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
Our family of origin can sometimes predict the story for our life and the impact the decisions we make in our life. I want to facilitate conversations that act as catalysts to strengthen and improve existing connections between family members and/or loved ones. The narrative we create can become what we live. I want to help clarify, develop and support the narrator in your life to help you guid...
Do you find yourself looking for support and guidance through challenging times? As a life coach, I am charged to provide a listening ear with caring and compassionate services through life challenges. Through talk therapy, we can explore a healing path in a safe and encouraging environment free of judgment. I completed my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from East Stroudsburg University and my...
I enjoy working with adults, adolescents and families. Areas of specialty include depression, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem, disordered eating and eating disorders, perfectionism, and family conflict. I particularly enjoy working with adolescents and millennials as they transition to adulthood. My initial focus is on building trusting relationships and creating an environment in which clients fe...
I use a variety of treatment styles, theories and interventions in my work, but underneath it all my main focus is providing a safe, empathic environment for you to truly explore yourself and every facet of your experience. This includes exploring sources of pain and hurt, as well as celebrating sources of hope and joy. I believe that one of the most powerful things we can do is truly learn to...
(Not Accepting New Clients At This Time) Are you feeling stuck or struggling to make changes in life but can’t quite figure out how to get there? I work with clients to help them achieve their goals and make meaningful changes in their lives. This active approach is meant to help you move towards a sense of peace and fulfillment. As part of this process, I will help you learn skills and develop...
I work with people who are considering whether psychedelics are right for them, who are preparing to use a psychedelic, or who are seeking to integrate. I've helped my patients make the most of both positive and difficult experiences, while reducing negative outcomes. This expertise has been developed through work with my patients, my training in and provision of MDMA-assisted Psychotherapy for...
For over 25 years, I have had the honor to work with individuals, couples, and groups facing challenges with relationships, life transitions, depression, anxiety, and general life stress. Therapy is an opportunity to explore, process and heal. I utilize a variety of therapeutic approaches to help you improve your life and move forward. Through active and compassionate listening, I work with you...
Today you are one step closer to achieving your goals and beginning a positive path toward growth and well-being. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work to better understand and resolve challenges in life. Applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will begin to change long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions holding you back from a...
As individuals we are continually faced with life events that at times can be challenging, stressful and overwhelming and can impact our emotional and physical well being and relationships. It is at these times that we strive to find emotional and mental relief, balance and connection. As a licensed psychologist, I strive to help clients find positive coping skills to help them through events...
I offer an empathetic ear to adults and children in a nurturing, therapeutic setting. Sometimes it is very hard to communicate with others. I can bridge the gap between individuals to allow open communication which is key to resolving most family issues. I offer home based services. If you feel alone or that no one understands this is the place for you to discover your likeness to others. You a...
Substance use and emotional stressors can affect individuals and families without discrimination; oftening requiring a comprehensive treatment approach. I believe that the most successful path to healing is one that treats the whole person, not just the symptoms. I understand that addiction, depression, anxiety, and stress can affect every aspect of your life and it is my hope that, together, w...
You may be seeking support in moving toward a more preferred version of yourself, your life, and your relationships. You may be questioning facets of your identity such as your gender or sexuality, or perhaps you are feeling stuck with a particular challenge in the way you connect to yourself and others. You may be struggling with how to heal and make sense of past trauma or abuse, or are findi...
My clients are typically looking to resolve issues related to anxiety, stress, trauma, insomnia, depression, or relationship issues. Some clients also work on spiritual searching and exploring meaning in life. Sessions can focus on finding one’s purpose. Working with me often involves finding joy and humor again in life. Clients also learn practical skills they take with them, such as meditatio...
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in abuse and trauma, anger management, blended family issues, Christian counseling, conflict resolution, depression and anxiety, divorce recovery, domestic violence, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), marriage restoration and women's issues. I am committed to building a trusting, therapeutic relationship with each of ...
