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
Despite our efforts to be present in our daily life, memories of past relationships and experiences can keep us from feeling fully capable of doing so. I will work collaboratively with you, valuing your life experiences and input, to achieve a life with an increased sense of satisfaction, fulfillment, and worth. I currently provide individual therapy in two locations. I have limited spots for...
*Blessings, at this time I am accepting patients who have Health Share/Care Oregon. If you would like to be added to the waitlist please email me. Peace and Blessings, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, focusing on children, teens, families, and individuals who may be in need of mental health healing. I absolutely love making authentic connections and watching the greatness of human spiri...
Life transitions, the demands of running a family, raising kids, a high pressure and stressful job, money concerns, and children’s needs can all erode the time and energy you have to put into your relationship. Life and relationships can be tough. What is needed to make it work often feels overwhelming, unclear, and giving up may seem like the only alternative. We need connection. We need love....
Are you dealing with anxiety/depression that is further compounded by how society treats your culture, identity and/or spirituality? I provide a safe space for you to explore your feelings, determine solutions and create a sense of balance in your life while embracing your own beliefs. I serve you in the comfort of your own home, community; and in the office (as requested). Upon contacting me b...
In short, I love my work. I get to help individuals grow and become more of who they are. As they are better able to cope with obstacles such as stress, anxiety, and depression, I watch them find greater fulfillment in their relationships, career/academics, and overall wellbeing. I am a licensed clinical psychologist providing integrative, evidence-based treatments to adults, adolescents, and...
I am an empathetic, client-centered, nonjudgmental listener with a passion for health, fitness, and personal transformation. I encourage mindfulness to calm the mind and meditation to relax the soul for growth, success, and positive change. I love to combine therapy with coaching to help people reach their full potential while enjoying life with zest, peace. Due to COVID-19, I primarily use...
Life takes us in directions that we sometimes do not plan for. It is not uncommon to become overwhelmed during these times. Speaking with a therapist can provide support, guidance and safety without judgement. I work with individuals, couples and families with a wide range of needs especially trauma, loss and grief. I also offer Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) which is...
I have been 8 years of clinical experience and specialize in forensic social work and extensive experience working with clients who have issues with addictions, depression, anxiety, and bipolar. I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy when treating my clients....
I use cutting edge interventions with often quick results. My training and focus is to help you dismantle faulty beliefs, discover your goals and values, and achieve personal growth, so that you can discover the freedom to live your best life. Therapy can be a powerful experience that can positively impact your life in various ways. Whether issues are social, couples, family, work, childhood,...
Do you want to be more of an author of your own life story as you navigate problematic emotions, thoughts, and patterns? I focus on empowering you to find your voice and explore the stories that shape identity including culture, sexuality, gender, spirituality, loss, and other ways we make sense of our world. I enjoy creating a warm, supportive space focused on increasing positive emotions,...
I have experience working with several populations including adolescents and young adults. I mostly use a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Person Centered Therapy. However, I believe therapy is most helpful when it is holistic and customized for each individual. I often add aspects of other treatment models to my treatment plan and tend to include creative/expressive activities t...
I believe in creating a safe space for a collaborative therapeutic experience. I tailor my therapeutic techniques and approaches to each individual and their specific life experiences and needs. I work with individuals and couples, adults and adolescents on a range of issues including: overcoming depression, anxiety, and mood disorders; adjustment issues and life transitions; gender and sexuali...
**** Please Note: Not Currently Accepting New Clients **** Often times counseling involves an element of discomfort, emotional pain, and vulnerability. We all have unique and rich personal histories that consist of success, fear, loss, and possibly trauma. My goal as your therapist is to meet you where you are with empathy and understanding. I work from the belief that you are the expert on you...
"Art can permeate the very deepest part of us, where no words exist" -Eileen Miller. I believe in the creative process as a powerful tool for facilitating self-expression, self-discovery, and self-fulfillment by integrating one's physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional health. I incorporate a variety of modalities, such as Art Therapy (no prior art training necessary), Play Therapy, and Sand...
Andrea Wainer has worked with people impacted by narcissistic spectrum disorders for her entire career. She provides support and coaching to victims of narcissistic abuse. She has worked and lived abroad (New York, Hong Kong, London, Singapore and Tokyo) with people divorcing narcissists. Andrea researches, trains, supervises, coaches and opines in judicial process involving character disordere...
