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
Addiction, relationship problems, and other mental health can be difficult to deal with on your own. Getting help from a professional is often stigmatized and considered a sign of weakness. We believe asking for help is courageous and life changing. Taking that first step is the first step into a healthier and happier you. Diverse Minds Counseling understands that carving out an hour from week ...
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Caregivers want their children to thrive. However, parenting can be tough and modern life can overwhelm children and their families. Is your child overly anxious or struggles with low self-esteem? Or does your child experience repeated angry outbursts? Maybe your child has a hard time sitting still and focusing or your family is going through a divorce and you are worried on how to best support...
( English | español ) In my private practice, I aim to help professionals and young adults with their personal and professional struggles, navigating life transitions, intersecting identities and family difficulties. I am one of the few mental health providers in the DC area trained by the American Diabetes Association (ADA) and prior to private practice, I worked at Children’s Hospital Los...
Every individual is unique and has a background of unique life experiences. I desire to help people explore how these experiences have influenced them to help find solutions, renew insight and learn valuable lessons about themselves. Counseling is a journey that once committed to can help people develop into healthier individuals, family members, friends, employees and members of society. For 5...
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Are you a modern single, spouse, or parent - struggling & worried about your future? Perhaps you've fallen into relationships out of a desire to be with someone? Does going to work or tolerating people seem impossible? Are you having trouble connecting with family and friends? The answers you are looking for are so close - that's where I step in to act as the Happiness Locator! I'm Desiree N....
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers. My approach to therapy is a thoughtful look into the relationship between self and others. Therapy is a place to explore what has worked, failed, and what is still unknown in our lives. I am driven to create close and genuine connections with the individuals who frequent my office, no matter what the circumstances. I believe that you are the wisest healer of your life; I...
My client can struggle with stressors such as substance use to high-"functioning" depression; individuals that are 'going through the motions' to maintain their day-to-day life, inside they’re screaming. In recognizing the the void in care and understanding of marginalized persons' my approach in counseling is to provide emotional insight and reframing maladaptive thinking patterns through...
My mission is to empower girls and women to face life’s opportunities and challenges in ways that foster resilience and enrich their interpersonal relationships and communities. I work with adolescents, young adults, pregnant and new parents, and early career professionals as they face social and academic pressures, navigate difficult relationships, and develop an identity that is authentic to...
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I operate from a holistic approach and focus on creating a custom experience to each individual client. I believe that building a strong, mutually beneficial, therapeutic relationship is one of the most important aspects of therapy. I welcome people from all walks of life and pride myself in creating a liberated space for my clients. I understand my clients concerns and work with them to create...
I am accepting new clients that need help in improving the type of individuals they attract & date, childhood abuse, struggling with LGBTQ issues, couples having issues, on the brink of or filed for divorce or needing coparenting help, those who are stressed, anxious or depressed and those experiencing sexual issues. If you're apprehensive about therapy, know that even if you've had a bad...
