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
Difficulties finding your personal power and autonomy? Difficulties with cultivating resiliency? Difficulties with learning and growing from challenging events or persons in your life? If you are tired of doing what “feels” comfortable and avoiding what doesn’t; if you are plagued with thoughts or feelings that you are not “good enough” and tired of the stress, fear, anxiety and depression...
CURRENTLY HAVE A FULL CASELOAD WILL RESUME TAKING NEW PEOPLE IN 1-3MONTHS As a clinician I focus on helping people find meaning and purpose in their lives to help build resilience through difficult times. It is important to me to help people understand how to treat themselves with compassion in a society that can be difficult to navigate for those that feel alienated from the mainstream culture...
To use solution-focused language I am honored to work, and have worked with visitors, complainants, and customers. Wherever you may find yourself on the journey of seeking help I believe I can work with you where you are. I practice compassionately, effectively, and with an emphasis on relationship building that extends beyond the therapy room. My training as a systemic Marriage and Family...
My approach to therapy is warm, heart-based, and client centered. My goal is to create a safe space, where you can feel free to share and explore what is on your mind, and in your heart. I see therapy as a partnership. You are the expert on your life. My role is to support you in the exploration of your internal landscape, as you gain insight and understanding into the intrinsic motivations tha...
You hold the inner resources to engage in self-healing and the resources to navigate all life throws your way. Sometimes we simply need help navigating the inevitable difficulties and challenges we might face. My role is to empower you on your journey, to challenge your lens, and to raise your consciousness as you start to connect the dots. Unresolved emotions oftentimes manifest as depression,...
If you are like most of us, making the decision to seek out counseling may be a bit overwhelming, leaving you feeling anxious. This is okay and a little expected. Taking the step involves personal courage on your part and this step is the first step in making the changes you want in your life. Are you feeling overwhelmed or defeated by life? Is your emotional imbalance becoming a burden to your...
I am a clinician with 10 years of experience providing psychotherapy to individuals, couples, and groups. I am an eclectic psychotherapist who draws on aspects of feminist, psychodynamic, and cognitive behavioral approaches in order to best meet the needs of my clients. I operate from the assumption that the client is the expert on their experience and my job is to provide tools that will help ...
Every individual in society is different so that per their perspectives, they formulate their opinion and a set of behavior. Under the theory of individual perception, the science which sounds theoretically proven and reasonable comes to play its role, resulting in various consequences. However, I believe that the perception created under the societal and scientific rules is not equivalent to...
Do you find yourself feeling mentally/emotionally overwhelmed? Are you going through a life-change that has you wondering what "normal" even means anymore? Have you felt missed (unseen/unheard), lonely, disposable, unwanted by others (or yourself) in your life? Are you struggling with your faith? Self-Worth? Are you or your child/teen struggling to deal with the vast pressures that come with...
Sometimes life can present with challenging situations that can cause you to stop growing. These disruptions can sometimes cause you to become stagnant or make you feel like continuing is impossible. These situations can be caused by internal or external triggers. Resulting in conflict with family, relationships, career or your peace of mind. It could impact how you feel about yourself, the wor...
Seeking therapy is an act of self-love and a display of strength. Throughout life it is common to experience feelings of depression, anxiety and anger. untreated these feelings can lead to disruptions in your day to day life. It is my passion to help individuals and couples work through their experiences so that they may develop clarity on the “why” behind their thoughts, feelings and behavior....
Adjusting to life transitions and managing stress can seem overwhelming at times. If you experience anxiety, depression, other mental health symptoms; ---or just life changes, you're familiar with the desire to find stability and ways to cope. It could be a change in job, managing stress from work, strain in a relationship with a loved one, recent grief and loss, feelings of worthlessness, feel...
A place of connection, healing, and security is what I strive for and hope to provide you as your therapist. I believe growth and self-awareness in therapy comes first from the relationship we build, not use of a textbook treatment modality based on a diagnosis. I hope to provide a sense of feeling safe and nurtured in therapy, accepted and regarded as a whole person beyond your thoughts. I hav...
Let us work together toward your liberation. Our world is an incredibly difficult place to live and an even harder place in which to thrive. Whether you suffer from depression, anxiety, disordered eating, or any other problem, I will make your health and well being my priority. As a therapist, I work from a social justice lens and strive to meet each individual, relationship, and family where t...
I APOLOGIZE, NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME. At Sonoran Sunrise Counseling, my mission is to help you find ways to cope with and overcome life's obstacles. I offer individual and family therapy to aid you in managing conflict and hardships and to help you thrive in the face of adversity. We all need a safe, supportive space where we can express our worries as well as our goals and...
