Culturally Sensitive Therapists in Phoenix, AZ
Rooted in culturally sensitive, feminist, and LGBTQ affirming care, sessions are creative, collaborative, and empowering.
Are you emotionally drained from overgiving or questioning your reality? Maybe you’re stuck in self-doubt, burnout, or patterns that leave you feeling invisible in your relationships. You might be recovering from gaslighting, control, or emotional neglect—pain that often isn’t visible to others. My work focuses on helping individuals heal from relational trauma, rebuild self-trust, and create boundaries that feel safe, empowered, and real. You don’t have to keep carrying this alone.
Rooted in culturally sensitive, feminist, and LGBTQ affirming care, sessions are creative, collaborative, and empowering.
Are you emotionally drained from overgiving or questioning your reality? Maybe you’re stuck in self-doubt, burnout, or patterns that leave you feeling invisible in your relationships. You might be recovering from gaslighting, control, or emotional neglect—pain that often isn’t visible to others. My work focuses on helping individuals heal from relational trauma, rebuild self-trust, and create boundaries that feel safe, empowered, and real. You don’t have to keep carrying this alone.
Hobbs practices from a trauma-informed and culturally sensitive perspective, witnessing clients holistically—mind, body, and soul.
Hobbs offers affirming therapy for many marginalized communities, including neurodivergent individuals, the LGBTQIA+ community, those practicing ethical non-monogamy, and alternative faiths. Hobbs is sex-positive and kink-allied, seeks fat liberation, and is body-affirming. They can assist spiritual and faith-based clients. Their practice continually evolves toward decolonization, with therapeutic techniques and modalities tailored to the client’s unique needs.
Hobbs practices from a trauma-informed and culturally sensitive perspective, witnessing clients holistically—mind, body, and soul.
Hobbs offers affirming therapy for many marginalized communities, including neurodivergent individuals, the LGBTQIA+ community, those practicing ethical non-monogamy, and alternative faiths. Hobbs is sex-positive and kink-allied, seeks fat liberation, and is body-affirming. They can assist spiritual and faith-based clients. Their practice continually evolves toward decolonization, with therapeutic techniques and modalities tailored to the client’s unique needs.
Knowing some of the challenges, I aim to offer a culturally sensitive, inclusive approach to healing, where I can honor your unique identity, values, and experiences.
Healing comes about when one life meets another with presence, care, and compassion; it begins within genuine encounters in the struggles and celebrations of life. Particularly in moments of pain and messiness, we often lose touch with our sense of self–our strengths, direction, voice, and worth. I work with you to rediscover and recover the fullness of who you are, while respecting your resilience, lived experiences, and humanness. It takes courage to begin therapy, and I offer both warm validation and direct challenges that support your journey of change, recovery, and healing.
Knowing some of the challenges, I aim to offer a culturally sensitive, inclusive approach to healing, where I can honor your unique identity, values, and experiences.
Healing comes about when one life meets another with presence, care, and compassion; it begins within genuine encounters in the struggles and celebrations of life. Particularly in moments of pain and messiness, we often lose touch with our sense of self–our strengths, direction, voice, and worth. I work with you to rediscover and recover the fullness of who you are, while respecting your resilience, lived experiences, and humanness. It takes courage to begin therapy, and I offer both warm validation and direct challenges that support your journey of change, recovery, and healing.
If you're seeking support for past or present challenges, such as anxiety and depression, I provide an empathetic perspective and culturally sensitive space to be able to collaborate with you to achieve your goals.
My Master's level experience and hands-on training have equipped me with a solid foundation in various therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).
If you're seeking support for past or present challenges, such as anxiety and depression, I provide an empathetic perspective and culturally sensitive space to be able to collaborate with you to achieve your goals.
My Master's level experience and hands-on training have equipped me with a solid foundation in various therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).
As an LGBTQIA+ affirming professional and woman of color, I am committed to fostering a non-judgmental, culturally sensitive environment that supports clients in building a fulfilling and meaningful life.
My objective is to cultivate a supportive environment conducive to open dialogue, personal growth, and addressing your unique needs. My therapeutic approach is grounded in person-centered therapy, allowing for the integration of other interventions as clinically indicated.
