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 am full and not accepting new clients at this time.** Welcome to Knowledge of Therapeutic Services! A psycho therapeutic practice with the sole mission of meeting you where you are and supporting you on your journey to psychological, physical, emotional, and spiritual wellness. I work with a wide array of clients from those seeking help to address everyday life stressors to those suffering...
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Greetings, my name is April Adams Edwards a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Missouri. I have over 15 years of experience providing direct care to youth, families, and communities. I established my private practice in 2012 and have been working with issues such as trauma, depression, anxiety relationships and family of origin conflicts. I'm an empathetic professional who...
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