Racial Identity Therapists in Arizona
Judy Dryer
Counselor, LAC
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85704
Welcome! I specialize in working with teenagers and adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, PTSD, stress, burnout, grief, anger, work and school challenges, ADHD, substance abuse/addiction, racial identity and chronic illness. With my background in school counseling and education, I am equipped to help parents navigate the 504 and IEP processes. I use a Person-Centered approach in my work, in addition to Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma Focused Therapy, and a Strengths-Based approach.
Welcome! I specialize in working with teenagers and adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, PTSD, stress, burnout, grief, anger, work and school challenges, ADHD, substance abuse/addiction, racial identity and chronic illness. With my background in school counseling and education, I am equipped to help parents navigate the 504 and IEP processes. I use a Person-Centered approach in my work, in addition to Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma Focused Therapy, and a Strengths-Based approach.
Kemi Akinbusuyi
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tempe, AZ 85282
Therapy tools: Evidence-based experiential tools to manage mind and body, nutrition and wellness, family needs, mood disorders, women’s issues, racial identity, immigration needs, ADHD, and perinatal & Mood disorders.
Congratulations on taking the first step towards your wellness. I am dedicated to walking alongside with you as you challenge the obstacles that seem to have held you back in your journey towards success and wholeness. You deserve to share your story and I am here to listen and proactively guide you with tools in storytelling, narrative and expressive therapy with other evidence based methodologies to allow you to be your authentic self while collaboratively tackling areas of distress or difficulties. Let us work together to develop more effective ways to handle the barriers that are standing in the way of your goals.
Therapy tools: Evidence-based experiential tools to manage mind and body, nutrition and wellness, family needs, mood disorders, women’s issues, racial identity, immigration needs, ADHD, and perinatal & Mood disorders.
Congratulations on taking the first step towards your wellness. I am dedicated to walking alongside with you as you challenge the obstacles that seem to have held you back in your journey towards success and wholeness. You deserve to share your story and I am here to listen and proactively guide you with tools in storytelling, narrative and expressive therapy with other evidence based methodologies to allow you to be your authentic self while collaboratively tackling areas of distress or difficulties. Let us work together to develop more effective ways to handle the barriers that are standing in the way of your goals.
Rachael Farrier Cultivate Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
As a therapist, I specialize in working with survivors of domestic, intimate partner, and sexual violence, as well as those experiencing challenges with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and racial identity. My extensive experience in the criminal justice system and crisis intervention has deepened my awareness and application of behavioral health resources and trauma informed care. The incredible courage behind asking for help is what drives my passion within this type of work.
As a therapist, I specialize in working with survivors of domestic, intimate partner, and sexual violence, as well as those experiencing challenges with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and racial identity. My extensive experience in the criminal justice system and crisis intervention has deepened my awareness and application of behavioral health resources and trauma informed care. The incredible courage behind asking for help is what drives my passion within this type of work.
Sirenna Meza
Counselor, MSPC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glendale, AZ 85304 (Online Only)
People seek therapy for guidance, understanding, and relief we will work towards building rapport and skill-building to apply in your everyday interactions. We'll explore your thought process, emotions, actions, and behaviors that arise in the present moment. I look forward to building a collaborative relationship. As a second-generation, multicultural Latina-Asian female, I believe that diversity is beautiful, and everyone should have access to healing and peace. I am culturally sensitive, open-minded, and non-judgmental.
People seek therapy for guidance, understanding, and relief we will work towards building rapport and skill-building to apply in your everyday interactions. We'll explore your thought process, emotions, actions, and behaviors that arise in the present moment. I look forward to building a collaborative relationship. As a second-generation, multicultural Latina-Asian female, I believe that diversity is beautiful, and everyone should have access to healing and peace. I am culturally sensitive, open-minded, and non-judgmental.
Mónica Beltrán
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85704
I am passionate about people and the diversity inherent in being human. I believe that our connections and collaborations with others can be a tremendous asset to healing. I integrate a Body-Centered approach to my work in trauma, individual processing, and relationships, which supports me to help others in embracing new possibilities. In witnessing the barriers and potential in you, I facilitate a movement towards being the person that you would like to be. I have expertise in working with Attachment, Developmental Trauma and PTSD, EMDR, Diversity Issues, Depression, Relational Challenges, and Personal Development.
