Written by Cloé Vaz-Wiggins
Image by @KellyRowland
It’s so interesting to see the evolution of therapy as a topic in understanding how we still view it today. If you ask me, everyone should go to therapy. Truly, no exceptions. Whether that’s done weekly, monthly or fortnightly it’s so important to have someone who listens, understands, and supports you. It becomes even more crucial when the person on the other side can truly empathise with your experiences. Including therapy in your life is you, choosing yourself, creating space, and making your mental and emotional health a priority. The same way we go to the hospital if something is wrong physically, shifting our mindsets to doing exactly the same for anything that is not visible is imperative to a healthier, happier lifestyle. Having someone outside of your circle that can be impartial yet supportive is essential to understanding yourself and as a result, learning how to live better.
So much of what we do and how we are is rooted in our childhood and the experiences that shaped us and therapy is such a beautiful practice of unpacking all of it whilst shedding what no longer serves and most importantly armoring ourselves with the tools to protect and enhance our wellbeing.
Black Minds Matter UK
Charity
Black Minds Matter UK is a fully registered charity operating in the UK; connecting Black individuals and families with free mental health services- by professional Black therapists to support their mental health.
Frontline Therapist
Charity
Frontline aims to make psychological therapy accessible for Black and Asian Minority Ethnic individuals and all individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Psychology Today
Therapy Directory list
Psychology Today provides an extensive list of Black therapists. These professionals provide counseling, psychotherapy, and therapy that’s sensitive to Black British cultural issues.
Therapy For Black Girls
Charity
Therapy for Black Girls is an online space dedicated to encouraging the mental wellness of Black women and girls. TFBG has its own directory of therapists, a podcast, and multiple resources to support you and your mental health
BAATN
Organization
BAATN is the UK’s largest independent organization to specialize in working psychologically, informed by an understanding of intersectionality, with people who identify as Black, African, South Asian, and Caribbean.
Adira
Organization
Adira put together a directory of black therapists. Adira is a survivor-led mental health & well-being organization, supporting black people with mental health issues.
