Culturally Sensitive Therapy emphasizes people’s various ethnic and cultural backgrounds within the therapeutic relationship.
Some approaches to therapy aim to treat every client the same — utilizing similar techniques, ways of communicating, and explanations of concepts. These therapists understand the importance of different cultures and recognize that these differences can impact the way someone experiences therapy. By bringing these experiences to the forefront of therapy, your therapist will validate your unique background and use it to work on your strengths and propel you toward your goals.
Your therapist will have foundational knowledge about your specific ethnic, cultural, and linguistic differences. They also will continue learning more about how your culture affects your life experiences.
Culturally Sensitive Therapy’s goal is to make you feel more comfortable and understood, not only when it comes to culture and ethnicity, but also religion, race, age, ability, gender, sexual orientation, and beliefs.
Your therapist will employ counseling techniques to help you on your healing journey. They also will serve as an advocate for your particular identities in the community by connecting you to culturally-sensitive resources. Ultimately, the therapy should make you feel comfortable and understood. When the therapeutic space is safer, you will be more likely to benefit from the process.
Therapists Who Specialize in Using Culturally Sensitive Therapy
Do you desire transformation? If you’re struggling with stress, chronic illness, relationships, work, school, or obtaining a life goal, a supportive collaborator can help you sow the seeds of change for a healthier life. I have a passion for supporting growth/ development and helping children, adolescents, adults, and families from diverse backgrounds. With your aspirations in mind, I bring a...
I strongly believe in the importance of providing a safe, authentic, and accepting space for my clients to be able to take the brave steps necessary to obtain the growth and healing they desire. My personal and professional experiences have shaped my desire to support those who have been feeling stuck in a certain area of life, are struggling with life transitions and desiring skills to activel...
My therapeutic approach is to fosters a space where the past, present, and future intersect in a way that healing, empowerment, and clear direction can flourish. I understand that life can at times be challenging, change can be destabilizing, and loss will cause pain. Through these life transitions one may at times need a safe space to cultivate hope and grow. I employ evidence based practices,...
I firmly believe that the most curative aspect of psychotherapy is the relationship between therapist and client. I believe that all people are searching for a corrective emotional experience of some kind, and it is my primary role as therapist to provide the space and safety to make this experience possible. My approach to client work is gentle and compassionate and always non-judgmental. I dr...
Are you looking for a professional to help you express your emotional truth in important relationships in your life? Are you looking to find new perspectives and useful tools to help you gain empowerment and freedom? Do you desire for a calmer mind with inner peace? This is where I can help. I will help you express your emotional truth, build coping skills, and successfully navigate life...
I recognize that making the decision to contact a therapist is difficult for some therefore, my goal is to make the process as comfortable as possible. I work in a relaxed, informal manner that is collaborative in nature. I often use humor in my therapy sessions and take every possible measure to ensure that my office is a safe place for clients to freely cry or express anger as they need....
My patients are usually hard working adults who have run into some tough times or are experiencing difficult emotional issues such as anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and addictions. I focus on using a strengths-based and harm reduction approach, which views each person as an individual with unique strengths and challenges. Using this approach values the person and facilitates a customized...
While assisting individuals who are moving through life transitions and coping with personal challenges, I strive to provide a safe, comfortable and non-judgmental environment. I have a strong history of working with individuals who are experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and/or loss. Although each individual is different and has different goals, each should feel secure in their...
*LGBTQ+ affirmative* Are you afraid to speak up or be your true self for fear of what others will say or do? Do you wish your family communicated more effectively, your kids would respect you and your rules, or you could get your teen to open up to you? Do you constantly give to others to the point of exhaustion or until you snap and wonder when it’s your turn to receive? If any of these scenar...
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS- OFFERING TELEHEALTH as we experience the impact of daily stressors. Do you find yourself struggling, unsure of yourself, not knowing which way to turn for help? Life can be difficult at times, be it related to changes in health, work, loss, or relationship issues. These changes can create feelings that can leave you anxious, overwhelmed, or even saddened by your life...
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who graduated from University of La Verne and has a variety of experiences working with children, families, and individuals throughout their lifespan. I work collaboratively with clients to assist them in moving towards healing and integration, acknowledging and validating the struggles along the way while also reorienting clients towards their...
Do you feel on edge, restless, & stressed out way too often? I know what it's like; you find it hard to breathe, mind is always going and you rarely feel relaxed. What if I said you CAN and WILL overcome the challenges you are facing. Or maybe you feel stuck, heavy and tired all the time? Does it seem like you just can't find motivation? Let’s figure it out together and get to the bottom of wha...
I believe in empowering individuals to become the best version of themselves. It is often difficult to move past issues, traumatic events, or insecurities but researching therapists is the first step, so congratulations on beginning the journey! My first career was in education as a high school teacher and the most rewarding aspect I took away from that experience was helping people find their...
Now Offering online video sessions to address Corona era issues and concerns. I offer heart and science-based psychotherapy to growth-oriented individuals interested in deepening their capacity for resilience, coping with life’s challenges, care, connection and meaning. Sessions are offered in person, or online via video chat. Counseling and coaching services are all informed by evidence-based...
Everyone deserves to feel at home in their body. I work using an intersectional feminist perspective with a focus on trauma, gender, sexuality and wellness and specialize in working with LGBTQ+, TGNCNB and queer identified communities. Working with a therapist as you strive towards your goals of healing can be an act of liberation and a vital part of envisioning a just future for yourself and t...
