Black / African American therapists in Mastic, NY
Browse Black / African American therapists in Mastic, New York. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Serving Black / African American
Alexis Smith
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP
What makes my practice unique is the way I integrate evidence-based care with a deeply collaborative, person-centered approach. I believe meaningful change happens when clients feel safe enough to be fully themselves, understood without judgment, and supported in a way that honors their autonomy, values, and lived experience.
I work from a place of curiosity, respect, and cultural sensitivity. I always meeting clients where they are and moving at a pace that feels safe and sustainable. Rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model, I tailor therapy using various modalities to fit each person’s needs, goals, and emotional experiences.
Clients often come to me feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or unsure how to navigate what they are going through. My role is not to “fix” you, but to help you better understand yourself, your patterns, and your emotional world so that you can begin responding to life with more clarity, confidence, and self-compassion.
I also prioritize accessibility and convenience by offering fully virtual therapy, allowing you to access care from the comfort and privacy of your own space. With flexible scheduling, therapy can be integrated into your life in a way that feels realistic and supportive rather than overwhelming.
If you are looking for a therapeutic space where you can slow down, feel understood, and begin creating meaningful change that aligns with who you are and what matters to you, I would be honored to work with you.
2 Years Experience
Online in Mastic, NY (Online Only)
Serving Black / African American
Diane Vaillancourt
Pre-Licensed Professional, M.A., psychotherapist, Life Coach
I believe healing takes place when the core of the emotions/feelings is identified and then expressed. Our emotions and behavior are mostly covered and protected to avoid pain. There is no healing without feeling the pain but it's only temporary. Once the pain is felt and released the door for Joy has opened. I also use EFT, Spirituality and Energy Healing as it complements the process of therapy.
36 Years Experience
In-Person Near Mastic, NY
Online in Mastic, NY
Serving Black / African American
Jazmin Melendez
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW
I believe every person deserves to feel seen, heard, and respected for who they are and the experiences that have shaped them. As someone who identifies as queer and is part of the LGBTQ+ community, I understand the importance of having spaces where you can show up as your full self without judgment or the need to explain who you are. I value culturally responsive, LGBTQ+ affirming, and identity-affirming care, and recognize that culture, family, identity, and lived experience are important parts of each person’s story. I approach therapy with curiosity, compassion, honesty, and humanity, while honoring both the challenges you’re carrying and the strengths that have helped you navigate them. I also believe there should be room for humor and genuine connection in therapy. My hope is that our work helps you feel more understood, connected to yourself, and empowered to move forward in a way that feels authentic to you.
I work with children, teens, adults, and couples navigating anxiety, trauma, depression, grief, relationships, identity, stress, neurodivergence, and life transitions. You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, or unsure of what comes next. My goal is to create a space where you can be honest about what’s happening, feel understood, and work together toward greater clarity, confidence, and meaningful change.
3 Years Experience
Online in Mastic, NY (Online Only)
Serving Black / African American
Farzana Rahman
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC-D
Having worked for a decade, I have supported clients through the nuanced and demanding areas of interpersonal stress, major life transitions, identity exploration, and the long-lasting impact of early adverse childhood experiences. I hold particular care and awareness towards the cultural, relational, and systemic forces that shape a person’s sense of self. I feel especially attuned to how family histories and early attachments influence adult relationships, therefore, I often invite clients to explore identity, unlearn old narratives, and build relationships that feel grounded and authentic. My unique, yet collective experiences as a child of immigrant parents and a South Asian woman allow me to recognize how family expectations, cultural identity, gender identity, and other parts of ourselves are important in the therapy work.
11 Years Experience
Online in Mastic, NY
Serving Black / African American
Madailein O' Donnell
Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Madailein O"Donnell is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who is currently accepting new patients in the state of New York. Madailein specializes in treating personality disorders, trauma, and mood disorders. She currently accepts the following insurances: Aetna, Optum, Carelon Behavioral Health, Oscar, Cigna, United Healthcare, and Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New York.
5 Years Experience
Online in Mastic, NY (Online Only)
Black / African American therapists in Mastic, NY Statistics
Black / African American therapists in Mastic, NY average 16 years of experience and charge around $214 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (90%), Depression (84%), and Trauma and PTSD (70%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$214
Accept insurance
45%
Offer sliding scale
66%
Gender ID
| 62% |
Female |
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| 26% |
Male |
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| 7% |
Non-Binary |
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| 5% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 58% |
In Person and Online |
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| 42% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 90% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 84% | Depression |
| 70% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 65% | Stress |
| 62% | Loss or Grief |
| 57% | Self Esteem |
| 51% | Women's Issues |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 69% | Young Adult |
| 64% | Senior |
| 52% | Teen |
| 29% | Children |
Client Focus
| 100% | Black / African American |
| 92% | Women |
| 82% | LGBTQ+ |
| 78% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 77% | Men |