Empowering BIPOC Communities: Lenise Mazyck’s Mission

Providing culturally informed, holistic mental health care for People of Color.

Meet Lenise Mazyck...

a Richmond native, understands firsthand the challenges of navigating life with the odds stacked against you. Growing up in a single-parent, low-income household, she faced anxiety, depression, and the complexities of being neurodivergent. Despite these obstacles, Lenise’s resilience and determination shaped her mission to create equitable mental health spaces for communities of color.

From Passion to Practice

Lenise pursued her passion for mental health by becoming a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) certified in trauma-informed practice, EMDR, grief counseling, and the effects of nutrition on trauma and the brain. In 2018, she founded Roots to Results Counseling, LLC (R2R) to provide a space where clients feel empowered to show up authentically—without the need for code-switching, masking, or explaining their identities.

  • About R2R...

    Roots to Results Counseling (R2R) is a virtual psychotherapy practice dedicated to supporting BIPOC communities across Virginia. Their mission is to create culturally informed spaces where individuals feel seen, heard, and empowered on their journey to wellness.

  • Services Provided

    R2R offers a variety of services, including one-on-one counseling, group therapy, supervision for pre-licensed social workers, and public speaking engagements. Each service is tailored to meet the unique needs of communities of color, combining culturally informed practices with holistic wellness.

  • Impact on the Community

    Roots to Results Counseling addresses critical mental health disparities by providing accessible and equitable care for BIPOC individuals and families. Through their innovative approach, they foster stronger, healthier communities and create meaningful change in Virginia.

Grant Project: Wellness Wednesdays

If awarded the Hustle Grant, Lenise plans to launch Wellness Wednesdays, a free monthly group therapy program designed to serve 120 individuals annually. These virtual sessions will focus on holistic wellness topics such as mental health, nutrition, and mindfulness, led by expert facilitators.

The grant funding will help cover facilitator costs and program materials, making this impactful initiative accessible to the communities R2R serves.

Why Roots to Results Stands Out

Roots to Results Counseling isn’t just about therapy—it’s about empowering communities and transforming lives. Lenise’s innovative approach combines culturally informed care with holistic wellness, ensuring every client feels seen, understood, and supported.

The Hustle Grant will enable R2R to expand its reach, launch new services, and continue bridging the mental health care gap for BIPOC communities in Virginia.

Words from Lenise

“At Roots to Results Counseling, we’re not just providing therapy—we’re creating spaces where people can show up as their authentic selves, feel seen, and feel safe. This work is about lifting as we climb, ensuring that healing is accessible for everyone in our community.”

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