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
*Now Accepting New Clients! As we move into this next chapter of life, let this be the time where your truest self emerges. As a helper, I honor and welcome you as you are. My hope is to create a space of safety, a space to discover, to unwind, to be at peace, to laugh and to cry, and to find healing as we work through your most difficult trials. I honor that everyone is their own best guide an...
** Are You looking for a SIGN to tell you it's time to START therapy? Well Here's Your Sign! ** I have the compassion to see people’s lives changed through counseling as well as personal inner healing. I provide video counseling and in person/face to face therapy in Dahlonega, Georgia as well as video counseling for those who live in South Carolina and Georgia. I specialize in substance abuse,...
Originally from Baltimore, Maryland, Sierra has shown an intensive interest in the psychological mind and the effects different environments, situations, and genetics can affect an individual. Coming from a background in Applied Behavioral Analysis, as well as Humanistic studies from her graduate school, Sierra possess a wide range of information, studies, and empathy in order to effectively...
Our struggles do not define us but they can refine us. Painful, everyday emotional suffering may be made more bearable when you can find meaning and hope. To this end we will collaborate to identify your personal goals and find practical tools to help you achieve your goals. At the end of therapy you will have a deeper awareness of self and become more skilled at having joy in your life. My...
Are you not feeling centered or balanced as you once normally felt. Has your resiliency to life stressors decreased? It happens to many of us at some point in our lives. Sometimes the most difficult part is finding our way back to our healthy normal. It is not always easy to discuss these topics with your family or friends. I am here to listen to you and assist you in adjusting to what you may...
[Currently, NOT ACCEPTING CLIENTS] I am a bilingual (Spanish) and multicultural therapist who has been in the field for almost 10 years. Most of my experience has been working in non-profit organizations and Community Health Centers serving children and adults of diverse backgrounds, mainly Latino clients. I generally see clients dealing anxiety and depression symptoms, history of trauma, and...
My goal as a therapist is to create a warm, trusting, and nonjudgmental environment where we can discuss the issues most important to you. Together we will work on discovering the challenges that are getting in your way from achieving your personal goals while finding the most effective tools to address your individual needs and make lasting change. I have experience working with children,...
Marriage and relationships can be difficult. I help client's in multiple areas in their life from managing conflicts, financial issues, commitment, sex therapy, communication issues, and divorce. If you’re married, your marriage is not over yet. By seeing a professional, you will learn the right tools to make your marriage joyful. Divorce can feel like death without closure or support. I can he...
In my practice, I support people who want to find more acceptance, wholeness, and aliveness in every area of their life. I often work with people who feel overwhelmed with self-criticism, doubt, sadness, anxiety, overwhelm, grief, and fear. Through holistic and integrative practices, I support people in creating more compassion for themselves, finding more capacity to tackle tuff topics, and ha...
It is a privilege to be considered to take part in your journey. Mental health counseling is the best investment you can make for yourself. Although the decision to seek counseling may have been difficult, it is a courageous one. Therapy is an effective way to face your distress in a safe and supportive way and it is a pathway to personal transformation. I am a mental health counselor who works...
Melnea Paige is the lead health care provider and educator for PAIGE ONE. Melnea graduated from the University of Cincinnati with her Master’s degree in Social Work specializing in mental health. She also earned her Master’s degree in Education and Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology. Melnea holds her Licensed Independent Social Worker with Supervision Designation (LISW-S) in the State of Ohio and ...
Welcome! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a diverse professional background in the Criminal Justice System and Mental Health Counseling field. I have experience providing services at the local probation level, as a Sexual Assault Advocate, Intensive In Home Counselor and Supervisor and Mental Health Skill Building Services Supervisor. I have experience working with children,...
I specialize in helping people who are experiencing anxiety, depression, and relationship issues, and I’m passionate about helping those of us who struggle with trauma related to their race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, or history of substance use. I work with a diverse range of clients and will tailor therapy to your unique needs. As we build a working relationship, I will...
Are you looking for someone to assist you with your mental health journey? Are you a high-profile individual, or looking for an experienced safe and secure place to address your mental health issues? Are you in need of a sounding board? Do you long for a safe space to be able to unload some of your darkest moments, challenging experiences, and unmanageable behavior? Are you tired of doing thing...
You want to feel grounded and secure in your relationships. You want to feel comfortable as yourself. You deserve this and so much more. With a background in marriage and family therapy, I see people in the context of their relationships. Every day, our lives are impacted by those around us and that may not always be an easy thing. I hope to help queer-identified individuals and partners find...
