About Us
Friends of the Community
Rafiki is a Kiswahili word that means 'friend'. We see ourselves as friends of the community — mental health professionals dedicated to strengthening human systems from the inside out.
Meet the Founder
Henry Gregory, LCSW-C
Founder & Clinical Director
Henry Gregory is a Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical (LCSW-C) with decades of experience working with individuals, families, and communities across Maryland. He is the co-developer of Enriched Structural Family Therapy (ESFT) alongside Jannette Meriweather Gregory and Ross Ford.
Henry's work is rooted in the belief that communities have inherent strengths that, when properly tapped, can transform families and institutions. His approach blends clinical expertise with deep cultural competency and a genuine love for the communities he serves.
Our Foundation
What We Believe
Our work is grounded in a set of core beliefs about people and communities.
People are innately good
We approach every individual and community with the assumption of goodness and potential.
Communities know their needs
Lasting change comes from within. We listen first and build on what communities already know about themselves.
Empowered families make strong communities
When families are supported and equipped, the ripple effect strengthens entire neighborhoods and institutions.