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.
Available Treatment Options
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
Research shows that women are at the highest risk of experiencing psychological distress during pregnancy and postpartum. Transition can be difficult - even positive changes can lead to an increase in stress and negatively impact mental health. As a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in maternal mental health, I provide psychotherapy with clients who are seeking to conceive, are...
Some of life's challenges require help. It takes courage, wisdom, and strength to recognize and act on that knowledge. My name is Dr. Brandon Sylvester and my experience focuses on helping adolescents and adults overcome emotional and behavioral difficulties. I believe that when we know better, we do better; so I focus on bringing awareness to unhealthy patterns. I work in close collaboration w...
I provide culturally competent therapy for individuals and couples who struggle with navigating emotions, and the challenges this brings, including struggles with: anxiety/depression, naming and coping with emotions, self-doubt, low self-worth and confidence, poor communication, connecting with self/others, and parenting, to name a few. I particularly enjoy helping my clients gain skill and...
My passion is to do therapy with Asians, both immigrants and Asian Americans. I am experienced in dealing with parent-child conflicts between first-generation Chinese parents and their westernized second-generation teenagers or grown-ups. My work is to help both parents and children to recognize their cultural differences, while still maintaining healthy relationships. When I work with couples,...
*NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* As we journey through life at times it’s difficult to find balance, peace, and happiness. Experiencing current stressors and past tribulations can challenge us with overwhelming feelings and distress. In my practice I work to assist in navigating hardships and regain confidence in developing a positive well-being. Using support, guidance, and empowerment I ...
Grief is hard! It can be the most painful and difficult challenge in life. You do not have to remain in pain. You can heal and feel better after a loss or trauma. With proper information and support, I witness post traumatic growth in clients. It is my specialty to come along side grievers, help them complete the emotional work causing pain and help them rebuild their lives after a loss. l teac...
Struggles in life can leave you feeling overwhelmed and stuck in sadness. I enjoy helping individuals, couple and families navigate life's struggles and relationship challenges. I work with clients with a variety of concerns such as depression, anxiety, panic, relationship and grief issues. I also have experience with helping post-affair couples. I have facilitated group workshops on relationsh...
I am interested in using your inherent strengths to help you overcome any issues, or changes you seek in your life. I have specific experience in working with adolescents, children, and their families, with a focus on; anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse. I focus on client centered goals, and meet my clients where they are at. What do you want to achieve? How do you envision your life? What...
I am currently practicing in Pasadena, CA and also work at a psychiatric facility serving the severely mentally ill and legally committed. As I'm originally from South Korea, cultural sensitivity is of importance. My view of human condition stems from a Zen concept of "suffering" and "transience of life." I believe that suffering is an inescapable human condition and yet a basis for growth....
You have a hard time coping with anxiety and feeling secure in your relationships. So what gets in the way? You're afraid of confrontation, so you avoid talking about what's really bothering you. This makes saying "no" difficult, so you end up putting other's needs first. You do this because you worry that if you let people know how you feel, they'll get mad and reject you. Because of this fear...
Lisa Wiedenhaupt works with both individuals and families. Prominently, I specialize in working with pre-teen, teen, and young adult age groups to explore identity, trauma, and self-care. Traveling to different cities around the US, I have been working with teens and pre-teens hosting support groups to help give a free space for adolescents to explore emotions, adoption related topics, and...
Choosing a psychotherapist can feel daunting. People often enter therapy during times of vulnerability. At a time when you are potentially feeling overwhelmed with stress, anxiety, anger, sadness, or depression it can be challenging to trust a stranger with all these feelings and intimate details about your life. I view my role as a therapist as being able to fully understand your experience an...
NOVEMBER 2020: CURRENTLY FULL My intention is for you to feel safe bringing all parts of yourself into our sessions. All of you - all feelings, all identities - are welcome. Only in a relationship of relative safety & non-judgement can growth happen. I maintain that YOU are the expert on you and as such I take a client-centered, collaborative, and relational approach to therapy. I will use our...
I hold an assumption that the contexts of people's lives are integral in understanding both the problems that they are up against, as well as the knowledge they have in spite of those challenges. I think about people as more than the obstacles that constrain their lives. Rather than focusing on getting to the bottom or the root of an issue, I am interested in asking questions that can help you...
Do you feel like the same scene is playing out in your life over and over again, but an inability to change the script? Do you feel powerless in managing confusing and intense feelings and difficulty in understanding why you feel this way? I am a psychotherapist specializing in trauma-focused treatments for children, adults, and couples. I believe that most people who walk into the therapist's...
