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Why Black People Prefer Black Therapists

The vast Majority of Black clients prefer Black therapists. Period. The most common comment I hear from Black clients is that they don’t want to have to explain certain things. While the most common emotional response is relief. My Black clients inherently know that...

Therapy Isn’t Cheap…

Let's face it. Therapy isn't cheap, nor should it be. You're not just spilling your guts to friend or venting to a coworker. You're asking a trained professional to assist you in dissecting a concern and determine the next best step. Therapy is YOUR opportunity to...

Online Counseling Rejected Me

 Why Wasn't Online Therapy An Option? Recently I came across a Reddit thread where an individual was outraged that they had been rejected (their word, not mine) by a popular online counseling provider. Naturally, many of the comments were of shock and bewilderment. As...

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Nervous About Therapy? How to Ground Yourself and Feel Ready

Starting therapy—whether for the first time or with a new therapist—can bring a mix of excitement, curiosity, and let’s be real—a whole lot of nerves. You might be wondering what to say, how to start, or if you’ll even “do it right” (spoiler alert: there’s no right or...

Does Your Relationship Need a Checkup?

Partners need to be friends for the relationship to excel. Ever question how healthy your relationship is? Have you let life come between you? Not surprising. It's so easy to do. Work and kids are generally the biggest distractions. I know what your'e thinking.."We...

Dealing with Difficult Family Members During The Holidays

It's the most wonderful time of the year…unless you have challenging relatives. In which case you can practically cue the mayhem. Since December is National Stress Free Holidays Month, we thought we’d share a few tips to help you manage difficult family dynamics...
Atlanta Therapy Services Designed for Real Life
Atlanta Therapy Services Designed for Real Life

At Simplicity Psychotherapy, we help high-functioning adults—especially Black professionals—navigate the emotional weight of success, relationships, and identity. Whether you're coming in solo, with your partner, or joining a group, you’ll find care that’s thoughtful,...

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Breaking Free from the Past: How EMDR Can Help
Breaking Free from the Past: How EMDR Can Help

You ever catch yourself reacting to something and wondering, "Damn, why did that hit me so hard?" Often, the past has a way of gripping us tighter than we realize, shaping how we move through the world even when we think we've moved on. For many Black people, trauma...

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Nervous About Therapy? How to Ground Yourself and Feel Ready
Nervous About Therapy? How to Ground Yourself and Feel Ready

Starting therapy—whether for the first time or with a new therapist—can bring a mix of excitement, curiosity, and let’s be real—a whole lot of nerves. You might be wondering what to say, how to start, or if you’ll even “do it right” (spoiler alert: there’s no right or...

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Four Elements Grounding Exercise
Four Elements Grounding Exercise

Need help connecting with the present moment and feeling more grounded? The Four Elements Grounding Exercise is a powerful tool for cultivating inner peace, resilience, and a deeper connection with the natural world. In today's fast-paced and often chaotic world, many...

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Follow Us to Simplicity: Culturally Informed Therapy in Atlanta
Follow Us to Simplicity: Culturally Informed Therapy in Atlanta

Welcome to Simplicity Psychotherapy! Whether you’re new to our community or reconnecting with us, we’re thrilled to share how we’re growing, evolving, and staying true to our mission to provide culturally informed therapy to the Black and Brown faces of Atlanta. At...

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3 Reasons a Values Based Vision is Transformational
3 Reasons a Values Based Vision is Transformational

High-achieving individuals often feel the weight of expectations—whether it’s meeting professional demands, maintaining appearances in personal relationships, or navigating cultural and societal pressures. You’re driven, capable, and successful on the surface, yet...

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Navigating the Stressors of the BIPOC Community
Navigating the Stressors of the BIPOC Community

In a world that often fails to acknowledge or understand the unique challenges faced by the BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) community, it becomes crucial to shed light on the multitude of stressors we encounter. Let's talk about something we know all...

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EMDR: Understanding and Managing Post- Session Headaches
EMDR: Understanding and Managing Post- Session Headaches

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy has gained significant recognition for its effectiveness in treating various mental health issues, particularly trauma-related disorders. However, like any therapeutic intervention, EMDR sessions may...

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Why Brothers in Atlanta are Embracing Therapy
Why Brothers in Atlanta are Embracing Therapy

Let's talk about Black men and therapy. We live in a world that constantly throws challenges our way, and as strong as we are, sometimes we need extra support. Enter therapy - that game-changer we've been sleeping on for way too long. Today, we're diving deep into why...

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