As an LGBTQIA+ affirming professional and woman of color, I am committed to fostering a non-judgmental, culturally sensitive environment that supports clients in building a fulfilling and meaningful life.
My objective is to cultivate a supportive environment conducive to open dialogue, personal growth, and addressing your unique needs. My therapeutic approach is grounded in person-centered therapy, allowing for the integration of other interventions as clinically indicated.
We commit to providing trauma informed, judgment-free and culturally sensitive care to our clients and families.
My name is Grace Shivka! My pronouns are she/her. I focus on providing affirming, humanistic, and client-centered counseling for adolescents and adults. I believe each client is the expert to their own story and lived experience. As a counselor, I can provide a therapeutic lens combined with tailored coping skills, emotion regulation strategies and interpersonal effectiveness skills to help you navigate living with trauma, conflict, and other mental health challenges. While we address your unique needs and goals together, you will be met with empathy, openness, warmth, honesty, and compassion every step of the way.
We commit to providing trauma informed, judgment-free and culturally sensitive care to our clients and families.
My name is Grace Shivka! My pronouns are she/her. I focus on providing affirming, humanistic, and client-centered counseling for adolescents and adults. I believe each client is the expert to their own story and lived experience. As a counselor, I can provide a therapeutic lens combined with tailored coping skills, emotion regulation strategies and interpersonal effectiveness skills to help you navigate living with trauma, conflict, and other mental health challenges. While we address your unique needs and goals together, you will be met with empathy, openness, warmth, honesty, and compassion every step of the way.
I utilize a person-centered and culturally sensitive model in therapeutic interventions.
Immediate Openings! If you are here, you are likely struggling with one of the most difficult times in your life and I applaud your courage to seek help. As a trained listener, I will hold space for you with empathy. It is my passion to help people cope through those difficult moments whether it be due to trauma, relationship issues, grief and loss, or depression. Traumatic experiences can sometimes cause a desire to hide from the world in a dark hole hoping the pain will pass. I am here to bring a candle into that dark hole and join you there with kindness as we navigate the way out.
I utilize a person-centered and culturally sensitive model in therapeutic interventions.
Immediate Openings! If you are here, you are likely struggling with one of the most difficult times in your life and I applaud your courage to seek help. As a trained listener, I will hold space for you with empathy. It is my passion to help people cope through those difficult moments whether it be due to trauma, relationship issues, grief and loss, or depression. Traumatic experiences can sometimes cause a desire to hide from the world in a dark hole hoping the pain will pass. I am here to bring a candle into that dark hole and join you there with kindness as we navigate the way out.
As a queer woman of color, I believe in creating a non-judgmental and culturally sensitive space that allows clients to grow safely.
Hi! I’m Jordan Hicks (she/they), and I am accepting new clients. I am a Licensed Master Social Worker at the Gender Identity Center in Phoenix. I received my bachelor’s degree from Arizona State University in Psychology with a focus on Gender Studies and Human Development. I earned my Master of Arts in Social Work from The University of Chicago, with a focus on trauma informed care. I recently moved back to Arizona to begin my professional career. I believe knowing oneself intimately is a special gift that we all deserve. Therapy can be used as a guiding tool in understanding your mind and body in more intimate ways.
As a queer woman of color, I believe in creating a non-judgmental and culturally sensitive space that allows clients to grow safely.
Hi! I’m Jordan Hicks (she/they), and I am accepting new clients. I am a Licensed Master Social Worker at the Gender Identity Center in Phoenix. I received my bachelor’s degree from Arizona State University in Psychology with a focus on Gender Studies and Human Development. I earned my Master of Arts in Social Work from The University of Chicago, with a focus on trauma informed care. I recently moved back to Arizona to begin my professional career. I believe knowing oneself intimately is a special gift that we all deserve. Therapy can be used as a guiding tool in understanding your mind and body in more intimate ways.
I blend culturally sensitive methods with trauma-informed techniques.
My clients are open to examining both what is working and what isn't in their personal life, family, or organizational systems. Clients may be individuals, families, or organizations looking to improve their dynamics, resolve challenges, and grow. For clinicians seeking supervision, they may be early or mid-career professionals wanting to enhance their clinical skills and adopt a more systemic perspective. My clients value kindness and compassion, and they aim for deeper understanding, improvement, and growth in their relationships, behaviors, and overall functioning.
