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
Have you noticed patterns that are preventing you from achieving personal goals and living life fully and joyfully? Do sensations of panic or pervasive critical thoughts hold you back? Do you miss out on what's happening in your life because you feel flooded with thoughts of "what if"? My goal is to provide you with a safe, nonjudgmental space where we can examine thought patterns or expectatio...
I am committed to helping individuals, couples and families achieve greater quality of life, regardless of what season they may find themselves in. For those that may be struggling through mental or emotional difficulties, I offer individualized assessment and treatment. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, trauma and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), relationship problems, addicti...
*Accepting new clients/couples NOW- Online Video Therapy* With the stress of COV-ID 19 comes more financial struggle, anxieties about the future, family conflicts, and grief. This is all on top of the problems you may have been having before! Now, more than ever, you might be wondering how you are going to make it through. This is a normal fear, but taken to the extreme, can severely limit you...
My approach to therapy is based on developing a deep emotional connection with the people in our lives, improving self-esteem, accessing inner resources to cope with difficulties and learning to have compassion for ourselves and others. Although therapy can be very helpful when we are going through a difficult time in our lives, it is also an important self-care practice. Just like we attend yo...
Do you feel a disconnect between what you know in your head to be true, but can't seem to feel it deep down in your heart? When people say good things about you, do you want to believe it, but it just doesn't feel true? Did you think you were over your past, but you now realize it's still affecting you and all the things that worked before to keep it down aren't working anymore? My clients are...
*I'M NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS NOW.* I provide short-term individual and couple psychotherapy to adults ages 20+ dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, chronic pain, LGBTQQ+ issues, family issues, and general life concerns. I create a safe, non-judgmental. mutually respectful therapeutic environment with clients in which they can build on their pre-existing strengths and resources, examine...
At New Insights Behavioral Health Services, I provide therapy that is collaborative, understanding and humanistic, where I work together with patients to customize therapy so it is tailored to the patient's unique needs and goals. I work with people who come to therapy to address a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, traumatic stress, problematic substance use, shame, loss and grief...
Whether uncertainty lies in your relationships, work life, or within your own self-identity, therapy provides clients with a safe and supportive environment to freely explore their own solutions. The world can often feel like a place not quite built for you to be yourself. My hope is clients will emerge from session with a sense of empowerment over their circumstances. I am a marriage and coupl...
Welcome! My therapeutic philosophy focuses on a holistic approach: balancing physical, emotional, mental and spiritual needs. You can expect a safe, judgment-free environment, where you will be provided with honest and authentic feedback. Together, we will work to address your presenting concerns as well as set personal milestones to achieve your greatest and highest potential. The resilience o...
Life is filled with obstacles of all different shapes and sizes which often leave us feeling worn down emotionally; oftentimes, when this happens, what we need the most is someone that will listen to us without judgment and that will allow us to feel safe. I believe that when a client is able to connect with a therapist and genuinely feels respected and supported, the client is able to start to...
This world can be pretty challenging and there are times any one of us will feel overwhelmed, but perhaps you look around you and it seems like other people are making it work, so what's going on with you? Maybe you're starting to wonder if you're getting in your own way. I can lend a hand in understanding your stuck places and discovering more choices, to achieve personal growth and reach your...
Welcome!! I am so excited you've taken this first step towards therapy! I currently serve adults and adolescents (Age 14 and up). I am well versed in working with those who are experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, Race-Based Traumatic Stress, micro aggressions in the work place, relationship conflict, and survivors of trauma. I believe in working collaboratively with my clients to help...
Dr. Bettye Ford's practice has focused on helping teens, families, and individuals work through various issues associated with trauma and loss. Her trauma informed approach incorporates not only understanding of the current triggering event(s), but also the family, cultural, and historical elements that can contribute layers of complexity and multi'-generational components. Dr. Ford is trained ...
We look at the whole person with commitment to find relief from various conditions resulting from or creating stress. These include anxiety and depressed states caused by conflict and other difficulties in home, workplace, and social relationships. We also recognize and help manage psychological reactions associated with other illness. we serve a diverse group of adults, 18 years and older. Our...
Life has become an endless string of chores. You've gotten good at smiling on the outside, but internally you're just going through the motions. The loneliness, exhaustion, and lack of motivation are eating at you. Despite the well-meant advice from friends and family members you still feel stuck, unable to live your life fully. You know you desperately need to find meaning and purpose, but you...
