About Tafiyya Counseling
A space where you can put down what you have been carrying.
Founded by Shalonda Ibrahim-Abubakar, LCSW, Tafiyya Counseling offers online therapy for Black women throughout California.

My approach
I understand the weight of constantly being expected to hold everything together while rarely receiving that same support yourself. Therapy with me is not about quick fixes. It is about creating meaningful, sustainable change.
My work centers high-achieving Black women navigating burnout, anxiety and the pressure to always be strong. I bring experience across mental health systems, education and community-based work, and I support clients while honoring their cultural identity and lived experience.
I’m warm, but I’m also direct. We can slow down, think clearly and explore what sits beneath the stress. Together, we work toward practical tools, stronger boundaries and changes that feel sustainable rather than rushed.
A focused 15-minute consultation
A first conversation can be a meaningful beginning.
A no-pressure conversation to see whether working together feels like the right fit.