I blend culturally sensitive methods with trauma-informed techniques.
My clients are open to examining both what is working and what isn't in their personal life, family, or organizational systems. Clients may be individuals, families, or organizations looking to improve their dynamics, resolve challenges, and grow. For clinicians seeking supervision, they may be early or mid-career professionals wanting to enhance their clinical skills and adopt a more systemic perspective. My clients value kindness and compassion, and they aim for deeper understanding, improvement, and growth in their relationships, behaviors, and overall functioning.
My goal is to provide a culturally sensitive, nonjudgmental space.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by life’s challenges, struggling with racing thoughts, or finding it hard to manage your emotions? Whether you're dealing with stress, anxiety, past trauma, or relationship struggles, you don’t have to face it alone. Therapy offers a safe space to process your experiences, gain clarity, and build effective coping skills. Together, we’ll work to help you break free from negative cycles, strengthen your relationships, and regain a sense of control and balance in your life.
My goal is to provide a culturally sensitive, nonjudgmental space.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by life’s challenges, struggling with racing thoughts, or finding it hard to manage your emotions? Whether you're dealing with stress, anxiety, past trauma, or relationship struggles, you don’t have to face it alone. Therapy offers a safe space to process your experiences, gain clarity, and build effective coping skills. Together, we’ll work to help you break free from negative cycles, strengthen your relationships, and regain a sense of control and balance in your life.
I apply a culturally sensitive integrated approach using evidence-based interventions tailored to fit your needs.
Are you interested in living more authentically and fostering deeper connections with yourself and others? The most important relationship you have is with yourself. This affects other aspects of your life- your health and wellness, how you relate to others, and how you are performing at school or work. Life's struggles aren't linear and can be unpredictable, oftentimes catching us off guard. If unprepared for the challenges faced, they can leave us feeling overwhelmed and less connected with ourselves and others. I most enjoy working with those seeking awareness and inner balance.
I apply a culturally sensitive integrated approach using evidence-based interventions tailored to fit your needs.
Are you interested in living more authentically and fostering deeper connections with yourself and others? The most important relationship you have is with yourself. This affects other aspects of your life- your health and wellness, how you relate to others, and how you are performing at school or work. Life's struggles aren't linear and can be unpredictable, oftentimes catching us off guard. If unprepared for the challenges faced, they can leave us feeling overwhelmed and less connected with ourselves and others. I most enjoy working with those seeking awareness and inner balance.
I will partner with you in a safe and non-judgmental environment using a strengths-based and culturally sensitive, with humor if appropriate, manner to help you develop the necessary skills to successfully manage the challenges in your life.
I am a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, and I offer a compassionate, client-centered approach that will help you navigate life’s challenges with confidence and clarity. With a focus on understanding your unique strengths and needs, I will match a variety of clinically tested and evidence-based interventions to help you achieve the best possible outcomes.
I will partner with you in a safe and non-judgmental environment using a strengths-based and culturally sensitive, with humor if appropriate, manner to help you develop the necessary skills to successfully manage the challenges in your life.
I am a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, and I offer a compassionate, client-centered approach that will help you navigate life’s challenges with confidence and clarity. With a focus on understanding your unique strengths and needs, I will match a variety of clinically tested and evidence-based interventions to help you achieve the best possible outcomes.
I'm a culturally sensitive, trauma-informed therapist focusing on getting you to your goals.
My theoretical orientation draws from a Rogerian person-centered perspective integrating holistic and existential strategies while acknowledging the value of everyone’s unique experiences. As your therapist, I promise to help you uncover your full potential.
I'm a culturally sensitive, trauma-informed therapist focusing on getting you to your goals.
My theoretical orientation draws from a Rogerian person-centered perspective integrating holistic and existential strategies while acknowledging the value of everyone’s unique experiences. As your therapist, I promise to help you uncover your full potential.
I will partner with you in a safe and non-judgmental environment using a strengths-based and culturally sensitive, with humor if appropriate, manner to help you develop the necessary skills to successfully manage the challenges in your life.
I am a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, and I offer a compassionate, client-centered approach that will help you navigate life’s challenges with confidence and clarity. With a focus on understanding your unique strengths and needs, I will match a variety of clinically tested and evidence-based interventions to help you achieve the best possible outcomes.
