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
During life’s trying times what we need most is a helpful hand, a caring heart, and a world full of compassion; a little support can go a long way. Imagine what a lot of support, clear direction, and strength can do? As your therapist, I can help you brave through life’s most challenging storms. With my help, we’ll weather the storm together and I’ll guide you to that beautiful rainbow on the...
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I provide psychotherapy to individuals who want to experience lasting change. Be it growing a sturdier self, making better decisions, learning to navigate relationships or life in general, or finding a reason to live, I can help. Unresolved difficult past or present experiences can keep you anxious, confused, bored, depressed, overwhelmed, or stuck in defeating patterns, making a meaningful...
( English | 中文 ) I provide a warm and understanding atmosphere without judgment and pressure. Our work together is going to be about you and for you. I am not here to tell you what to do but allow you to become the owner of your life and regain the power of choice. You will be invited to explore through using traditional means of therapy(talk therapy) or more creative ways such as drama and...
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Therapy is a choice. Sometimes making the most difficult choice is about taking care of ourselves. It's important to prioritize you. Isn't it time to choose YOU? Adulthood can be hard and it's important that we have the support to work through the issues that we struggle within. I work with individuals and couples who want to empower, strengthen and improve their lives for the better....
I am a culturally informed person of color and an ANXIETY and CHILD/FAMILY EXPERT. I am a licensed clinical psychologist in Portland with over 10 years of clinical experience. I offer psychotherapy and psychological/educational testing to children, teens, and adults. I work from a client-centered approach utilizing evidence-based treatment approaches. I specialize in Anxiety Disorders, Trauma,...
Your decision to enter into therapy is probably one of the most important personal decisions you've ever made. Finding the right therapist, therefore, is a critical consideration. With over twenty years of experience, I have been effectively assisting individuals resolve the entire range of personal and interpersonal challenges. Are you experiencing depression, anxiety, loss, unhealthy...
