Safe Haven Healers for the Neurodivergent community

A list of vetted, Black Mental Health Professionals.

Odilakachi Hezekiah-Onwukwe

Vetted by the Safe Haven Team

Black men competent: 6+ years

Mental Health Practitioner

Located in Philadelphia, PA 19128

About Me

Odilakachi William Hezekiah-Onwukwe is a Mental Health Wellness Coach, and a Financial Behavioral Consultant. Odilakachi specializes in behavioral health interventions that originate in finding highly personalized solutions for his clients. He has a breadth of experience in wellness and decision based interventions, with a centralization in Africentric Theory. Odilakachi also has significant expertise in dream interpretation and deconstruction. He has over half a decade in mental health practitioner experience, ranging from independent interventions into administrative logistics and strategy implementation. Clinically, he is eclectic. He has a vast experience utilizing multiple trained modalities under licensed supervision, and specializes in Mindfulness and Solution Focused based interventions.
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Nehanda Thom

Vetted by the Safe Haven Team

Black men competent: 3+ years

Mental Health Counselor, Substance Abuse Counselor, Addiction Recovery Coach

Located in Brooklyn, NY 11212

About Me

I am a Mental Health Professional with a Masters in Counseling and a background in addiction work with the homeless population of NYC. I hold a license and multiple certificates and am trained in grief focused work, trauma informed interventions, and life transitions. My commitment is powered by my desire to paying it forward. I believe in doing the work because my own mental health journey lead me to years of sobriety and empowered me to grow and learn from my past. I can be reached by text (only) at the number below with inquiries and for canceling/rescheduling. (848) 468-4343
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Jean Messeroux

Vetted by the Safe Haven Team

Black men competent: 3+ years

Psychotherapist and Licensed Master Social Worker

Located in Philadelphia, PA 19129

About Me

Hello, I appreciate you creating time to be here. My name is Jean Messeroux (he/him) and I am a Licensed Psychotherapist and Wellness Coach serving the New York area. My professional path began in the classroom as a high school educator of over seven years and social worker of two years, during which I developed a passion for learning and building skills to support others’ mental health journeys and self-discoveries. My education path spans from Massachusetts to New York, by which I earned a Bachelor’s Degree in English and African-American Studies from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, and a Master of Science Degree in Social Work with an Advanced Clinical Practice Concentration from Columbia University. Beyond my work as a Psychotherapist, I am also a creative entrepreneur practicing photography, design, and creative direction. I explore art and creativity as tools for self-expression, healing, and connection, and encourage my clients to do the same.
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Don Carter

Vetted by the Safe Haven Team

Black men competent: 9+ years

Transformational Executive Coach for Black Professionals and Entrepreneurs

Located in Lees Summit, MO 64082

About Me

Don Carter has spent a lifetime in service and protection of others, previously during a decade in law enforcement and now through working with emerging and established leaders by utilizing mental health as a business strategy. His relentless journey has led him from healing hearts to radical new starts for executives and entrepreneurs breaking through to their next levels. Don Carter is a transformational executive coach who brings a vibe that’s nothing short of transformative. Using principle-driven purpose, timeless wisdom, and a no-BS approach to courageously (and kindly) confront life's challenges, he helps high-performing individuals shift the focus from what seems to be wrong on the outside to everything that’s right on the inside. And by embracing transition as a necessary experience, helps others create relief and peace in their lives as they continually grow into the most authentic, fulfilled and successful version of themselves. Keywords: Grief, Grieving, Depression, Depressed, Anxiety, Work, Career, Business, Fear, Suicidal, Suicide, Fatherhood, Marriage
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Alicia Crooks

Vetted by the Safe Haven Team

Black men competent: 10+ years

Therapist / Life Coach

Located in North Hollywood, CA 91601

About Me

Alicia Crooks is a seasoned executive leader and mental health provider with over 12+ year of experience in relationship management and community enrichment. Her diverse background spans to corporate leadership, nonprofit advocacy, and clinical psychology -underscoring her commitment to fostering meaningful connections and positive change. Her dedication to relationship-building led her to establish the Young Black Professionals of Orange County and serve on the Advisory Board of the African American Real Estate Professionals of Los Angeles. Two roles that allowed her to cultivate strategic alliances with community leaders and emerging professionals across Southern California. Complementing her corporate achievements, Alicia embarked on a journey of academic excellence. She earned an MA in Clinical Psychology, specializing in Marriage & Family Therapy. Now in her role as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) & Wellness Life Coach, she leads in developing treatment plans, crafting interventions, and engaging in psychoeducation - showcasing her commitment to fostering wellness among diverse populations. Alicia's profound impact extended to the public health sector, where she served as Program Manager for two government community health divisions. She's supervised teams, guided outreach initiatives, and managed strategic collaborations to enhance public health outcomes. Her prowess in project management and crisis intervention was pivotal in facilitating effective community health education. Throughout her journey, Alicia has amassed a repertoire of certifications and training. Notably, she received certification from the Zero Suicide Institute at the Suicide Prevention Resource Center, alongside other achievements in trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy and trauma-informed care. Alicia epitomizes authentic connection, dynamic leadership, and unwavering commitment to positive transformation. Her drive was nurtured at Howard University where she earned her BS in Psychology & Political Science, which has propelled her towards her lifelong goal - leaving an indelible mark of positive change on marginalized communities, ushering in an era of well-being and abundance for individuals and families alike. Keywords: life transitions, self identity, self confidence, depressed, grieving/grief, struggling, breakup, momma drama, baby momma, anxiety, anger, anger management, self-care, sad, sadness, trauma, PTSD
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