Tracy A Long, LPC, NCC, BC-TMH, EMDR
Verified by Clinicians of Color Directory
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CONTACT INFO
About Tracy A Long, LPC, NCC, BC-TMH, EMDR
You lead, inspire, and handle business every single day, but high performance shouldn’t mean silently carrying unresolved grief, trauma, or burnout. As a trauma psychotherapist and Founder & CEO of Shades of Resilience Counseling, I provide dedicated, confidential therapy tailored specifically for high-achieving Black men, leaders, and fathers.
My practice strips away cold clinical jargon to deliver authentic, goal-oriented support built on clinical expertise and lived experience. This is a judgment-free space where you can drop the “strong one” armor, process trauma, and navigate life with clarity. You know how to achieve; now let’s focus on breaking cycles and building a lasting legacy.
For years, I was the “strong one.” I navigated life, career, and motherhood while carrying the silent burdens of childhood adversity and trauma. On the outside, I was successful. On the inside, I was just waiting for the storm to pass. In 2012, I lost my father. His death shattered the illusion of my resilience. I spiraled into isolation and unhealthy coping skills, trying to numb a pain I didn’t have the tools to speak about. I realized then that resilience without healing isn’t strength—it’s just survival.
Trust me, I got you!
Ready to start the conversation?
Book your free 15-minute consultation with a therapist for Black men now and take the first step toward a stronger, more centered version of you.
How to get started
Call/Text: 512.917.0005 Email: info@shadesofresiliencecounseling.com
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Below are the payment options this practice offers:
- Individual Therapy: $200/60-minute session
YEARS IN PRACTICE:
4
ISSUES TREATED
Specialty:
Trauma (racial/race-based, childhood sexual abuse, interpersonal/intergenerational)
Resilience Coach, Personal Growth and Development
Adjustment and Life Transitions


