Culturally Sensitive Therapists in 23173

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Shell Stern
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23173
I come alive partnering with the courageous ones who seek guidance looking at the tender, deep places in their lives. My therapeutic practice is grounded in the assumption that we are all doing the best we can as we tend to the joys and struggles of life. I practice from a trauma-informed perspective, and will work with you to create an emotionally safe space that honors all parts of you as we examine past coping strategies that may not be serving you well in this moment, and ultimately allow movement toward healing and transformation. I am committed to approaching my work through a justice-focused, anti-oppression lens.
I come alive partnering with the courageous ones who seek guidance looking at the tender, deep places in their lives. My therapeutic practice is grounded in the assumption that we are all doing the best we can as we tend to the joys and struggles of life. I practice from a trauma-informed perspective, and will work with you to create an emotionally safe space that honors all parts of you as we examine past coping strategies that may not be serving you well in this moment, and ultimately allow movement toward healing and transformation. I am committed to approaching my work through a justice-focused, anti-oppression lens.
(434) 299-9818 View (434) 299-9818
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Hugues Jean Marcelin
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23173  (Online Only)
My name is Hugues J Marcelin and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who specializes in helping clients resolving mental health, emotional and behavioral issues such as anxiety, depression, anger, lack of impulse control, grief/loss, low self-esteem, trauma, etc. I have been a Mental Health Therapist since 2013. Although I am licensed and located in Florida, I am also licensed to practice in the state of Georgia but right now I can only accept self-pay clients from from Georgia.
My name is Hugues J Marcelin and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who specializes in helping clients resolving mental health, emotional and behavioral issues such as anxiety, depression, anger, lack of impulse control, grief/loss, low self-esteem, trauma, etc. I have been a Mental Health Therapist since 2013. Although I am licensed and located in Florida, I am also licensed to practice in the state of Georgia but right now I can only accept self-pay clients from from Georgia.
(689) 202-3693 View (689) 202-3693
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Neva S Morrison
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23173  (Online Only)
I don't believe in practicing from a distance, I bring my real self into the room in an accessible and open way. I am wholeheartedly invested in the people I work with and believe that therapy works best when it's a collaborative process. Ultimately, you just want a therapist who gets you, and I get that. I know it is a daunting task to select someone to support your mental health needs and for me no one is "just a client." I would be honored to work with you. My clinical specialization is Trauma.
I don't believe in practicing from a distance, I bring my real self into the room in an accessible and open way. I am wholeheartedly invested in the people I work with and believe that therapy works best when it's a collaborative process. Ultimately, you just want a therapist who gets you, and I get that. I know it is a daunting task to select someone to support your mental health needs and for me no one is "just a client." I would be honored to work with you. My clinical specialization is Trauma.
(804) 506-3837 View (804) 506-3837
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Cathy Juanita Collins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSOTP
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23173
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Sex Offender Treatment Provider. I am committed to assist individuals in healing from childhood and adulthood trauma. My goal is to provide individuals with a healthier perspective about life, the resources and support to make decisions and behavioral changes. I work with children, adolescents, adults, families and groups who have challenges managing symptoms of ADHD, Anxiety, Anger management, Bipolar Disorder, Depression and PTSD. Individuals are assisted in developing treatment plans to develop coping and social skills to enhance their quality of life.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Sex Offender Treatment Provider. I am committed to assist individuals in healing from childhood and adulthood trauma. My goal is to provide individuals with a healthier perspective about life, the resources and support to make decisions and behavioral changes. I work with children, adolescents, adults, families and groups who have challenges managing symptoms of ADHD, Anxiety, Anger management, Bipolar Disorder, Depression and PTSD. Individuals are assisted in developing treatment plans to develop coping and social skills to enhance their quality of life.
(804) 655-5095 View (804) 655-5095
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Christina M. Thomas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23173
Waitlist for new clients
My practice focuses on supporting people who are seeking to improve their lives through understanding identity, relationships, family of origin issues, as well as anxiety and depression.
My practice focuses on supporting people who are seeking to improve their lives through understanding identity, relationships, family of origin issues, as well as anxiety and depression.
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Martha Dalby Mullen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23173
Waitlist for new clients
I believe we all have an enormous capacity to break through the barriers we face in life. I enjoy helping people navigate change and restore hope. I take an active role in helping you clarify your issues and identify effective solutions. My 25+ years of experience working as a licensed professional counselor has provided me with broad knowledge and expertise to empower you to make needed and sustained change.
