Culturally Sensitive Therapists in 61701
Williams Psychological Services
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Bloomington, IL 61701
Our work with clients is meant to be supportive and comprehensive. Our work begins by learning about our clients, the situation, and their goals. We gather this information through listening and engaging our clients. We will then discuss practical next-steps that are relevant to each client's experience. Our services include psychotherapy and psychological testing. Our brief psychotherapy model seeks to help individuals, couples, and families flourish.
Our work with clients is meant to be supportive and comprehensive. Our work begins by learning about our clients, the situation, and their goals. We gather this information through listening and engaging our clients. We will then discuss practical next-steps that are relevant to each client's experience. Our services include psychotherapy and psychological testing. Our brief psychotherapy model seeks to help individuals, couples, and families flourish.
Jamie Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bloomington, IL 61701 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or grief and wondering what to do next? Jamie Smith, MSW, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker from Illinois who works with women and the LGBTQIA+ community to provide care for clients who struggle with depression, anxiety, and grief.
Jamie, has extensive experience with supportive therapy, and has been a licensed clinical social worker for over ten years. Jamie’s treatment approach is rooted in a client-centered approach.
Jamie studied at the University of Illinois where she obtained a Master’s in Social Work.
She has worked as a clinical social worker for over ten years.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or grief and wondering what to do next? Jamie Smith, MSW, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker from Illinois who works with women and the LGBTQIA+ community to provide care for clients who struggle with depression, anxiety, and grief.
Jamie, has extensive experience with supportive therapy, and has been a licensed clinical social worker for over ten years. Jamie’s treatment approach is rooted in a client-centered approach.
Jamie studied at the University of Illinois where she obtained a Master’s in Social Work.
She has worked as a clinical social worker for over ten years.
Sydni Neal
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61701
Now welcoming new clients! I am passionate about supporting individuals who are embarking on their healing journey. I enjoy assisting individuals who seek guidance on managing anxiety, depression, dysregulation, and complex emotions by exploring and befriending their nervous system. I specialize in helping adolescents and young adults understand and alleviate the distress caused by trauma through the use of somatic, Polyvagal, AEDP, and EMDR therapy. I believe in the importance of a safe, supportive, and collaborative environment in order to process thoughts, feelings, and experiences as we work to meet your goals.
Now welcoming new clients! I am passionate about supporting individuals who are embarking on their healing journey. I enjoy assisting individuals who seek guidance on managing anxiety, depression, dysregulation, and complex emotions by exploring and befriending their nervous system. I specialize in helping adolescents and young adults understand and alleviate the distress caused by trauma through the use of somatic, Polyvagal, AEDP, and EMDR therapy. I believe in the importance of a safe, supportive, and collaborative environment in order to process thoughts, feelings, and experiences as we work to meet your goals.
Lisa Albaugh
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
Bloomington, IL 61701
I believe the therapeutic relationship is the most important factor in successful therapy. I view our relationship as collaborative. You will always be the expert on you and I bring my background, training, and 20+ years of experience to help you approach life in a different way. My approach is equity minded valuing an interpersonal style that will keep you and your needs as the priority. I utilize a variety of techniques and theories to meet your needs in a straightforward, welcoming, and inclusive environment. In our shared space, you will be heard and validated.
I believe the therapeutic relationship is the most important factor in successful therapy. I view our relationship as collaborative. You will always be the expert on you and I bring my background, training, and 20+ years of experience to help you approach life in a different way. My approach is equity minded valuing an interpersonal style that will keep you and your needs as the priority. I utilize a variety of techniques and theories to meet your needs in a straightforward, welcoming, and inclusive environment. In our shared space, you will be heard and validated.
MacKenzie Jones
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61701
(Email is the best way to reach me). Hi, I’m MacKenzie Jones, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. I’ve been working in the mental health field for 10 years. I specialize in helping individuals who have experienced trauma or distressing life events.
(Email is the best way to reach me). Hi, I’m MacKenzie Jones, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. I’ve been working in the mental health field for 10 years. I specialize in helping individuals who have experienced trauma or distressing life events.
Jan Holmes Counseling
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61701 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with people around issues of shame that result from addictions, co-dependency, trauma, adoption related issues and more.
I specialize in working with people around issues of shame that result from addictions, co-dependency, trauma, adoption related issues and more.
Annette Franzen
Psychologist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61701
I understand that taking the first step and reaching out for help and support is challenging, now more than ever. I believe that making your Mental Health a priority is the key to your overall wellness and happiness. It is very important to me to provide a judgment free, supportive environment where you can focus on just that, your overall wellness and goals. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist actively licensed in both Illinois and California. I have extensive experience with a wide array of clientele.
I understand that taking the first step and reaching out for help and support is challenging, now more than ever. I believe that making your Mental Health a priority is the key to your overall wellness and happiness. It is very important to me to provide a judgment free, supportive environment where you can focus on just that, your overall wellness and goals. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist actively licensed in both Illinois and California. I have extensive experience with a wide array of clientele.
