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
We all sometimes need another person to listen to us, provide encouragement, remind us of the potential we have, and help keep us on track. I am here to help you explore your journey and support you in the process of growth. My goal is to assist you in developing greater insight and awareness so you can break unhealthy scripts and relationship patterns. This is your life and as such, learning h...
Have you been feeling less like yourself lately? Irritated by others or experiencing crying spells out of nowhere? Do you fear that something awful might happen at any moment? You are not alone. Just like our cars, our mental health requires regular tune ups as well. Allow me to help you regain a sense of normalcy and personal control in life. Together we can achieve a healthy balance of mental...
For a long time now you have been looking for relief from the traumas, stressors and intensities that can arise as a part of everyday life. You may be feeling the weight of depression, or indecision; you may have learned to cope with life by starting to believe that your anxieties, self-defeating thoughts, insecurities and discomforts are simply who you are. Perhaps the idea and experience of...
I am a licensed clinical psychologist providing individual, couples and group therapy. I use an empathic, relational approach that focuses on helping people gain greater awareness of themselves and their struggles and allows them to grow and become more resilient. I strive to help people find their inner strength and to transform their perspective and their interactions with others....
Dr. Catherine Thompson is a Colorado native. She received her Doctor of Psychology degree from the University of Colorado, Denver. Dr. Thompson is experienced working with children, adolescents, college-age students, and adults. In therapy, Dr. Thompson uses a solution- focused and goal-oriented approach to helping clients work through challenging situations. Her expertise includes, conducting...
Do you ever find yourself wondering how and why you’re at a certain point in your life? Perhaps you’re tired of the same old routine or you continuously find yourself challenged with life circumstances. Often times, we get consumed with life and months can go by before we even realize how much it’s weighing on us in all areas. The beauty of these circumstances is that they provide an opportunit...
The guiding purpose of my practice is to create an accepting and supportive environment for all my clients. My focus is building a genuine therapeutic relationship through trust and empathy so that clients feel safe and heard. My experience includes, but is not limited to; childhood trauma, anxiety, mood disorders, interpersonal and family conflict, sexual trauma, and adolescent/young adult...
Therapy is about growth. You grow by processing the circumstances you can alter and finding peace with those you cannot. The essence of my approach involves helping you build self, other, and life awareness and acceptance. When you increase your awareness, you begin to decrease your emotional reactivity. This allows you to develop a more balanced approach to life; experiencing your environment...
Aiming to thrive and not solely survive? Despite our adverse experiences or current circumstances, we can find ourselves wanting to find more meaning in life. I help my clients slow down to closely examine the obstacles that are interfering with their ability to live the life they envision. My aim in counseling is to learn to love yourself as you are while working on our areas of growth. We are...
Collaboration is the key to my therapeutic style. My clients value the strong relationship we create together and appreciate feeling supported with compassion and kindness. My calm demeanor promotes a healthy therapeutic relationship where clients feel safe processing difficult issues. I incorporate several approaches to therapy including; psychodynamic, existential, family systems,...
The relationship that we have with ourselves is the most important. We live in a world where many demands are placed on us. Life challenges can sometimes be unpredictable and derive from a multitude of situations and experiences. I am experienced in working with a diverse population including children and adolescents. I provide therapeutic services for individuals and families in a safe,...
People come to see me when they feel STUCK. With this, my clients often feel frustrated, sad, empty, anxious and/or angry too much of the time. The complaint I hear a lot is feeling as if the life you want will never happen because the issues you face seem unmanageable. My therapy sessions provide a safe space where together we can examine how you got to where you are with the goal being to get...
Stress, depression, worry, feelings of hopelessness, and past difficult/traumatic experiences....All of these things can have a real impact on our day-to-day ability to enjoy life, function well in our relationships, and reach our fullest potential. *CURRENTLY NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. As a clinical and developmental psychologist, I have completed extensive training in evidence-based models fo...
Under any weather conditions, where rough seas and rugged shores collide, there stands a lighthouse signaling: “This way home; this way to safety.” (Monson) Under any life conditions, when our body, heart, mind, or spirit may collide with harsh reality, there comes a guiding signal from our inner lighthouse. Without such guidance, we may find ourselves lost, alone, hurt, discouraged, and...
Our practice offers a warm retreat where your experience is honored and our expertise helps to integrate your experience into creating a life worth living. Through the principles of DBT, CBT, Spiritual Integration, and Mind-Body Connective work we believe emotional healing is possible. We understand that relationships form the context for reflection, learning and application and hope to connect...
