Candor & Hope Therapy Inc.
From surviving to thriving, one session at a time.
Compassionate care. Honest conversations. Meaningful change.
We are a Black-woman-owned mental health and wellness practice in Beachwood, Ohio, growing into a group practice for individuals, couples, families, teens, and young adults.
Together, we explore what hurts, recognize patterns that keep you stuck, and build healthier ways to think, communicate, and connect. By appointment, we offer in-person care in Beachwood and virtual care across Ohio.
In-person in Beachwood · Virtual across Ohio · By appointment
About Candor & Hope
Healing with honesty. Growing with support.
Founded by Marirhetta Crosby, a dually licensed Ohio therapist and clinical supervisor, Candor & Hope combines clinical knowledge, cultural awareness, and respect for relationships.
Healing takes honesty and compassion. Therapy is a place for difficult conversations, understanding your experiences, and practicing change with support.
Your relationships, family, culture, community, and life circumstances shape your mental health. We explore those influences together while building on your strengths.
As our practice grows, our commitment stays personal: thoughtful care, clear communication, and a therapeutic relationship grounded in trust.
Our Mission
To support the healing and wellness of individuals, especially couples and families, through prevention, intervention, treatment, and psychoeducation.
We help people strengthen relationships, navigate challenges, and develop skills that support lasting well-being.
Our Core Values
Candor & Hope C.A.R.E.S.
Our values guide how we care for clients, support clinicians, and lead our practice.
Candor
Honesty with compassion.
We encourage truthful conversations and communicate clearly about care, expectations, and concerns. We approach difficult topics with sensitivity and accountability.
Acceptance
Room to be yourself.
We welcome your experiences, emotions, and questions without shame. You do not have to have everything figured out before seeking support.
Respect
Your dignity matters.
We honor each person’s identity, culture, beliefs, boundaries, and lived experience. We respect your voice and your right to participate in decisions about your care.
Empowerment
Build confidence in your own capacity.
We work with you to identify strengths, develop practical skills, and make informed choices. Your goals help guide the work.
Sincerity
Care with integrity.
We show up with attentiveness, consistency, and a commitment to your well-being. We offer realistic encouragement and take your concerns seriously.
Who We Serve
Support for you and the relationships that matter.
Individuals
Support for anxiety, depression, grief, stress, identity concerns, and life transitions.
Learn moreCouples
Help with communication, emotional connection, trust, conflict, and preparation for marriage.
Learn moreFamilies
Support for parenting challenges, changing family roles, boundaries, and patterns of disconnection.
Learn moreTeens & Young Adults
Care for emotional challenges, relationships, self-esteem, and the transition toward greater independence.
Learn moreTogether, we identify the concerns you want to address and determine whether our services fit your needs.
Couple Intensives · Coming soon
Couple intensives are not currently available. Details about this upcoming service will be shared here.
Learn moreGetting started is simple — reach out and we’ll guide the way.
How We Work
Clinically grounded. Relationally focused. Culturally responsive.
We see the whole person.
Your identity, relationships, culture, strengths, and circumstances matter in understanding your concerns.
We explore patterns with purpose.
Our systemic and attachment-informed approach considers how past experiences and present relationships influence your life.
We draw on research and clinical judgment.
Treatment approaches are selected according to your needs, goals, preferences, and the clinician’s training.
We make the work practical.
Therapy can include reflection, communication practice, coping strategies, and skills to use between sessions.
We collaborate with you.
We establish goals together, discuss progress, and adjust the approach when needed.
Our Identity
Black-woman-owned. Rooted in dignity and belonging.
We recognize how race, culture, family history, faith, and experiences of discrimination can affect mental health and access to care.
Our commitment to culturally affirming care includes listening carefully, examining assumptions, and respecting how you understand your own life. We welcome clients of every background and identity.
When requested and appropriate, faith and spirituality can be included in therapy in a way that respects your beliefs.
Our Group Practice Culture
Supported clinicians. Accountable leadership. Thoughtful care.
We are building a practice where compassion and professionalism shape everyday decisions.
Our culture emphasizes ongoing learning, consultation, appropriate clinical supervision, clear expectations, and respectful communication. We value clinicians’ different perspectives while maintaining shared standards for ethical care.
We believe sustainable workloads, professional boundaries, and opportunities for growth help clinicians provide attentive, consistent care.
For clients, that commitment means a practice that takes your concerns seriously, welcomes feedback, protects your privacy, and works to address problems responsibly.
Meet the Team
Meet our growing practice.
The Resource Sanctuary
A reading room for the in-between moments.
You do not have to figure it out alone.
Whether you want support for yourself, your relationship, or your family, we can help you explore the next step.
Call or email the practice for consultations or inquiries, including current clinician availability and options for care.