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Listed in the Psychology for Black Girls directory of vetted Black mental health clinicians.

Ariana Purnell

As a licensed therapist and doctoral student, I am deeply passionate about helping individuals reconnect with their voice and step into the fullness of who they are. My work is rooted in speaking life into every person I encounter; creating a space where healing, clarity, and confidence can grow. I am especially passionate about the power of self-care, intentional living, and the importance of pouring back into oneself. I support clients in healing from trauma, rebuilding their sense of identity, and learning how to show up for their lives in a way that feels grounded, whole, and aligned. I believe in meeting people exactly where they are, without judgment and without pressure to be anything other than real. To me, therapy is not just a process, it’s a sacred collaboration, a space where truth is uncovered, stories are rewritten, and healing becomes both intentional and transformative.

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