the intricate tapestry of our lives, the pursuit of happiness, safety, and love is a universal quest. Yet, for many, the journey toward emotional wellness is fraught with challenges beyond their control. Trauma, familial history, and the burdens of life can cast shadows that obscure life's inherent beauty. I believe that each individual deserves to uncover, rediscover, and reclaim life's joy and purpose. As a compassionate and dedicated psychoanalytical therapist, I aim to guide you through this transformative process with warmth and understanding. Through welcoming and conversational counseling services, I aim to create a space where you can explore the intricate connections between your mind, body, and spirit. This holistic approach seeks to assist you in reconnecting with your higher purpose, allowing you to navigate life unburdened by emotional pain.  
5 Years Experience
Online in Sycamore, IL (Online Only)
Rockford, Illinois therapist: Transformations Counseling PLLC, counselor/therapist
Serving Black / African American

Transformations Counseling PLLC

Counselor/Therapist
At Transformations Counseling, we believe that change begins with feeling understood. Our goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you can be heard without judgment and work toward real, lasting growth. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, relationships, life transitions, or simply feeling stuck, our team is here to help you find clarity and balance. We use evidence-based approaches combined with genuine compassion to help clients achieve their best selves, build healthier relationships, and create a more balanced life. Each therapist at our practice brings unique experience and warmth, and we work together to match you with the right clinician for your needs.  
11 Years Experience
In-Person Near Sycamore, IL
Online in Sycamore, IL
Naperville, Illinois therapist: Nefertiti Nowell, therapist
Serving Black / African American

Nefertiti Nowell

Therapist, Dr.
While a person can feel better after a good talk with a friend or relative, for moderate or severe emotional distress, this relief is only temporary. Talking with a trained listener helps alleviate emotional distress for good. The clinicians in our practice are trained and ready to help you.  
26 Years Experience
In-Person Near Sycamore, IL
Online in Sycamore, IL
Chicago, Illinois therapist: TriWellness, counselor/therapist
Serving Black / African American

TriWellness

Counselor/Therapist, LCPC, LCSW, LPC, BCN, CIT, CYYT, QEEG-C, AAT-I
Triwellness Therapy is a holistic, neuroscience-informed mental health practice dedicated to empowering mind, body, and soul. We believe lasting healing happens when emotional health, physical well-being, and meaningful connection are addressed together. Our clinicians work with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, burnout, and life transitions. We specialize in chronic illness and medical trauma, supporting individuals and families coping with the emotional impact of ongoing health conditions, complex diagnoses, and difficult medical experiences. At Triwellness, therapy is collaborative, personalized, and evidence-based. We integrate practical tools for nervous system regulation with deeper therapeutic exploration to create sustainable, meaningful change. Whether you are seeking support for yourself, your child, or your relationship, our goal is to provide a safe, compassionate space where you feel seen, understood, and empowered. Through in-person and telehealth services, we are committed to helping our clients build resilience, restore balance, and reconnect with their strength and wholeness.  
8 Years Experience
In-Person Near Sycamore, IL
Online in Sycamore, IL
Chicago, Illinois therapist: Joy Powell, licensed clinical social worker
Serving Black / African American

Joy Powell

Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MA Socio, MSW, LCSW
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a master’s degree in Sociology, my therapeutic practice is built on a deep understanding that healing does not happen in a vacuum, it is shaped by the systems we live within, the roles we are asked to play, and the identities we carry. This dual lens allows me to support clients in ways that are both deeply personal and socially aware, bridging emotional insight with an understanding of the wider cultural and structural influences on our lives. In our work together, I will help you explore not only your internal landscape—your thoughts, emotions, and patterns—but also how your lived experiences have been shaped by family systems, societal expectations, and cultural norms. Together, we will cultivate a therapeutic space where your humanity is deeply acknowledged and your full self is supported and respected. Clients often tell me they feel truly heard, not just for what they are going through, but for the context in which those struggles have taken root. This kind of care can be transformational, especially for those who have felt misunderstood or pressured to “fix” themselves without first feeling safe enough to truly BE themselves. Therapy with me is not about offering quick fixes, it is about co-creating a relationship that is grounded in trust, reflection, and steady support. I offer a warm, down-to-earth, and thoughtful presence that invites curiosity, connection, and sustainable change. If you are seeking a therapist who honors both your personal story and the world that shaped it, I would be honored to walk alongside you on your journey toward deeper understanding and lasting well-being.  
6 Years Experience
Online in Sycamore, IL (Online Only)