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
Do you struggle with low anxiety, self-esteem, or self-criticism? Are you tired of feeling like there's something wrong with you or that you're not good enough? Through a mindfulness-based, somatic, and trauma-sensitive approach, I support you in exploring your experience with curiosity and compassion, so that you can let go of limiting beliefs about yourself, feel at home in your own skin, and...
I enjoy meeting clients right where they are and partnering with them to consider and predict the natural consequences which come to bear based on choices. My approach to therapy integrates mindfulness with solution-focused and reality-based approaches. Often we are driven into counseling either by an internal or external demand which no longer allows us to exist as we are. Counseling is about...
As a therapist I utilize a Person Centered style to encourage clients to feel comfortable and safe to participe in a healing therapeutic growth process. Please do visit my website at pleveltherapy.com. I encourage and facilitate clients to be open expressing various thoughts and feelings. I believe in having unconditional positive regard, congruence, and empathy for all clients. I also enjoy...
Macy (co-founder of Center for Mindful Families) is an Adoption-Competent therapist who is also an adoptee. Licensed in FL & NJ (video-only sessions for clients in NJ). She's passionate about providing therapy to teens & adults who need help navigating post-adoption issues, trauma, anxiety, grief, depression & stress from life transitions. She also specializes in working with LGBTQ+ teens & adu...
Are you feeling stuck -- whether it's due to anxiety, a change in life circumstances, or relationship issues -- because you've reached the limits of what you can figure out on your own? If you’re willing to show up, I’m here to help. I bring compassionate, solution-focused therapy and 20 years of experience to adults looking to break through barriers that are getting in the way of overcoming...
(Currently not accepting new patients) Life can be complicated and I hope you feel that you never have to face the difficult issues alone. I have spent over 10 years of my career helping and providing support and guidance to children, adults, and older adults in a clinical and hospital setting. My passion is helping children and adults navigate the challenges and pressures that life can bring. ...
I love playing a role in helping client’s navigate their life’s challenges. If you are in the midst of a challenge and feeling lost, the first thing I want you to know is that there is hope and new possibilities on the other side. And, trust me, during my 30 years of experience working through these challenges with adolescents, families, couples, individuals, I’ve witnessed this time and time...
*** As of 11 August 2020** Please note I will be out of the office for the rest of the month of August. No new referrals will be taken during this time. A light waiting list has been started and triaging this list will begin in the middle of September 2020. Raising Wellness LCSW Services grew out of the need to cultivate healing and growth for many in our growing community in Upstate New York....
I have been working with infants, children and families for more than 35 years. I have worked in community Mental Health centers and private practice.I have been a teacher and supervisor of Social Workers and Psychologists My goal in working with child and parent(s),is to improve communication between all family members. I begin with the premise that behavior has meaning. Together we work to ma...
I believe while therapists may be the experts of therapy, clients are the experts of themselves. Part of what this means is that you are responsible for your energy and direction of the treatment process. I will help you develop and facilitate your goals, and then you will be the one responsible for doing the work. This could mean there is work to be done between sessions, collaboration with ot...
Mishaps, uncontrollable circumstances, relationships, personal experiences, all contribute to our development. At any age or stage in life, stunted growth and development may occur. Finding the courage and trust to explore our inner selves is never easy. Finding the right person to help you through your journey can be equally challenging. If unconditional, nonjudgemental support is what you see...
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 10 years of experience. I specialize in the treatment of substance use, anxiety, and depressive disorders utilizing motivational strategies. My work with you will help you examine maladaptive patterns and behaviors that have prevented optimal functioning and a pursuit of wellness. Our work together will focus on identifying these patterns and help...
During this time of uncertainty and isolation, you may find old and new challenges rising up, forgoing self-care, and leaning into anxiety and depression. Therapy can feel like one more thing to do on top of a list of have to's. This is the perfect time to reach out and know someone is there to listen and attend to your worries and concerns. You have the opportunity to find and listen to your...
( English | español ) Hello, and thank you for stopping by. If you would like an update to your personal “GPS" via counseling, you may like speaking to me. Change is a process and I will do my best to help you clarify your challenges or problems. I could help you create a plan and support you in making decisions big or small to improve your quality of life. I have been told that I am genuine an...
