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Reconnecting the Bonds:
Addressing Disengagement in Black Family Systems
The symposium will provide a space for reflection, growth, and collaboration as we collectively explore how to reconnect the bonds within Black family systems, guided by the principles of Family Systems Theory and the unifying spirit of Family Reunion. This is more than a conference; it is a call to action to honor, heal, and strengthen the Black family.
Black Play Therapy™ is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization providing education, professional mental health counseling, and wellness services to the Black community. Our foundation is built on a deep commitment to addressing mental health disparities that disproportionately impact Black individuals and families. These disparities include limited access to culturally responsive mental health care, systemic inequality, and a lack of Black mental health professionals specializing in play therapy and expressive therapies.
We provide comprehensive mental and behavioral health counseling services, specializing in play therapy and other expressive therapeutic intervention approaches. Our licensed mental health professionals offer individual, family, couple, and group counseling, with services tailored to meet the unique needs of children, adolescents, and adults in the Black community. We create a culturally affirming space for healing and growth through direct counseling services and mental health education.
Black Play Therapy™ was founded to promote play therapy as a culturally affirming psychotherapeutic treatment modality while increasing the representation of Black play therapists in the mental health field. We recognize the unique challenges and systemic barriers that impact mental wellness in the Black community, and we are dedicated to creating positive change through culturally responsive and inclusive mental health services.
Black Play Therapy™ is dedicated to addressing mental health disparities within the Black community by providing culturally responsive behavioral and mental health counseling services, including play therapy and expressive therapies, along with comprehensive education and training. We aim to foster the emotional well-being, resilience, and healing of Black individuals and families through community-based education and professional mental health services.
Black Play Therapy™ addresses mental health disparities within the Black community through four core commitments:
Our mission is to promote healing, resilience, and emotional well-being by offering culturally responsive and accessible behavioral and mental health services that respect Black individuals’ and families’ unique experiences and strengths.
Our vision at the Black Play Therapy™ is to foster a community where Black individuals and families have equitable access to culturally responsive mental health care. We envision increased acceptance of mental health support, reduced stigma around seeking care, and greater representation of Black mental health professionals in our community. Through our collaborative efforts, we aim to enhance Black individuals’ and families’ emotional well-being and resilience, ensuring that mental health care is an accessible and valued aspect of overall wellness.
Black Play Therapy™ aims to ensure that individuals and families within the Black community, regardless of age, socio-economic status, or background, have equitable access to high-quality mental health services. We seek to bridge the existing mental health care gaps and minimize barriers preventing individuals from seeking and receiving the help they need.
Black Play Therapy™ is committed to advancing the field of play therapy, recognizing its effectiveness in supporting behavioral, emotional, and psychological healing, particularly across the lifespan. Through research, training, and professional development programs, we strive to empower mental health professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide culturally sensitive and effective play therapy and other expressive counseling techniques within the Black community.
Black Play Therapy™ emphasizes the importance of culturally responsive behavioral and mental health counseling. Our foundation actively promotes diversity, inclusion, and cultural sensitivity within the mental health profession, ensuring that counseling services are relevant and responsive to the unique needs of the Black community.
Black Play Therapy™ aims to raise awareness about mental health issues within the Black community and help dismantle the stigma associated with seeking behavioral and mental health counseling support. We provide educational resources and community outreach programs that promote mental health literacy, self-care, and the importance of early intervention.
Black Play Therapy™ is dedicated to empowering individuals and families within the Black community to become advocates for their own mental health. We seek to strengthen community bonds and resilience through community-driven initiatives, support groups, and partnerships with local organizations.
Black Play Therapy™ is developing research initiatives to understand better and address the mental health needs, barriers to care, and treatment outcomes within the Black community. Our planned research will inform evidence-based advocacy efforts to transform mental health policies and practices that perpetuate systemic inequities. We are building partnerships with community organizations, mental health providers, and policymakers to promote culturally responsive care and expand access to quality mental health services for Black individuals and families.
By pursuing these goals and objectives, Black Play Therapy™ envisions a community where Black individuals and families have consistent access to culturally responsive mental health care, where seeking mental health support is destigmatized, and where mental health professionals reflect the diversity of the Black communities they serve. Through our work, we strive to create spaces where individuals can heal from trauma, build resilience, and experience emotional well-being. We are committed to contributing to positive change in mental health care access, quality, and outcomes for the Black community.
