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
Are you ready to embrace yourself, express your truth, and effectively and confidently communicate your wants, needs, and feelings? Do you want to feel comfortable in your own skin and move past self-doubt? On the surface, you put up a decent front and work hard to stay strong for the people around you, but in your heart, it feels fake. You tend to take care of others before yourself, but then ...
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, bilingual in Spanish and English, who believes in a "whole person, whole health”, strength-based, treatment approach. I believe that our Mental/Emotional/Behavioral health Matters. Combined, they are fundamental to our ability as humans to think, emote, interact with each other and optimize our life quality and satisfaction . As such, my team and I work...
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. Are you feeling down or overwhelmed? Do you feel alone in a room full of people? Do you need help with identifying appropriate life goals; developing effective coping skills; improving stress; alleviating depressive symptoms or embracing life. People enter counseling for many reasons, from anxiety, stress, mental health fitness, depression, trauma and grief. Still others ...
I value all individuals and believe in everyone’s capacity to heal. I have worked with diverse populations and ages including adolescents and teens, LQBTQ spectrum, adults, individuals with chronic mental health and physical health issues, and older adults. I have experience and focus on issues including transition, trauma, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, identity, and relationship issues. I...
Therapy is the gentle, intricate process of restoring parts of yourself that you are struggling with. While we do not get to choose how our life experiences or suffering affects us, we have the power to overcome and grow - even when we least expect it. If you have been struggling to feel like yourself and perhaps identify with hopelessness, anxiousness and preferring to isolate, there is a way...
Janay believes that embarking on a therapeutic journey can be life changing. Janay’s theoretical orientation is a combination of Person-Centered, Strengths-Based and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Janay believes that by changing your thought patterns, recognizing your strengths, and building self-esteem, you can create the life you deserve. Janay recognizes that spirituality may play a role in y...
Today you are one step closer to feeling empowered and whole. By visiting this site you acknowledge that something is missing. Maybe you notice that you rarely feel content or at ease, or that the pursuit of happiness has become exhausting and seems unattainable. Unrealistic expectations of perfection, high-conflict relationships, and/or traumatic events can cloud our self-concept and lead to t...
It is not easy to recognize when you might need help, and even harder to reach out to others during difficult times. I am sensitive to the difficulty of the therapy process and do my best to honor each person individually. Being culturally sensitive and competent in meeting the diverse needs of all of my clients is one of my biggest values as a psychologist. I value social justice and this info...
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**NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS.** Are you someone struggling from the effects of abuse & traumas? Do you feel you no longer know yourself, and like your likes and dislikes aren’t your own anymore? Feel like you don’t have a voice? You want to be independent, but you question yourself. You aren’t sure of your self worth or what you want for yourself. Do you have a hard time trusting and...
It is not uncommon for many of us to cling to belief systems that ultimately do not serve us. We bend over backwards to put out a facade of confidence, dependability, and accomplishment to the outside world in an attempt to live up to society’s and our own unattainable standards. We give and give to our jobs, our families, and our community to the point of utter exhaustion. Despite all the hard...
Life can be overwhelming. Depression, pain, anxiety, frustration, fear- these are just a few of the things that we all battle just to get through the day. If you find yourself reading this then there's a chance that you're fighting a battle right now. That's where I am here to help. Let's work together to find you peace, balance, and a fresh outlook on how you can find your best life and live i...
