Black / African American therapists in Mount Sinai, NY
Browse Black / African American therapists in Mount Sinai, 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 Mount Sinai, 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 Mount Sinai, NY
Online in Mount Sinai, NY
Serving Black / African American
Dr. Christina Gerdes
Psychiatrist, MD
I am a Columbia University trained board-certified adult psychiatrist specializing in evidence-based psychopharmacology, psychotherapy, and culturally responsive mental-health care with over 14 years of experience. I combine my medical expertise with a warm, collaborative therapeutic approach to help individuals navigate a range of life events including but not limited to anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, trauma, life transitions, bipolar disorder, OCD, and substance use problems. I offer medication management and/or psychotherapy, allowing patients to receive integrative care within a single treatment setting.
14 Years Experience
In-Person Near Mount Sinai, NY
Online in Mount Sinai, NY
Serving Black / African American
Robert dos Santos Teixeira
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, SMF, MPIA, MA, MSW, LCSW
When you lose the little self, you find the bigger Self. You are the Light Who shines through the eyes: You are Ancient, Eternal, Infinite, One, and Unchanging Light. My job is to help you step out of the little self (the flesh-and-blood self), which is experiencing the pain of addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, etc., and into Who You really are. As a result, you will gain observer consciousness, which offers freedom, healing, transformation, and ultimately awakening.
22 Years Experience
Online in Mount Sinai, NY
Serving Black / African American
Allied Psychotherapy Group
Psychologist
At Allied Psychotherapy Group, we believe that effective therapy starts with finding the right therapist for you. Our practice offers thoughtful, personalized care in a warm and supportive environment, with clinicians experienced in helping people with anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, ADHD, relationship concerns, life transitions, stress, and other challenges. We take time to understand what you are looking for and personally help match you with a therapist whose experience, approach, and personality fit your needs. We offer both in-person therapy in Manhattan and online therapy throughout New York State. We accept Aetna, Cigna, Wellfleet, and Northwell insurance, and we also offer sliding-scale options to make therapy more affordable. We invite you to start with a complimentary 15-minute consultation so we can learn more about what you need and help you find the right therapist.
17 Years Experience
Online in Mount Sinai, NY
Black / African American therapists in Mount Sinai, NY Statistics
Black / African American therapists in Mount Sinai, NY average 16 years of experience and charge around $213 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (89%), Depression (83%), and Trauma and PTSD (69%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$213
Accept insurance
45%
Offer sliding scale
66%
Gender ID
| 61% |
Female |
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| 27% |
Male |
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| 7% |
Non-Binary |
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| 5% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 59% |
In Person and Online |
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| 41% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 89% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 83% | Depression |
| 69% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 64% | Stress |
| 59% | Loss or Grief |
| 55% | Self Esteem |
| 49% | Women's Issues |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 70% | Young Adult |
| 65% | Senior |
| 54% | Teen |
| 29% | Children |
Client Focus
| 100% | Black / African American |
| 93% | Women |
| 81% | LGBTQ+ |
| 76% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 75% | Men |