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
If you’re introspective and curious we have the groundwork for change. Fluent in Farsi (as well as English) I offer treatment to diverse group of culture, gender and creative communities. Most of my practice entails young professionals and college graduates. However, any life transition is an area to explore when it puts identity to a challenge. I have found the most promising trait in...
Being a parent, husband, brother, son, and friend are the relationships I am most proud of and invested in my life. I have a highly sensitive and intuitive nature. I embrace the masculine and the feminine in my life and work. I value my open, empathic heart, and sense of humor. I am passionate about spending time in wild places. I build authentic therapeutic relationships with clients and use...
As the director of Guide Therapy Services, my mission is to tailor an individualized environment where you can cultivate well-being, re-align with your intuition, and use a healthy self-understanding to further your advancement of effectively moving towards your needs and goals. In practice, I incorporate current evidenced-based research on the connections that exist between emotional and physi...
Being felt, heard and seen are healthy, natural and essential needs throughout our lives. The therapeutic relationship is a unique and healing one and has the potential to transform our earliest relational patterns and unconscious attempts at repair. I bring my presence, deep, active listening, attentiveness, curiosity and positive regard to individuals and couples seeking therapy. Applying my...
Ms. Cindy M. Gordon, LICSW is a graduate of the Boston College Graduate School of Social Work. Ms. Gordon possesses extensive supervisory, administrative, clinical, training and teaching experience. Ms. Gordon enjoys working with multicultural populations with a variety of clinical presentations. Her areas of clinical interest and expertise include; crisis intervention, trauma, addictions and w...
Are you feeling alone, stuck, or overwhelmed trying to figure out what to do next? During these difficult times, I provide a safe and comfortable space for you to talk openly. Everyone has the ability to facilitate change from within, and I can help you understand where to begin. Counseling does not have to be never-ending, and my goal is to provide you with the skills to start developing your ...
I strive to remain trauma-informed and anti-oppressive in my approach, and I am committed to safety, openness and care in my practice. As an Australian born to immigrant parents and now settled in New York City, I have personal experience in coping with cross cultural transition. I am curious and sensitive to how race, ethnicity, and gender influence our being in the world, and mindful of this ...
( English | español ) There are many challenging life events that can leave you feeling overwhelmed, unable to sleep, having a hard time starting or getting through the day, all without improvement. You may have experienced trauma. You may had multiple losses of significant people, relationships or employment. You may have turned to drugs, alcohol, sex to help you cope but these are having a...
Felicia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and has been providing therapy since 2004. Her clinical experience includes working with children, teenagers, and adults in a school setting, residential treatment milieu, community mental health, and a university counseling center. Felicia graduated with a Bachelors in Social Science from the National University of Singapore majoring in Social Work,...
I am a bi-racial, bi-cultural psychotherapist who has extensive experience working with multiple marginalized states of otherness, including pansexual and gender non-conforming identities. I work psychodynamically, but more specifically from a trauma-based, attachment/ object relations modality. Within my training, I also integrate anti-racist, critical and feminist theories, as well as behavio...
No one should have to face any of life's challenges on their own, and that is how therapy can be helpful. Creating sustainable change, helping others to feel heard and understood, and working collaboratively to meet goals are main priorities for me in the therapy process. I have worked extensively with children, adolescents/teens, adults, families, and couples to meet their individual goals and...
~Currently at client capacity ~"Change is inevitable, Growth is optional!” It is believed that even though we and the society around us are constantly changing, taking the initiative to learn and grow helps us to understand the world and ourselves better. This phrase has driven my passion for self awareness and growth, and is what compels me to take a deeper dive into the realm of Professional...
I enjoy tailoring my approach and creating a warm, welcoming environment for work with clients who have a variety of concerns that may lead them to seek counseling including anxiety, depression, trauma,identity development, LGBTQ+ concerns, adjustment to new life stressors, stress management, grief and loss, body image concerns, and working with those who are going through the process for...
I work with clients experiencing relationship issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and marriage and family concerns. I work from an interpersonal, attachment-based, and systemic perspective, informed by body awareness and mindfulness practices. In the container of a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship, we will build awareness of your process--physical, mental, emotional...
( English | español ) I believe individuals are experts in their lives and hope to facilitate conversations where people can learn to navigate their own story. I'm passionate about working with anyone who is impacted by cancer, immigration, and first-generation American-related matters. I offer inclusive and supportive therapy for individuals, couples, and families in English and Spanish. I see...
