Sahntanyna Blackwell

Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships

About

I am Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in New York, and a Licensed Professional Counselor( LPC)in New Jersey, with over 20 years of providing successful clinical services. I have a track record of effectively working with diverse client populations and with a wide range of clinical concerns including Dual Diagnosis, Psychiatric Disorders, Substance Use Disorders, Depression, Anxiety, At-Risk-Teens, Domestic Violence Victims, Parent/Child Relationships Grief & Loss and Multi-Stressed Families. I also provide Marriage and Pre-Marriage Counseling, Faith-Based and Psychoeducational Counseling.

My therapeutic style is warm and collaborative. I work with clients to improve relationship issues, communication skills, rebuilding trust, intimacy-related issues, family conflicts, forgiveness, motivation & self-esteem, and confidence. I am passionate about developing positive and productive relationships with clients to effectively serve their counseling needs and to encourage their total wellness. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My treatment approach is a combination of Cognitive-Behavioral, Psychodynamic, Family Systems Therapy, and Client Centered. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Years Experience: 20

Location: New Jersey, United States

Accepting New Clients: No

Gender: Female

Accepting international clients: No

NPI Number: 1912637000

Credentials: NY LMHC 012257, NJ LPC 37PC00960400

Languages Spoken: English

Licenses: LMHC (New York) #012257 exp 2028-01-31 • LPC (New Jersey) #37PC00960400 exp 2026-11-30

List of Specialties: Relationship, Family, Intimacy-related issues, Self esteem, Coping with life changes, Addictions, Grief, Anger, Bipolar, Depression, ADHD, Black therapist, Therapist of color, Female therapist, Christian, Older

Where Can You Work With This Therapist: BetterHelp

Therapist of color: Yes

Communication options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

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Sahntanyna Blackwell

Seasoned counselor guiding relationship healing

Relationship and family focus
20 years experience
Faith-based counseling available

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About

Sahntanyna Blackwell is a seasoned clinician based in New Jersey, licensed as a mental health counselor in New York (NY LMHC 012257) and as a professional counselor in New Jersey (NJ LPC 37PC00960400). She brings more than 20 years of clinical experience to her practice.

Her work encompasses a wide range of concerns, including dual diagnosis, psychiatric disorders, substance use disorders, depression, anxiety, at-risk teens, domestic violence survivors, parent-child relationships, grief and loss, and multi-stressed families. She also provides marriage and pre-marriage counseling, faith-based counseling, and psychoeducational counseling.

Blackwell’s therapeutic style is warm and collaborative. She assists clients in addressing relationship difficulties, improving communication, rebuilding trust, resolving intimacy-related issues, managing family conflicts, working through forgiveness, and strengthening motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. She is committed to forming positive, productive therapeutic relationships that support clients’ overall wellness.

Her clinical approach blends cognitive-behavioral techniques, psychodynamic understanding, family systems therapy, and client-centered methods. Treatment and session dialogue are tailored to each person’s specific needs and goals. She recognizes the courage involved in seeking change and is dedicated to supporting and empowering clients throughout that journey.

Location: New Jersey, United States

Years Experience: 20

Gender: Female

Languages Spoken: English

Therapist of Color: Yes

Communication Options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus: Coping with life changes, Family, Intimacy-related issues, Relationship, Relationship, Self esteem

Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Addictions, ADHD, Anger, Attachment issues, Bipolar, Blended family issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Compulsion, Control issues, Depression, Disaster relief therapy, Divorce, Domestic violence, Family of origin issues, Fatherhood issues, Fertility issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Grief, Guilt and shame, Hoarding, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Intimacy-related issues, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Multicultural concerns, Obsession, OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Separation, Social anxiety and phobia, Women’s issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues

Therapeutic approach: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy

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Therapist Available Through: BetterHelp

Currently Accepting New Clients: No

Accepting International Clients: No

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Credentials & Verification

Credentials: NY LMHC 012257, NJ LPC 37PC00960400
NPI Number: 1912637000
License: LMHC (New York) #012257 exp 2028-01-31 • LPC (New Jersey) #37PC00960400 exp 2026-11-30

Is Online Therapy the Right Fit for Your Needs?

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How much experience does Sahntanyna Blackwell have?

Sahntanyna Blackwell has 20 years of experience in providing therapy services.

Is Sahntanyna Blackwell a licensed therapist?

Yes, Sahntanyna Blackwell is a licensed therapist with NY LMHC 012257, NJ LPC 37PC00960400.

In which languages does Sahntanyna Blackwell provide therapy?

Sahntanyna Blackwell provides therapy in English.

Where is Sahntanyna Blackwell located?

Sahntanyna Blackwell is located in New Jersey.

How can I work with Sahntanyna Blackwell as my therapist?

You can work with Sahntanyna Blackwell through Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging.

How much does therapy with Sahntanyna Blackwell cost?

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How can I get started with therapy?

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