Positionality: I identify as a Black, queer, neurodivergent, fat cisgender woman. I was born in New York City and spent the first part of my childhood in Philadelphia and the DMV before moving to the Metro Atlanta area at age 11. I consider Metro Atlanta my hometown, and the South is where I feel closest to my roots.
My Background and Approach:
I believe in the power of working with a therapist who truly understands your experiences. As a Black, queer, and neurodivergent woman, I've walked my own path of healing and use my personal and professional experience to help others do the same. Are your emotions sometimes feeling too intense to handle? Maybe past experiences are still affecting your daily life, or you're struggling with an eating disorder or self-harm to cope with strong feelings. Your struggles are valid, and healing is possible. I understand the unique challenges faced by BIPOC, LGBTQIA2S+ individuals, and neurodivergent people, and I am here to support you.
I provide individual therapy to adults and adolescents (age 13+) and parent-child family therapy sessions. You'll find a safe, judgment-free space to be yourself in our work together. With me, healing blends evidence-based techniques with personal and professional insight. To truly address and heal from trauma, it’s important to understand how your emotions, experience, and body interact. This is why I incorporate psychoeducation about how all of these things work. In individual therapy, we'll work at your pace to develop practical coping strategies while addressing the deeper roots of your challenges through both cognitive and somatic techniques.
I offer family therapy to help parents and teens navigate conflict and communication challenges. Whether your teen is struggling with behavior issues, healing from an eating disorder, or exploring their identity, my approach helps families process trauma and build healthier connections. You don’t have to face this alone—let’s work toward healing together.
Text or call: 404-480-8315
Email: kamaria@safeandwhole.com
Forms
Trauma/PTSD
Eating Disorders
Borderline Personality Disorder
Mental Health in the Black Community
LGBTQIA2S+ unique stressors and lived experiences
ADHD/Autism stressors and lived experiences
Religion/Spirituality Concerns
Ethical Non-monogamy/Polyamory
Adolescent and Young Adult Mental Health
Parent-Teen Relationships/Conflict
Activist stressors
Anxiety
Depression
Relationships (family, friendships, romantic, etc.)