About the Founder

Therapist, Author, Advocate

—writing, teaching, and living the path to sustainable wellness.

 

Hi, I’m Carlita, the heart behind My Melanin Wellness.

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I know what it feels like to keep going when your soul is begging for rest. I’ve lived it. I’ve seen it in the women I work with every day. And I built this space so none of us have to keep doing it alone.

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My Melanin Wellness is more than a practice—it’s a personal mission. For over 15 years, I’ve sat with women who carry the weight of the world on their shoulders: juggling work, family, grief, expectations, and everything in between. I’ve seen how easily we silence our needs, push through the pain, and call it strength—until our bodies and minds can’t keep up. I know that struggle intimately, because I’ve been there too. And what I’ve learned, both personally and professionally, is that wellness isn’t optional. It’s the foundation for everything else.

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This practice was born from that truth, to create a space where women—especially women of color—can breathe, feel seen, and start putting themselves back on the list without guilt. A space where boundaries aren’t a burden, rest isn’t negotiable, and asking for help isn’t a sign of weakness—it’s a radical act of strength. As a Black woman, I deeply understand the cultural weight so many of us carry. But this is a space is for anyone who resonates with our values of intentional care, healing, and empowerment.

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Today, I not only work with clients one-on-one but also lead and mentor a team of incredible clinicians who share my commitment to this work. Together, we’re helping people step out of survival mode and into lives that feel whole, grounded, and aligned.

If you’re ready to exhale, this is your space. And we’re ready when you are.

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