Taschauna Richards, RMHCI
Gen Z and Millenial Mental Health Therapist
At-A-Glance
Join me on my mission change the stigma of mental health through quality education and therapy. I take an empathic, and down to earth approach to counseling with Teens and Adults. I really enjoy helping individuals and families navigate symptoms of ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder and Stressful Life Experiences. Together we will collaborate to build your coping skills and address the root causes of things that have impacted you, giving new meaning to your trauma while creating new beginnings.
Gain clarity and confidence in achieving your your wellness goals. Establish a life beyond trauma, with somatic, mindfulness, and integrative approaches to wellness. Available Worldwide.
Experience identity affirming community care with groups for neurospicy BIPOC folks
Populations & Concerns Addressed
Insurance & Self-Pay Rates
- In Network Insurances: UHC, UMR, AvMed, Optum, Florida Blue, BCBS, Aetna, Cigna,
- Self Pay Rate: $150/session
- Sliding Scale Openings: Available upon Request
- Insurance Openings: Available
Availability
- Evenings 4-8 PM
- Select Weekends
Welcome!
Hey there! Are you a Gen Z or Millennial who feels like you don’t quite fit in, especially within marginalized communities? Maybe you’re struggling to find your voice or a place where you truly belong. I get it, and I’m here to help you navigate these challenges.
Being a cycle breaker can complicate feelings of belonging and identity exploration. When you’re the one challenging generational patterns, it can feel isolating, as if you’re straddling two worlds. This can lead to suffering that often shows up as symptoms of depression, anxiety, trauma, or even exacerbate ADHD. It’s a tough journey, but you don’t have to go through it alone.
I work with folks dealing with these exact struggles, helping them transform their experiences into strengths. My approach is all about building self-advocacy and confidence, so you can embrace your true self and navigate the complexities of your identity. Whether you’re figuring out who you are, searching for meaning, or just trying to make sense of it all, I’m here to support you.
While I welcome anyone who feels like they don’t fit in, I’m especially equipped to support those who are neurospicy, gender non-conforming, and BIPOC. If you don’t see yourself reflected in the mainstream, I’m your person. Together, we can work on breaking down barriers, understanding your unique experiences, and empowering you to live authentically.
Ready to find your voice and your place? Let’s do this together. Your story matters, and I’m here to help you every step of the way.
My Approach to Wellness
What are 5 words clients use to describe you?
Clients describe me as Articulate, open-minded, understanding, and compassionate, and empowering.
I Specialize in working with people who...
I specialize in a wide range of issues including If you identify as genZ or millennial in a marginalized community. If you feel like you don’t have a voice, I am here to help you find your voice. Or if you feel like you don’t have a place of belonging.
Depression and Suicidality, anxiety, gender, self, and sexual identity, existential issues, childhood trauma. Finding meaning and purpose in life. Promoting self- advocacy and self confidence, becoming your most authentic self.
I will help you leave your stamp.
How would you describe therapy to someone who has never been to therapy before?
What holistic practices do you incorporate into session?
Psychedelic Integration therapy
Hypnotherapy
Somatic and mindfulness Practices
If someone was on the fence about therapy what would you say to encourage them to get started?
This might seem like tough love answer but… You’ve been struggling for a while and every things you’ve been trying hasn’t been working. Why not give something new a try?
Specialties
Explore my specialties and areas of focus below. This is not an exhaustive list but is designed to help you as you make informed decisions about your care.
About Me
Identities I'd like to share
I Identify as an African-American Woman.
Queer, Weird, creative, and happy to be here and share this space with you.
2nd generation Caribbean-American – Making a claim to be exactly as you are, unapologetically
I often say, cycle breakers are the heart of the family. They’ve been told their too much and not enough, when in reality you’re more normal than you’ve realized. Cycle breaking is about normalizing your self, realizing you’re not the problem but you can be a solutions.
Neurospicy, gender non-conforming, non-binary folks. If you do not identify as what society as is norm, I’m your girl.
My Story
Growing up in an African American household I saw the stigma that surrounded mental health. Individuals who were often struggling with mental health or substance abuse were often labeled “crazy” or judged for their struggles. It was also often mentioned that “what goes on in this house stays in this house.” As I grew older I realized that these individuals had different traumas and challenges that contributed to their mental disorders. I didn’t want the individuals in my generation and those to come after me to ever be faced with this stigma. I always knew I wanted to help people.
However, I never knew my calling would be to be a Therapist. I fell in love with the idea of counseling for the first time in 8th grade when I joined Peer Counseling. It left such an amazing impact on me to be able to give those a listening ear as well as help those in the communities who may be going through different challenges. As I continued my education, my passion for helping others never changed. Throughout my career, I have been honored to meet some amazing people and help them through their struggles. While working primarily in Black and Brown communities I have noticed a need for quality therapy. My mission is to continue to change the stigma of mental health through education and therapy.
Education & Professional Background
Ari’ton B Scales is a Registered Mental Health Therapist Intern and Registered Behavior Technician with a Master of Science from Nova Southeastern University and a Bachelor of Psychology degree from Florida Atlantic University. Ari’Ton has worked in the mental health field since 2018 in center-based facilities and home therapy supporting children who are on the spectrum and their families. Ari’Ton has worked for 2 years with high-risk youth and adults in the community providing in-home and telehealth services to educate, listen and support those in need.
She takes a caring, Christian, non-judgmental approach to facilitating therapy with an interest in helping people reach their mental and healing goals. Ari’Ton has always had a passion for helping those around her. She wishes to open up her own private practice that specializes in helping families and individuals who have been affected by a mental health disorder. She is also determine to change the stigma in the black and brown communities surrounding mental health. Ari is a Registered Clinical Mental Health Intern
Just for Fun!
If I didn’t become a therapist I would be doing this instead…
I writer and poet, traveling the world.
What are your top 3 go to self-care techniques?
Art in all its forms, At Home Spa Days, Performing concerts in my bedroom!
3 Fun Facts About Me
I’m interested in people and understanding what makes them unique. Art, creativity and self- expression are high values of mine. I’m originally from Brooklyn, NY and feel most at home during the Autumn and Winters up north.
