Our Story

Therapy for Black Women LLC was born out of a deep understanding that Black women deserve a space where they can heal, grow, and be fully seen.

Founded by Jessica V. Taylor, LCSW-C, a dedicated therapist and advocate for Black women's mental health, our practice began with one simple but powerful belief: you don’t have to do it all, carry it all, or be it all—alone.

We know the world often expects Black women to be strong, self-sacrificing, and resilient at all costs. But at Therapy for Black Women, we believe that strength also looks like softness, boundaries, vulnerability, and self-compassion. We believe in rest. We believe in joy. We believe in healing.

Since our beginning, we’ve grown into a team of passionate, culturally-competent clinicians who support women through anxiety, trauma, relationships, parenthood, life transitions, and the everyday weight of being “everything to everyone.” Whether you're navigating a breakup, becoming a parent, managing ADHD, or simply learning to breathe again—we're here.

We offer a blend of clinical excellence, cultural humility, and a deep commitment to helping Black women reconnect with their own voice, power, and peace.

This is more than therapy. This is a movement toward wholeness, ease, and liberation.

Welcome to your healing space. Welcome to Therapy for Black Women.

Statement on the Existence and Necessity of Therapy for Black Women LLC

In a time when efforts to support Black communities are increasingly scrutinized and challenged, Therapy for Black Women LLC stands firm in its commitment to providing essential mental health services tailored to the unique experiences of Black women. Mental health is not a political issue—it is a fundamental human need.

Our practice exists because research, lived experience, and clinical expertise affirm that Black women face distinct stressors, including systemic inequities, racial trauma, and cultural stigmas around mental health. These challenges necessitate specialized, culturally competent care—care that we provide with professionalism, integrity, and inclusivity.

Therapy for Black Women LLC operates within the ethical and legal frameworks that govern mental health care of all disciplines. Our mission aligns with the broader principles of public health and well-being, ensuring that all people, regardless of race, have access to the support they need.

Attempts to delegitimize spaces designed for Black mental wellness ignore the reality that all communities benefit when individuals receive the care they deserve. We remain dedicated to serving Black women, advocating for their mental health, and upholding the right to culturally responsive therapy.

We will not be deterred by political shifts or baseless attacks on our work. Our focus remains on healing, empowerment, and resilience.

Why can’t we just offer therapy for everyone?

Great question, and one that often comes up in discussions about specialized services. The short answer is: we can offer therapy for everyone, but that doesn’t mean a one-size-fits-all approach is effective.

Why specialized mental health services for Black women are essential due to unique challenges and disparities they face:

Mental Health Disparities:

Prevalence of Conditions: Women are at least twice as likely to experience major depression as men. However, African American women are only half as likely to seek help compared to their white counterparts.
Treatment Gaps: Black U.S. adults are more likely than white adults to report symptoms of emotional distress, but just one in three Black Americans suffering from mental illness receives treatment.

Maternal Mental Health Conditions: Nationally, almost 40% of Black mothers experience maternal mental health (MMH) conditions. Compared to White women, Black women are twice as likely to experience MMH conditions but half as likely to receive treatment. MMHLA

Underrepresentation of Black Female Therapists:

Psychologists: Only 4% of psychologists in the United States are Black.
Therapists: Approximately 4% of therapists are Black or African American.

Given that there are over 198,811 therapists in the U.S., this suggests that approximately 7,952 are Black. With women comprising about 75.6% of therapists, we can estimate that there are roughly 6,013 Black female therapists nationwide.

These statistics highlight the critical need for culturally competent care tailored to Black women's experiences, emphasizing the importance of specialized services like Therapy for Black Women LLC.

Our Commitment to Black Women and the Future of Mental Health Care

At Therapy for Black Women LLC, we are deeply rooted in a mission that extends beyond healing—we are here to transform the mental health landscape for Black women and the generations that follow. In a world where access, understanding, and safety in therapy are not guaranteed for all, we create spaces where Black women can be seen, heard, and supported without compromise.

Our commitment is threefold:

Expanding Access and Impact – We are actively growing our presence and services within the community to reach more women who deserve culturally responsive, trauma-informed care. We believe mental health care should be accessible, relatable, and affirming—and we are working to break down barriers that prevent Black women from getting the support they need.
Investing in the Next Generation of Therapists – We are devoted to mentoring and training emerging Black clinicians who want to make a difference. By supporting interns, associates, and newly licensed therapists, we help grow a workforce that reflects the communities it serves. Our goal is not only to heal but to empower future providers who will carry this mission forward.
Reducing Stigma and Systemic Challenges – We recognize that seeking therapy has been made unnecessarily difficult by stigma, lack of representation, and systemic inequities. We are here to change that. Through education, advocacy, and community engagement, we will help to normalize mental health care and remove the burdens that have too long stood in our way.

This work is personal. It is necessary. And we are just getting started.

Therapy for Black Women LLC
Holding space, building futures, and standing unapologetically for healing.