Black / African American therapists in Amarillo, TX
Browse Black / African American therapists in Amarillo, Texas. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Serving Black / African American
Pattie Vargas
Counselor/Therapist, CBC®️Certified Provider, Kessler Certified Grief Educator
After facing the heart-wrenching challenges of having two of my three children struggle with Substance Use Disorder, my world was further shaken when my son, Joel, lost his decades-long battle with the disease in 2017. In the wake of this profound loss, I was determined to better understand the family experience of addiction, and have since used this lived experience to support and guide others who are navigating the isolating and stigmatizing road of addiction and loss.
As a Compassionate Bereavement Care®️ Certified Provider and Kessler Certified Grief Educator, I work with individuals, families, and communities impacted by loss. I am a Peer Parent Coach with the Partnership to End Addiction, and co-facilitate their online grief support community, and is the host of Finding Hope After Loss, Grief Support groups for The Happier Life Project. As an advocate for recovery policies, I am a California State Organizer with the Recovery Advocacy Project, serve on the RCO/RCC Advisory Committee, and was named the 2022 Architect of Recovery by CCAPP (CA Consortium of Addiction Professionals.) My book, Secrets, Scars and Heart Shaped Jars, shares my family’s journey through addiction, loss and recovery.
5 Years Experience
Online in Amarillo, TX (Online Only)
Serving Black / African American
Tatianna Chin
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS STARTING SEPTEMBER 2024!
Sometimes, life takes us by surprise and puts us in unexpected situations. We often find ourselves pondering, "What should I do next? Where do we go from here?" The pressures of conforming to societal expectations can be overwhelming, as we question our desired path versus the one others expect from us. If you're currently trapped in a stagnant relationship with communication issues, or if you're newly engaged and seek a foundation of healthy communication, transparency, and trust, I can assist you.
I specialize in working with clients who experience these challenges and are ready to embark on a journey towards finding solutions. Through therapy, I can reignite hope in your life. Together, we can equip you with the necessary tools to navigate insecurities and foster strong and fulfilling relationships. My expertise lies in helping couples and individuals overcome obstacles in their lives and relationships.
As an authorized provider of the "Twogether in Texas" program, I offer discounted Texas marriage licenses upon completion of the premarital sessions. With the convenience of 24/7 online scheduling, flexible evening appointments, and the ability to connect with clients from any city in Texas and South Carolina, I strive to make therapy more accessible. Let's take the first steps towards a brighter future today!
11 Years Experience
Online in Amarillo, TX
Serving Black / African American
Abbrielle Schenck
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT-Associate
Most of my clients already know what is wrong. What they struggle with is knowing how to change it. My work goes beyond surface-level coping and into the emotional patterns that keep you stuck. I help people feel safe enough to tell the truth about their lives, their relationships, and themselves, so real healing can begin. If you are ready for more than just “talking about it,” I would love to walk with you.
1 Years Experience
Online in Amarillo, TX (Online Only)
Serving Black / African American
GPS Counseling, LLC, Georgia Smith-Lyle, MA, LPC-S
Counselor/Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor
Helping others is a passion I have. I love my job and find it very rewarding when I can help others transition, process and emotionally heal from traumatic, stressful or life altering changes in their life. Listening empathetically is key to helping my client. It’s always important for a client to be heard and understand. I’m sensitive to their processing. My approach is direct, making therapeutic suggestions. But one one of the greatest tools a therapist can have is being a good listener and validating their thoughts
22 Years Experience
Online in Amarillo, TX
Serving Black / African American
Ty Wilson
Pre-Licensed Professional
Life can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re facing challenges that seem impossible to overcome. I know that feeling personally. After surviving a car accident that led to the loss of my left leg, I had to rebuild not only physically, but emotionally and mentally. With the support of my family and faith, I discovered that even life’s hardest moments can lead to purpose and growth.
Relearning how to walk at 20 shaped more than my recovery—it revealed my calling: helping others find hope when it feels out of reach.
Through my experience in college ministry and my training in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, I’ve walked alongside individuals navigating anxiety, life transitions, and emotional struggles—especially during seasons like the pandemic that have impacted us all.
I strive to create a space where you feel heard, supported, and understood—without judgment. A place where healing begins, and hope is rebuilt.
If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or ready for change, you don’t have to do it alone. Let’s take that next step together.
1 Years Experience
Online in Amarillo, TX
Amarillo sits at the heart of the Texas Panhandle — a vast agricultural and energy-producing region — with a therapy community shaped by its role as the commercial and medical center for a large, largely rural surrounding population. The city's predominantly conservative, faith-oriented culture means spiritually integrated therapy is a mainstream part of the local offering rather than a specialty niche. BSA Health System and Northwest Texas Healthcare System provide institutional mental health anchors for the Panhandle region, with a private therapy community that serves both city residents and clients traveling in from smaller surrounding communities. Amarillo's significant Hispanic population and growing refugee and immigrant communities create ongoing demand for bilingual and culturally informed therapists.
Black / African American therapists in Amarillo, TX Statistics
Black / African American therapists in Amarillo, TX average 15 years of experience and charge around $184 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (83%), Depression (74%), and Trauma and PTSD (63%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$184
Accept insurance
52%
Offer sliding scale
46%
Gender ID
| 66% |
Female |
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| 27% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 54% |
Online Only |
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| 46% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Specialties
| 83% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 74% | Depression |
| 63% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 59% | Stress |
| 50% | Loss or Grief |
| 46% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
| 46% | ADHD |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 80% | Young Adult |
| 60% | Senior |
| 52% | Teen |
| 25% | Children |
Client Focus
| 100% | Black / African American |
| 92% | Women |
| 69% | LGBTQ+ |
| 67% | Men |
| 65% | Hispanic / Latino |