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
I don't believe that therapy has to be painful and it should not induce shame. I practice in a way that will invite you to name what is important to you and together we will discover, recover and enlist available resources that will help you address the problems in your life. Based on your feedback, we may make adjustments in what we talk about, how we talk about it, or what words we use to...
( English | español ) *Hola. Todavía estoy aceptando nuevos clientes, pero solamente por telesalud.* As your counselor, I will work to create a space for you to feel welcomed, protected and cared for. You will find the freedom to bring your truest self: all of your joys, shame and pain. Here we will walk together-at your pace-towards a deeper understanding of yourself in order to build an...
*I am only accepting new clients for parenting consultation and individual adult therapy at this time* I trained locally at UCSF's Child Trauma Research Program and at Children's Hospital/Research Center Oakland. I work with children and teens individually or in family therapy, and I also see young adults. My talk and play therapy interventions are grounded in a strengths-based, collaborative, ...
For the past 18 years, I have journeyed with individuals, couples and families through conflict in social services. Many of our current problematic behaviors, thoughts and worldviews, have their root in past relationships or experiences that were emotionally, or psychologically damaging. In our work together, I'll help you to explore and overcome some of these emotional and psychological blocks...
Life involves challenges that can leave us feeling unfulfilled, confused, or even inadequate. Each of us has the qualities and skills to face challenges and improve our lives. We are capable of and worth more than we give ourselves credit for. There are times when our challenges keep us from recognizing this within ourselves, and therapy proves beneficial. If you feel you are not prepared to...
I provide a safe, supportive space for couples and individuals. We negotiate together how to optimize your experience of living life, your relationships, your work, and we continue to build on that. I believe that we all have the capacity to heal and build the life that we want to live. I have a wide range in training. I have been specifically training in Emotion-Focused Therapy, Motivational...
Life is hard. In times of transition, I believe in the power of counseling to support you in feeling better and gaining stability. My background in genetic counseling and psychology provides me with a unique lens to support you. I am a strength-based psychologist, who is person-centered in my counseling. What this means for you is that I have a strong belief in your ability to grow and change i...
My practice involves treatment for adults and children using Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) applying mindfulness-based techniques along with integrative therapy that employs body and mind approach based on each client's specific needs. The counseling process is a journey to gain awareness, to restore sufficient inner strengths, and to heal the pains, which enable one to make desired changes...
*Accepting new clients* I welcome working with adults and families who suffer from trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, anger management, and life transitional issues. I also embrace working with men's issues, executive professionals, families, and athletes w/ performance issues. My wish is to assist in guiding you through life's journey. My approach to treatment begins through a...
I provide a integrative & creative counseling approach to therapy which creates a space for clients to feel encouraged, gain insight and self discovery. Sometimes life can take us through tough times which I like to call a life transition period. Whether it is in your career, relationships, or self perception(ie. body-image). Life's transitions or hang ups may cause anxiety, shame, peer pressur...
Choosing the right therapist is such an important decision and you deserve someone who you can trust is the right fit for you. Are you dealing with anxiety? Feeling overwhelmed by stress and burnout? Are your relationships at the breaking point? If so, I can help. I see individual women, ages 18+ (no couples or families at this time) where I offer a warm, non-judgmental counseling approach and...
One of the biggest predictors for the success of therapy is your relationship with your counselor. I take your goals seriously and strive to guide each person in finding a solution that works for them. Each journey is a unique experience. I am a two-time graduate from The University of Georgia (no worries, I see fans of other SEC teams but may require you to say "GoDawgs" prior to session) with...
Seeking therapy can often be a scary and confusing decision to make. If you are experiencing difficulties in life that seem overwhelming or you feel stuck in a rut, I can be the person that will join you on the path to figuring out what step to take next. My approach to therapy is integrative and I work collaboratively with my clients to create a treatment plan that is unique to each individual...
No matter where you're at in life, there can be a lot of challenges that increase or cause distress. From having difficulty communicating with family members to struggling with adapting to life's changes. From challenges in developing healthy peer relationships to dealing with conflict within your support group. We are all dealing with so many changes in our lives, it can become overwhelming...
I often speak with survivors of sexual abuse who-- perhaps like you-- have focused for the better part of their life on their education, their career, their marriage, or on caring for their children. They thought they had “gotten over it,” that the abuse they suffered has been locked away tightly enough...but inside they know it continues as an undercurrent in their life. When feelings surface,...
