Men of Color

Beyond Resilience: Your Space, Your Terms

Coaching & Counseling for Black & Brown Men · Culturally Affirming

Together We Rise!

This is more than therapy. It is a dedicated space designed for growth, healing, and personal power.

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Men of color — mental health counseling and coaching for Black and Brown men in Chicago
Redefining Strength
Your Space.
Your Terms.

Strength is not the absence of struggle. Strength is walking into a room and saying: I need support.

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Men of Color

Beyond Resilience

We provide culturally competent coaching and counseling services focused specifically on the distinct needs, strengths, and challenges faced by Men of Color. This is more than therapy. It is a dedicated space designed for growth, healing, and personal power.

We understand that for Men of Color, traditional mental health spaces often fall short of meeting their needs. We acknowledge that the world has not always made space for men to focus on their mental wellness and emotional healing. Our approach directly addresses the compounded pressures of race, identity, masculinity, and intergenerational experience.

Three Pillars

What Makes This Different

CULTURE

Cultural Competence

Not a space where you translate your experience. Dr. Sablo is an African American and Latino man who grew up in public housing in the Bronx. Your experience arrives here already understood. He is skilled in navigating racial trauma, professional code-switching, fatherhood, systemic barriers, and emotional expression within cultural contexts.

ACTION

Action-Oriented Growth

Reflection without movement is not enough. Every session produces something real — clarity, a decision, a next step. You will leave with more than you arrived with. We blend deep counseling for healing with focused coaching strategies — to help you define success, manage stress, improve relationships, and build the life you want.

STRENGTH

Redefining Strength

Strength is not the absence of struggle. Strength is walking into a room and saying: I need support. We challenge limiting definitions of masculinity — helping you cultivate emotional literacy, maintain healthy boundaries, and sustain your well-being without sacrificing your drive.

Why Dr. Sablo?

Not a Credential. A Calling.

Dr. Sablo brings decades of experience in mental health, higher education leadership, and equity advocacy. From public housing in the Bronx, NY to executive leadership roles, his journey fuels a deep commitment to empowerment, healing, and justice.

As an African American and Latino man, Dr. Sablo is intrinsically driven to support individuals with intersectional identities — with a special passion for the mental health and wellness of men of color. He has lived the compounded pressures he works to help others navigate, and that is not a credential. That is a calling.

His commitment to service includes previously serving as the National Facilitator/President of Adodi — the oldest same-gender-loving spiritual organization for Black men — and he is a proud member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., the first Black Greek-Letter Organization for African American men.

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Your First Conversation Is Free

Taking the first step is the hardest part. We honor that. Your free introductory consultation is a no-pressure conversation about where you are, what you are navigating, and how we can walk this road together. No commitment required. No judgment. Just a real conversation with someone who truly understands.

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Begin Your Journey

Free

Your first consultation with Dr. Sablo is completely free. Use this time to ask questions, share where you are, and determine together how Elevation C³ can best support your growth and healing.

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How It Works

Your Path to
Elevation

A clear, supported process — from your very first conversation with Dr. Sablo to lasting transformation in every area of your life.

01
Make the Call

Many clients think they need support and plan to seek help "some day." TODAY is that day. Reaching out is the single most powerful step you will take.

02
Have Your Schedule Close By

We may need to schedule your consultation call to work around your existing commitments. Even better — we may be able to book your first session right away.

03
Plan Ahead

Your consultation will take 15 to 30 minutes. Give yourself time to re-center afterward. Discussing personal challenges can be emotional — especially the first time.

04
Tell the Truth

You have been carrying this long enough. Be honest about where you need support. You cannot overcome or heal from what you cannot name. This is your safe space.

Questions & Answers

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Elevation C³ offer counseling specifically for men of color?

Yes. Elevation C³ provides a dedicated space for growth, healing, and personal power, addressing the compounded pressures of race, identity, masculinity, and intergenerational experience.

Are your services only for specific communities?

No. Elevation C³ is open to all people. Dr. Sablo brings deep expertise with the African American community, men of color, the LGBTQ+ community, people of faith, weight loss journeys, and academic success.

How do I get started with Elevation C³?

Call (773) 720-8091 or book through the contact page to schedule a free consultation. The consultation takes 15 to 30 minutes. In most cases your first session can be booked on the same call.

Your Success Is Non-Negotiable.

Your mental well-being is non-negotiable too. It is time to invest in yourself with practitioners who truly understand your journey.

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