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
Life currently feels scary and uncertain for many of us. Our sense of normalcy and safety have been threatened, which may enhance feelings of anxiety, sadness, and powerlessness. Realize that what you're experiencing now is likely a response to the collective trauma we're living through. Anxiety, depression and many other mood disorders are a byproduct of trauma. I offer both EMDR (Eye Movement...
Have you been asking yourself if work/life balance is a myth? Navigating a successful career while trying to maintain personal relationships can be challenging. Maybe you are successful at work but feel defeated at home? Or feel unfulfilled at work and started to question if you have even chosen the right career. Maybe you are dealing with a difficult colleague. Or you are considering a career...
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Imagine a life free of the burdens that are weighing you down today - a life that feels meaningful, engaging and enjoyable again. As a therapist, I work collaboratively to help professional women liberate themselves from unhelpful patterns, painful past experiences, and negative stories that are holding them back. I can help with a variety of experiences like stress, anxiety, depression, burnou...
We provide mental health, trauma, and substance abuse assessments with ongoing trauma informed, culturally sensitive, individual, family and group therapy for children, youth and adults. We provide assistance in various areas and phases of life including, working with trauma victims and families (both military and civilian), addressing domestic violence/relationship concerns, teaching emotional...
Welcome, I would like to tell you about myself, I am a licensed social worker. I have over 25 years in the mental health profession and helping individuals of all ages. I offer a peaceful environment where you can honestly express yourself. You can be reassured that you will not be judged in the present or past but can be assured I will work with you to obtain peace within yourself in the prese...
Hello and welcome to my page! Thank you for considering my service at this time in your life. What you are about to explore within your life is important. I hope that after doing your research you may find me to be a good fit to help guide you in reach your goals. Seeking therapy takes courage and I understand this. It is with great respect that I welcome you to therapy services and would be...
My practice is full at this time and I do not keep a waiting list / I believe that each person has inherent worth, wisdom and the capacity to develop in ways that can lead toward wholeness and renewed energy for life. My main job is to accompany your inner process and co-create a strong container where healing can take place. I believe that when we attempt to listen to psychological symptoms,...
Are you looking for assistance in working through life transitions, increasing your self worth, or building healthy relationships? Maybe you are going through a tough season in life and need some encouragement to keep moving forward or you need to heal from the wounds of life's uncertainties. I am here to help you gain clarity and direction for your life, yourself, and your relationships....
I'm a seasoned therapist, certified in EMDR, with a strong belief in your innate ability to heal. Does negative self-talk impair your quality of life? Are you regularly triggered by reminders of painful memories? I specialize in trauma and its symptoms of anxiety, depression, anger and complicated grief. We are currently experiencing collective trauma and grief as a result of COVID, as well as ...
***NOW OFFERING TELEHEALTH*** Suffering, while valuable, doesn’t have to define you or your story. If you’re wanting to move beyond old hurts, or feeling stuck despite desiring change, together we can re-author your story to include healthier ways of thinking, feeling, and being. In addition to my office in Brookside, KCMO, I am also offering sessions via Telehealth for those who do not wish to...
**NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** You’ve worked hard to get where you are and yet your achievements aren’t as satisfying as you imagined. Perhaps you’re struggling to manage new responsibilities at your job, disappointed with how some things turned out, or you're wondering how to integrate your authentic self into different spaces. Maybe everything is going well in your professional life,...
I wonder what kinds of thoughts/feelings are coming up as you're searching for a therapist. I'm just happy that you're contemplating making a change. Whether you're struggling with a individual mood problem (anxiety/depression), relationship problem, or habit/addiction, I want you to know that therapy CAN help! I'm not big on labels, the way I see it is that you're a person first and relevant...
I feel competent treating a wide range of presenting issues including, but not limited to, anxiety, depression, struggles with transitions, marital issues, relational and work issues, and family or life traumas. I tailor my approach to the client's needs, but tend to work within an analytic and systemic style. I see symptoms as serving a purpose and are often connected to some larger issues in ...
I imagine that whoever you are, you have a story to tell about the journey that has led you here. It may be a story about loss, or betrayal, or confusion, or a feeling of being stuck. Perhaps it is a story about a great longing that lives in you, a sense that it is possible to live with more meaning, more delight, more authenticity, more connection. Therapy is work that asks a great deal from u...
