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
Having problems reaching the fulfillment you have been working for? Do you strive to "get it all done," get a lot done, but still hit the pillow feeling as if it wasn't enough or as if you aren't enough? In the chaotic world we live in today, it is hard to reach that place of healing, self-fulfillment and achievement - but just because it is hard, that doesn't mean it is impossible. Whether it'...
Are you feeling overwhelmed or facing a difficult transition in your life? I provide counseling to individuals and couples. I specialize in working on couple’s relationship issues and individuals wanting to bring harmony and stability into their lives. I am a licensed social worker with more than 10 years of experience working with couples and families. Con mucho gusto atiendo a las familias qu...
-LGBTQ issues, Gender identity and expression,Mood and anxiety disorders, Elder and caregiver issues, Sexual compulsivity and sex positivity issues. Chris Medeiros is in private practice and has been a psychotherapist since 1990, working at a variety of settings from clinics to academia. He works with adult individuals and groups. His approach incorporates mindfulness/self-compassion practice,...
My name is Alissa Zucker MA, LAC and I have been working in Substance Use disorder services for the last 10 years. I received my Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Metropolitan State College in 2008 and a Master's Degree in Applied Psychology from Regis University in 2015. Alissa is a Licensed Addiction Counselor in the State of Colorado and has passed both the NCAC II and MAC exams to be...
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker offering individual and couples therapy. I have experience in treating mood disorders, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, grief and loss, and relationship issues. I tailor my approach according to the needs and strengths of the client, combining psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral theories. I provide an attentive, honest, and non-judgmental therapeuti...
**Not currently accepting new clients** Are you dealing with stress and anxiety regarding COVID-19? Do you find yourself overwhelmed with daily life challenges and transitions? Relationship issues? Conflict at work? Are you searching for a sense of peace that seems to be missing in your life? If so, we can work together to explore the challenges that you're facing and develop a plan to address...
“Perhaps the greatest risk any of us will ever take is to be seen as we really are.” Cinderella Hello my name is Chavonne Wagner I am dual diagnosing counselor, Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor in the state of Ohio. I have experience working in private, and public school setting with children with behavioral issues from ages 5-18. I also counsel adults...
When life feels overwhelming we may need to slow down, ask for support, be still, and ground ourselves. I offer an environment to do just that; to explore with gentleness and compassion, the aspects of ourselves that need our kindness the most. I believe that you are the expert in your own life, and my goal is to support you in tapping into your own rich resources that bring clarity, strength,...
I want to commend you for coming this far! I know how hard it is to acknowledge that help is needed in order to feel emotionally balanced and whole. If in fact managing stressors within daily life has become overwhelming to you, you are in the right place. As your therapist, I can help you to find a new path through distressing life transitions, work/life balance, childhood/adulthood trauma's,...
My first priority in working with clients is to provide a unique space where they can feel safe to share all parts of themselves openly and honestly. I see the therapeutic alliance as the birthplace for growth and change. Therefore, developing a trusting, collaborative relationship is vital. To facilitate this, I encourage clients to feel free to discuss any material they want in session....
Often, the first step towards changing your life is to find the right support. Asking for help can feel vulnerable, so my goal is to provide a space in which you feel seen and heard without judgement. Together, we can create a therapeutic relationship that fosters the self-love, introspection and efficacy needed to create positive transformations, and work through any issues that may be causing...
You may be experiencing an aching sense of sadness or fear because deep down inside, you feel that you aren’t good enough. You want to connect with others and engage fully in life but you second guess yourself at every turn. Maybe you learned to be critical of yourself from your parents; or, perhaps you never had space to be yourself because you had to take care of others, which left you feelin...
Through co-creating a supportive environment that offers you opportunities for self reflection and gentle challenge, I will work with you to recognize the ways that painful and/or traumatic experiences have shaped your sense of value and impact your ways of relating to yourself and others. I support and stand alongside all who are survivors of emotional, sexual and/or physical violence and stri...
( English | español ) I am a bilingual and bicultural therapist from Mexico with a master’s degree in counseling psychology. I believe helping a person heal and reach their full potential is both a blessing and a privilege, thus I offer a healing process filled with compassion, authenticity, warmth, and a non judgmental attitude. With a psychodynamic therapy framework, I provide different...
At East End Mental Health, we believe in the integrative approach to behavioral health and psychiatric care. We offer our clients comprehensive array of treatment options which include individual psychotherapy, couples counseling, psychotherapy groups, psychiatric evaluations, psychopharmacotherapies, and laboratory diagnostic/genetic testing services. My role as your psychotherapist is to help...
