Description
Mérité Counseling and Consulting is more than a mental health private practice; it's a place where cultural competence is at the heart of healing. We invite you to embark on a journey of self-discovery, growth, and healing that honors your culture, ethnicity, family and religious beliefs. Together, we can break down barriers, foster understanding, and create connections that lead to lasting mental wellness. Your unique cultural background is valued and respected here, and we are dedicated to helping you thrive. Therapy can be a much needed place of calm, reflection, and processing, and our team would be honored to support and guide you on your wellness journey.
If you're ready to take the next step, our team is here to guide and support you through whatever life circumstances have come your way.
We offer a free 15-minute video consultation. To schedule please go to our website and select the “Request Appointment" button to schedule your consultation with the therapist you feel suits your needs.
Please take a minute to read about our therapists below:
Mercedes Anderson, LCSW:
Mercedes is passionate about providing a safe and non-judgmental space for her clients, while encouraging them to reach their full potential. Mercedes' enjoys helping people going through life transitions (new job, new partner, new child, loss of job, loss of partner, changing careers, going to school, etc.) Mercedes also provide couples therapy for those who want to strengthen their relationship and/or are seeking a fresh perspective to increase effective communication.
Mercedes uses a variety of therapeutic modalities to help clients reach their fullest potential; Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). She also provides Christian Based Counseling for clients who choose to incorporate faith into their therapy journey.
Asking for help is the best decision you can make when dealing with life. Mercedes is here to help you put your pieces together during uncertain times.
Onyi Oriji-Dor, LCSW-S, CCTP:
Onyi is a licensed Therapist and Clinical Supervisor with 8 years of clinical expertise. Onyi founded Mérité Counseling and Consulting Services because she truly believes that everyone deserves quality culturally competent mental health care. As a first-generation Nigerian American, Onyi appreciates the complexities of navigating multiple cultural identities.
Onyi believes an individual's culture and family of origin have a huge impact on their way of showing up in the world and showing up in relationships. Onyi's therapeutic approach is firmly rooted in attachment theory. She understands the profound impact of early relationships on emotional well-being and utilizes attachment-based perspectives and modalities to help her clients heal past wounds, enhance their relationships, and cultivate secure emotional bonds.Whether you are navigating life transitions, relationship challenges, or seeking personal growth, she empowers individuals and couples to explore their inner resilience and navigate their unique paths to wellness.