I believe we all have an enormous capacity to break through the barriers we face in life. I enjoy helping people navigate change and restore hope. I take an active role in helping you clarify your issues and identify effective solutions. My 25+ years of experience working as a licensed professional counselor has provided me with broad knowledge and expertise to empower you to make needed and sustained change.
(804) 455-7320 View (804) 455-7320
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Natalie Inez Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MFA, SEP
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23173
Do you feel like trauma has hijacked your life? Are you experiencing depressive episodes/sadness, anxieties, negative thought patterns and relationship dynamics that tend towards being reactive? People that work with me learn how to understand the impact and effects of trauma and grow their resiliency muscle. Its time to stop hiding wounds you can’t name and skipping out on many possibilities in your life because of internal fears, waning drive and a sense of inner defeat. I can help.
Do you feel like trauma has hijacked your life? Are you experiencing depressive episodes/sadness, anxieties, negative thought patterns and relationship dynamics that tend towards being reactive? People that work with me learn how to understand the impact and effects of trauma and grow their resiliency muscle. Its time to stop hiding wounds you can’t name and skipping out on many possibilities in your life because of internal fears, waning drive and a sense of inner defeat. I can help.
(704) 459-7787 View (704) 459-7787
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Donna Platt
Counselor, LCPC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23173
Making the decision to reach out for help when we’re struggling emotionally can be challenging and even a little scary. For most of us, however, there comes a time when the difficulties we are facing gives us the courage to begin the search for change and healing. Finding the right therapist can be a crucial aspect of this journey. The therapist you select needs to be someone who helps you feel connected, accepted and understood. Clients find me to be warm, compassionate and non-judgmental while creating an effective therapeutic environment.
Making the decision to reach out for help when we’re struggling emotionally can be challenging and even a little scary. For most of us, however, there comes a time when the difficulties we are facing gives us the courage to begin the search for change and healing. Finding the right therapist can be a crucial aspect of this journey. The therapist you select needs to be someone who helps you feel connected, accepted and understood. Clients find me to be warm, compassionate and non-judgmental while creating an effective therapeutic environment.
(779) 999-4893 View (779) 999-4893
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Lauri R Stoltzfus
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23173  (Online Only)
Accepting new clients! Welcome to my page. Do you feel suck in patterns you can't change? The most important part of counseling is the relationship between counselor and client. I foster that relationship by creating a collaborative, warm, and comfortable environment where you can focus on what you need to. Utilizing an open-minded approach, I address the whole person by using modalities of treatment that fit individual client needs. I see my role as your counselor is to give you the space to navigate through life's stressors, reprocess distressing experiences, and increase self-awareness.
Accepting new clients! Welcome to my page. Do you feel suck in patterns you can't change? The most important part of counseling is the relationship between counselor and client. I foster that relationship by creating a collaborative, warm, and comfortable environment where you can focus on what you need to. Utilizing an open-minded approach, I address the whole person by using modalities of treatment that fit individual client needs. I see my role as your counselor is to give you the space to navigate through life's stressors, reprocess distressing experiences, and increase self-awareness.
(757) 600-0372 View (757) 600-0372
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Sarah Kooiman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23173  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Just about everyone will experience difficulty at some point in their lives, whether that means grief, relationship conflict, mental health concerns, struggles with identity and purpose, or the question of worthiness and success. It can be difficult to know how to maneuver through the challenges that life can throw our way, and at times it's hard to know where to turn. My goal is to help create an opportunity to explore the workings of your mind, and to help guide you to self-discovery, knowledge, and peace.
Just about everyone will experience difficulty at some point in their lives, whether that means grief, relationship conflict, mental health concerns, struggles with identity and purpose, or the question of worthiness and success. It can be difficult to know how to maneuver through the challenges that life can throw our way, and at times it's hard to know where to turn. My goal is to help create an opportunity to explore the workings of your mind, and to help guide you to self-discovery, knowledge, and peace.