I am passionate about people and the diversity inherent in being human. I believe that our connections and collaborations with others can be a tremendous asset to healing. I integrate a Body-Centered approach to my work in trauma, individual processing, and relationships, which supports me to help others in embracing new possibilities. In witnessing the barriers and potential in you, I facilitate a movement towards being the person that you would like to be. I have expertise in working with Attachment, Developmental Trauma and PTSD, EMDR, Diversity Issues, Depression, Relational Challenges, and Personal Development.
Nina Dhaliwal
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
Scottsdale, AZ 85255 (Online Only)
You've been taking care of others for as long as you can remember. You’ve always sacrificed your own well-being to help those around you. A friend broke up with her partner, so you’re the shoulder to cry on. There was a problem with a client at work, so you fixed it. Your husband and kids rely on you for everything from getting dressed to eating meals. “As long as everyone else is happy,” you tell yourself, “Then I’m fine.” But you’re not fine. You’ve completely lost touch with yourself and don’t have the time or energy to find your way back. You’re filled with guilt whenever you try to take a moment for yourself. It feels hopeless.
You've been taking care of others for as long as you can remember. You’ve always sacrificed your own well-being to help those around you. A friend broke up with her partner, so you’re the shoulder to cry on. There was a problem with a client at work, so you fixed it. Your husband and kids rely on you for everything from getting dressed to eating meals. “As long as everyone else is happy,” you tell yourself, “Then I’m fine.” But you’re not fine. You’ve completely lost touch with yourself and don’t have the time or energy to find your way back. You’re filled with guilt whenever you try to take a moment for yourself. It feels hopeless.
Liberation Counseling and Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tucson, AZ 85747 (Online Only)
You’re the person who: feels like you should have it together but is wondering where you fit; feels like people "just can’t know this thing about me"; looks like someone but feels like someone else; carries a secret that no one can know about. You're wondering “who am I now” and terrified that the people you love most will see that. There’s a part of you that feels so hidden, so shameful that you don’t dare tell anyone. You’re certain that if they find out, they won’t want you any more. And so you keep everyone away from that part; finally, that has meant keeping everyone away. You're hurting. You're lost. And you are lonely.
You’re the person who: feels like you should have it together but is wondering where you fit; feels like people "just can’t know this thing about me"; looks like someone but feels like someone else; carries a secret that no one can know about. You're wondering “who am I now” and terrified that the people you love most will see that. There’s a part of you that feels so hidden, so shameful that you don’t dare tell anyone. You’re certain that if they find out, they won’t want you any more. And so you keep everyone away from that part; finally, that has meant keeping everyone away. You're hurting. You're lost. And you are lonely.
Sybil Nwulu
Counselor, MS, MC, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85004
I view therapy as a space for you, the client to be unequivocally yourself while recognizing that there are so many internal and interpersonal factors alongside systems in place that may contribute to the pain, anxiety, and discomfort one feels. You are the most important person in your own life, and once you start to care for yourself in healing ways, this can be extended to others who you care for and love. I believe that it is important to walk patiently with every individual and I also believe that it is important to discuss how cultural beliefs and societal roles may influence one’s perception and experiences.
I view therapy as a space for you, the client to be unequivocally yourself while recognizing that there are so many internal and interpersonal factors alongside systems in place that may contribute to the pain, anxiety, and discomfort one feels. You are the most important person in your own life, and once you start to care for yourself in healing ways, this can be extended to others who you care for and love. I believe that it is important to walk patiently with every individual and I also believe that it is important to discuss how cultural beliefs and societal roles may influence one’s perception and experiences.
Dulce Segura
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tempe, AZ 85283
As an MFT Intern, I have training and experience in working with couples and families that are not "typical" and enjoy supporting them in navigating their unique challenges, strengths, and differences in a way that feels supportive for all people involved in the family unit. I have a passion for supporting individuals in navigating the effects of trauma and harmful relationships. I am also excited to work with second generation young adults and supporting them in navigating the many common challenges that come with navigating conflicting values (generational, cultural, societal, etc).
As an MFT Intern, I have training and experience in working with couples and families that are not "typical" and enjoy supporting them in navigating their unique challenges, strengths, and differences in a way that feels supportive for all people involved in the family unit. I have a passion for supporting individuals in navigating the effects of trauma and harmful relationships. I am also excited to work with second generation young adults and supporting them in navigating the many common challenges that come with navigating conflicting values (generational, cultural, societal, etc).
