Today we’d like to introduce you to Tineka Harmon.
Hi Tineka , can you start by introducing yourself? We’d love to learn more about how you got to where you are today?
Some of the most meaningful dreams are born from life’s hardest moments.
Ebony Grace Wellness began long before there was a business name, a logo, or an office. It began through seasons of adversity that taught me what it means to keep going when life feels uncertain. Those experiences didn’t define me, but they shaped my heart. They gave me a deep compassion for people carrying burdens that often go unseen and a desire to remind others that healing is possible.
Later in life, I made the decision to return to school and pursue a degree in social work. It wasn’t the easiest path, but it was the right one. With each class, internship, and client interaction, my purpose became clearer: to create a place where people feel seen, heard, valued, and supported as they navigate life’s challenges.
Ebony Grace Wellness was initially created to provide individual therapy to those in need. But as the vision grew, so did the opportunities to serve. What began as one-on-one counseling has expanded into psychoeducational opportunities, groups, community outreach, and a growing commitment to whole-person wellness. Today, the vision continues to evolve into a multidisciplinary wellness center where healing extends beyond therapy alone.
Even the name carries a special meaning. My husband and I wanted a name that reflected both our heritage and our faith. “Ebony” honors the beauty, strength, and richness of our culture. “Grace” reflects the unearned love, hope, and restoration that have sustained us through every season. Together, they represent the foundation upon which this practice was built.
Ebony Grace Wellness exists because I believe no one should have to face life’s challenges alone. My story is one of resilience, but more importantly, it is a testament to what can happen when hope meets purpose. It is my prayer that every person who walks through our doors leaves believing what I have come to know for myself: healing is possible, your story matters, and your greatest chapter may still be ahead.
We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
People often see the finished product, but they rarely see the journey it took to get there.
Ebony Grace Wellness was born from a vision, but that vision was refined through adversity.
My path has never been easy. Years before Ebony Grace Wellness became a reality, I made the decision to return to school and pursue a degree in social work. During that journey, I became critically ill and spent months hospitalized. While connected to IVs, tubes, and machines, I refused to let my circumstances determine my future. I completed assignments from my hospital bed, holding tightly to the belief that God still had a purpose for my life.
That season changed me forever.
As I grew professionally as a social worker, another vision began to take shape. I dreamed of creating a practice that integrated clinical excellence with compassion, faith, and biblical principles, a place where people could find healing for both the mind and the heart while always feeling respected, safe, and valued.
Then life happened.
As I began laying the foundation for Ebony Grace Wellness, I experienced multiple losses within my family. I became the primary caregiver for my grandparents as their health rapidly declined. Walking alongside them through illness and eventually saying goodbye was one of the greatest honors and one of the deepest heartbreaks—of my life.
At the same time, my church closed its doors, my husband unexpectedly lost his job, and the weight of grief, uncertainty, and responsibility became overwhelming. There were days when depression made it difficult to see beyond the next step.
Yet even in those moments, God continued to nurture the dream He had placed in my heart.
Building Ebony Grace Wellness required perseverance. For months, I searched for the right office space, only to encounter one disappointment after another. Every door seemed to close just as quickly as it opened. Then, in an unexpected act of generosity, my realtor offered to let me use her office at no cost. For three months, I faithfully served clients from that borrowed space, continuing to build the practice one session, one relationship, and one referral at a time.
Eventually, another door opened.
Today, Ebony Grace Wellness has a home of its own.
What began as a vision to provide individual therapy has grown into something much greater than I ever imagined. We are expanding our team to welcome additional clinicians so that more individuals and families can access quality mental health care.
Our mission has also grown beyond the therapy room.
We’ve had the privilege of partnering with organizations and communities to educate, encourage, and inspire. From speaking at a local university and serving faith communities, to partnering with NAMI and hosting a mental health conference, every opportunity has reinforced our belief that healing happens not only one person at a time, but one community at a time.
Looking ahead, our vision continues to expand.
While individual therapy will always remain at the heart of what we do, Ebony Grace Wellness is becoming a multidisciplinary wellness center committed to addressing mental health on both the individual and community levels. We believe lasting change requires collaboration. That’s why we are building partnerships with clinicians, healthcare providers, faith communities, schools, and organizations that share our commitment to promoting wellness, reducing stigma, and increasing access to care.
Every challenge we’ve faced has become part of our foundation.
