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Saleemah McNeil, CLC, MS, MFT
Saleemah McNeil, CLC, MS, MFT
  • Reproductive Psychotherapist
  • Oshun Family Center
Saleemah McNeil is a Reproductive Psychotherapist, Certified Lactation Consultant, professionally trained Birth Doula, and a traumatic birth survivor. Saleemah has dedicated her work to helping families of color heal from traumatic birth experiences and transition into parenthood. Saleemah has held several positions in the field of Maternal & Child Health and Wellness. Mrs. McNeil furthered her knowledge and experience with vulnerable birthing persons and served as a Philadelphia County Jail Based Case Manager at Riverside Correctional Facility. In this role, she assisted birthing women during their most vulnerable times as a Doula. Working in the Department of Corrections, ignited anger and passion which ultimately guided Saleemah to a master’s in clinical psychology and counseling. After watching years of unfair treatment and inhumane conditions, reproductive injustice, systemic racism, and trauma, Saleemah founded a nonprofit organization, Oshun Family Center. She launched a citywide initiative to reduce Black maternal mortality through the “Maternal Wellness Village” program and became a key figure and content area expert in the region. Mrs. McNeil's work is rooted in a deep appreciation and understanding that surviving the 4th trimester can mean life or death for some women. As a clinician, advocate, researcher, and trainer, Mrs. McNeil’s work is grounded in helping families not only survive but thrive by utilizing anti-racism and trauma-sensitive framework. Her passion has driven her to explore new endeavors such as impacting policy change and ultimately shifting the provider-client dynamic in healthcare by addressing the disparities for Black women.
Schedule29 Mar 2024