Black Female Therapists Start a Mental Health Directory to Help Black Communities.

Amber Dee, a licensed professional counselor (LPC), created a platform to help Black individuals find mental health professionals. Through her site, Black Female Therapists, Dee provides valuable information about mental health in the Black community, emphasizing that while the name focuses on women, the database is for everyone. Speaking with Atlanta News First, Dee highlighted the importance of connecting with therapists who understand cultural backgrounds.

Dee was looking for a therapist for herself, believing that even professionals need someone to talk to. However, her search came up short. She shares the difficulties of finding a therapist on the Black Female Therapists website.

“After entering the mental health field and searching for my own therapist (because I believe every therapist should have one), I struggled to find the right match. Instead of just complaining, I decided to take action, and that’s how Black Female Therapists was born.”

The directory is just one part of Dee’s platform. Despite the name, the site offers support and resources for both men and women of color.

Dee provides a variety of resources, including podcasts, daily affirmations, and events, to support those facing mental health challenges.

The need for platforms like Black Female Therapists and Therapy For Black Girls is clear. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Minority Health, suicide is the third leading cause of death among Black Americans aged 10 to 24. Additionally, Black men die by suicide at a rate more than four times higher than Black women.

This issue extends beyond men—21.6% of Black high school students have considered suicide, yet only 15.1% of Black individuals have received therapy. With more people contemplating self-harm than seeking help, working with a mental health professional is crucial to addressing these alarming statistics.