Culturally reverent, trauma‑informed care
Grounded in African philosophies and tailored to community realities.
We are a Black-led mental health organization rooted in the principles of healing, culture, and community. Our approach integrates Afrocentric frameworks, evidence‑based practices, and community wisdom. Our sessions prioritize safety, dignity, and the realities clients live with every day.
We believe that healing is both individual and collective, and that culturally responsive care is essential for sustainable wellbeing. Our team of skilled clinicians integrates Afrocentric, trauma-informed, and evidence-based approaches to create spaces where individuals, families, and organizations can reclaim balance, belonging, and purpose.
- Strength‑based and collaborative
- Centering culture, identity, and lived experience
- Whole‑person and intergenerational healing
- Honouring ancestral knowledge while addressing contemporary realities
Problems We Address
Our approach recognizes and addresses the unique challenges faced by Black, African, and Caribbean communities
Racial Trauma
Systemic anti-Black racism and its psychological impacts on individuals and families
Intergenerational Trauma
Historical and ancestral trauma passed through generations
Identity Challenges
Navigating cultural identity, belonging, and self-acceptance in diasporic contexts
Systemic Barriers
Institutional obstacles in justice, education, healthcare, and employment systems
Stages of Our Approach
A transformative journey from connection to empowerment
Connection
Building trust and understanding your unique story, cultural context, and healing needs
Transformation
Engaging in culturally responsive therapy that honours your experiences and strengths
Empowerment
Developing tools and strategies for ongoing wellness and community connection
Assessment & Connection
Building trust and understanding your unique story, cultural context, and healing needs
Healing & Transformation
Engaging in culturally responsive therapy that honours your experiences and strengths
Integration & Empowerment
Developing tools and strategies for ongoing wellness and community connection
Ready to work together?
Whether you're seeking personal healing, community connection, or organizational transformation, Sankofa walks with you.