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Culturally Competent Care, Without Explaining Yourself.

The Black Provider Network: psychiatrists, therapists, social workers, and nurse practitioners built by and for Black clinicians.

Providers

Why this directory exists

Care starts with being understood.

Many Black clients spend the first sessions of care explaining the context their lives come from. This directory is built to shorten that. Read how each clinician works, see what they focus on, and decide who feels right before you reach out.

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Profiles appear here only after their license, NPI, and insurance details are checked.

How The Black Provider Network Works

Private, verified, and built around how you actually want to be cared for.

For Clients

  1. SearchFilter by location, provider type, and insurance.
  2. CompareRead each provider's own statement, fees, and availability.
  3. ContactCall, email, or send a message from the profile. Providers choose which contact details to show.

For Providers

  1. ApplyComplete the intake form. Every listing starts with a 30-day free trial.
  2. VerifyWe check your license, NPI, and insurance panels before anything goes live.
  3. PublishYour verified profile appears in the directory, and you keep it current.

What you can count on

A few things that make finding the right clinician simpler.

Verified before listed

License, NPI, and insurance details are checked before any profile goes live.

Search the way you think

Filter by location, provider type, insurance, format, specialty, and age group.

In person or telehealth

See at a glance which clinicians meet in an office and which offer video sessions.

Read before you reach out

Each profile says how the clinician works and what they focus on, in their own words.

Four kinds of clinicians

Psychiatrists, therapists, social workers, and nurse practitioners, all in one directory.

Reach out on your terms

Send an inquiry to the clinician you choose, or use the contact details they have chosen to share.

Mental Health Resources & Community Support

Trusted guidance from public health organizations, summarized in our own words.

In crisis? Call or text 988 The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is free and open 24/7. In a life-threatening emergency, call 911. 988lifeline.org
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Self-care

Caring for Your Mental Health

Caring for your mental health goes beyond managing symptoms. Explore practical ways to support emotional well-being, recognize when additional help may be needed, and take meaningful steps toward feeling better.

Read the NIMH guide (opens NIMH in a new tab)
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Cultural awareness

Mental Health in Black Communities

Culture, family, community, and lived experiences can shape how we understand mental health. Learn about barriers to accessing care, the impact of discrimination, and sources of strength within Black communities.

Explore NAMI’s resource (opens NAMI in a new tab)
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Coping skills

Coping When Life Feels Overwhelming

Feeling overwhelmed can make everyday responsibilities harder. Discover accessible strategies for managing difficult emotions, maintaining routines, connecting with supportive people, and knowing when to seek help.

Explore coping strategies (opens SAMHSA in a new tab)
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Relationships and belonging

Why Connection Matters for Mental Health

Meaningful relationships support emotional and physical health. Explore how belonging, supportive friendships, family relationships, and community connections can improve well-being.

Read the CDC article (opens CDC in a new tab)
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Community education

Sharing Hope: Conversations About Black Mental Wellness

Healing conversations can begin with families, young people, and community leaders. NAMI’s Sharing Hope program offers videos and discussion materials developed to support mental wellness conversations in Black communities.

Discover Sharing Hope (opens NAMI in a new tab)
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Stress management

Managing Stress in Everyday Life

Stress can affect sleep, mood, concentration, and physical health. Learn practical approaches to managing stress, including movement, rest, healthy routines, and social support.

Read stress management tips (opens CDC in a new tab)
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Children and families

Helping Children and Teens Build Healthy Connections

Supportive relationships help children and adolescents develop a sense of belonging. Discover ways caregivers can encourage healthy friendships, recognize social withdrawal, and support emotional well-being.

Read the CDC guidance (opens CDC in a new tab)
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Finding care

Finding Mental Health Support: Where to Begin

Looking for mental health support can feel confusing. Explore resources that explain treatment options, help you locate services, and offer guidance on taking the first step toward care.

Find mental health support (opens SAMHSA in a new tab)

Summaries are written by The Black Provider Network. Each link opens the original source on its own website. We are not affiliated with or endorsed by these organizations.

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Quick answers

Before you search

Is this a crisis service?

No. If you are in crisis, call or text 988 (US) or dial 911 right away.

Are the clinicians verified?

Each listing is checked against the state licensing board and the NPI registry before it goes live, and insurance panels are confirmed with the clinician. Listings still being checked are labelled as pending.

Does searching create a relationship with a clinician?

No. Using the directory doesn't create a clinical relationship with any clinician or with us.

How do I reach a clinician?

Some profiles show a phone number or email address that the clinician has chosen to publish. Otherwise, send a message through their profile.

Build a verified profile in your own words.

Add your introduction, your focus areas, your fees, and clear ways to reach you. Billing begins 30 days after you join.

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