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 offer a non-judgmental, compassionate, and encouraging environment to assist LGBTQ BIPOC individuals through whatever difficulties they may be confronting. Together we will collaboratively explore tools and strategies that will help you feel better about yourself, have better relationships, and experience more joy. I am a bilingual, bicultural, queer Afro-Latina cis-woman. In my practice, I...
Connection to oneself and others is vital to staying awake and alive. Therapy is about creating a space where you can explore that connection and see that pain can be used as an opportunity for repair. Therapy is one way that you can work to gain insight, practice caring for yourself and produce meaningful change. Whatever the reason for you coming in, I hope to help through collaboration and...
Sometimes life can be challenging, and you need support from an expert to help you feel better. I can help you recover from depression, bipolar disorder, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, OCD, panic disorders, grief/ loss, trauma, low self-esteem, academic stress, career counseling, social identity concerns (racial, ethnic, sexual), interpersonal issues, relationship problems, and family...
Would you like to have a more fulfilling life? Do you ever feel alone in your struggles? We all feel like this sometimes and could use some help finding answers. I can develop a unique treatment plan based on the specific circumstances of your life. Please allow me to help you identify ways to bring more success to your life. Reaching for help is the brave first step toward getting what you've...
Welcome to our journey of healing and transformation which begins by taking the first valiant steps into our deep pain and suffering. Through this brave movement, each step becomes a full adventure of self-discovery where who you once were, will be integrated into who you will now become. Together we create a sacred space in which the therapeutic relationship is paramount and the foundational...
I have felt so honored to see my client's reach goals they once thought were impossible. My goal is to cultivate a warm and inviting atmosphere, judgement free, and focused completely on your needs. My clients include, but are not exclusive to, preteens, individuals with depression and anxiety, couples, and families. I am currently working on my doctorate at Sam Houston State University and wil...
Unfortunately I am unable to schedule new clients at this time. To introduce, as a psychologist I provide evidence-based therapy that is person-centered. This means that I use my clinical expertise to actively treat the concerns that are bringing you into therapy in ways that are tailored specifically to you. When meeting with me, you can expect to be treated with warmth as a whole person who h...
Feeling lost, confused or hurting? Let's talk. The first step to healing is understanding that there is hope. The second step to healing is finding that hope. Let me assist you on your journey to finding that hope. I have experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and believe that we all have strengths within us to help us overcome our challenges. I believe that mental health ...
I am honored to be part of our beautiful Ventura County, characterized by courage, care and community. My client-centered approach is a balance of compassion, empathy and open-mindedness. My clients include children as young as 3 years, families, teenagers, young and middle-aged adults, and the healthy aging population who are curious about their suffering, hopelessness, experiences of trauma,...
Are you the first generation American born in your family?or first college graduate? Do you feel a cultural divide sometimes between how you feel and who you should be? Your identity shapes who you are, how you feel, and the actions you take. If you are not being true to yourself it can affect your mental health and cause you undesired emotional pain affecting your quality of life. Which might...
Are you constantly feeling anxious or sad? Do you find your thoughts or your heart won't stop racing? You're having headaches. You feel overwhelmed, irritable, and anxious. You're tired of feeling stressed about life. Even though certain aspects of your life look great, there are a few things on the inside that you're not happy. You find yourself trying to find ANY solution like prayer, self-he...
Hello! My name is Maria R. Hall, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with many years of experience as a therapist. I am fluent both in English and Spanish, and take pride in my ability to relate to people from all walks of life in a caring and healing way. I encourage self compassion and mindfulness as part of self care. My approach to therapy includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy,...
My ideal client would be someone who is open, willing and ready to begin work on healing and is dedicated to the process of change. This includes any individual, couple or family who has relationship, familial or faith issues. peoples of all ethnicity, cultural/sub-culture backgrounds, of diverse socioeconomic status, of any faith or agnostic/atheist, any sexual orientation or political...
I am dedicated to serving individuals, couples and families. I have found a passion for helping couples create an empowered/committed relationship and/or heal from betrayal. As individuals we deal with a variety of complex issues. I provide a safe place to explore the roots of these problems while offering a plethora of tools and strategies to cope and find the light again. Families are complex...
We each have within us a spark, though it may become dimmed or buried deeply through life's trials and trauma. Fortunately, with proper guidance and support, everyone has insight and wisdom within to grow and ignite their innate radiance, to embrace healing and growth. As a spiritually-based holistic wellbeing practitioner, I offer a dynamic approach to healing for each individual, by drawing o...