I will partner with you in a safe and non-judgmental environment using a strengths-based and culturally sensitive, with humor if appropriate, manner to help you develop the necessary skills to successfully manage the challenges in your life.
I am a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, and I offer a compassionate, client-centered approach that will help you navigate life’s challenges with confidence and clarity. With a focus on understanding your unique strengths and needs, I will match a variety of clinically tested and evidence-based interventions to help you achieve the best possible outcomes.
Having experienced firsthand the magic of culturally sensitive therapy, I'm dedicated to offering care that vibes with my clients' lives.
Are you in your sad-girl era? Anxious? Exploring gender? Throuple trouble? Tired of therapists who judge you? If that’s you, look no further! Our licensed therapists are for, and from, our community. Just. Like. You. In today's world, the importance of culturally appropriate, judgment-free, and affirmative care cannot be overstated. As someone deeply connected to the LGBTQIA2S+ spectrum, Deaf community, and folks navigating unique life experiences, I've committed my career to reimagining and reindigenizing therapy.
Having experienced firsthand the magic of culturally sensitive therapy, I'm dedicated to offering care that vibes with my clients' lives.
Are you in your sad-girl era? Anxious? Exploring gender? Throuple trouble? Tired of therapists who judge you? If that’s you, look no further! Our licensed therapists are for, and from, our community. Just. Like. You. In today's world, the importance of culturally appropriate, judgment-free, and affirmative care cannot be overstated. As someone deeply connected to the LGBTQIA2S+ spectrum, Deaf community, and folks navigating unique life experiences, I've committed my career to reimagining and reindigenizing therapy.
Some of the models I use are: Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) · Attachment-based · Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) · Cognitive Processing (CPT) · Culturally Sensitive · Family Systems · Interpersonal · Intervention · Multicultural · Person-Centered · Positive Psychology · Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
Hello. My name is Florence Simcoe. I have been a clinical social worker for almost 45 years (and still love it.) I am an LCSW, which is the highest degree of licensure in the state of Arizona- (LCSW 1016). As a clinician, I focus on the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental illness, emotional, and other behavioral disturbances. I individualize my theoretical approach to your needs and consider our work to be one of active partnership and collaboration. I work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
Some of the models I use are: Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) · Attachment-based · Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) · Cognitive Processing (CPT) · Culturally Sensitive · Family Systems · Interpersonal · Intervention · Multicultural · Person-Centered · Positive Psychology · Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
Hello. My name is Florence Simcoe. I have been a clinical social worker for almost 45 years (and still love it.) I am an LCSW, which is the highest degree of licensure in the state of Arizona- (LCSW 1016). As a clinician, I focus on the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental illness, emotional, and other behavioral disturbances. I individualize my theoretical approach to your needs and consider our work to be one of active partnership and collaboration. I work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
I am licensed in California and Arizona, and I provide telehealth services that are trauma-informed and culturally sensitive.
Serenity, Equanimity, Peace of Mind. Are these qualities sorely missing from your life? You are not alone. Most Westerners experience rushed living, lack of acceptance, anxious and depressed mood - what inevitably amounts to suffering. While pain is a universal experience, with practice suffering can become optional. But lack of skill, low motivation, and general haggardness of life prevent many from consistent self-care which can alleviate suffering. If this is your story, The Serenity Center was opened with you in mind. Reducing suffering to manageable levels is an achievable goal - and all you may need is a skillful guide.
I am licensed in California and Arizona, and I provide telehealth services that are trauma-informed and culturally sensitive.
Serenity, Equanimity, Peace of Mind. Are these qualities sorely missing from your life? You are not alone. Most Westerners experience rushed living, lack of acceptance, anxious and depressed mood - what inevitably amounts to suffering. While pain is a universal experience, with practice suffering can become optional. But lack of skill, low motivation, and general haggardness of life prevent many from consistent self-care which can alleviate suffering. If this is your story, The Serenity Center was opened with you in mind. Reducing suffering to manageable levels is an achievable goal - and all you may need is a skillful guide.
My holistic and eclectic treatment approach draws from strength-based, cognitive-behavioral, positive psychology, culturally sensitive, and mindfulness-based theories to understand problems and bring about growth and change.
