Black CELL Consulting
Reclaiming Black Wellness at the Root
-Dr. Tawainna Houston
Naturopathic Doctor • Author • Speaker
Where cultural wisdom meets holistic wellness
In an age when the impact of historical trauma is still woven through the fabric of our lives, our mission is to empower the Black community through education, healing, and intentional action. We believe that true wellness goes beyond the absence of disease—it is a comprehensive reclamation of mind, body, and spirit rooted in our unique cultural heritage.
At Black CELL Consulting, we help you dismantle controllable wellness barriers that have been built over generations. Our approach is cultural, healing-centered, and rooted in ancestral wisdom. Whether you’re seeking transformative knowledge through our upcoming book, group education/consultations, or empowering speaking engagements, you’re invited to join a community dedicated to reclaiming health on our own terms.
Our Values
Our Values are rooted in the power of community. We believe that collective action and support can drive individual transformation. By fostering a cultural community-focused approach, we help the Black community find strength in a shared experience and empower you with tools to take meaningful consistent action for your personal health and well-being.
About the Book
Black Wellness Barriers: Understanding the Root Cause of Disease Vulnerabilities as a Pathway Towards Restoring Health
This groundbreaking book explores how centuries of oppression, historical trauma, and systemic racism have shaped the health challenges facing the Black community. It offers a clear-eyed view of our past and, more importantly, provides a roadmap for healing and transformation—blending cutting-edge science with cultural truth.
What’s Inside:
- The legacy of dehumanization and its impact on Black bodies
- How stress and transgenerational trauma fuel chronic disease
- Practical, culturally resonant strategies for reclaiming wellness
- Exclusive bonuses and digital resources to support your journey
Join Our Online Community
Connect, Learn, and Grow Together
Our online education and community platform is designed to build collective power and healing. Experience curated video lessons, vibrant discussion forums, and live interactive sessions that deepen your understanding of Black wellness. Join a growing community of like-minded individuals committed to transformation.
About Tawainna Houston, ND, MDiv
Dr. Tawainna Houston is a naturopathic physician and leading expert in systemic health equity and chronic disease prevention, with over two decades of experience addressing the historical, biological, and transgenerational roots of illness in Black communities. As the founder of Black CELL Consulting, she delivers culturally centered wellness education to middle-aged Black female coaches and executives, guiding them through the layered impact of racial toxicity, environmental stressors, and structural inequities on their health and well-being.
Blending expertise in sociology, counseling, and natural medicine, Dr. Houston equips individuals and communities with practical tools for stress mitigation and life-affirming wellness practices, helping them shift from survival to sustainable thriving. She holds a Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine, a Master of Divinity in Pastoral Care & Counseling, and a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology, grounding her work in both scientific rigor and cultural insight.
Dr. Houston is the best-selling Amazon author of Black Wellness Barriers: Understanding the Root Cause of Disease Vulnerabilities as a Pathway Towards Restoring Health, an Amazon #1 New Release in Hypertension. Other published work includes Detox-Style: Creating a Healthy Lifestyle Through Daily Holistic Detoxification Practices. Her work has earned her national recognition as a trusted voice advancing racial health equity, cultural well-being, and transformative healing in the Black community.
She has served as an adjunct instructor teaching cultural competency in clinical care to medical students, preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals to practice with greater empathy and equity. In addition to her work with Black CELL Consulting, Dr. Houston is the founder of Journey of Wellness Natural Medicine Center, a virtual holistic health consulting practice.
A recognized thought leader in cultural wellness and Black health advocacy, she has been invited to present at medical conferences, served on international medical service trips, and held leadership roles, including Co-Chair of the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee for the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians. With deep poise and dedication, Dr. Houston continues to inspire through her writing, speaking, and unwavering commitment to empowering others with culturally grounded, holistic care.