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
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Welcome and thank you for your interest in my services. I work with clients who need assistance with issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, life transitions, psychospiritual issues, and other mental and emotional challenges. I believe that we all have the capacity to heal and need encouragement on the path to healing and wholeness. My therapeutic modalities include: expressi...
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People begin seeing a therapist for many reasons--you may be experiencing overwhelming stress, feeling a sense of hopelessness or loss of meaning in your life, living with painful grief, coping with traumatic past or present events, suffering in relationships, or simply feeling "stuck." In our sessions together, you and I will explore your goals, wishes, feelings, and concerns, with the aim of...
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I practice from an insight-oriented, collaborative, and individualized approach to meet the unique needs of each person I work with. I strive to provide a supportive and accepting space for my patients to feel heard and understood while also feeling challenged to experiment with new ways of thinking, feeling and relating. My hope is that therapy can be useful in providing tools to relieve...
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I am a Licensed Therapist and Life Coach. I strive to provide gentle, non-judgmental and compassionate support, yet will also challenge you to grow and evolve into the best person you can be. Through thoughtful inquiry and investigation into your personal challenges we will explore those places that keep you stuck. If you are seeking to grow personally, professionally, creatively, emotionally, ...
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I always feel honored when others entrust their story with me, and it is my goal to offer a safe, supportive environment in which to do so. I provide individual therapy to adults, some of whom may be experiencing a significant life transition. Others may be managing acute or chronic symptoms that have affected their quality of life. I commonly work with issues related to depression, anxiety,...
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Barbara E. Hines is a licensed professional counselor with over 25 years of experience in the field of community mental health. She holds a Masters degree from Syracuse University in rehabilitation counseling and a Masters degree in public administration from New York University. She is also an Accredited Clinical Supervisor. She has been employed in outpatient and residential settings in New Y...
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