Black / African American therapists in Staten Island, New York NY
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Serving Black / African American
Wayne Ayers
Psychologist, PhD
Psychotherapy can be challenging, but it is a rewarding process. Most people come in to discuss the problems in their lives. They often forget about what is going well, and what are their natural talents and abilities. I train and supervise psychologists at area hospitals. Because of this I am sensitive to ethical concerns: honesty, integrity and practicality. I strive to create a very kind and safe atmosphere where personal exploration is possible. Psychotherapy should be collaborative. I am active and vocal and give my clients ongoing feedback, inquiry and support.
33 Years Experience
In-Person Near Staten Island, NY
Online in Staten Island, NY New York
Serving Black / African American
Denise Delph
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-R
Let me help you to feel better, whether it is depression, anxiety or addiction, I can help guide you through this process.
18 Years Experience
In-Person Near Staten Island, NY
Online in Staten Island, NY New York
Serving Black / African American
Pia Roper-Evans
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-R Therapist
If it feels as if you are repeatedly being inundated with new stressors before you have been able to resolve stressors that were already existing. Therapy can be helpful in making sense of it all. It can be a place to talk through stressors as well as to identify patterns and interactions with loved ones that may stem from core relationships.
Do you want to uncover attributes for personal tendencies that you find stressful and confusing.
17 Years Experience
In-Person Near Staten Island, NY
Online in Staten Island, NY New York
Serving Black / African American
Jenn Coonce
Licensed Psychoanalyst, Licensed Psychoanalyst, New York State
Many of my clients come to me feeling stuck — in relationships that don't work, careers that feel hollow, or patterns they can't seem to escape no matter how hard they try. As a Licensed Psychoanalyst with over 20 years of experience, I offer a different kind of therapy: one that goes beneath the surface to understand the unconscious forces that shape your choices and experiences.
Through a cooperative, supportive relationship with the right therapist, you can learn how to cope with what life throws your way, and why certain patterns keep repeating — and what you can do to change them. By talking with someone you trust and feel comfortable with, I believe anyone can learn to know themselves better and to live more consciously and deliberately.
16 Years Experience
In-Person Near Staten Island, NY
Online in Staten Island, NY New York
Serving Black / African American
Judith Rapley
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Receive help from someone who relates to you and has been there like you, in many instances. This includes some immigrant, racial, religious and gender issues, that I too have experienced that especially sensitize me to yours. So stop looking! Let's work together!
16 Years Experience
In-Person Near Staten Island, NY
Online in Staten Island, NY New York
Serving Black / African American
Dr. Erica Gardner-Schuster
Psychologist, PhD
I am a specialized trauma- & attachment-oriented group therapist committed to helping adults heal, grow and cultivate more fulfilling relationships and lives. In my groups, healing happens in the context of a safe therapeutic community of fellow travelers who can relate, help each other feel less alone, and support one another in making the changes needed to get more out of life. I also use a liberation psychology lens to help group members explore the intersection of cultural and identify factors and mental health and feel more confident and empowered in their lives.
Group therapy can help you find deeper meaning and connection through the practice of authenticity: "letting go of who we think we're supposed to be and embracing who we are" (Brené Brown). By helping you bring your full authentic self into connection, Group can help you transcend loneliness to find more fulfilling relationships. Group can help you lean into your life with more courage, compassion and vulnerability. Group can support your unique journey as you find your way home to where you belong, and to the relationships that sustain you.
16 Years Experience
Online in Staten Island, NY New York (Online Only)
Serving Black / African American
Kate E. Stephenson
Life Coach, ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC), Holistic Life, Career & Executive
Have you made time and space for you today? Most of us haven't—and therapy isn't the only way to do it. Consider Holistic Life Coaching instead. As a certified professional coach, I am here to encourage you to take a breath, take a beat to consider who you are, where you are, and if you are feeling satisfaction in your own success. If you aren't, I invite you to have a conversation with yourself about what can be done differently—allow me to moderate that conversation. Together we can help you live into your own definition of success and begin to feel it deeply. To breathe it in and live.
7 Years Experience
Online in Staten Island, NY New York (Online Only)
Serving Black / African American
Steven Merino
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
My approach is collaborative and tailored to your unique needs, goals, and pace. I understand that it takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and meaningful life, and I honor that bravery. Whether you're navigating challenges or working toward personal growth, I’m here to support and empower you every step of the way. Together, we’ll create a safe space where you can explore, heal, and move forward with confidence
2 Years Experience
Online in Staten Island, NY New York (Online Only)
Serving Black / African American
Jim Stangarone
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, Certified psychodramatist (CP)
I am an LCSW and Certified psychodramatist . I treat children, adolescents, and adults who are confronting a wide range of challenges. With experience in treating alcoholism and addictions, my focus is on helping people recover from a history of severe trauma, sexual abuse, and narcissistic abuse.
21 Years Experience
In-Person Near Staten Island, NY
Online in Staten Island, NY New York
Serving Black / African American
Vesna Cvetkovic
Art Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC
I believe in therapy and the potential for change. I also believe in the importance of finding support when you need it. As a therapist, I value the therapeutic relationship and try to show up for each client fully and take on the responsibility for their progress. Also, as a therapist, I always try to find potential avenues for growth, whether it's getting a certification in cognitive behavioral therapy or acceptance and commitment therapy, I believe that growing my skillset and sharing it with you is essential. I also encourage you to think deeply about your life and to take actions to create changes that you want to see.
12 Years Experience
Online in Staten Island, NY New York (Online Only)
Staten Island's suburban character and strong Italian-American and Eastern European heritage shape a therapy culture that has historically carried some skepticism about mental health treatment, even as demand has grown substantially. The borough was among the hardest hit in New York City by the opioid epidemic, and therapists specializing in addiction recovery, grief, and trauma from loss remain a central part of the community's mental health infrastructure. Staten Island University Hospital provides institutional mental health resources, while private practices are concentrated in Stapleton, Todt Hill, and the North Shore. Many residents also access therapy in New Jersey or Manhattan, reflecting the borough's geographic position at the outer edge of the city.
Black / African American therapists in Staten Island, New York Statistics
Black / African American therapists in Staten Island, New York average 17 years of experience and charge around $208 per session. 95% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (89%), Depression (84%), and Trauma and PTSD (64%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$208
Accept insurance
45%
Offer sliding scale
65%
Gender ID
| 57% |
Female |
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| 28% |
Male |
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| 8% |
Non-Binary |
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| 7% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 56% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 39% |
Online Only |
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| 5% |
In Person Only |
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Top Specialties
| 89% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 84% | Depression |
| 64% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 59% | Stress |
| 50% | Women's Issues |
| 50% | Loss or Grief |
| 48% | Self Esteem |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 66% | Young Adult |
| 56% | Senior |
| 49% | Teen |
| 28% | Children |
Client Focus
| 100% | Black / African American |
| 91% | Women |
| 78% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 76% | LGBTQ+ |
| 73% | Men |