Black therapists & counselors by state
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- California 77
- New York 70
- Texas 42
- Georgia 38
- Florida 30
- North Carolina 29
- Illinois 26
- Maryland 23
- Virginia 19
- Pennsylvania 18
- Washington 18
- New Jersey 15
- Massachusetts 13
- Michigan 13
- Tennessee 12
- Louisiana 8
- South Carolina 8
- Connecticut 7
- Alabama 6
- Colorado 6
- Ohio 6
- Wisconsin 6
- District of Columbia 5
- Minnesota 5
- Delaware 4
- Oregon 4
- Arizona 3
- Oklahoma 3
- Indiana 2
- Nebraska 2
- Nevada 2
618 providers found
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What to know about Black Therapists care
This page lists self-identified Black therapists, counselors, and psychologists who self-list in Black clinician directories or apply with us, each listed under a license such as LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or psychologist, and checked against NPI records where we can match them. It is a floor, not a census: far more Black clinicians practice than this list has reached so far. Read our guide, how to find a Black therapist, for what to ask before you book a first session.
Community mental health centers see patients on a sliding scale, and they take patients a private practice would turn away over insurance. If you're in crisis right now, our crisis resources page lists free, immediate options. Our directory of free and charitable clinics lists centers by state. A paid online mental health platform is not billed to Medicaid, so check the community mental health center in your county first. If you want to start with a paid platform today:
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Frequently asked questions
How do I find a Black therapist in the US?
Use the search and filter tools on this page to browse Black therapists & counselors in the US. You can filter by distance from a ZIP code, by telehealth, and by whether the therapist has confirmed they are accepting new patients. If the list is short, consider virtual options as many Black therapists & counselors serve patients statewide or nationwide.
Are there virtual or telehealth Black therapists & counselors serving the US?
Yes. Many Black therapists & counselors offer telehealth appointments in addition to or instead of in-person visits. Use the telehealth filter on this page to see providers who offer virtual care, which can expand your options significantly if local availability is limited.
Why does seeing a Black therapist matter?
Research consistently shows that racial concordance between patients and their care team is associated with better communication, greater trust, and improved health outcomes. Patients who share a racial or cultural background with their therapist often report feeling more understood and are more likely to follow through on care plans.
What should I ask a therapist before working with them?
Ask whether they are accepting new patients, what insurance they accept, and whether they offer telehealth or in-person visits. It is also worth asking about their experience with conditions relevant to you, their communication style, and how they handle after-hours questions or urgent concerns.
Do Black therapists & counselors in the US accept insurance or Medicaid?
This directory does not yet record which insurance plans each therapist accepts, so the listings here cannot tell you. Contact the therapist directly to confirm your specific plan, including Medicaid or Medicare, is accepted before scheduling.
Is a Black provider the same as an African American provider on this directory?
Yes. Black Health uses Black and African American interchangeably to describe the same population of providers and patients, matching how people commonly search and self-identify. Both terms point to the same providers on this page.
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