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
Sometimes, life challenges can make us feel isolated, overwhelmed, and like no one could possibly understand. If you're experiencing this and finding it harder to cope, I'd love to partner with you in exploring and improving your situation. I'd like to show you that someone can, in fact, understand. My training – in both Counseling (MS & EdS) and Marriage & Family Therapy (PhD) – makes me uniqu...
Whether your trauma occurred in childhood, adulthood or periodically over the lifespan, I am here to help. Please know that everyone’s experience with trauma is different and so is the healing process. Trauma comes can be both big and small and we may not even identify our experiences as trauma. However, trauma can happen at any time in ones life and the impacts can slowly take over your abilit...
I believe that healing can occur when people are provided with a safe space and the opportunity to authentically be themselves. There's something powerful about being able to express and process thoughts and emotions without fear of judgement. I will work to ensure that your therapy experience is not only validating, but collaborative. With an understanding that everyone is on their own unique...
Welcome to Butterfly Counseling Services! A therapeutic experience in which you begin, believe, and become. We are firm believers that all people should have access to therapy and therapy should be affordable. We provide in-person and e-therapy (live video) sessions. The therapeutic experience takes place in a HIPAA compliant, safe environment that is both empathetic, non-judgmental, culturally...
I am an ONLINE therapist. Ailments of the heart are no different to ailments of the body; both bleed just the same. One is seen and one is hidden, but both need treatment. Oftentimes we come to a place in our lives where we feel like there is no door, no way out, and we're out of options. Life can make us feel overwhelmed, exhausted, and tired of even trying. In these moments, we need someone w...
You give, hoping to get the same thing in return, only to be disappointed yet again. This disappointment leaves you angry, frustrated, and annoyed. You find yourself in a cycle of constantly lashing out and then apologizing. You wonder, “Is there something wrong with me?” Being a woman in this day and age can be difficult, overwhelming, and draining. Trying to maintain healthy relationships,...
I have experience in addiction, trauma, suicidality, anxiety, depression and bipolar disorders. I have worked with clients experiencing life transitions involving grief/loss, anger/resentment and feelings of social and personal anomie. I earned a Ph.D. degree in Psychology from Arizona State University (1989) and a Master of Arts degree in Counseling (2014) from Ottawa University. Before I ente...
Do you feel stuck and cannot see a way out? Do you feel stressed or depressed, want to be happy but do not really know how? Do you sometimes feel that you are being carried away by your emotions and do or say things you regret? Do you feel ashamed or guilty after acting out and do not know how to stop that from happening again? When emotions are so strong, it can be extremely difficult to have...
**NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** Lately you have been worrying about things all the time and have been frustrated because as hard as you try not to, your anxiety is right there, all the time. Or maybe you have been replaying that event in your mind, you have tried to forget. You notice you are angrier, sadder and more worried. You just want to be able to live your life instead of having this issue...
You don't have to be held back by doubts or uncertainty about yourself. It's possible to live more freely. Let’s embark on this journey of healing. Our space is safe. You can bring your struggles and wounds, parts of yourself that you embrace and parts that you may not be so proud of. Collaboratively, we will work towards a deeper understanding of the recurring ways in which you feel stuck, as...
Currently, I accept couples and families with adolescent children. Goals I commonly support include increased connection, emotional wellness, healing from trauma and minimizing the impacts of life challenges. Relationships and couples of all types are welcome in my practice and I use the word “family” broadly. Anxiety, conflict, trauma, anger, life changes and stress are problems we can...
My approach to therapy is individualized and focuses on enhancing new coping skills. My goal is to create a therapeutic environment with a sense of safety, self compassion, self love, and honesty as we work together to achieve the goals you have for yourself. I will utilize the following therapeutic interventions: Narrative Therapy , Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral...
Seeking therapy is a powerful and empowering step to improving your quality of life. Talking to someone about whatever your concerns are is something that almost anyone can benefit from, but many people may be afraid to reach out. If you are considering engaging in therapy, I applaud you, and want to help you take steps to developing the tools you need to have peace in your life. I have worked...
Young people and their families often encounter challenges as they navigate the childhood and adolescent developmental periods. My approach to therapy and assessment is grounded in developmental science and family systems perspectives, and takes into account the ways that children’s needs evolve over time and are embedded within and influenced by the broader family context. I take a...
**Not Accepting New Clients** I specialize in working with children and young adults with anxiety, depression, adjustments, and trauma. My primary focus is working with children and adolescents from ages 5-18. I have over ten years of clinical experience as a therapist in schools, residential treatment, foster care, and community based settings. This has given me a wide range of skills to help...
