Black / African American therapists in Kenwood, IL
Browse Black / African American therapists in Kenwood, Illinois. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Serving Black / African American
Mindful Healing Counseling
Psychologist, PsyD
We know life can be really tough at times, and it’s hard to figure out where to start when you feel stuck. Stress, anxiety, sadness, or relationship struggles can make everything seem harder, especially if you’re also dealing with past trauma or big life changes.
At Mindful Healing, we’re here to support you every step of the way. We believe that with the right support, you have the strength to heal and grow. Our goal is not just to listen, but to help lighten your burden and provide the tools you need to face life’s challenges. We are an inclusive practice, celebrating people of all identities and backgrounds. Our commitment is to create a safe space where you can feel seen, valued, and empowered to recognize your own strengths.
16 Years Experience
Online in Kenwood, IL (Online Only)
Serving Black / African American
Summer Stewart, PsyD
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
I help women—especially Black and Brown women—find relief from anxiety, self-doubt, and emotional overwhelm. If you’re tired of carrying everything on your own, therapy with me is a space to finally breathe, feel seen, and reconnect with who you are underneath the stress. Together, we’ll work through the pain, challenge unhelpful patterns, and build the confidence to move forward. You don’t have to hold it all alone anymore. You’re in the right place.
7 Years Experience
Online in Kenwood, IL (Online Only)
Serving Black / African American
Dr. Aretha Steele (Mindful Healing Counseling)
Psychologist, PsyD
Taking the step to seek support is a courageous move, and I want to applaud you for it. I know everyone has a different story, and I'm here to honor and respect yours. As your therapist, my focus is on creating a collaborative and caring space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions. In our sessions, we can delve into your experiences, tackle obstacles, discover fresh perspectives, and uncover the strengths within you. Being a black woman, I recognize the significance of your identity and am dedicated to honoring each person’s story.
17 Years Experience
Online in Kenwood, IL (Online Only)
Serving Black / African American
Rick Tivers
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, CGP
I am known as a therapists' therapist due to my strong diagnostic skills and highly engaging style and ability to provide corrective emotional experiences to my clients. I develop real , authentic relationships with my clients to help heal pain, recover from shame, and to produce healthy, non-sabotaging behaviors.
45 Years Experience
In-Person Near Kenwood, IL
Online in Kenwood, IL
Serving Black / African American
Balanced Awakening PC
Psychologist, Licensed Psychologists
We are all about empowering women through psychotherapy! Our primary physical location is in Chicago + we're providing online therapy to clients across the states of Illinois and Florida.
12 Years Experience
In-Person Near Kenwood, IL
Online in Kenwood, IL
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 Kenwood, IL (Online Only)
Serving Black / African American
The Adult ADHD Clinic
Psychologist, Psyd, PsyPact
The Adult ADHD Clinic offers a streamlined approach to meeting your psychological testing needs. Whether you are seeking clarification regarding a diagnosis of ADHD, require a report for academic accommodations, or are in need of an updated report based on changing needs, The Adult ADHD Clinic is your answer. We are PsyPact certified and our tele-assessment services are available in 43 states.
14 Years Experience
Online in Kenwood, IL (Online Only)
Serving Black / African American
Jameeka Moore
Psychologist, PsyD
Have you noticed that anxious thoughts and uncomfortable emotions have become dominating forces in your life, often leading to avoidance, escape or other ineffective behaviors? Your experience with anxiety is preventing you from showing up for yourself and others in ways that you would like. I want to help you learn techniques that will allow you to develop the courage to stand up to your anxiety so that you can live more in accordance with your values.
16 Years Experience
Online in Kenwood, IL (Online Only)
Serving Black / African American
Emem Itiat
Counselor/Therapist, LCPC
I believe in the power of healing through promoting self-awareness, autonomy and empowerment, and also in people's strength to move towards change. Though suffering is a part of life, something that all humans share, working to manifest helpful and sustainable coping mechanisms, and skills that will work to serve you long term makes a difference in the quality of life a person experiences. I work from a Health at Every Size (HAES) and humanist framework, observing individuals as a whole, and when it comes to the war against body discrimination and terrorism, I believe in working to enhance radical acceptance through promoting self-contentment, end weight discrimination by identifying the underlying and overlying systems of oppression, dismantling those systems, and working against the cultural obsession with diet culture, and the pursuit of thinness and perfection. I believe in concepts such as radical self-love, self-trust, self-awareness, radical-acceptance, freedom, agency, self-compassion, and self-actualization to help guide individuals to fulfill their potential and maximize their wellbeing.
16 Years Experience
Online in Kenwood, IL (Online Only)
Serving Black / African American
Wayne G. Siegel, PhD, ABPP
Psychologist, Clinical Psychology
I have over 34 years of experience working as a clinical psychologist. The bulk of my career was spent at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, where I provided comprehensive, evidence-based psychological assessment and intervention for a range of mental health difficulties, including but not limited to depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, substance use, sleep, chronic pain, personality disorders, and psychosis. In addition to my clinical work, I served as the overall Director of Training for the APA-accredited doctoral internship and postdoctoral residency training programs. Throughout my tenure in this position, I have had the honor of providing clinical supervision and mentorship to over 300 psychology interns and postdoctoral residents.
Since retiring from my position at the VA, I have continued to…
- Maintain a private practice providing individual psychotherapy and psychological assessment
- Serve in several volunteer leadership roles involved in the national management and coordination of psychology training and education and the overall profession of psychology
- Serve on the Minnesota Board of Law Examiners
- Serve as an adjunct professor at the University of Minnesota's Clinical Psychology Doctoral Program
- Teach graduate-level courses at local psychology doctoral programs
On a more personal note, I have a passion for travel and the thrill of discovering new culinary adventures and restaurants. Cooking, art, and photography are creative outlets that I cherish, along with a love for nature and outdoor activities. My commitment to health and an active lifestyle is evident in my lifelong engagement with endurance sports, including marathon running, cycling, ironman triathlons, and hiking. These activities not only challenge me physically but also provide a strong sense of accomplishment and joy.
My practice is anchored in the belief that my clients are more than just their symptoms or diagnoses. I collaborate closely with them to thoroughly understand their unique struggles and customize a treatment approach that utilizes proven methods to address their specific needs. My objective is to apply my years of knowledge and expertise to every individual I assist.
I have extensive experience working with adults from diverse ethnic, racial, gender, sexual, and religious backgrounds. Additionally, I have developed specialized skills to address the unique challenges faced by healthcare professionals.
33 Years Experience
Online in Kenwood, IL (Online Only)
Black / African American therapists in Kenwood, IL Statistics
Black / African American therapists in Kenwood, IL average 15 years of experience and charge around $212 per session. 99% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (83%), Depression (71%), and Trauma and PTSD (64%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$212
Accept insurance
44%
Offer sliding scale
49%
Gender ID
| 66% |
Female |
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| 25% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 55% |
Online Only |
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| 44% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 1% |
In Person Only |
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Top Specialties
| 83% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 71% | Depression |
| 64% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 59% | Stress |
| 54% | Loss or Grief |
| 49% | ADHD |
| 48% | Women's Issues |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 80% | Young Adult |
| 60% | Senior |
| 49% | Teen |
| 23% | Children |
Client Focus
| 100% | Black / African American |
| 91% | Women |
| 77% | LGBTQ+ |
| 72% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 67% | Men |