The Strong Friend
At Eye In Me, we know that being the strong friend means you’re the one everyone turns to in times of need. You are the reliable support system, the problem solver, and the emotional rock for those around you.
Common Issues and Manifestations
Despite your outward strength, stress and psychological discomfort can subtly infiltrate your life, often unnoticed by others. You might experience emotional exhaustion, burnout, and a sense of isolation, as you prioritize others’ needs over your own. These mental health challenges often manifest as irritability, chronic fatigue, or a perpetual sense of being overwhelmed.
Our Approach
Our therapists specialize in culturally responsive care that recognizes and validates your experiences. We help you develop strategies to manage stress, set healthy boundaries, and prioritize self-care. Our goal is to support you in finding a balance that allows you to take care of yourself while continuing to be there for others.
Eye In Me is dedicated to creating easy access to culturally responsive therapy for Black people and adjacent communities. Our mission is to create easy access to culturally responsive therapy for Black people and adjacent communities, promoting its use for prevention, treatment, and some emergencies. Our staff are not just professionals; they are allies who walk with you on your path to mental wellness. Let us help you navigate life’s challenges with strength, balance, and a renewed sense of hope.
Kevin Carter, MSW
(He/Him)I help you get strong enough to grieve. I provide focused support for adults navigating loss through a holistic approach that centers your emotional, physical, and spiritual experience.
License Type: LCSW-C
Practicing in: Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, Florida
Fee Range: $200
Walter Stamp, PhD
(He/Him)Private Practice Incubator Clinician
I meet you where you are, helping queer and allied strong friends to access their capacity for self-understanding and abilities to alter self-concepts, basic attitudes, and behavior to curate their desired life.
License Type: Psychological Associate Under Supervision w/ Carlton Greene, PhD
Practicing in: Maryland, Washington
Fee Range: $200-275
Sarah Russ, MSW
(she/her)Staff Clinician
I specialize in short-term EMDR sessions to support trauma resolution. I’m passionate about supporting adults as they navigate life’s challenges. My approach is integrative and collaborative, designed to help you process your experiences and heal. I am accepting internal referrals only.
License Type: LCSW-C, LICSW, LCSW
Practicing in: Maryland, Washington DC, Virginia, New York
Fee Range: $125- $145
Shatiea Blount, DSocSci
(She/Her)I support those who support others. Whether you’re a leader in your family or workplace, a business owner, or the one who keeps everything running smoothly, people rely on you to have the answers. There’s little room for uncertainty, so you figure it out—again and again. But even the strongest need space to set their burdens down. My goal is to provide that space, helping you care for yourself as well as you care for everyone else—sustainably, and with support.
License Type: LCSW-C, LICSW, LISW
Practicing in: Maryland, Washington, DC, Virginia
Fee Range: $95-$200

