Noni Vaughn-Pollard, LMHC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
"There are only two lasting bequests we can hope to give our children. One of these is roots; the other, wings." - W. Hodding Carter
Meet Noni, a Black therapist in NYC offering holistic, person-centered therapy for adults, teens, and young adults. Using a creative and intuitive approach, Noni helps clients manage anxiety, perfectionism, and their relationship with food through mindful, compassionate care.
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Noni is a passionate licensed mental health counselor with a nutrition background based in Brooklyn, NY. She has a deep love for reading tarot cards and a leisurely stroll through Prospect Park. Raised in a creative home surrounded by artists, she developed a love for old movies, jazz, and modern art, which continue to inspire her today.
From the start, Noni knew she wanted to help others. However, a college course in positive psychology led her to explore the world of mental health—where she discovered her true calling in creating spaces for people to feel truly seen and supported.
Noni holds a BS in Nutrition Studies from NYU, a minor in child psychology, and a master's in Mental Health Counseling from Hunter College. Noni’s approach is person-centered, creative, and holistic. Noni supports individuals who are navigating anxiety, perfectionism, and relationship challenges. She is passionate about uplifting and empowering Black people and communities of color—helping adults, young adults, and adolescents strengthen their self-esteem, celebrate their identity, and thrive.
Noni connects physical health to mental well-being, recognizing that food is a powerful tool for self-love. She is a big advocate for intuitive eating and believes that food should be a source of joy rather than stress. Noni blends her knowledge of nutrition and mental health to guide her clients toward a balanced life.
Contact Noni: noni@rootsarttherapy.nyc or call 347-201-1146
I am a Brooklyn based art therapist and licensed mental health counselor. I provide counseling services for people struggling with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, or disordered eating. I believe creativity assists the process of transformation. Art materials will always be provided however making art is not required. Mindfulness will be encouraged as well as finding the dialectic between acceptance and change.