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
Everyday life can be overwhelming full of obstacles and challenges. Sometimes we can feel trapped, helpless, or alone. These feelings and thoughts are natural, however if not properly managed they can lead to emotional disturbance and unhealthy behaviors. But we have the power to take control of our lives. With the help of guidance, insight and self-awareness, it can be done. I believe that we ...
I work with individuals, couples and families as a trusted partner to build the life you want. We work together to identify roadblocks, belief & behavior patterns that limit you and your relationships, identify ineffective communication patterns and look for opportunities to change. I work with clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADD/ADHD, personality...
*CURRENTLY OFFERING TELEHEALTH/TELEPHONIC SERVICES* Whether you are feeling anxious, helpless, stuck or depressed, you do not have to overcome the challenges of life alone. I work collaboratively with my clients to help them identify ways to improve their quality of life. I believe that humans are resilient and have the resources to face obstacles in life. I appreciate each individual's unique...
I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been working to transform the lives of others in the behavioral health arena since 2003. I've worked to advocate and provide services to a diverse clientele which includes veterans, refugees, adolescents, families, persons suffering from a variety of mental illnesses and substance abusing individuals. I hold the belief that wellness and change can b...
Is fear taking center stage in your life? Are you crippled by anxiety? Are your emotions hijacking your life? Your heart feels frozen as stress take center stage. You feel deflated as a longing for something better consumes every cells of your body. You feel stuck in life. You question yourself, your values, your life, and your purpose. Drifting, no land in sight, you need a compass to guide yo...
I'm a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and Psychotherapist with experience in working with a diversity of people. My practice is built on the basis of meeting the individual(s) where they are at and utilize the modalities of CBT, DBT, Solution-Focused, Supportive, Trauma-Informed, Cliented-Centered, and Crisis Interventions. In addition to face-to-face counseling on the Big Island, I also...
I work with a wide range of adolescents and adults, in particular those in the LGBTQIA community who are seeking to understand and accept themselves. This process involves self-discovery, understanding and self-acceptance. We work through associated issues such as shame, guilt, low self - esteem, school bullying, verbal/physical abuse, discrimination and the lack of family and societal support....
I believe that every person needs and seeks to be validated and fully seen. I offer affirmative care for teens, adults, couples, and families to embrace their authentic selves and strive towards their full potential. This may look like recognizing harmful internalized messages or thought patterns, accessing language to communicate needs better, exploring gender/sexuality, examining relationship...
I realize that choosing a therapist is a very important decision, which is influenced by many factors. For this reason, I offer a free, fifteen-minute consultation to all potential clients. My goal is to support the people in my community with getting the services they need so, I am always happy to provide referrals based on individual needs. I enjoy working with all types of clients and have...
Are you feeling lost? Confused? Facing difficulties in your relationships or in understanding yourself? I know that therapy can help. Together we will work to unearth the problems that have been causing difficulties in your relationships or ability to navigate challenges. I can help you to think through problems, discover solutions, and deepen your relationships with others and yourself. I seek...
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. Are you pregnant but not feeling like yourself? Or a new mom who feels like you are failing in the parenting business? Feel like you get upset with your partner for what seems to be “small things"? Perhaps you are trying desperately to get pregnant only to be faced with infertility or recurring miscarriages. Depression in women is quite common, we just don’t go around...
People experiencing life changes often experience anxiety or depression. Issues of oppression, trauma, sexuality, family of origin, relationship problems as well as child growth and development can compound existing struggles. Sometimes children and families need additional support and resources. I see counseling as a collaborative effort between counselor and client. After a careful evaluation...
Life often comes with obstacles that are too overwhelming to tackle alone. Whether these may come in the form of traumatic experiences, inner struggles, relationship issues, or life adjustments, it can be difficult to seek extra support as you navigate through them. I work to help individuals, couples and families navigate their journey through life’s hurdles by helping them identify strengths...
Seeking therapy can intimidating, but tackling the stress that our home lives brings us alone is a difficult task. I understand that therapy is a unique and occasionally awkward experience so I want to tackle this process with my clients with honesty and humor. If you are struggling with anxiety, negative self image, or a difficult family or relationship and need a space to build confidence and...
Are you feeling anxious, sad or resentful because life isn't going as planned? Are you trying to balance the demands of a career and family, feeling disconnected in your personal relationships, or riding the rollercoaster of infertility? Life can be overwhelming, especially when the unexpected happens. I work with women, couples and families with an emphasis on dealing with anxiety, depression,...
