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
The heart of therapy is simply a conversation. We explore emotions. We process thoughts and ideas. We revisit the past and consider new possibilities. You will have a safe, compassionate place free from judgement; holding space for your thoughts, experiences, and emotions. It won't always be easy, but we will make the journey together....
Our life is a difficult journey at times. Are you feeling stuck in negative thoughts, intense emotions, or behavioral patterns that don't serve your best interest? Is your child facing academic, social, or behavioral issues at home or at school? You don't have to do it alone. I'm here to help you focus on your life - where you've been, where you are now, and where you want to go. I'm here to jo...
**TEMPORARILY NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS**Lately, has it felt difficult to balance, connect (or reconnect) with yourself, and/or figure out how to move forward? It can feel disorienting when life throws us some serious curveballs. Maybe an event happened recently that has triggered feelings that you can't seem to shake. Perhaps you feel stuck in a season of sadness, shame, and anxiousness. If yo...
“A person reunites with themselves and heals not by the help of others, but by the belief in themselves that they are worthy and capable of such recovery.” My job as your therapist is to sit beside you as you come to realize this truth and then live it. You may disbelieve that you are fully capable of healing yourself, and then it is my job to gently remind you of your incredible personal agenc...
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with experience working with adults, teen athletes, and groups. I have worked in the mental health and social service field for over 9 years; and with individual athletes and teams for 3. I received my Masters in Clinical Psychology from Governors State University; and I am currently receiving my certificate in Sport Psychology from John F. Kennedy...
We are living in such complex times that can cause feelings isolation, instability, grief and loss. Are you less able to focus, having ruminating thoughts, low motivation, relationship issues, a lack of energy or difficulty sleeping? Although your responses are reasonable, they can take over your daily life; impacting your functioning, preventing joy, clouding judgment and making decisions and...
Sometimes the various facets of life can become overwhelming and too complex to handle on your own. You may be experiencing difficulties in your day to day life. Your relationships may seem to be falling apart. You might be coping with loss or stress related to current circumstances. I can help you begin to untangle this difficult web. I believe that effective therapy begins with a strong...
I've acquired an extensive knowledge of mental illnesses and symptom management through the usage of different therapeutic modalities obtained by working with patients from different cultures and backgrounds. My experience comes from treating patients with mental, emotional problems, and with different types of addictions in both clinical and residential settings. I will provide a safe,...
My overall goal of therapy is holding you accountable in a nonjudgmental way that supports your goals, validates your efforts, and challenges you in a way that aligns with your worldview. I like to offer feedback in an objective way and suggest skills and perspectives that you choose whether or not to implement. The methodology of my approach is conversation; two people in a room trying to figu...
( English | español ) Do you find that you are unbearably critical of yourself? Do you desire your relationships to be more loving and honest? Would you like to build a stronger family unit with your children and/or partner(s)? If you can relate in any way, you probably yearn to be fully seen and embraced by others. You have been the kind of person that doesn't give up easily and has an immense...
Good day! I have been providing behavioral health services for over 20 years. I have experience working with numerous populations including children, offenders, families, adolescents and those with severe mental illness. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional who takes pride in my ability to work successfully with numerous populations and advocate for mental health treatment. Specialties...
My goal as a therapist is to support my clients through a deep commitment to their stories, attuning to what is consciously and unconsciously communicated through words, body and emotions. I see the therapy space as creative, warm, and hopeful, and aim to make it a place where you feel heard and encouraged. Each of us are unique combinations of biology, family history, culture, relationships, a...
Are you feeling isolated and lonely? Questioning your purpose in life? Ready to make a significant shift in who you are and how you show up in life? Anxious to make changes in your mental health and wellness? Questioning your identity? Trying to figure out how to cope? Let’s talk! I work with adults and use my clinical skills and insights to listen with a non-judgemental ear and work with them ...
I am a seasoned professional with corporate and military experience, which has helped me lay the foundation of my counseling approach. These experiences have taught me to balance gentleness with discipline and structure with flexibility, while working individually with each person to determine how to best address their needs. I enjoy working with diverse clients who struggle with trauma,...
I believe that making therapy feel safe and judgement free is the first step. The second is building a space to support and guide my clients and empower youth and adolescents in their decision making. I use a combination of CBT, DBT, Reality Therapy, and Play Therapy to help clients learn coping skills, tailor therapy to fit the individual, and challenge them to see their own potential....
