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ABOUT
PSYC /sahyk/ Verb—To prepare psychologically to be in the right frame of mind or to give one’s best.
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YOUR /yohr/ Noun—Indicative of belonging to oneself.
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MIND /mahynd/ Noun—The element, part, substance, or process that reasons, thinks, feels, wills, perceives, judges. Totality of conscious and unconscious mental processes.
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! —Used at the end of a phrase to express extreme emotion; high volume
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At PsycYourMind, we understand that mental health care isn’t one-size-fits-all—especially when it comes to the unique challenges faced. We recognize that your mental wellness journey is shaped by not only personal experiences but also by cultural, social, and historical factors.
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Why PsycYourMind?
Located steps away from Washington D.C., in downtown Silver Spring, our therapists reflect the diverse backgrounds and experiences of the communities we serve, ensuring you’ll find someone who resonates with you. We bring empathy, professionalism, and cultural understanding to every in-person or virtual session, creating a supportive environment where Black millennial voices are heard and healing can happen.
Culturally Responsive Therapy for Millennials & GenX
Navigating life as a Black millennial can often mean facing societal pressures, systemic barriers, and personal stressors that affect mental well-being. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, workplace stress, or relationship challenges, we offer a safe and affirming space where you can unpack these concerns.
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Understanding Your Journey
We get it—sometimes the world doesn't understand. You may find yourself working twice as hard to be heard or respected, juggling expectations from family, work, and society, or trying to navigate generational trauma. Our approach is holistic, meaning we look at all aspects of your life and identity, helping you explore your strengths, release burdens, and build resilience.
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Trauma-Informed and Empowering
At PsycYourMind, we specialize in trauma-informed care, offering therapy that acknowledges and addresses the impact of racial trauma and systemic inequality. We help you navigate issues like racial fatigue, microaggressions, and the emotional toll of being Black in America. Together, we create a space where your experiences validated.
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SERVICES
BLACK
MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
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Decolonized, digestible, and resource-based professional counseling services for Millennials and GenX founded by a Millennial.
group therapy
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No less than three, no more than ten.
An intimate space to gather, process, and release.
off the couch
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PsycYourMind® and You. In the community. Healing. The way we know how to do. Complete contact form for requests.
16
Years of Experience
703
Clients Served
19
Future Therapists Trained
100
% Black Owned
(6 are now clinically licensed!)
WORD ON THE STREET
"As a practitioner who began as a solo therapist and expanded into a holistic wellness practice, I wish this book had been available before I started my practice. Crystal's transparency in addressing the challenges, barriers, and pitfalls that therapists and business owners face is invaluable. Her advocacy for herself, starting from graduate school and extending through her interactions with insurance companies, is truly inspiring."
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Rhaea Goff, LCSW-, LCSW-C, Certified Purpose Clarity Coach and Founder of A Rhaea Hope
"Crystal Joseph, in her second year at her private practice less than two miles from the nation’s capitol, recalls the day after the presidential election. “All my clients were crying. They couldn’t verbalize how they were feeling.” Since then, she’s seen “higher rates of panic attacks” among her clients."
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Depressed While Black: Emboldened Racism Takes a Toll on African-American Mental Health
"It can be difficult to know how often to ask a loved one about their cancer and how they’re doing. Maybe you worry that asking them will make them feel depressed or you won’t know how to respond if they don’t have any encouraging news. Joseph recommends letting the person with cancer lead the discussion, waiting for them to bring it up."
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CONTACT US
Address
MARYLAND
817 SILVER SPRING AVE, SUITE 200
Silver Spring, MD 20910
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VIRGINIA
Virtual Sessions Only
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Hours
Monday – Friday 11AM – 7PM
Saturday 10AM – 2PM
\\ main: 240.398.3936
\\ fax: 240.823.1501
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