Erica Tatum-Sheade
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
Connection, Compassion, and Collaboration are the three most important components of working with me. I believe in the power of connection. In my office, we will work to establish a connection that is empowering and rooted in mutual understanding. You will have a place where you can remove your armor and just be. I have spent most of my career working with children and families and understand that life can be difficult. I also understand that we have the innate ability to navigate life’s challenges when we have the proper support. My job is to walk beside you on your journey, helping you see your blindsides.
Connection, Compassion, and Collaboration are the three most important components of working with me. I believe in the power of connection. In my office, we will work to establish a connection that is empowering and rooted in mutual understanding. You will have a place where you can remove your armor and just be. I have spent most of my career working with children and families and understand that life can be difficult. I also understand that we have the innate ability to navigate life’s challenges when we have the proper support. My job is to walk beside you on your journey, helping you see your blindsides.
La Consejera
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rio Rico, AZ 85648 (Online Only)
Coming from a collective culture, it is hard to know where our family and culture ends, and we begin. I help marginalized people find their individual voice so that they feel comfortable being who they want to be. I am highly committed to mental health and cultivating a culture of acceptance among marginalized people.
Coming from a collective culture, it is hard to know where our family and culture ends, and we begin. I help marginalized people find their individual voice so that they feel comfortable being who they want to be. I am highly committed to mental health and cultivating a culture of acceptance among marginalized people.
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Counselor, LAC
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85747
Welcome. Are you tired of feeling like anxiety or depression has become a way of life? Do you feel out of control or helpless sometimes? Do thoughts of the future bring up fear and worry that you won’t be able to complete life challenges? Are your past experiences affecting you now? Are your symptoms affecting your ability to connect with others, resulting in isolation and loneliness?
Welcome. Are you tired of feeling like anxiety or depression has become a way of life? Do you feel out of control or helpless sometimes? Do thoughts of the future bring up fear and worry that you won’t be able to complete life challenges? Are your past experiences affecting you now? Are your symptoms affecting your ability to connect with others, resulting in isolation and loneliness?
Jessica Anderson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Glendale, AZ 85307 (Online Only)
My passion lies in helping individuals and couples navigate difficult life experiences and transitions. Have you recently experienced a miscarriage or stillbirth? Are you pregnant and struggling with anxiety or depression? Are you struggling with adjusting to life after child birth? I can help! Are you a young adult that is having trouble “adulting”, or struggling to figure out “who am I”? I can help with that! Are you in need of assistance in reestablishing your boundaries, and improving relationships? I'm happy to help!
My passion lies in helping individuals and couples navigate difficult life experiences and transitions. Have you recently experienced a miscarriage or stillbirth? Are you pregnant and struggling with anxiety or depression? Are you struggling with adjusting to life after child birth? I can help! Are you a young adult that is having trouble “adulting”, or struggling to figure out “who am I”? I can help with that! Are you in need of assistance in reestablishing your boundaries, and improving relationships? I'm happy to help!
Raymonda D Matheka
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Surprise, AZ 85374 (Online Only)
This is your journey, let me be your guide to wholeness, health and peace. I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in working with individuals who have experienced trauma, compassion fatigue, relationship and parenting issues, spiritual conflicts, depression, and anxiety. With a holistic approach, addressing the mind, body and spirit, our goal will always be to heal the way you want to heal. I will also make it my priority to create a safe and nonjudgmental place for you to address any issues.
This is your journey, let me be your guide to wholeness, health and peace. I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in working with individuals who have experienced trauma, compassion fatigue, relationship and parenting issues, spiritual conflicts, depression, and anxiety. With a holistic approach, addressing the mind, body and spirit, our goal will always be to heal the way you want to heal. I will also make it my priority to create a safe and nonjudgmental place for you to address any issues.
Aaron 'A.J.' Jacobson
Counselor, MC, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gilbert, AZ 85234
Beyond Counseling is a place to explore your true self and confront the trials of life. Together, we create a sacred space for healing, growth, and discovery. As a counselor, hearing your story is one of my greatest privileges. It is my hope that as your life story unfolds, we can better prepare you (the main character) to face and embrace the challenges, opportunities and events that shape you.
