Rooted in Light Wellness Collective: From Vision to Reality

I began my journey as a solo practitioner with Dr. J Therapy, PLLC, growing a practice rooted in trauma-informed, culturally centered care, guided by a deep passion to serve my community. My work blends holistic care, skill-building education, and empowering guidance to support individuals in navigating life’s challenges. Everything we do leads with heart, intention, and a commitment to the betterment of people and community, because everyone deserves a space that cares for them as a whole person, with the warmth of a familiar space and people who know them by name.

Over the years, many people have shared that they felt supported, understood, and safe in a space where their experiences were validated and their strengths were uplifted. Yet the need in our community is greater than what I can hold alone.

Now, it is time to expand. We have secured a dedicated space in Life in Deep Ellum, and we are excited to bring programs into the community, host larger groups, and create more opportunities for connection, learning, and wellness.

With a team, support, and intentionality, we will offer programming that addresses individual needs and creates collective spaces for connection, rest, and empowerment, always guided by care, respect, and integrity.

This is more than growth — it is about offering wellness in intentional, community-centered ways that honor the fullness of who we are and the belonging we all deserve.

We aim to create spaces where Black women, Black men, other marginalized communities, and allies can restore balance in mind, body, and community. All programming is grounded in research and shared with love, empowerment, and skill-building. Everything we do leads with heart, intention, and a commitment to the well-being of individuals and community alike, because everyone deserves a space that cares for them as a whole person, with the warmth of a familiar space and people who know them by name.

With your support, we will bring to life programs such as:

• Therapy Groups combining Yoga Therapy and EMDR for adults diagnosed as adults with ADHD. 

• Root • Rest • Restore — a six-week yoga therapy group focused on nervous system regulation, community support, and stress reduction- A love letter for High Performing Black Women

• Restorative Yoga Sundays to ease the “Sunday Scaries” through movement, grounding, and connection

• Adult Field Trips — monthly curated group outings, in partnership with a local community organization, fostering nostalgia, play, exploration, and belonging in safe, inclusive spaces

• Educational Workshops on nervous system regulation, “eating to support your mood,” and financial empowerment, including purchasing your first home

Funds raised will go directly toward community-focused initiatives, including:

• Scholarships to make programs accessible to marginalized communities

• Materials and resources for wellness groups and workshops

• Facility rental for hosting safe, supportive gatherings at our new Life in Deep Ellum space

• Program development to expand offerings and increase reach

This fundraiser is not directed at current or former clients of Dr. J Therapy, PLLC. Contributions are solicited from the broader public and community to support wellness programs and accessibility initiatives.

If someone discloses in comments that they are or have been a client, this will not be taken as a solicitation or encouragement to donate, in compliance with Texas LPC and LMFT ethical standards.

Funds are used exclusively to support programming, scholarships, and community wellness initiatives — not for personal income.

This is more than a business — it is a movement toward collective healing. With our new space in Life in Deep Ellum, we now have the opportunity to welcome more people, host programs in a vibrant community hub, and create spaces where individuals can thrive in body, mind, and community. Everything we do is rooted in care, intention, and a commitment to uplift and empower the community, because everyone deserves a space that cares for them as a whole person, with the warmth of a familiar space and people who know them by name.

In Love and Wellness, 

Dr. J