Ebony Grace Wellness is more than a practice. It is living proof that purpose can persevere through pain, that hope can survive heartbreak, and that what begins as a personal calling can grow into a community mission.
Our story isn’t one of perfection. It’s a story of faith, resilience, service, and grace.
And we’re just getting started
Great, so let’s talk business. Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
What should we know about Ebony Grace Wellness?
Ebony Grace Wellness was founded on the belief that healing is possible for everyone. We are more than a therapy practice we are a growing multidisciplinary wellness center committed to helping individuals, families, and communities thrive. Our mission is to provide compassionate, culturally responsive, evidence-based care while honoring each person’s unique story, values, and lived experiences.
What began as a vision to provide individual therapy has expanded into psychoeducational groups, community outreach, wellness events, and partnerships that promote mental health awareness, reduce stigma, and empower people to live healthier lives. Every service we offer is rooted in dignity, hope, and the belief that no one should have to navigate life’s challenges alone.
What do you do? What do you specialize in, or what are you known for?
Ebony Grace Wellness provides outpatient mental health counseling for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. We specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, life transitions, stress, relationship challenges, and emotional wellness.
We are also known for creating safe spaces where people feel seen, heard, and valued. Our approach combines evidence-based therapeutic practices with compassion, cultural humility, and, when requested by clients, faith-integrated counseling that respects Christian values while honoring each individual’s personal beliefs and goals.
Beyond therapy, we’re passionate about educating our community through workshops, offering camps that provide support through grief, speaking engagements, psychoeducational groups, and wellness initiatives that make mental health conversations more accessible and less stigmatized.
What sets you apart from others?
Our vision extends far beyond the traditional therapy office.
Ebony Grace Wellness is intentionally building a collaborative wellness model that brings together mental health professionals and complementary wellness providers to care for the whole person. We recognize that emotional, physical, relational, and spiritual wellness are deeply connected, and we strive to create opportunities for healing that address every aspect of a person’s well-being.
We also believe meaningful change happens not only in therapy sessions but within families, schools, churches, workplaces, and communities. That’s why community engagement, education, and partnerships are central to our mission.
Perhaps what sets us apart most is our heart. Ebony Grace Wellness was born from personal experiences with adversity, grief, resilience, and faith. Those experiences continue to shape how we serve with empathy, authenticity, and a genuine commitment to walking alongside people during some of life’s most difficult moments.
What are you most proud of, brand-wise?
I’m most proud that Ebony Grace Wellness has remained true to its mission as it has grown.
The name itself reflects our identity. “Ebony” celebrates the beauty, strength, resilience, and richness of our culture, while “Grace” represents hope, compassion, redemption, and God’s unmerited favor. Together, they embody our commitment to providing care that is both clinically excellent and deeply compassionate.
I’m also proud that our brand represents hope. Despite humble beginnings and significant personal challenges while building the practice, Ebony Grace Wellness has grown into a trusted resource within the community. We’ve had the privilege of speaking at local universities, partnering with faith communities and organizations such as NAMI, hosting mental health conferences, and expanding our reach beyond individual counseling to community education and advocacy.
What do you want readers to know about your brand, offerings, and services?
I want people to know that Ebony Grace Wellness is a place where everyone is welcome.
Whether someone is taking the courageous first step toward therapy, seeking support during a difficult season, looking for education about mental health, or partnering with us to strengthen the community, our goal is always the same: to provide a safe, supportive environment where healing, growth, and hope can flourish.
As we continue to grow, our vision is to expand our impact beyond individual counseling by developing innovative wellness programs, strengthening community partnerships, mentoring future clinicians, and increasing access to quality mental health care. We believe that when individuals heal, families become stronger, communities become healthier, and future generations are transformed.
At Ebony Grace Wellness, we’re not simply helping people cope, we’re helping people discover that healing is possible, resilience can be cultivated, and every story has the potential for redemption
So maybe we end on discussing what matters most to you and why?
Faith, family, community, and impact are the values that guide both my life and Ebony Grace Wellness.
My faith is my foundation and influences how I serve others with compassion, integrity, and hope. My family reminds me why creating healthy, resilient individuals and relationships matters. I believe healing extends beyond the therapy room, which is why investing in our community through education, outreach, and partnerships is so important to me.
Above all, I want my work to make a lasting impact. If Ebony Grace Wellness can help restore hope, reduce the stigma surrounding mental health, and empower individuals, families, and communities to thrive, then we’re fulfilling our purpose.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.ebonygracewellness.com
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