Mercedes Clarke-Wright

Welcome to your healing journey,

My name is Mercedes, I am a Caribbean American Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Tampa, Florida. I believe our struggles make sense when we understand the experiences and patterns behind them, and therapy can be a powerful space to begin healing. I strive to create a space that feels safe, supportive, and free of judgment — where you don’t have to carry everything alone. Healing is possible, and you deserve support along the way. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe, supported, and genuinely seen. Therapy with me is collaborative, client-centered, and culturally responsive—not rigid or “textbook”—because your experiences and identity matter.

I earned my Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from National Louis University in 2020 and my Bachelor’s degree from the University of South Florida in 2016. For the past five years, I’ve worked as a trauma therapist in both inpatient and outpatient settings, supporting clients through crisis moments as well as the emotional healing that comes afterward.

I work with individuals, couples, and families navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, life adjustments, family challenges, and identity-related concerns. You don’t have to have everything figured out to begin.

Together, we’ll move at a pace that feels right for you, focusing on building self-awareness, strengthening boundaries, and developing practical tools that support lasting change. You deserve care that honors your story, your culture, and your growth—and I’d be honored to support you on that journey.

Let's Elevate Together 💜

My approach to therapy is client-centered, solution-focused, and culturally responsive. I meet you where you are and tailor therapy to your needs, goals, and lived experiences. With a strong background in trauma work, I focus on helping you feel grounded, supported, and empowered while building practical tools for everyday life. Together, we’ll work toward greater self-awareness, healthier boundaries, and meaningful, sustainable change—at a pace that feels right for you.

My approach to therapy is client-centered, solution-focused, and culturally responsive. I meet you where you are and tailor therapy to your needs, goals, and lived experiences. With a strong background in trauma work, I focus on helping you feel grounded, supported, and empowered while building practical tools for everyday life. Together, we’ll work toward greater self-awareness, healthier boundaries, and meaningful, sustainable change—at a pace that feels right for you.