Elizabeth Salmo
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Bloomington, IL 61701
Hi! I'm Beth Salmo, licensed in MO, IL, and FL as a professional counselor. My work is focused on helping people who are struggling with mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, and moral injury. I've also helped clients with personality disorders and who are on the autism spectrum. I have many years of experience helping people with mood and anxiety disorders; those who are neurodivergent; and relational issues to include members of the LGBTQIA+ community. I approach therapy from a CBT and Reality-Choice lens and often infuse therapeutic humor into my sessions.
Hi! I'm Beth Salmo, licensed in MO, IL, and FL as a professional counselor. My work is focused on helping people who are struggling with mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, and moral injury. I've also helped clients with personality disorders and who are on the autism spectrum. I have many years of experience helping people with mood and anxiety disorders; those who are neurodivergent; and relational issues to include members of the LGBTQIA+ community. I approach therapy from a CBT and Reality-Choice lens and often infuse therapeutic humor into my sessions.
Jojo M Mitchell
Psychologist, PhD, LCP
Verified Verified
Bloomington, IL 61701
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All of us at some point in our lives struggle. Maybe you feel anxious, depressed, ashamed, afraid, etc. Whether you are currently feeling stuck or simply want to improve the way you cope, I am here to help. We can work together to improve your emotional health and mental well-being.
All of us at some point in our lives struggle. Maybe you feel anxious, depressed, ashamed, afraid, etc. Whether you are currently feeling stuck or simply want to improve the way you cope, I am here to help. We can work together to improve your emotional health and mental well-being.
Tyra Steverson
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Bloomington, IL 61701 (Online Only)
I provide clients with a safe and affirming environment that validates their intersecting identities. I believe it’s especially important that all individuals have a therapeutic space that is tailored to their individual needs. From traumatizing experiences to anxiety and depression, I provide quality treatment that ensures each client reaches their intended outcomes/goals.
I provide clients with a safe and affirming environment that validates their intersecting identities. I believe it’s especially important that all individuals have a therapeutic space that is tailored to their individual needs. From traumatizing experiences to anxiety and depression, I provide quality treatment that ensures each client reaches their intended outcomes/goals.
Elaine Flockerzi
MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Bloomington, IL 61701 (Online Only)
If you're feeling that your responses to stress, disappointment, uncertainty and past and present wounds may be holding you back, I may be able to help. Working together, I may be able to assist you in modifying self-defeating beliefs and behaviors, while helping you discover and build up your existing strengths. You can't control what life throws your way, but you can control how you respond to events and think about things. You can heal and develop positive ways of facing what comes your way with grace, patience and confidence.
If you're feeling that your responses to stress, disappointment, uncertainty and past and present wounds may be holding you back, I may be able to help. Working together, I may be able to assist you in modifying self-defeating beliefs and behaviors, while helping you discover and build up your existing strengths. You can't control what life throws your way, but you can control how you respond to events and think about things. You can heal and develop positive ways of facing what comes your way with grace, patience and confidence.
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Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Bloomington, IL 61701 (Online Only)
I work from a person centered, narrative approach to guide people toward their goals. I work with adults of all ages and cultural backgrounds to help them reclaim past experiences, take control of their present and work towards a future they envision. Together, we’ll examine your challenges, values, and goals to create a path toward recovery. We will work together to take control of your life story and determine what health looks like for you.
I work from a person centered, narrative approach to guide people toward their goals. I work with adults of all ages and cultural backgrounds to help them reclaim past experiences, take control of their present and work towards a future they envision. Together, we’ll examine your challenges, values, and goals to create a path toward recovery. We will work together to take control of your life story and determine what health looks like for you.
Jennifer Carlock
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bloomington, IL 61701
Jennifer has over 18 years of clinical effectiveness in working toddlers, children and adolescents, college students, and adults. Jennifer has certifications and specializations in multiple areas, including Theraplay, Guided Drawing, Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Attachment, Regulation and Competency (ARC), Critical Incident and Stress Debriefing (CISD), Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing (MI), Sensory Processing and Emotional Regulation, Mental Health First Aid, Trauma, Domestic Violence, Emotional Intelligence, Title IX and is a Real Colors Facilitator.
Jennifer has over 18 years of clinical effectiveness in working toddlers, children and adolescents, college students, and adults. Jennifer has certifications and specializations in multiple areas, including Theraplay, Guided Drawing, Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Attachment, Regulation and Competency (ARC), Critical Incident and Stress Debriefing (CISD), Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing (MI), Sensory Processing and Emotional Regulation, Mental Health First Aid, Trauma, Domestic Violence, Emotional Intelligence, Title IX and is a Real Colors Facilitator.
Hannah Williams
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Verified Verified
Bloomington, IL 61701
My therapeutic approach centers on the transformative power of connection – to oneself and to others. Whether working with couples navigating relationship challenges, individuals seeking healing and growth, or children developing emotional resilience, I support clients in fostering meaningful connections, and navigating life's deeper questions with clarity and purpose.
