About Me: Darryon C Spencer, LMHC - Online Black Therapist in Florida
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Therapy is a very one-sided relationship. It’s all about the client. And there’s nothing wrong with that! You show up for so many people in your personal and professional life. Now it’s time for someone to show up for you. Someone who will focus on helping you…
learn more about yourself
and why you think, feel, and do the things you do
cope with any and all issues you may be dealing with.
issues relating to…
Growing up in a dysfunctional family
With that being said, it’s okay to be curious about the person who’s helping you. It’s okay to ask your therapist personal or professional questions. If they ever feel uncomfortable, they’ll have the ability to set healthy boundaries and display appropriately assertive communication skills. This will lead them to say something like…
“Hey, I don’t feel comfortable talking about that; it feels a bit too personal for me to share. Although I am open to certain personal questions, I would like for this conversation to be focused on you. This is your time and I don’t want to take away from that”.
If you get this type of response from a therapist, there’s no need to feel bad about being curious. Many adults who are considering going to therapy are curious. Once again, there’s nothing wrong with being curious or expressing your curiosity. As a black therapist in Florida who also goes to therapy, I get it. You just want to know something about this somewhat mysterious individual you call your therapist.
At the end of the day, the client and therapist interaction is a relationship. It is a professional relationship, but a relationship nonetheless. And most people want to know something about the person they’re entering into a relationship with. So I have no problem being transparent.
In case you’re wondering, here’s a little personal information about me…
I was born on the island of Jamaica
I was raised in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
a city in Broward County
Broward County is a county in South Florida nestled in-between West Palm Beach and Miami
I attended the University of Central Florida (UCF) in Orlando, FL where I received my Bachelor of Science in Psychology degree
I also attended Florida International University (FIU) in Miami, FL where I received my Master of Science in Psychology degree
As of 2023, I am 28 years old
I identify as…
Jamaican
African American
Black
I struggled to cope with anxiety for a long time
This was due to some unresolved trauma I experienced in my childhood.
I didn’t even realize what I went through was traumatic until I started going to therapy myself.
I started going to therapy in college to overcome my anxieties
I later went back to therapy to address my…
Perfectionism
People Pleasing tendencies
suppressed emotions
underlying Trauma(s)
specific issues relating to being a…
man
black adult
child of immigrant parents
I still go to therapy to this day
that’s right, I’m a therapist who also goes to therapy
Self Care Practices I engage in include…
Spending time out in nature
Laughing
by intentionally browsing YouTube for funny videos to watch
Catching up with friends, family, and loved ones
Singing and Dancing
although I’m not particularly good at either
Getting at least 7 hours of sleep each night
or at least trying to
Coping Skills I engage in include…
Journaling
Breathing Exercises
Meditation
Vooing
Tapping
Progressive Muscle Relaxation
Just in case you’re wondering, I’m not literally hugging actual butterflies. This is just the name of the exercise.
Things I Love…
Now that you know more about me and I’m no longer this completely mysterious stranger, I welcome you to get in contact with me for a free, 15-minute phone consultation. That way I can learn more about how I can support you along your journey toward improving your mental health.
Interested in Meeting with a Black Therapist in Florida and Starting Online Therapy?
If you…
live in Florida
whether that be Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Broward County, or somewhere else
are interested in receiving support for…
I invite you to get in contact with me to schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation in efforts to start online therapy with a black therapist such as myself.
By doing so, you'll be taking the first step towards healing, overcoming, and achieving your mental health goals.
You will also be benefiting from the unique insight and perspective that a black therapist in Florida can bring to the table.
So take a moment to visualize the life you want to live and the level of mental wellbeing you wish to possess. You deserve that life you’re envisioning! Now lets work together to take those initial steps to start your journey towards healing.
Get started with Online Therapy in Florida by following these 3 simple steps:
Meet with black male therapist, Darryon C Spencer
Attend weekly therapy sessions to begin working towards your mental health goals.
Services offered by Darryon C. Spencer, LMHC
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