The Clarity Couch
Welcome
The Clarity Couch is a private counseling practice based in Cleveland, Ohio. We specialize in providing care for Black folx, Folx of Color and other underserved populations. Our clinicians are licensed professionals and provide culturally responsive and inclusive care.
Who We Are
ANGELA BANKS, LPCC-S
I’m Angela Banks, the CEO & Clinical Director of “The Clarity Couch.” I am a licensed mental health therapist (LPCC) with a M.Ed in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a BA in Psychology. I provide a supportive and safe space for folx to work towards emotional wellness and relationship goals, while learning new ways to cope with symptoms related to anxiety, depression & past trauma. I specialize in working with high achieving and high-profile women, who appear “perfect” and are often considered “the strong friend.” I also specialize in working with clinicians (physicians, nurses, therapists etc.) that have experienced past trauma and relationship issues. I can assist you on your healing journey to develop coping skills, communicate effectively, increase confidence, improve relationships and practice true self care.
TIYA HURST, LPCC-S
I am Tiya Hurst, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) with a MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a BS in Psychology. I am also a certified Clinical Trauma Professional. I have worked with diverse populations in multiple practice settings. I provide a safe, empowering and supportive environment to assist clients in navigating life's challenges and working towards healing from trauma. If you are struggling with feelings of despair and overwhelming feelings of stress, I can assist in helping clients learn new strategies to manage stressors and symptoms. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, PTSD and other trauma-related disorders. I will assist you on your path to developing self-awareness, self-compassion and confidence, while also improving your relationships with others. I also enjoy working with children, ages 7 and up. I specialize in working with teens and can assist them in learning how to manage their emotions, improve communication and build better relationships with the adults in their lives.
Carmen Williams, CT
Carmen is an intern in the Clinical Mental Health program at John Carroll University where she is completing her Masters of Arts in Professional Clinical Mental Health Counseling with Trauma and Substance Use Disorders as areas of concentration. Carmen has 12 years of experience in community based social services providing Wraparound Services and crisis intervention to support the individuals that she works with in achieving their goals in a broad assortment of areas such as, family/ relationship issues, substance use disorders, medical/ mental health disorders, and financial issues.
Kiera Douglas, Administrative Services Coordinator
Kiera is our Administrative Services Coordinator. She is a graduate of Cuyahoga Community College and is currently in the Psychology program at Cleveland State University. She aspires to become a mental health professional. While growing up in the inner city, she became more interested in the field, as she saw the need for more clinicians of diverse backgrounds. Kiera is available to assist with administrative concerns, such as beginning services, scheduling, insurance and more.