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'm a body-oriented, ritual-honoring, experiential kind of therapist. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, the stresses of everyday life or the aftermath of trauma, we will focus on both alleviating your immediate sources of distress and increase your sense of safety, security and well-being. As a holistically and somatic-oriented therapist, I believe it is important to integrat...
**Currently having a waitlist for NEW clients** Fiona Chen, LCSW, has been working in the mental health field for over 10 years. She is passionate in enhancing clients self care, self esteem, and self motivation, by using a compassionate and non-judgmental approach. She believes in empowering individuals to identify and achieve their goals. She has a multicultural background and is fluent in...
I have been practicing psychology in Washington State since 2009. As a clinical health psychologist I understand the role that the mind and body have on each other and have learned/fine tuned the mental and emotional strategies to not only improve emotional and mental well-being, but also have some positive effects on improving physical well-being. I provide psychological services to adults...
Whether it be the pursuit of change and growth, or difficulty coping with chronic physical, psychological, or social issues, seeking psychotherapy can be the first step towards achieving resilience, purpose, and a better quality of life. I work with individuals, families and couples to identify areas of improvement, foster change, cope with symptoms, and maintain progress. For many, a history o...
Psychotherapy isn't one size fits all. It's a unique relationship that develops and responds to your needs, life-experiences, ethnic/cultural identity, challenges and resources. You may be feeling stuck-repeating painful patterns, wanting to make changes but not knowing how. Or you're a survivor of sexual violence and the ways you've been coping aren't working anymore. I meet you where you are ...
The therapists at Insight Out Therapeutics believe that you should be treated to expedient and professional services that are custom tailored to YOUR needs. From Acute Stress Disorder to Transgender issues and every disorder in between, your treatment provider will ensure that they understand how your life is impacted by the issues that bring you to therapy. In session, YOU are the expert on yo...
The treatment of people with a variety of symptoms. If it is something I am not qualified to treat we can discuss that as well as other options. Skilled at treating families and people, starting the journey or struggling with the new and various roles of CAREGIVING, adults or aging parents. There are a number of reasons why people seek therapy or avoid it. I can help decide if this is the right...
Great psychotherapy doesn't require spending years on the couch. Our contemporary, action-oriented approach means we'll roll up our sleeves and get right to work, giving you meaningful, relevant input you can put to use in making changes today. Sure, you're likely seeking therapy because something isn't working in your life. We get that. But that doesn't mean you need someone to labels what's...
Feeling stuck, at a loss or not sure what direction you want your life to go in? If so, you’ve come to the right place. We can get stuck in the same place because we’re too nervous to take that first step or doubt that we can pull off the changes we want to make. I believe that we can feel better if we’re willing to do some things differently. I know that change can be hard. I also know that th...
At Pivotal Step Services we are pivoting from challenges. A male mental health provider that is a License Professional Counselor (LPC), and License Clinical Addiction Specialist (LCAS). Have been in the mental health field for over 18 years and licensed 8 of those years. Able to work with different populations, providing individual, couples, family therapy and substance abuse. Flexible schedule...
Hello, I'm glad you're taking the first step in seeking a therapist and I am hoping we get the opportunity to work together on your goals! I am on a mission to help my clients in any way that I can. I believe in unconditional compassion and use a client-centered approach as a way to promote growth and help clients of all races, genders, and cultures. I will strive to guide you or your family...
I am a relational therapist who supports people in their desire to live their best lives by tapping into their inner strengths and learning new strategies. I enjoy working creatively and collaboratively in individual and family sessions that focus on the whole person and the systems of which they are a part. Life is complex, and I bring a realistic, empathetic, and non-judgemental presence to...
My name is Shamar Young a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and founder of Our Community Counseling, LLC. As a native of Bridgeport, CT, I am very familiar with the needs of urban youth populations and was confronted as a teen with life's decisions and consequences. I hold a Masters in Social Work (MSW) from Fordham University in NYC with a concentration in Client-Centered Management. Our Communi...
I have 11+ years experience treating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), abuse (physical, emotional, mental and sexual), anxiety, depression, oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), conduct disorder, family therapy, autism (asperger's), and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). I enjoy working with families and individuals of all ages, especially children and adolescents. I have specialized...
I am passionate about helping others reach their true potential and I am incredibly excited to have the opportunity to work with you to overcome mental health problems, trauma, grief and loss, relationship problems and other life struggles and transitions. Individuals from all backgrounds are welcome - care is confidential and non-judgmental. My goal is to help you become the best possible vers...