Areas of Speciality include Anxiety, Depression, Self-Esteem, Life Transitions, Stress, Grief/Trauma/Loss, Social Skills, and Chronic Medical Illnesses.
My holistic and eclectic treatment approach draws from strength-based, cognitive-behavioral, positive psychology, culturally sensitive, and mindfulness-based theories to understand problems and bring about growth and change.
Areas of Speciality include Anxiety, Depression, Self-Esteem, Life Transitions, Stress, Grief/Trauma/Loss, Social Skills, and Chronic Medical Illnesses.
Your experience will be personalized, empowering, and culturally sensitive, blending practical tools, creative expression, meaningful exploration, and genuine compassion to foster deeper self-awareness, clarity, and lasting growth.
Starting therapy is a meaningful step, and it’s one that takes courage. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply seeking a deeper connection to yourself and others, I’m here to walk alongside you with compassion, curiosity, and care.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and personalized. With a MA from Boston College in counseling psychology, I integrate evidence-based practices like cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), narrative therapy, existential therapy, bibliotherapy, and expressive arts. Healing and growth are not one-size-fits-all, and together, we’ll find the tools and approaches that feel right for you.
Your experience will be personalized, empowering, and culturally sensitive, blending practical tools, creative expression, meaningful exploration, and genuine compassion to foster deeper self-awareness, clarity, and lasting growth.
Starting therapy is a meaningful step, and it’s one that takes courage. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply seeking a deeper connection to yourself and others, I’m here to walk alongside you with compassion, curiosity, and care.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and personalized. With a MA from Boston College in counseling psychology, I integrate evidence-based practices like cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), narrative therapy, existential therapy, bibliotherapy, and expressive arts. Healing and growth are not one-size-fits-all, and together, we’ll find the tools and approaches that feel right for you.
She is LGBTQ+ affirming, culturally sensitive, and dedicated to helping each client tap into their authentic self.
Analecia is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and private practice owner passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families feel seen, safe, and supported. She specializes in anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, and emotional regulation, offering holistic, client-centered therapy for kids (2+), teens, and adults. Her ideal clients feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected—and want to break cycles, build self-trust, and feel more at peace in their relationships and within themselves.
She is LGBTQ+ affirming, culturally sensitive, and dedicated to helping each client tap into their authentic self.
Analecia is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and private practice owner passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families feel seen, safe, and supported. She specializes in anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, and emotional regulation, offering holistic, client-centered therapy for kids (2+), teens, and adults. Her ideal clients feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected—and want to break cycles, build self-trust, and feel more at peace in their relationships and within themselves.
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Culturally Sensitive Therapists
How does culturally sensitive therapy work?
A culturally sensitive therapist will tailor their approach to therapy based on the individual client’s background. This may include changing their style of interaction (asking open-ended questions vs. being the “expert” voice), their affect (seeming warm or “neutral”), how much personal information they disclose about themselves, and more. It’s also important for a culturally sensitive therapist to acknowledge larger societal forces that may impact their client due to the client’s background.
How effective is culturally sensitive therapy?
Some professionals have expressed concern about highlighting cultural differences in therapy, suggesting that it might promote stereotypes and harm the therapeutic bond; however, many experts agree that cultural sensitivity tends to strengthen the connection between therapist and client and help clients feel heard and understood. A culturally sensitive approach to therapy can be especially helpful for those not in the cultural majority, especially when combined with proven therapies like Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
What are the limitations of a culturally sensitive approach to therapy?
While being culturally sensitive is generally a valuable skill to have, a therapist cannot treat every client from a similar background the same way. Each client is an individual with their own values, personal preferences, and life experiences that will need to be explored during therapy. In addition, it’s rare for a therapist and client to have identical backgrounds, so there may be some cross-cultural differences to navigate during therapy, but a culturally sensitive therapist can do so with empathy and respect.
Can culturally sensitive therapy be done online?
Yes, online therapy using a culturally sensitive approach can be beneficial. Therapy can sometimes be difficult to access for clients from diverse backgrounds and socioeconomic standing. The array of mental health support available through the internet makes it possible for clients to find a good therapist match regardless of where they live.