Looking for an African American Therapist in North Carolina?

We connect you with Black mental health professionals who understand your experience. Medicaid and most insurance accepted.

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Why Choose a Black Therapist?

You deserve a therapist who gets it. No explaining microaggressions. No code-switching. Just real, effective therapy grounded in your lived experience.

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No More Explaining

Your therapist already knows why "Where are you really from?" is annoying. Why your hair is a topic at work. Why you're tired of being the only one.

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Medicaid? We Got You

Most of our therapists take Medicaid. A lot of our clients literally pay nothing per session. Mental health care shouldn't cost a mortgage payment.

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This Week, Not Next Month

Tired of therapy waitlists that ghost you? We match you with someone within 48 hours. When you're ready to talk, you shouldn't have to wait forever.

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Your Couch

Video sessions from your living room or park bench or even in your car. Whatever makes you comfortable. We're flexible like that.

Real Results from Real People in NC

2500+

Clients Served

$0+

Typical Copay

Insurance We Accept

✓ Medicaid
✓ Blue Cross Blue Shield
✓ Aetna
✓ UnitedHealthcare
✓ Cigna
✓ Medicare

African American Therapists Across North Carolina

Serving the vibrant Black communities in NC's major cities.

Charlotte Black Therapists

Find a Black therapist in Charlotte who gets the Queen City experience. From Eastland to West Charlotte, Ballantyne to University City, our African American counselors understand navigating this growing metro.

Raleigh African American Counseling

Black therapists in Raleigh who understand capital city life. Our counselors serve families across Downtown Raleigh, North Raleigh, Garner, and Wake Forest.

Durham Black Therapy

African American therapists in Durham connected to Bull City's rich history. Find Black couples therapy and individual counseling from historic Hayti to Research Triangle Park.

Fayetteville Military Family Therapy

Black therapists in Fayetteville specializing in military families and veterans. We understand Fort Liberty life and support service members across the community.

Winston-Salem Black Counselors

African American therapists in Winston-Salem rooted in community strength. Our Black counselors serve individuals and families throughout the Twin City.

Greensboro Therapy Services

Black therapists in Greensboro honoring the Gate City's civil rights legacy. Find culturally competent African American counseling across the Triad.

What We Actually Help With

Just Talk It Out (Individual Therapy)
Anxiety keeping you up? Depression making everything feel heavy? Workplace stress got you ready to quit? We get it.
Couples Work
Y'all fighting about the same thing over and over? Can't communicate without it turning into a whole thing? Let's fix that.
Marriage Counseling
Whether you're trying to save it or make it stronger - we help Black couples navigate the real issues, not just symptoms.
Family Therapy
Generational trauma? Parent-child tension? Blended family chaos? Sometimes the whole family needs to sit down together.
Racial Trauma & PTSD
Police violence on the news triggering you? Discrimination at work breaking you down? This is specialized work, and we do it.
Online Sessions (When You Can't Come In)
Video therapy from your couch. Same therapist, same quality, none of the commute or parking hassle.

What Clients Say

After years of therapists who didn't get it, finding a Black therapist through Lavni was life-changing. She just understands.

— Janelle, Charlotte

Our couples therapist helped us honor our traditions while creating healthy boundaries. Our marriage is stronger than ever.

— Marcus & Tanya, Durham

I finally learned that asking for help isn't weakness. My therapist helped me address the pressure of being the strong Black woman.

— Kenya, Raleigh

Common Questions

How do I find an affordable Black therapist?

Look, therapy is expensive and that's honestly ridiculous. But here's how we make it work: most of our therapists take Medicaid and major insurance. Like, actually take it - not that "we'll bill you and you deal with reimbursement" nonsense. A lot of our clients pay $0. If you don't have insurance, we do sliding scale. Bottom line - don't let money stop you from getting help.

Can I see a Black therapist online in North Carolina?

Hell yes. Every single one of our therapists does video sessions. Some people love it because they can do therapy in their pajamas. Others because there literally aren't enough Black therapists in their area. Either way works.

