Healing that honors who you are.
Free Your Mind Services LLC provides culturally affirming virtual therapy for people of color across NY, NJ & CT. Your culture is not a barrier — it's the foundation of your care.
Insurance accepted
"For the first time, I felt truly seen."
— Client, New York City
What We Offer
Virtual services built for your life.
All sessions are conducted online — no commute, no waiting rooms. Just you, your therapist, and a safe space to grow.
"That lived experience is the heartbeat of this practice."
— Brandon Alfred, Founder
Our Mission
Bridging the gap between our communities and quality care.
I know what it looks like when a community lacks access to real mental health support. Growing up in an underserved area, I witnessed firsthand how systemic barriers and misinformation fill the gap when proper resources aren't available — leaving people to carry heavy burdens and hidden stress in isolation. That lived experience is the heartbeat of this practice.
Our mission is to bridge the gap between our communities and quality, empathetic care. True healing isn't one-size-fits-all, which is why we combine diverse, modern therapeutic approaches — like trauma-informed care and practical, everyday coping strategies — tailored to the unique strengths and real-world stressors of our clients.
But providing therapy inside a session is only half the battle. We are deeply dedicated to community education and open advocacy. By using modern digital platforms, interactive workshops, and honest dialogue, we break down complex mental health concepts into accessible, everyday tools. We are here to heal, to educate, and to empower you to reclaim your peace of mind.
Your Care Team
Meet Your Therapist
Culturally affirming care starts with a therapist who truly sees you. Get to know the person behind your healing journey.
Brandon Alfred, LMHC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, NY, NJ & CT
Growing up in an underserved community, Brandon saw firsthand how easily a lack of support leaves people carrying heavy burdens in isolation. That lived experience shaped his purpose -- not just to enter the mental health field, but to reshape how communities of color experience healing.
Specialties
Approach
Strengths-Based · Trauma-Informed · Culturally Responsive · CBT · Solution-Focused
Cherise Mizelle, MHC-LP
Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Provisional — NY
Cherise brings a warm, affirming presence to her work with clients navigating anxiety, depression, identity, and life transitions. Rooted in a deep commitment to BIPOC communities, she creates a space where clients feel genuinely seen, heard, and supported on their healing journey.
Specialties
Approach
Person-Centered · Trauma-Informed · Culturally Responsive · CBT · Strengths-Based
Are you a licensed therapist passionate about BIPOC mental health? Join our team
How It Works
Getting started is simple.
Step 01
Book a Free Consultation
Click the booking link to schedule on Headway — no commitment required. We'll learn a little about what brings you here.
Why Virtual?
Virtual therapy removes the barriers.
For communities of color, access to care has always been the challenge. Virtual therapy changes that.
Access from anywhere in New York
No commute, no parking, no waiting rooms.
BIPOC-specialized therapists
Not limited to who's in your zip code.
Flexible evening & weekend hours
Fit therapy around your life.
HIPAA-secure private sessions
Same privacy as in-person.
NY-licensed therapist
All our therapists are NY-licensed.
Free 15-minute consultation
No commitment before you decide.
No transportation barriers
Especially important for those with limited transit.
Client Stories
Real people. Real healing.
"For the first time I felt like my therapist truly understood where I was coming from — my culture, my family dynamics, all of it."
— A.M., New York
"Virtual sessions made it so easy to stay consistent. I didn't have to worry about commuting or taking time off work."
— D.R., Brooklyn
"Free Your Mind gave me the tools to actually heal, not just cope. I'm so grateful I took that first step."
— T.J., The Bronx
Ready to take the first step?
Schedule a free 15-minute consultation on Headway. No commitment, no pressure — just a conversation to see if we're the right fit for you.
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