Beyond Counseling is a place to explore your true self and confront the trials of life. Together, we create a sacred space for healing, growth, and discovery. As a counselor, hearing your story is one of my greatest privileges. It is my hope that as your life story unfolds, we can better prepare you (the main character) to face and embrace the challenges, opportunities and events that shape you.
Maki Obana
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Mesa, AZ 85202
I believe that people have the innate power to positively change the course of their lives with a supportive environment. When you are in a challenging situation, you naturally feel ambivalence about change since it requires letting go of the familiar for something unknown. If you're looking for extra support and guidance to get through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you.
I believe that people have the innate power to positively change the course of their lives with a supportive environment. When you are in a challenging situation, you naturally feel ambivalence about change since it requires letting go of the familiar for something unknown. If you're looking for extra support and guidance to get through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you.
K T Moore
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85016
My name is KT Moore and my pronouns are they/them. As a Black and genderqueer individual, I am passionate about working with clients who are multicultural and who are members of the LGBTQAAI2S+ community through an intersectionality lens. I find joy in helping clients explore their gender, racial and/or sexuality identities, and process trauma through use of creative self-expression, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Strengths-Based Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Mindfulness. I help clients build healthy coping skills, find their strengths, narrate their own stories, and develop healthy thought patterns.
My name is KT Moore and my pronouns are they/them. As a Black and genderqueer individual, I am passionate about working with clients who are multicultural and who are members of the LGBTQAAI2S+ community through an intersectionality lens. I find joy in helping clients explore their gender, racial and/or sexuality identities, and process trauma through use of creative self-expression, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Strengths-Based Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Mindfulness. I help clients build healthy coping skills, find their strengths, narrate their own stories, and develop healthy thought patterns.
Amber Block-Zambrano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85003
My passion for service is especially directed at underrepresented communities (BIPOC, LGBTQIA+). I understand there is power in being heard, seen and validated and I pride myself in allowing my clients the space for that. I use a combination of Eye movement desensitization reprocessing (EMDR), motivational interviewing (MI), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), solution focused therapy (SFT), and mindfulness to help people navigate trauma, anxiety, depression, self esteem, relationships, and other issues.
My passion for service is especially directed at underrepresented communities (BIPOC, LGBTQIA+). I understand there is power in being heard, seen and validated and I pride myself in allowing my clients the space for that. I use a combination of Eye movement desensitization reprocessing (EMDR), motivational interviewing (MI), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), solution focused therapy (SFT), and mindfulness to help people navigate trauma, anxiety, depression, self esteem, relationships, and other issues.
Jeanine Whitehead
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85003 (Online Only)
I want to acknowledge the courage you are demonstrating as you take steps to seek support; this process can feel scary and overwhelming. To ease those feelings, I want to share a little bit about myself with you. My name is Jeanine Whitehead and I describe myself as empathetic, supportive, and silly. I enjoy spending time going to the movies, reading a good book, and exploring my community with friends and family. As a person from a multicultural and biracial background, I understand the challenges that often impact one’s sense of belonging and identity.
I want to acknowledge the courage you are demonstrating as you take steps to seek support; this process can feel scary and overwhelming. To ease those feelings, I want to share a little bit about myself with you. My name is Jeanine Whitehead and I describe myself as empathetic, supportive, and silly. I enjoy spending time going to the movies, reading a good book, and exploring my community with friends and family. As a person from a multicultural and biracial background, I understand the challenges that often impact one’s sense of belonging and identity.
Nisha Todi
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85286 (Online Only)
Available for new patients It can be discouraging when you notice yourself repeating the same patterns but feel unable to change. Experiencing difficult emotions can lead you to react in ways that are unhelpful and unhealthy. You may feel like you can't control how triggers from your past impact your current relationships. Maybe you find yourself feeling lost and stuck making it difficult for you to connect with others and lead a more fulfilling life. It can be scary to pursue therapy because you want to make sure you find someone who will validate your experience.
Available for new patients It can be discouraging when you notice yourself repeating the same patterns but feel unable to change. Experiencing difficult emotions can lead you to react in ways that are unhelpful and unhealthy. You may feel like you can't control how triggers from your past impact your current relationships. Maybe you find yourself feeling lost and stuck making it difficult for you to connect with others and lead a more fulfilling life. It can be scary to pursue therapy because you want to make sure you find someone who will validate your experience.