Who is Black Therapists Matter?
- Pametria Brown
- Feb 16
- 3 min read
We are still celebrating Black History Month and hopefully you grabbed some of our new Black History Month collection before it ends and you have used some of our free BHM templates! We have enjoyed seeing all of the beautiful faces of clinicians across the globe tagging us in their BHM content, keep it up!
In keeping that BLACK AF momentum, we are excited to introduce the BTM Executive Team full of Black therapists from across the US. This group of mental health clinicians and visionary leaders, have committed to expanding our mission, elevating Black mental health professionals, and creating a community-centered ecosystem for both therapists and the communities they serve.
Each director brings unique expertise and energy, helping BTM scale, innovate, and provide meaningful support to our members. Together, they are turning our vision into action.
Director of Marketing & Visibility: Damani Anderson, LMFT- Associate aka "My Big Black Therapist" is responsible for elevating our visuals to increase our brand awareness, media presence, and content initiatives. He will be ensuring that BTM is seen, heard, and recognized for it's impact on a larger scale. Visit his Black Therapist Matter Profile here
Directors of Community & Member Engagement: Tandra Carter, LCSW and Denise Moore, LMHC have stepped into this role. They will be focused on member retention and engagement, they make sure our members feel supported, connected, and empowered to fully maximize the opportunities BTM offers. They will also be engaging our social media community to respond to any questions or concerns about the platform. Connect with Tandra or Denise to learn more about them.
Director of Education & Clinical Supervision: Dr. NaRicia Futrell is curating professional development and continuing education opportunities for members and nonmembers. This director equips Black mental health professionals with the resources and training they need to thrive. This is who you reach out to for hosting a training, looking for interns, or supervision within the BTM network. To connect with her visit her BTM profile here.
Directors of Sponsorship & Collaboration: Dr. Umieca Hankton and Jamil Matthews, LCSW are focused on building strategic partnerships and collaborative opportunities for Black Therapists Matter. They amplify the voices of Black clinicians and expand BTM’s reach and influence. These are the people to speak to for any types of collaborations. Connect with Umieca and Jamil to learn more about them.
Our Founder and Executive Director
Pametria Brown, LCSW
Black Therapists Matter
Founder and Executive Director
To learn more about our founder visit here
Looking Ahead
Our Executive Team embodies the bold energy, vision, and dedication needed to expand BTM into more than just another directory. This hand selected team recognizes that we are building something different, from our branding to our mental health themed apparel, to the intentional efforts to build therapists up beyond the couch we have a unique recipe! And with this amazing team with various clinical and professional skills, elevation is here! It's low key a flex that everyone on our executive team has been a BTM tribe member since we launched in 2024. They are a reflection of our vision to grow and build from within!!!
With this team in place, Black Therapists Matter is poised for an exciting year of growth, visibility, and impact. From expanding educational offerings to building partnerships and supporting our members in meaningful ways, our Executive Team is leading the charge in making Black Therapists Matter a global leader in culturally responsive mental health. Stay Tuned!
Join the Movement!
Ready to be part of this growing community? Explore our membership, get involved, and help us continue to elevate Black mental health. Together, we are building an ecosystem where therapists and clients alike can thrive. Use code "History" at checkout and lock in an annual plan for 50% off until February 28th, 2026.
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