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
In my global approach to therapy, I empower clients to tap into their own ideas around healing--things that perhaps they've lost touch with when sadness and stress set in. My clients tend to be individuals, couples, and teens with minority identity (ethnic, gender, sexual orientation, etc.) seeking support, and also those for whom race, culture, language, and social justice are important. I hav...
I have a passion for helping individuals live intentionally, and offer you a safe, healing and compassionate space where together we will navigate even the most challenging situations. With emphasis on children (6 and up), adolescents and adult individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, trauma, and life transitions, I will tailor my approach to meet the needs of you...
For the past 20 years, I have been working in the field of education and psychology as a teacher, a preschool director and a counselor.I have a Bachelor in Psychology and a Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University. Throughout the years, I have learned to be a better listener, which has allowed me to paint a more accurate picture of the people I meet. I believe that we al...
My therapy style is relational and I am particularly skilled at helping clients identify feelings, thoughts, and behaviors that impede efforts to form and maintain fulfilling relationships. Together, in a warm and empathetic atmosphere, we will look into your unique past and come to understand how that history is connected to your current emotional pain. Emotional pain tends to manifest as some...
Whether it is the first time you see my profile or you are searching back and forth deciding which therapist to choose, I applaud your courage in seeking support and guidance. My practice solely focuses on you, who is the expert of your life, and my role is to work with you as a team through this journey. The process may not be easy, however you are not alone. If you are troubled by work/school...
Hello and welcome. Parents are the experts of their own children. I am here to support the parents and guide them to discover ways to overcome social-emotional challenges that impede their child's well being. A combination of nature and nurture form each child's character, their understanding of the world, as well as life's curveballs or traumatic events can affect their stability and alter the...
I am a Clinical Psychologist, who has been licensed in the State of Georgia since 2003. I am dedicated to using a culture-centered, holistic approach in order to help people to make positive changes in their lives by: improving their mood, interpersonal relationships, health behaviors, and work/school performance/satisfaction. In my clinical practice, I treat a wide variety of conditions and...
Background in children/ family/ individual therapies, Solution-focused treatment Cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) and Trauma-focused behavior treatment modalities. Experience in Rational Emotive behavioral therapy (REBT) I am happy to help my clients meet their goals and increase their overall functioning in life. Suicide risk assessment and management. Anger management techniques, relaxation...
I believe therapy can help one learn to navigate strong emotions and better regulate one's responses to life's challenges. Feeling understood and validated by one's therapist can allow one to develop insight into thoughts, feelings and behaviors. In knowing the context and meaning that underlies how we relate to the self, to others and to the world, we have greater choice to break free from...
Mary Holland is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Indiana and a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas. Mary has worked extensively with children and families over the last 15 years. With a background in Developmental Therapy, training in Perinatal Loss, experience in Play, Sand and Art Therapy, Mary brings a unique, compassionate and personal approach to her work. With a...
In times of uncertainty do you find it difficulty to manage? Are you interested in discovering new ways of seeing and experiencing yourself? Do you feel resigned to your choices and options? Are you trying to find a different way to understand yourself; how you relate to others while building compassion for yourself and deepening your connections? Through the lens of liberation-based healing...
Couples often experience challenging difficulties in their relationship, and become overwhelmed by them. You may find yourselves emotionally distant, stuck in ongoing arguments, engaging in destructive language, hurt from acts of betrayal, or dealing with patterns of interactions that diminish love, security, and connection. The attempts to "fix it," or re-connect, are at times promising, but d...
I offer free in-person or online initial appointment. I work with clients who are interested in addressing their concerns, formulating goals, and identifying solutions in a collaborative, therapeutic relationship. I hold masters degrees in both Mental Health Counseling and Theological Studies, and I am currently a Ph.D. candidate in Counselor Education and Supervision and a Graduate Teaching...
Over 20 years of experience with child mental health needs including direct work with issues such as developmental delays, early childhood traumatic illness, childhood victims of abuse neglect and crime, foster care and adoption, autism spectrum, grief and loss, anxiety and depression, academic and behavioral issues in school, sibling and parent/child relationship difficulties. Rural roots with...
Your mental health is very important. Whether you are struggling with a new problem or one that has been on-going, an emotional problem or a bio-chemical one, or even relationship challenges, getting support can make a world of difference. Establishing a safe environment to talk and building a trusting relationship is essential in building a therapeutic relationship. I provide a warm and caring...
