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
Does life seem to get the better of you most days? Do you feel the life you wished for has passed you by? Days like this can contribute to feelings of distress, emptiness, and disconnection. Working with a counselor can help individuals manage stress, conquer limiting thoughts and behaviors, and rediscover valued activities and goals. With a new focus, clients can experience an enhanced sense o...
Greene Clinic is a collective of diverse practitioners. Our services include a range of psychotherapy approaches, psychiatry, art therapy. Greene Clinic's psychotherapists are trained variously in psychoanalytic and psychodynamic therapy, as well as skills-based therapies such as cognitive behavioral (CBT) and dialectical behavioral (DBT). Our approaches help clients deepen their...
Come, let us work together through the troubling issues of life that you are facing. Issues that have left you with a sense of hopelessness, loneliness, confusion or anger. Issues that have left you brokenhearted and crushed. My position as a counselor is not that of a fixer, but as a helper. I will support you on your journey out of darkness and despair and into empowerment and hope. Come, let...
( English | español ) Hello and welcome! Sometimes our lives are stable; however, there are times where we are suddenly confronted with traumatic experiences or losses, such as health problems (dx. of cancer or terminal illnesses), the death of a loved one, separation of the family, loss of work, problems with our children, or academic struggles. These situations can make us feel unsure of our ...
Kimberly Waibogha received her BSW and MSW from West Virginia University and her doctorate from The Rutgers University of New Jersey. Ms. Waibogha is a licensed clinical social worker in the state of Maryland. Ms. Waibogha has Almost twenty five years providing services to the public. She began her social work career in medical social work, and has since provided maternal-child services, trauma...
BNI Treatment Centers treats a wide range of adolescent conditions including mental health, behavioral issues, learning disabilities, and substance abuse. Our highly experienced clinical teams provide intensive treatment programming to help your teenager thrive. Call today for guidance and help....
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, Certified School Adjustment Counselor, Registered Yoga Instructor, and certified fitness instructor. I founded B FREE Find Recover Evolve and Enjoy to address the missing need of the mind body connection in the healing process of therapy. Through using mindfulness, movement, yoga, meditation and actions steps, true healing can be done through...
I offer telehealth psychotherapy and sex therapy to adults interested in embarking on a journey of emotional healing. Negative thought and behavior patterns build up over time, and it takes time to retrain your brain and body to engage differently with the world around you. A holistic approach focusing on the mind, body and spirit is essential to recovery, and I try to teach my clients and thei...
Do you need an out-of-the-box therapist? Are you feeling sad or feel that you have little to no energy or oomph? Or maybe you just feel differently than normal and can't quite explain what's going on? Is life just flat out hard?! I get it, come talk to me! I am not your conventional therapist, and I am invested in you making it through this period of your life. I have a knack for empathizing an...
*** PLEASE NOTE: I AM NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME*** I take a client-centered, strength-based approach to treatment and work in close partnership with my clients to realize desired change and outcomes. I have over 17 years of clinical experience in working with individuals, couples, and families and have worked extensively with trauma survivors, particularly those affected by domesti...
Down to earth, realistic and common sense describe my therapeutic style. In this fast paced world we are all faced with daily struggles and challenges. My person centered and eclectic approach to counseling has translated into helping my clients learn the tools needed to cope with these daily struggles. When you enter my office you will be in a safe and warm environment in which to talk and fin...
I have a strong capacity and appreciation for working with others who are facing intense or discouraging life circumstances. With openness and warmth, therapy can be a collaborative process. Sessions can be adapted to your goals and to what arises during the course of the week. I find approaches that are most effective and meaningful to you so that each session helps your growth towards living ...
**I AM CURRENTLY FULL & NOT ACCEPTING CLIENTS AT THIS TIME.** You're in a relationship with a partner who has kids. You didn't think things would be this difficult. You thought you were "good with children" and you thought you would be greeted with open arms; instead you were met with resistance from your step-kids and your partner is not giving you the support you need. You argue about money, ...
Feeling isolated? An interesting career, friends, or loving family doesn’t protect you from feeling anxious, sad, & lonely. The needs of others come before your own? Sometimes, as children, we fundamentally altered who we were to adjust to trauma, role-reversals, and cold parenting. This can create an underdeveloped sense of self or we are sensitive the slightest shifts in the moods of others....
How are you doing? How are the people in your life doing? Sometimes, we wish that the answer to the second question didn't have an effect on the first, but it does. I believe that relationships are a key component to our ability to thrive- whether it's romantic, platonic, or the relationship you have with yourself. You'd be surprised how often the biggest stressors in our lives are associated w...
