Therapists in 22314
Nicole Elizabeth Rogers
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Alexandria, VA 22314 (Online Only)
Nicole E. Rogers, MS/EdS, LCPC, CCTP has been a licensed counselor since 2007 . She is bilingual in English and Spanish. Her areas of specialization in individual counseling include trauma, anxiety disorders, depression, eating disorders, HIV/AIDS counseling and domestic abuse. Her theoretical orientation is humanistic, as she believes strongly in client-centered treatment tailored to each individual’s needs, goals, and self-actualization. She practices thru the group Without Walls Counseling/MHCCS in virtual/remote setting.
Nicole E. Rogers, MS/EdS, LCPC, CCTP has been a licensed counselor since 2007 . She is bilingual in English and Spanish. Her areas of specialization in individual counseling include trauma, anxiety disorders, depression, eating disorders, HIV/AIDS counseling and domestic abuse. Her theoretical orientation is humanistic, as she believes strongly in client-centered treatment tailored to each individual’s needs, goals, and self-actualization. She practices thru the group Without Walls Counseling/MHCCS in virtual/remote setting.
Silver Lake Psychology
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Alexandria, VA 22314
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others, and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability, and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience.
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others, and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability, and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience.
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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.