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
My name is Sauda Welch and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Intuitive Healer with a focus on integrating mental, physical, and spiritual processes for holistic growth and healing. Coming from a wellness perspective, I believe everyone already has the tools for healing. Clients learn to identify, confront, and develop all aspects of themselves that cause distress and find the...
Most of my clients are young adults/ young professionals who are seeking assistance managing emotions and dealing with change. This can involve: helping young adults navigate feelings of "imposture syndrome", understnding self a part from parents, or assisting young professional manage feelings of stress, anxiety, or loneliness. Many clients like to involve their faith in session, while utilizi...
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the District of Columbia. My goal is to support you in capitalizing on your strengths in order to experience life to the fullest. I understand that creating growth requires emotional resilience, and is a life-long commitment. Working with individuals in creating new perspectives, and with couples in creating shared meaning is my commitment to you. Let m...
Hi! My name is Raquel, and I am a licensed therapist in your area. I specialize in issues including trauma, childhood trauma, anxiety, depression, and relational issues (including couples therapy and family therapy). I have a background in health care, and acquired additional experience by working with the court systems (Department of Juvenile Justice & Family Court), academic success planning...
I am a doctoral level professional clinical counselor, physical therapist, certified professional coach and (RYT), with expertise in individual, group, and relationship therapy. I have been working with infertility for over 25 years and certified as a pre-term developmental specialist. I am a member of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine, and the American Physical Therapy Association...
( English | español ) Throughout her several years of practicing therapy, Diana specializes in couples, families and individuals struggling with communication, infidelity, anxiety, relationships, and co-parenting. Additionally, she helps clients understand patterns of behavior that permit negative outcomes such as codependency and enabling, which maintain the problem. She also works with famili...
Whether you are working on improving a relationship, making tough decisions, breaking unhealthy patterns, or your individual challenge, you can and deserve to accomplish it. I help my clients to identify patterns within past struggles and unhealthy behavior, as well as within their success stories. Drawing upon cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic and strength-based theories, I will support you...
I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been working to transform the lives of others in the behavioral health arena since 2003. I've worked to advocate and provide services to a diverse clientele which includes veterans, refugees, adolescents, families, persons suffering from a variety of mental illnesses and substance abusing individuals. I hold the belief that wellness and change can b...
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, upset, scared, angry, or feeling out of control. Therapy can be used as a vehicle to help you recover from difficult issues. Attending therapy can evoke feelings of uncertainty, a fear of sharing personal information, and a book stack of positive and negative thoughts. In fact, it is normal to have these concerns. The best therapy outcomes that I have foun...
I work with couples and individuals from all walks of life, but a common theme is that most of my clients feel stuck. Some feel stuck in their romantic relationships while others struggle with sexual difficulties. Some are stuck trying to figure out who they are and what they want out of life, and some know what they want but are having difficulty taking the next step. I want to help you get...
**Offering video/phone sessions** I am a UCLA assistant professor of psychiatry and a vibrant clinical psychologist who is sensitive and caring. My practice is mainly focused on treating individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, and life change, and I also work with couples and families who want to improve communication. I work by helping people find inner strengths, acquire new...
( English | español ) *** I offer Teletherapy *** Most insurance plans cover teletherapy the same as in-person! *** I have worked in many different settings and have a well-rounded, holistic view of therapy. This view includes building a strengths-focused relationship, which promotes exploration and openness to new experiences. I like to maintain a variety of different ways to help clients, so ...
People experiencing life changes often experience anxiety or depression. Issues of oppression, trauma, sexuality, family of origin, relationship problems as well as child growth and development can compound existing struggles. Sometimes children and families need additional support and resources. I see counseling as a collaborative effort between counselor and client. After a careful evaluation...
Hearing people's stories is what I truly love to do. That is why I became a counselor. That is what I would want to spend my time doing even if it wasn't my career. Human beings are complex, that is true. And we are beautiful in endless ways, good when all is stripped away, and valuable beyond anything else in all of creation. To know and be known is one of the sweetest experiences of life. Alo...
With 14 different therapists, each with their own theoretical approach and preferences, we are able to help support individuals and families experiencing a wide array of difficulties in their lives. Additionally, Parasol Wellness Collaborative therapists are unique in the their ability to collaborate with professionals from complementary healing disciplines. We work closely with yoga instructor...
