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
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has worked with people of all ages and backgrounds. I specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety, mood disorders, PTSD, self-esteem, grief and loss, family and relationship issues. I have over 5 years of experience in working with school-aged children to address school issues and behavioral problems, including the treatment of ADHD. My approach...
I am a white, queer, nonbinary social worker in Philadelphia working from an anti-racist, feminist, relational and psychodynamic perspective. My harm reduction framework is grounded in trauma theory and centers the resilience, expertise, and self- determination of all people. I am attentive to the roles that systems play in our lives and healing, and I use motivational interviewing, relational...
Brightside Counseling LLC is a community based therapeutic service dedicated to helping families, parents, couples, children, and adolescents suffering from behavioral health disabilities. Our services also include group therapy, parenting support, advocacy, home-based support, conflict management skills, social skills training, life coaching, bereavement, stress management, divorce mediation, ...
Identifying that you need help is a sign of strength, but what happens next? Finding a counselor that you feel a connection with is an essential part of your mental health journey. Don’t feel bad about being picky! I have a straightforward but gentle style that focuses on what you want to accomplish. Whether you are working through relationship issues, trauma, anxiety, depression, or self-estee...
I am a psychological Assistant with Core Insights Psychological Group, and supervised by Dr. Norval J. Hickman, III. I have trained and worked in a variety of settings including community mental health agencies, high schools, and community/psychiatric outpatient clinics. I have experience treating a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, job-related stress, educational problem...
The focus of my work is helping individuals with sexual addiction, relationship issues, and trauma. I will help you uncover your relationship patterns and how it might be impacting all aspects of your life. Issues of sexuality and relationships can bring about feelings of shame and self-blame. I provide a safe and empathetic environment without judgement. In addition, I will work with you on...
There are times when life presents challenges that can leave us feeling overwhelmed and confused, while questioning how to overcome these feelings. Finding the right therapist to assist during this difficult time is imperative. I believe that a client is best served, when they are listened to, validated, but also challenged to make positive change(s)....
Accepting new clients! Looking for something other than counseling as usual? Our online practice offers hard-to-find, specialty counseling services such as Brainspotting & sex therapy across the state of New Hampshire. Helping people address trauma, sexual concerns, depression, anxiety, and work-related stress is what I do. As a sex therapist, I'm also here to help you improve sexual health by...
Do you feel like your “life is a mess” or “out of control”? Do you feel a lack of self-esteem, self-identity, or self-confidence in your abilities? Do you feel your emotional issues get in the way of you having clarity and a more fulfilled life? Do you have a difficult time managing certain aspects of day to day living in areas including work, home life, relationships, mental health, physical...
Welcome to Rèka Foster therapy. Whether you are trying to find solution for severe marital impasse, family conflict or dealing with anxiety, depression, psychotherapy is a great tool to address, change and discover new ways to live your life at your full potential. Rèka specializes and has excessive experience in group therapy, family, couples systemic psychotherapy and intervention as well as...
Hi, I am Mary Corelli, with Earth Mind Therapy. Whether you are looking for help with mental heath, with life stressors, or with crisis- for you or your child- I will accept and support you. I work with people from all spectrums of identity- gender, sexuality, race, socioeconomic status. I work with children from the age of 3 and up, and I work with teens and adults. I have experience working w...
Our worlds on the inside and outside can be overwhelming, leaving us with intense emotion that is difficult to manage, understand and process. Perhaps you are left feeling worried, paralyzed, over-thinking decisions, or losing motivation? I work with patients to treat depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting challenges, as well as questions surrounding identity (racial, sexual, gende...
Life is filled with challenge and opportunity and the aging process often elicits unique physical, emotional, existential and spiritual needs. Since we are social beings who yearn for connection, therapeutic support can help clients "tell their stories" and make meaning out of life events past and present. As a faith-based agency, Gateway believes that hope can outweigh despair and seeks to...
Do you feel overwhelmed by life's circumstances and would like to find a safe, judgement-free space to talk? During our sessions we will work together to identify underlying experiences and core beliefs that are causing current conflicts in your life, whether related to family, parenting, work, school, relationships, etc. I utilize cognitive-behavioral therapy, trauma-informed techniques, and a...
My work and life experience repeatedly show me that we long for growth and life giving connections. Yet our behavior patterns, expectations, unmet needs, family dynamics, and coping skills (to name a few) seem to keep us stuck. You don’t need to figure this out on your own. My work and specialty is to create a safe space for you to listen to what you are longing for. With compassion, clarity, a...
