Elevating Marginalized, First-Gen, BIPOC Voices

Therapy, Consulting and Community, Impact Grounded in Lived Experience and Equity.

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About Us

Voices Forward Collective is a purpose-driven practice founded by Carmelle Beliard, a licensed clinical social worker and first-generation Haitian immigrant.

VFC's mission is to amplify marginalized voices while creating space for healing, growth, and leadership.

We offer therapy, consulting, and community-focused services that honor culture, identity, and lived experience. Whether supporting individuals or collaborating with organizations, we lead with empathy, integrity, and a commitment to meaningful change.

Here, your voice is valued, your story is seen, and your potential is limitless. Together, we move voices forward with purpose and heart.

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Our Services

  • A woman is lying on a sofa, reclining with eyes closed, while a nurse or therapist sits on a chair taking notes with a clipboard in a living room with a large potted plant nearby.

    Therapy

    Culturally responsive mental health care for Marginalized, BIPOC, and first-gen individuals.

  • A man in a gray suit with a red tie and glasses and a woman in a white blouse sitting together, looking at documents.

    Consulting

    Empowering leaders to champion inclusive, equitable workspaces.

  • A diverse group of six young friends sitting outdoors on steps, smiling, laughing, and embracing each other, with a blurred urban background.

    Community Impact

    Community-driven programs and collective healing initiatives.

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 FAQs


  • In our first session, we will talk about what brings you here, what support looks like for you, and how we can create a space that feels supportive, welcoming, and grounded in your story.


  • Yes. I accept insurance in the states where I am licensed, which include Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Texas, Illinois, Florida, and Connecticut. I also work with platforms like Sondermind, Open Path, and the Loveland Foundation.

  • I offer a limited number of sliding scale spots and flexible payment options for clients with financial need. Access is a core value of this practice and we can always talk about what is possible for you.


  • Voices Forward centers the experiences of first-generation and BIPOC individuals, but therapy is open to anyone seeking support that is culturally responsive and trauma-informed. If the approach resonates with you, you are welcome here.


  • If your organization values lived experience, equity, and meaningful change, then we are likely aligned. I support teams that are ready to move beyond surface-level DEI and create real cultures of care, accountability, and belonging.

Contact Us

Ready to connect? Share a bit about yourself and what you’re looking for, and we’ll be in touch soon. Whether you’re seeking therapy, consulting, or community collaboration, we’re honored you’re here.