Culturally Sensitive Therapists in 73115
Ava Gault Linden Private Practice (North Office)
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LADC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Oklahoma City, OK 73115
Waitlist for new clients
"We all experience challenges in life allow those to bring us down/overcome them. Ideally through those situations we can learn & draw strength & wisdom that's where I'd like to come in to help. Change isn't easy but together we can work to minimize your negative coping skills, thoughts &reactions.
Learn to cope in healthy ways &improve your quality of life. I'd like to walk alongside you during that journey & see you come out the other side a stronger, healthier, happier person." Therapy is an opportunity to re-establish balance in your life &reconnect with yourself & others in new & meaningful ways.
"We all experience challenges in life allow those to bring us down/overcome them. Ideally through those situations we can learn & draw strength & wisdom that's where I'd like to come in to help. Change isn't easy but together we can work to minimize your negative coping skills, thoughts &reactions.
Learn to cope in healthy ways &improve your quality of life. I'd like to walk alongside you during that journey & see you come out the other side a stronger, healthier, happier person." Therapy is an opportunity to re-establish balance in your life &reconnect with yourself & others in new & meaningful ways.
Cobblestone Counseling Services LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Del City, OK 73115 (Online Only)
Our mission is to provide a compassionate and confidential atmosphere to discuss personal concerns for all those seeking help. Through individual, family, teen, couples, and group counseling, our hope is that each person will come to appreciate the uniqueness of their personalities and find new avenues of self discovery.
Our mission is to provide a compassionate and confidential atmosphere to discuss personal concerns for all those seeking help. Through individual, family, teen, couples, and group counseling, our hope is that each person will come to appreciate the uniqueness of their personalities and find new avenues of self discovery.
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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.