(757) 330-8737 View (757) 330-8737
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Release Wellness
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23173
Do you desire a safe, secure, and nonjudgmental space to share your story and be heard? Allow me the opportunity to help create that space with you. I look at the world around me and see the need for better. I see a need for those who are struggling from challenges and struggles to be treated with dignity and respect. It is my belief that no one should be left to carry their burdens alone or feel trapped inside their own minds. I am here to let you know that you are not alone and you are far more than the sum of your struggles, challenges, or circumstances.
Do you desire a safe, secure, and nonjudgmental space to share your story and be heard? Allow me the opportunity to help create that space with you. I look at the world around me and see the need for better. I see a need for those who are struggling from challenges and struggles to be treated with dignity and respect. It is my belief that no one should be left to carry their burdens alone or feel trapped inside their own minds. I am here to let you know that you are not alone and you are far more than the sum of your struggles, challenges, or circumstances.
(757) 210-6396 View (757) 210-6396
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Lauren Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23173  (Online Only)
Is your anxiety/OCD keeping you stuck in a cycle of fear & avoidance? My mission is to help trauma survivors from the neurodivergent, LGBTQIA+, & non-monogamous communities learn how to get unstuck, break free from fear, & live according to your values. Is your trauma history impacting your mental health & relationships? Are you looking for support to help you better understand your neurotype or identity? Whatever your journey is, I'm here to come alongside you!
Is your anxiety/OCD keeping you stuck in a cycle of fear & avoidance? My mission is to help trauma survivors from the neurodivergent, LGBTQIA+, & non-monogamous communities learn how to get unstuck, break free from fear, & live according to your values. Is your trauma history impacting your mental health & relationships? Are you looking for support to help you better understand your neurotype or identity? Whatever your journey is, I'm here to come alongside you!
(434) 216-2751 View (434) 216-2751
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Lauren McCauley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LSATP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23173  (Online Only)
Immediate Openings! Life is an extraordinary thing but it can also be full of challenges, especially when situations occur that can seem out of our control. Sometimes life stressors can seem so overwhelming that it can be hard to imagine that light at the end of the tunnel. Sometimes it can feel like we are just surviving instead of thriving. My goal is to help you reverse that and really begin thriving in the life you deserve. I utilize a strengths-based, client-centered, collaborative, trauma-informed, and holistic approach that considers the person’s mind, body, spirit and worldview.
Immediate Openings! Life is an extraordinary thing but it can also be full of challenges, especially when situations occur that can seem out of our control. Sometimes life stressors can seem so overwhelming that it can be hard to imagine that light at the end of the tunnel. Sometimes it can feel like we are just surviving instead of thriving. My goal is to help you reverse that and really begin thriving in the life you deserve. I utilize a strengths-based, client-centered, collaborative, trauma-informed, and holistic approach that considers the person’s mind, body, spirit and worldview.
(540) 418-1155 View (540) 418-1155
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Kathy Dodson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23173  (Online Only)
I provide telehealth therapy tailored to your needs. This can be short or long term with a goal to solve a current problem or to overcome an overwhelming barrier. I have over 20 years experience working with people of all ages struggling with both mental health and substance abuse challenges. Let me walk with you on your journey of recovery.
I provide telehealth therapy tailored to your needs. This can be short or long term with a goal to solve a current problem or to overcome an overwhelming barrier. I have over 20 years experience working with people of all ages struggling with both mental health and substance abuse challenges. Let me walk with you on your journey of recovery.
(703) 454-8371 View (703) 454-8371
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Terrance York
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW , LCSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23173  (Online Only)
Are you dealing with the daily struggles of stress, anxiety, and/or burnout? Do you have a deep desire to understand yourself more fully? Are you ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery, eager to uncover the underlying patterns and beliefs that shape your experiences and behaviors? Maybe you've noticed generational patterns that you want to unlearn but aren't sure where to begin. I'd like to welcome you to Liberated Minds Counseling & Consultation, where we believe liberated minds create liberated lives.
Are you dealing with the daily struggles of stress, anxiety, and/or burnout? Do you have a deep desire to understand yourself more fully? Are you ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery, eager to uncover the underlying patterns and beliefs that shape your experiences and behaviors? Maybe you've noticed generational patterns that you want to unlearn but aren't sure where to begin. I'd like to welcome you to Liberated Minds Counseling & Consultation, where we believe liberated minds create liberated lives.