Do you have Black therapists who specialize in anxiety and depression?

Yeah, for sure. And here's the thing - anxiety and depression hit different when you're Black. It's not just "general anxiety." It's Sunday scaries about Monday microaggressions. It's depression that comes from watching the news. Our therapists get that specific flavor of mental health struggles.

Do you have African American marriage counselors?

We do. And they understand the specific pressure Black couples deal with - from family expectations to financial stress to just trying to build something in this economy. Plus they won't suggest solutions that ignore your cultural reality.

Do you take Medicaid?

Yes! We accept all North Carolina Medicaid plans including:

Medicaid Managed Care Organizations (MCOs):

  • AmeriHealth Caritas North Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina (Healthy Blue)
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • WellCare of North Carolina

Prepaid Health Plans (PHPs) for Behavioral Health:

  • Alliance Health
  • Partners Health Management
  • Sandhills Center
  • Trillium Health Resources
  • Vaya Health
  • Eastpointe

Many of our Medicaid clients pay $0 copay per session. We'll verify your coverage before your first appointment.

How do I know if a Black therapist is right for me?

If you've ever sat in therapy explaining why something racist bothered you and watched your therapist look confused - that's when you know. If you're tired of educating your therapist about your own life - that's when you know. A Black therapist means less explaining, more healing.

What if I don't click with my first therapist?

Then we find you another one. Simple as that. Sometimes the vibe just isn't right, and that's okay. We'd rather you find the right person than waste time with the wrong one. No extra fees, no guilt trips.

Do you have therapists who specialize in trauma from racism?

Yes. All our therapists are trained in addressing racial trauma and race-based stress. Many specialize in helping clients heal from microaggressions, discrimination, and systemic racism.

Can my teenage child see a Black therapist?

Absolutely. We have African American therapists who specialize in working with teens and young adults, helping them navigate identity development, academic pressures, and social challenges.

What's the difference between online and in-person therapy?

Both are equally effective. Online therapy offers convenience and privacy from your home. In-person provides face-to-face connection. Choose based on your comfort and schedule. You can always switch later.

How do you handle privacy and confidentiality?

We're HIPAA compliant and use encrypted platforms for all communications. Your therapy records are completely confidential. We never share your information without your explicit consent.

Do you offer couples counseling for same-sex Black couples?

Yes! We have LGBTQ+ affirming therapists who understand the unique experiences of Black queer couples navigating intersecting identities and cultural expectations.

What if I can't afford therapy without insurance?

We accept Medicaid and most major insurance plans. For those without coverage, we offer sliding scale fees based on income. Don't let cost prevent you from getting help - contact us to discuss options.

Why This Even Exists

Finding a Black therapist shouldn't be this hard. But it is. Only 4% of psychologists are Black while we're 13% of the population. Do the math - that's a problem.

And when you're dealing with anxiety, depression, or straight-up trauma from living while Black in America, you need more than someone who "took a diversity training."

You need someone who gets that racial stress is real and exhausting

Someone who knows the "strong Black woman" thing isn't a compliment - it's literally making you sick

Someone who understands what it costs to code-switch all day, every day

Someone who won't look at you crazy when you talk about generational trauma

That's why we made this. Whether you're in Charlotte's corporate world, navigating Raleigh's government spaces, dealing with Durham's academic pressure, or anywhere else in NC - you shouldn't have to teach your therapist about being Black.

We help with anxiety, depression, racial trauma, couples issues, family stuff - all of it. Video sessions or in-person. Medicaid welcome. Actually good therapists who happen to be Black.

Stop explaining. Start healing.

Ready to Talk to Someone Who Gets It?

Look, you've been holding it together for everyone else. Your family, your job, your friends. It's exhausting. Let's get you some actual support.

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(980) 890-7995

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info@mylavni.com

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Need Immediate Help?

Crisis support: Call 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or text HOME to 741741

Black-specific support: BEAM Collective at (866) 674-BEAM

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