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
There are lots of reasons people come to therapy. You may be looking for support navigating big (or small!) life changes, want help gaining insight into frustrating patterns of behavior, or a place to explore and heal from trauma; however I don't believe there is a wrong reason to ask for help. I have over 5 years of experience providing direct care to LGBTQ populations, people living with HIV ...
"You bring all of you with you all of the time" - this quote from one of my early professors has resonated with me over time as I see it's truth in my own life, and in the lives of my clients. Coming to truly know ourselves, and then taking affirmative action to make desired changes are core elements in reaching a healthy emotional state. We start this process by owning and working with all tha...
To experience our deepest recesses of joy and peace, we must first have the courage to face our fears. That’s why our therapists use a wide range of research-proven therapy techniques to help transform anxiety, depression, and loneliness into joy, freedom, and connectedness. Whatever your situation, our goal is to help you find clarity, purpose, and strength. Through the therapy process, we wil...
( English | español ) Life can be challenging and overwhelming for everyone. My specialty is working with kids and their families to strengthen relationships. I work with parents very closely in order to help them understand their child’s behaviors and how to attune to their needs. I’m bilingual and bi-cultural and enjoy working with folks of all backgrounds, but am especially passionate about...
Expression, in all of its forms, is empowerment. Being able to trust someone and feel safe with them is instrumental in amplifying expression. This is why it is important to find a therapist that is a good fit for you. Clients may carry experiences that they do not have the words for — and that’s okay. As an art therapist, I use the creative process to support clients in connecting with themsel...
Life can be stressful at times. Whether you are facing daily life stressors or longtime mental illness, I am here to help you. It may be family conflicts, finances, school or work stress, depression, anxiety, grief or trauma. I believe each person is the expert on their own life. I enjoy collaborating with my clients to facilitate change and improvement in overall wellness. I will work with you...
The great thing about a client that comes to our practice is their needs are met through a team effort mentality. As a practice, we seek to create a teamwork environment when building rapport with clients. We understand in working with their goals of having a healthier state of mind and coping through life's difficulties, we must help them navigate the bumps in the road that come with the proce...
I work best with clients who are looking inward to illuminate their path forward. I'm passionate about working with couples/relationships to navigate conflict, create connection, build emotional/physical intimacy, heal relationship injuries, decide when to stay together or gracefully separate, and to help new relationships build bonds that will help them thrive. I am also excited to work with...
I work with a diverse range of psychotherapy and coaching clients, including people with relationship issues, anxiety, depression, insomnia, PTSD, school/workplace stress and trauma, and executive function difficulties. As a medical doctor with a background in neurology, occupational medicine, and psychoanalysis, I focus on how psychological difficulties can impact a person's daily life and...
I'm a licensed mental health counselor with over 30 years of experience helping others help themselves. My time as a mental health counselor has provided me the opportunity to work with individuals from a diverse variety of backgrounds. My methods are client focused and adaptable, insuring you get the counseling that is best suited for you. Therapy With a Human Touch Therapy is a process of gro...
(Currently not taking new clients). To speak freely about your unique suffering, symptoms, and thoughts is very difficult in a society that expects and demands a continuous state of happiness. This leads to alienation, confusion, and endless methods to cope with life. In psychoanalysis, there is no such thing as normal, and there are no standards. Choosing psychoanalysis is the first step to be...
I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience. I have years of experience working with Veterans. I specialize in trauma treatment/recovery. I have experience with Military Sexual Trauma, Depression and Anxiety. I also provide counseling related to caregiver stress, grief/loss, bereavement and geriatric needs. I am certified in CBT and Motivational Interviewing. I...
"The secret to change is to focus all of your energy, not on fighting the old, but on building the new" - Dan Millman. This is part of the experiences that we have in life. I am patient, empathetic and easy to talk to. I like to create a supportive and nurturing environment to help clients feel comfortable while working with me. Building trusting relationships and witnessing breakthroughs is...
COVID-19 is changing all of our daily lives. Closures, quarantines, and curfews are in effect and many of us are feeling the effects. Anxiety. Panic. Loneliness. Helplessness. Sadness. As we all work to adapt to life under COVID-19 restrictions, it is more important than ever to prioritize our mental health. Whether you are feeling overwhelmed by current circumstances or are looking to address...
Are you struggling with motivation and overall energy to go about daily tasks? Have you had any major changes that are simply overwhelming? We often manage stress on a regular basis but sometimes our stress levels can go beyond what we feel like normal is, and may need some assistance in navigating those turbulent times. Sometimes we cannot do these things on our own as they often involve our o...