My therapeutic approach centers on the transformative power of connection – to oneself and to others. Whether working with couples navigating relationship challenges, individuals seeking healing and growth, or children developing emotional resilience, I support clients in fostering meaningful connections, and navigating life's deeper questions with clarity and purpose.
Kodjo Anahlui
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Verified Verified
Bloomington, IL 61701
Being from Togo and living and working in many countries, I am deeply aware of how our cultures and life events affect our mental health.
Being from Togo and living and working in many countries, I am deeply aware of how our cultures and life events affect our mental health.
Kristina Paschal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61701 (Online Only)
Life can be really hard and painful sometimes, and you may feel really alone in our struggles. You may have a relationship with someone you love but just can't seem to get along. You may be a parent trying to best figure out how to help a child or teen who is having problems. You may have anxiety that you can’t seem to push down any longer, and your thoughts seem to loop and loop. You have come to the right place.
Life can be really hard and painful sometimes, and you may feel really alone in our struggles. You may have a relationship with someone you love but just can't seem to get along. You may be a parent trying to best figure out how to help a child or teen who is having problems. You may have anxiety that you can’t seem to push down any longer, and your thoughts seem to loop and loop. You have come to the right place.
Caitlin Lantz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61701 (Online Only)
Has your life taken an unexpected detour? Maybe it's a chaotic relationship, unrelating anxiety or navigating difficult family dynamics. Whatever your struggles might be, fighting these battles on your own can be difficult, painful and sometimes overwhelming. However, there is an incredible amount of power in a strong therapeutic relationship where you can process life with someone who desires to fully understand you with a lens of compassion and empathy.
Has your life taken an unexpected detour? Maybe it's a chaotic relationship, unrelating anxiety or navigating difficult family dynamics. Whatever your struggles might be, fighting these battles on your own can be difficult, painful and sometimes overwhelming. However, there is an incredible amount of power in a strong therapeutic relationship where you can process life with someone who desires to fully understand you with a lens of compassion and empathy.
Venus Evans-Winters
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CCTP, MSW, LCSW, PhD
Verified Verified
Bloomington, IL 61701
Dr. Venus Evans-Winters is a licensed clinical social worker, trauma professional, and professor. She draws upon multiple therapeutic and psychoeducational techniques (e.g. cognitive, dialectical, and reality therapies) to meet clients' mental health and socio-emotional needs. A native of Chicago and representative of the hip hop generation, she helps culturally and linguistically diverse clients cope with chronic stress and trauma. Her practice is influenced by Adlerian theory and centers culturally responsive approaches to practice because we know that culture is a major influence on one's perception of stress and self-efficacy.
Dr. Venus Evans-Winters is a licensed clinical social worker, trauma professional, and professor. She draws upon multiple therapeutic and psychoeducational techniques (e.g. cognitive, dialectical, and reality therapies) to meet clients' mental health and socio-emotional needs. A native of Chicago and representative of the hip hop generation, she helps culturally and linguistically diverse clients cope with chronic stress and trauma. Her practice is influenced by Adlerian theory and centers culturally responsive approaches to practice because we know that culture is a major influence on one's perception of stress and self-efficacy.
Sandy L Colbs
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61701
Life is a complicated journey, and I am fortunate to have the opportunity to walk with my clients as they navigate relationships, self esteem, life transitions, losses and change. My practice focuses on helping adults resolve difficult life experiences, whether from childhood or from the challenges of daily life or the inevitable transitions and changes of life as we grow older. I believe that therapy can help people break out of the set patterns of thinking and feeling that restrict us from living our life to our highest potential.
Life is a complicated journey, and I am fortunate to have the opportunity to walk with my clients as they navigate relationships, self esteem, life transitions, losses and change. My practice focuses on helping adults resolve difficult life experiences, whether from childhood or from the challenges of daily life or the inevitable transitions and changes of life as we grow older. I believe that therapy can help people break out of the set patterns of thinking and feeling that restrict us from living our life to our highest potential.
Gina Meyer
Psychologist, PhD, LCP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61701
There is great strength, courage, and insight in recognizing help is needed and seeking it out. I believe people are born with the natural capacity to heal themselves. My role is to help facilitate that process through support, holding hope, and use of therapeutic interventions. My favorite part of therapy is helping people find their own light, strength, and resiliency. I use a combination of evidence-based approaches to help people examine and modify unbalanced thinking patterns, develop self-awareness and insight, and strengthen their relationships. I respect the impact of cultural differences and incorporate them into treatment.
There is great strength, courage, and insight in recognizing help is needed and seeking it out. I believe people are born with the natural capacity to heal themselves. My role is to help facilitate that process through support, holding hope, and use of therapeutic interventions. My favorite part of therapy is helping people find their own light, strength, and resiliency. I use a combination of evidence-based approaches to help people examine and modify unbalanced thinking patterns, develop self-awareness and insight, and strengthen their relationships. I respect the impact of cultural differences and incorporate them into treatment.
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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.