(855) 636-4595 View (855) 636-4595
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Rae Petrin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23173  (Online Only)
Feeling like you just cannot get motivated enough to do it all? Life gets hard and overwhelming fast, and it feels like it all comes at you all at once. Everything felt manageable just a few short months ago, and now it is a struggle to get out of bed everyday. You are not alone.
Feeling like you just cannot get motivated enough to do it all? Life gets hard and overwhelming fast, and it feels like it all comes at you all at once. Everything felt manageable just a few short months ago, and now it is a struggle to get out of bed everyday. You are not alone.
(757) 844-5583 View (757) 844-5583
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Jeany Lally
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23173  (Online Only)
Welcome! My name is Jeany Lally and I am an LPC in VA and NJ. I would be honored to partner with you in counseling. I have much experience walking with women through life stressors, family dynamics, anxiety, relationship distress, career and college challenges. In addition helping women heal from traumatic experiences, depression, substance abuse, domestic violence, sex trafficking, as well as other adverse experiences and symptoms. I believe in a holistic approach for us all to heal. We are biological, psychological, social, and spiritual people. In counseling we can address these areas and what may be needed in each area.
Welcome! My name is Jeany Lally and I am an LPC in VA and NJ. I would be honored to partner with you in counseling. I have much experience walking with women through life stressors, family dynamics, anxiety, relationship distress, career and college challenges. In addition helping women heal from traumatic experiences, depression, substance abuse, domestic violence, sex trafficking, as well as other adverse experiences and symptoms. I believe in a holistic approach for us all to heal. We are biological, psychological, social, and spiritual people. In counseling we can address these areas and what may be needed in each area.
(434) 608-9510 View (434) 608-9510
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Tracey Knows
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, RIC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23173
Every single one of us experiences anxiety, depression, sadness, loss, life transitions, attachments, emotions, and overwhelm at some point in our lives. It is this push from life that encourages us to expand, experience, and grow. Sometimes, however, these symptoms can pick up momentum in our lives after we've been through a particularly challenging situation. In order for us to halt that momentum and regain balance in our lives, we must learn to disrupt the patterns of thinking and behaving that are contributing to that dysfunctional cycle. My role is to teach you how to effectively break that cycle and get long lasting relief.
Every single one of us experiences anxiety, depression, sadness, loss, life transitions, attachments, emotions, and overwhelm at some point in our lives. It is this push from life that encourages us to expand, experience, and grow. Sometimes, however, these symptoms can pick up momentum in our lives after we've been through a particularly challenging situation. In order for us to halt that momentum and regain balance in our lives, we must learn to disrupt the patterns of thinking and behaving that are contributing to that dysfunctional cycle. My role is to teach you how to effectively break that cycle and get long lasting relief.
(571) 620-6025 View (571) 620-6025
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Focused Solutions, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23173
Making the decision to seek therapy can be overwhelming. We understand that, and we are here to help guide you through the process and clear a path to emotional well-being .By working together, we can develop a strategy that promotes a healthier life for you and the ones closest to you. Our compassionate approach provides a safe and caring environment for you to seek the support that you deserve.
Making the decision to seek therapy can be overwhelming. We understand that, and we are here to help guide you through the process and clear a path to emotional well-being .By working together, we can develop a strategy that promotes a healthier life for you and the ones closest to you. Our compassionate approach provides a safe and caring environment for you to seek the support that you deserve.
(804) 552-6028 View (804) 552-6028
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Angela White
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CACII
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23173  (Online Only)
Teletherapy ONLY. Winston Churchill once said, "If you're going through hell, keep going." Well, that's easier said than done, right? I want to help you "keep going" through whatever hell you feel like you might be in and after you get past it (whatever that looks like for you), help you to learn skills to make it easier next time life comes at you full force. I've been working with adults for the last 12 years and truly cannot imagine doing anything else with my life! I seek to develop authentic, unique, connected relationships with all my clients.
Teletherapy ONLY. Winston Churchill once said, "If you're going through hell, keep going." Well, that's easier said than done, right? I want to help you "keep going" through whatever hell you feel like you might be in and after you get past it (whatever that looks like for you), help you to learn skills to make it easier next time life comes at you full force. I've been working with adults for the last 12 years and truly cannot imagine doing anything else with my life! I seek to develop authentic, unique, connected relationships with all my clients.
(540) 516-4071 View (540) 516-4071

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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.