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Reclaim your headspace.

Welcome to Therapy for Black Women

Over the struggle and ready to try therapy (again)?

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Mental Health for Black Women

We know things are sometimes for us, a little different, right?  Culturally and historically we've seen mental health issues play out and we've been taught to ignore them, dismiss them, deny them or relabel them.  We've sometimes been taught to be embarrassed or feel we don't have time to address them.  Well we're here to set the record straight, prioritize our health and reclaim our time!  We deserve mental health care that is compassionate, considerate, culturally relevant and clinically effective. 

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Anxiety for
Black Women

We see anxiety portrayed on TV and we think we know what it’s like but it can look and feel very different than expected.  Anxiety is a complex and often overwhelming emotional state characterized by feelings of unease, worry, and apprehension...

2.

Depression for Black Women

Depression is a mental health condition characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a loss of interest or pleasure in activities. It can affect thoughts, emotions, and behavior, leading to significant impairment...

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ADHD for
Black Women

ADHD, or Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, is a neuro developmental condition that affects individuals of all ages. It is characterized by persistent patterns of inattention, impulsivity,and hyperactivity that can significantly...

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 Personal Growth
for Black Women

Personal growth in therapy refers to the transformative process individuals undergo when engaging in therapeutic interventions and self-reflection. Therapy provides a supportive and confidential environment for individuals to explore their emotions...

Therapy Sessions
Therapy Sessions
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Couples Therapy

Are you and your partner facing challenges in your relationship that you'd like to overcome together? At Therapy For Black Women, we understand the unique dynamics that Black couples often encounter in their journeys. Our experienced therapist specializes in providing compassionate and culturally sensitive couples counseling, tailored to the specific needs of Black couples.

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"We delight in the beauty of the butterfly, but rarely admit the changes it has gone though to achieve that beauty"

Dr. Maya Angelou

Common services and concerns for our clients: 

We work with clients ages 14 and up in individual therapy sessions. 

  • ADHD

  • Anxiety 

  • Boundaries

  • Breakups

  • Career/Education

  • Couples Therapy 

  • Dating

  • Depression

  • Divorce

  • Friendships

  • Communication

  • Parenting

  • Stress Management

  • And More!

Insurance/Cost Questions?

​We Accept:

  • Aetna

  • CareFirst/BlueCross Blue Shield

  • United Healthcare

  • Oscar Health

  • CareFirst

  • Cigna
     

Using a Different Insurance or Paying out of pocket?

  • We can help with reimbursement if you want utilize your out-of-network benefits with another insurer (Example: If you have Tricare or Kaiser Permanente or another plan we currently don't accept).

  • Self-paying costs (using FSA included) $175 - Initial session, $150 Ongoing sessions.
     

We can assist you in understanding your health insurance in-network and out-of-network benefits.

Consultation (Required)

15 minutes - Free

Individual Sessions 

(18 and up)

Couples Therapy 

Self-pay only/insurance not accepted for this service

About Our Team - Jessica V. Taylor
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Jessica V. Taylor, MSW, LICSW, LCSW-C,

Owner & Clinician, Therapy For Black Women LLC, Licensed in Maryland, Virginia, and District of Columbia

Struggling with anxiety and/or ADHD, overthinking, focusing on the "wrong" things/procrastinating, feeling dysregulated, having difficulty communicating and making progress towards your goals? Need to dive deeper to get to the bottom of your behaviors and thoughts? Let's make progress towards improving in all areas and finding more fulfillment in your day to day life. Jessica Taylor is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (DC & Maryland) providing individual therapy. Jessica is a board approved social work supervisor and specializes in stress and anxiety, adult ADHD, perinatal mental health, relationship issues, life transitions, etc. and previously specialized in helping clients in the areas of trauma, crisis pregnancy, and adoption. Jessica received her Bachelor of Arts from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, MI and Master of Social Work from Wayne State University, School of Social Work in Detroit, MI. Maryland License #17729 DC License LC50080792 Board Approved Social Work Supervisor (MD)

Lakeeta Wingfield, MSW, LCSW-C
Licensed in Maryland and Pennsylvania

Lakeeta Wingfield Graduated from Clarion University in 2001 and earned a Master’s Degree from Temple University in Social Administration with a concentration in Health and Mental Health. With current licensure in the states of Pennsylvania and Maryland,Lakeeta’ s clinical experience includes psychotherapy for addictions, depression, anxiety, anger management, and adjustment to various life stressors such as life changes and transitions as well as those dealing with conflicts in professional and personal relationships. She also provides therapeutic services to couples.Lakeeta has an extensive background in Health, Human Services and employee assistance programs. Lakeeta utilizes a person centered approach to guide individuals towards living healthier more fulfilling lifestyles.

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Dr. RaiNesha Miller,  Ph.D,

Licensed Psychologist

Pronouns: she/her/hers

Life is a continuous journey, full of stages and processes with many unexpected twists, turns, and stops along the way that can feel unbearable. Dr. Miller understands this and embraces her clients at every stage. She believes honoring self through compassion and grace creates an opportunity for you to sprout wings to move through even the most difficult of moments. Dr. Miller journeys with you as an accomplice through every step until you feel you are ready to fly on your own. Dr. Miller is a licensed psychologist in the state of Maryland. With over seven years of experience offering individual, couples, and group therapy to individuals of all ages, she has found her passion in providing equitable care to individuals from marginalized backgrounds. Specifically, she seeks to understand how one’s sociocultural context impacts their identity formation, world navigation, relationships, and mental health by integrating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Intersectionality, Black Feminist Thought, and Internal Family Systems in her conceptual approach. It is important that each of her clients feel seen, heard, accepted, and supported. Dr. Miller’s style of therapy spotlights honesty, transparency, empathy, humor, and mutuality as she works to ensure that the therapeutic space does not become a microcosm of oppression for any of her clients. Dr. Miller received her doctorate degree in Counseling Psychology at Oklahoma State University and completed her pre-doctoral internship at the University of Florida’s Counseling and Wellness Center. She has served clients in various community mental health and university counseling settings emphasizing the equitable delivery of services to underserved communities.

Dr. Nina Joy Mena,  MD

Licensed in Georgia, Florida, Michigan, Maryland, Virginia, Tennessee, Wisconsin,  Illinois, Minnesota, New Hampshire, and Alabama. 

Child, Adolescent, & Adult Psychiatrist Dr. Mena is dedicated to helping people reach their full potential and live life to the fullest. With my expertise in Adult, Child and Adolescent psychiatry, life coaching, motivational speaking, leadership, education, running, and world travel, I provide a unique and comprehensive approach to mental health care. ​ I offer online psychiatric services as well as live coaching sessions to ensure that everyone has access to the help they need. No matter the challenge, I am here to help you reach your goals and find joy in life! --- Nina Joy Mena, MD Child, Adolescent, & Adult Psychiatrist

Onyinyechi Abraham, BSW, MEd

Executive Administrative Assistant and Intake Coordinator

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