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
Counselors at Thrive Counseling LMHC want to support you in reaching your mental health goals. We serve children, families and adults. Special services are offered for people who identify as trans*, gender non-conforming or LGBQ+. Jessica Pagan, MHC-LP (pictured in the profile) is currently accepting new clients! Thrive counselors use solution-focused brief therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy...
As a psychotherapist, I know that initiating change can be exciting and extremely challenging. I am dedicated to supporting you through the challenges that come along with the excitement of growing and changing. My commitment is to help you understand and accept all aspects of yourself, and to feel more connected to those around you. I use a highly empathetic, relationship-based approach, that ...
PLEASE NOTE: I AM NOT ACCEPTING NEW REFERRALS AT THIS TIME. MY APOLOGIES! My practice is rooted in the belief that positive relationships and connections with others, and with oneself, is the foundation of empowerment and success in life and love. Anxiety, mood management, and mindfulness techniques are areas of strength in my practice. Clarity about life purpose, life goals, productivity, and ...
We live in a complex multicultural world, in that complexity lies the intersection of our identity as individuals and the systemic oppression many women and people of color face. I am a mixed race, lesbian therapist, and I believe many factors negatively impact our ability to seek therapy and heal from small and/or complex trauma. In taking the step to further your healing journey, we work...
Do you take care of everyone and everything around you and still feel empty inside? Are you always striving for perfection but never feel good enough? Does your perception of yourself negatively impact your work or your relationships? I can help break unhealthy patterns and we will work collaboratively to discover the best version of yourself. My approach is nonjudgemental, down to earth and...
I strongly believe that all of us are programmed to move towards personal growth and healing. Over time, life experiences and new habits can get in the way and leave us feeling stuck or off track from what feels right. Within the safety and support of the therapeutic relationship, I help my clients increase awareness of these barriers and re-activate their internal healing mechanisms. I offer...
I am a license clinical social worker that has a wide range of experience in working with families, adolescence and adults. I also have experience in using many evidence based treatment modalities, that have had successful outcomes with various mood and personality disorders. I am culturally competent and able to meet and accept my clients with a positive regards with an in-dept understanding t...
Some people see therapy as a relationship, some people call it work, others see it as a commitment, and some use it to get relief. Regardless of how you want to describe your therapeutic process, the important thing is to celebrate that you're considering doing it....
Since 2012 I've been seeing clients at one of the highest rated hypnosis establishments in New York City. After five years of gaining some invaluable experience, I felt it was time to expand on my own and HEALnewyorkcity was born. I am currently certified by the National Guild of Hypnotists and the International Association of Counselors and Therapists. I specialize in change work that utilizes...
Here you are thinking you want something to change but you are not sure exactly how. You are feeling anger, sadness, hopelessness, frustration intensely. These feelings arenot going away despite talking to friends / family. Your diet and sleep have not been the same. You're avoiding events, places, people because you survived trauma(s) and you're having flashbacks, nightmares, or even feeling...
"What's wrong with me" "I'm tired of this" "No one understands me" "Will things stay like this forever", are these some of the thoughts that run through your head? If so I am here to help you understand and assist you in getting a better understanding of what is going on in your life. For some of us life can bring some significant challenges, stressors or transitions that just have "you stuck" ...
I work with children, adolescents, adults and groups. I practice with an eclectic approach combining Rogerian, Adlerian, Motivational Interviewing and a number of other evidence based techniques. I open to ALL people; wherever they are on their journey in life. I respect all spiritual beliefs. We can work together to find healing from within. LGBTQA...
I believe in the power of strong relationships. Whether you are seeking to improve your relationship with yourself, your spouse, your children, or others, therapy can help you work toward the growth you are hoping for. The decision to go to therapy can be daunting, and I am committed to doing all I can to make our meetings worthwhile. I prioritize forming an honest, compassionate, and empowerin...
As a therapist, I can help you understand yourself better as we process the often confusing and negative emotions, moods, anxieties, thought patterns and unhealthy behaviors that are propelling you to seek a therapeutic and healing environment with a licensed independent clinical social worker. I believe that if you can understand and become aware of how you hold onto unhealthy patterns of...
Our thoughts, feelings and behaviors create our experiences. As a psychotherapist I believe therapy is a process of creating change. Therapy allows a person to explore and develop skills of awareness and recognition of patterns that needs to be changed. In therapy you will explore and develop these skills to effectively cope with psychological, personal and behavioral transitions. I work with e...
