Discovering one’s racial identity is a process of introspection, an outward understanding of the social and political privileges in the world, and recognizing the implications that each has on one another as they relate to that individual.
Therapists and counselors make space for clients of color and white clients to understand how their racial identity impacts their lives, what privileges they do and do not have related to race, and how that impacts their mental health.
People exist at different stages in recognizing their racial identity, with some people unaware of how race affects their lives and others acutely aware due to the pervasiveness of discrimination.
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Counseling interventions include processing emotions related to racial identity, understanding the implications of the effects of race, and supporting growth and empowerment.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Racial Identity
Welcome! First and foremost, I would like to congratulate you on showing up for yourself and beginning this journey of self-growth. After all, that is truly what therapy is about. I believe therapy allows us the opportunity to reflect through the different seasons of life and ultimately our relationship with ourself. Please feel encouraged for just beginning this process and imagine what the wo...
Life is full of personal and professional challenges that can leave us feeling overwhelmed and uncertain. When this happens, it can be enormously helpful to have a reliable, consistent space for ourselves in which we can search for our own answers in the context of a safe, strong therapeutic relationship. Therapy becomes a springboard and an open invitation to "go" emotionally where we may...
My passion is assisting individuals connect with their individual power, finding the root causes of what's holding them back in life or relationships, creating strategies to break old patterns and pursue personal growth. Together, we will examine the biological, psychological, sociological, spiritual, and sexual factors that may be impacting you. I am a sex positive and LGBTQ+ affirmative...
I am a licensed psychologist at Dallas Therapy Associates. Starting in 2009, I have had experience working with mental health disorders in settings such as residential substance abuse treatment centers, community mental health, domestic violence shelters, and private practice. My areas of interest include healthy relationships, domestic violence, sexual assault, substance use, depression, anxie...
My goal In psychotherapy is establishing a genuine relationship with my clients in order to foster emotional growth and change. We participate in an empathetic collaboration to address behavioral issues with sensitivity to strengths and limitations. As my clients gain insights into their lives, I encourage them to consider taking actions to affect change. They thereby gain self confidence and a...
Most of us lug around a suitcase full of our thoughts, feelings, family history and past experiences and have no idea what's in there. Our current responses to and experience of life come from the contents of that suitcase. Together in therapy we gently unpack it. We will see what is working for you, what needs more support and what has served it's purpose but no longer works. I work...
Are you desiring more in your life? To increase your awareness and compassion for yourself and for those around you? My deep desire is to help you live out of a space that is based in deep-seated compassion and kindness, and not fear and anxiety. I consider therapy a space for you to be heard in an unbiased, professional, judgment free zone to jointly process and move through your story and pla...
Accepting the responsibility to change is not an easy task but it’s highly rewarding once you take the initiative. We will carefully work through your barriers in order to reconstruct your future. Let's find out what is and isn’t working while co-creating practical strategies and tools that fit your unique needs and challenges. Together, we will break through stagnation developing a meaningful...
I believe each person has inherent value and worth. Through lived experiences, one can cease living from a space of inherent worth, authenticity, and connection with others. I believe therapy can be a place to be heard, witnessed, practice new ways of experiencing the world, and to find authenticity and connection. Therapy can lead to a reconnection to positive self-worth and value. Commitment ...
Offering tele-therapy: You struggle to find a place in this world, but with a smile on your face. You often feel caught between two worlds, the external and your internal world that is filled with anxiety and hopelessness. You yearn intimacy but avoid being vulnerable with someone, for fear of getting hurt. Imposter Syndrome is like an old friend. Still, you've been able to manage your feelings...
Are you a survivor of trauma? Are you a POC (person of color), LGBTQ+, immigrant or 1st-generation American in your 20s, 30s, or 40s? Do you feel lost, hopeless, anxious, or isolated, like no one "sees" you for ALL of who you are? Do/did you have narcissistic or borderline parents -- and trouble living up to their (or your) perfectionist standards? Do you often feel "not good enough" or even ba...
Life can be rough. Perhaps you are wondering if things will ever get better. Perhaps you want to learn more about yourself and the patterns that are linked to your unhappiness. Perhaps you want to explore your relationships, or work life. Whatever the challenge, psychotherapy can serve as powerful means to get curious and institute the growth and change you are seeking. I commend you for taking...
Therapy with me begins by reflecting on your experiences while trying not to judge them. Better understanding your thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and relationships could enable you to make more informed life decisions. I am flexible and collaborative in my approach, looking for ways to work well together. I provide brief consultations when people need a little help thinking through specific...
"My mission is to work in conjunction with individuals, couples and families to empower them to live meaningful and fulfilling lives." "I am a licensed professional counselor with 15 years of service to the mental health community in Mercer County, Pennsylvania. I have a wide range of techniques and skills with which to use to accomplish client and family empowerment. I believe that the key to ...
Culturally Competent Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT), and Master's Level Registered Addiction Specialist (M-RAS). I have over 8 years of experience working with children, adolescents, teens, individuals, couples, and families from Culturally Diverse populations on a wide range of issues and concerns. It is my belief that once the relationship between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors ...
