Black / African American therapists in Leicester, NC
Browse Black / African American therapists in Leicester, North Carolina. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Serving Black / African American
Pat Reynolds
Therapist, LCAS, DOT-SAP, LAADC
Choosing a counselor is an important decision. My approach is built on the belief that healing occurs through connection, trust, and hope.
With more than a decade of experience working with individuals affected by substance use disorders, I understand that recovery is not a one size fits all process. I strive to create a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered.
My professional experience, specialized training in addiction counseling, and commitment to individualized care allow me to meet clients where they are in their journey. I combine clinical expertise with practical strategies that promote growth, accountability, and long term success.
My goal is simple: to help people discover their strengths, overcome obstacles, and move forward with confidence and purpose.
14 Years Experience
Online in Leicester, NC (Online Only)
Serving Black / African American
Banu Ibaoglu Vaughn
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LMHC, CIRT, CCH
I work with couples and individuals who are curious about their relationships. I am interested not only in what feels difficult, but in what those struggles may be revealing about who you are and how you want to live. I focus on how we love, how we defend against love, and what we long for when we cannot find our way back to each other. These patterns shape both our partnerships and our way of being in the world. Most conflicts that bring people to therapy nearly always point toward something that needs attention, a place where growth is trying to happen.
Relationships are living fields. They carry our histories, our cultural inheritances, and our unfinished emotional stories, but they also carry possibility. This is true of the relationships we have with others and the relationship we have with ourselves. Many of the individuals I work with feel a gap between their current reality and the life they sense is possible but have not yet been able to inhabit. I do not see this as pathology. It often signals that your development is asking for attention.
I am a clinical trainer and supervisor in Imago Relationship Therapy and have over twenty years of experience working across cultures and contexts. My orientation is dialogical, experiential, and psychodynamic. In sessions, I integrate somatic awareness and close attention to what unfolds in real time, such as shifts in tone, subtle contractions, or moments of distance. We slow these down so that reactions can become meaningful rather than automatic. We also make plenty of room for laughter. I find that humor is often the first sign of a pattern breaking, a way to hold the absurdity of the human experience while moving toward something more vital.
I work online with U.S. and international clients, including cross-cultural couples and expats navigating identity shifts and displacement. Culture, migration, and family history leave deep imprints on how we attach and how we imagine intimacy. These layers are always part of our conversation.
Therapy with me is steady, engaged, and deeply reflective. I trust that individuals and relationships carry an inner movement toward aliveness. My role is to help you recognize it, support it, and allow it to shape how you live, both together and individually.
If this resonates with you, I invite you to reach out to schedule an initial consultation.
24 Years Experience
Online in Leicester, NC (Online Only)
Serving Black / African American
Avena Psychological Services
Psychologist, PsyD, PhD, LCSW, LMHC, LMSW, MHC-LP
Welcome to Avena Psychological Services, where your journey to a more balanced and fulfilling life begins with the compassion and expertise of our team of dedicated therapists. We are committed to providing a supportive and non-judgmental space where our clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, struggles, and experiences with professionals who genuinely care and appreciate the privilege of being part of that journey. With a focus on creating collaborative and empathetic therapeutic relationships, our therapists will work alongside you to develop strategies and insights that empower you to navigate life's challenges. Avena Psychological Services is committed to helping our clients build resilience, gain clarity, and achieve their personal goals. Together, we will uncover your strengths and explore pathways to a more meaningful and satisfying life.
11 Years Experience
Online in Leicester, NC (Online Only)
Serving Black / African American
Nour Counseling
Counselor/Therapist
Finding a therapist shouldn’t feel overwhelming—or like a guessing game. At Nour Counseling, we take the time to actually listen before we match you, so you’re not left scrolling through profiles trying to figure it out on your own. We consider what you’re looking for, what you’ve experienced in past therapy (what worked and what didn’t), and the kind of connection you want to feel in the room. We’re also clear about our values—our clinicians are culturally responsive and affirming, and we hold space for clients navigating complex identities and sociopolitical realities without minimizing or dismissing them. Our goal is simple: to help you get connected to a therapist who not only has the right expertise, but who genuinely feels like a good fit.
9 Years Experience
Online in Leicester, NC (Online Only)
Serving Black / African American
Afi kpakossou
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-BC
At Pinnacle Behavioral Health and Wellness, I am committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care to individuals and families across North Carolina. As a board-certified psychiatric provider, I specialize in treating depression, ADHD, anxiety, addiction, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and more—offering support that’s both accessible and tailored to your unique needs.
Through secure telepsychiatry sessions, I make high-quality mental health care available wherever you are in North Carolina. My approach centers on building lasting relationships with my patients, empowering you to achieve wellness at every stage of life. I believe in open communication, holistic treatment plans, and ongoing support—so you never have to navigate your mental health journey alone.
Whether you’re seeking help for yourself or a loved one, I offer same-day appointments and a patient portal for easy access to care. Let’s work together to create a personalized path to healing and growth.
Book your telehealth appointment today and take the first step toward better mental health.
3 Years Experience
Online in Leicester, NC (Online Only)
Black / African American therapists in Leicester, NC Statistics
Black / African American therapists in Leicester, NC average 16 years of experience and charge around $215 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (82%), Depression (73%), and Stress (64%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$215
Accept insurance
40%
Offer sliding scale
41%
Gender ID
| 67% |
Female |
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| 25% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 59% |
Online Only |
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| 41% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Specialties
| 82% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 73% | Depression |
| 64% | Stress |
| 58% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 57% | Loss or Grief |
| 54% | Self Esteem |
| 50% | Women's Issues |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 81% | Young Adult |
| 68% | Senior |
| 48% | Teen |
| 21% | Children |
Client Focus
| 100% | Black / African American |
| 93% | Women |
| 78% | LGBTQ+ |
| 74% | Men |
| 69% | Hispanic / Latino |