Kaleena Rogers

Hello, I'm a Black American Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 11 years of experience in community-based social work and social work education. I earned my Master’s degree in Social Work from Rutgers University with a concentration in Mental Health, and I am currently pursuing my doctorate in social work.

Throughout my career, I’ve worked with youth and adults from diverse backgrounds, including individuals who are displaced and those living with chronic and severe mental illness. As a clinician, I specialize in supporting clients through developmental transitions, life changes, and relationship challenges. I also work with individuals navigating the complexities of living with a mental health diagnosis.

My approach is grounded in empathy, cultural humility, and collaboration. I aim to create a safe, affirming space where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered in their healing and growth.

My approach to therapy is grounded in building a strong, trusting relationship where you feel seen, heard, and supported. I believe healing happens in an open and honest space, where you're treated with respect, compassion, and care.

I use a mix of therapy styles—like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and motivational interviewing—based on what fits your needs and goals. These tools can help us explore patterns in your thoughts and behaviors, cope with stress, and work toward the changes you want.

As a Black therapist, I bring a culturally aware and socially conscious perspective to therapy. I understand how race, identity, and lived experience can shape your mental health, and I aim to create a space where your full self is welcome and supported.

I also encourage care and healing in every part of life—emotionally, physically, spiritually, and in relationships—because wellness is more than just an efficient response to stress. It's about building a life that feels meaningful and manageable.

In our sessions, you can expect a calm, respectful, and supportive environment where you don’t have to pretend to be okay. I meet you where you are, and together we’ll work to better understand what you’re going through, identify what’s getting in the way, and figure out what healing or growth looks like for you.

My goal is for you to walk away from sessions feeling more grounded, more self-aware, and more equipped with tools to handle life’s challenges. Over time, many clients begin to notice shifts in how they see themselves, relate to others, and move through the world. We’ll move at a pace that feels right for you, whether you're navigating a big life change, managing a mental health diagnosis, or simply trying to feel more like yourself again.

Ultimately, this space is yours—and I’m here to walk alongside you in the process.