Culturally Sensitive Therapists in Sitka, AK
Jessica McKay
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PhD
Verified Verified
Sitka, AK 99835 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I enjoy working with teens, adults, and Elders in individual, family, and relationship-based therapies. I have a passion for working with those effected by trauma, those with challenges related to rural and Alaska-living, and those experiencing chronic health and mental health concerns.
I enjoy working with teens, adults, and Elders in individual, family, and relationship-based therapies. I have a passion for working with those effected by trauma, those with challenges related to rural and Alaska-living, and those experiencing chronic health and mental health concerns.
Online Therapists
Pyper Thaller
Counselor, MS, LMHC, MAC, CDP
Verified Verified
Juneau, AK 99801
We are trained to provide culturally sensitive, trauma-informed care using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, mindfulness and many other techniques.
Are you struggling with unexpected life transitions? Is your depression deepening, or your anxiety or habits preventing you from moving forward in life? Is your zest for life depleted, and impacting your relationships, work, or community connections? Do you long for ambition, purpose, clarity or peace that you're stumbling to create for yourself? Are you ready to explore patterns and habits to identify ways you can shift to create a greater sense of awareness, stability and authenticity? Let's look at how we can do this together.
We are trained to provide culturally sensitive, trauma-informed care using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, mindfulness and many other techniques.
Are you struggling with unexpected life transitions? Is your depression deepening, or your anxiety or habits preventing you from moving forward in life? Is your zest for life depleted, and impacting your relationships, work, or community connections? Do you long for ambition, purpose, clarity or peace that you're stumbling to create for yourself? Are you ready to explore patterns and habits to identify ways you can shift to create a greater sense of awareness, stability and authenticity? Let's look at how we can do this together.
Anna Lindgren
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Juneau, AK 99801 (Online Only)
Currently accepting new clients as of 3/18/2024. I enjoy working with individuals who are coping with trauma, substance use, anxiety, depression, life transitions, stress, grief and loss, and more. I work alongside clients to help them identify their ideal outcomes as they navigate through obstacles and learn new skills to achieve a more balanced, fulfilling, life. I am open to working with couples and families on a case by case basis.
Currently accepting new clients as of 3/18/2024. I enjoy working with individuals who are coping with trauma, substance use, anxiety, depression, life transitions, stress, grief and loss, and more. I work alongside clients to help them identify their ideal outcomes as they navigate through obstacles and learn new skills to achieve a more balanced, fulfilling, life. I am open to working with couples and families on a case by case basis.
Margie Thomson (She Her Hers)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Juneau, AK 99801
Are you looking for a safe place to explore your gender identity? Are you a parent or partner adjusting to the identity of your loved one? We offer a gender affirming, safe and confidential place for folx to explore and discover their journey and authenticity. I hope to create a safe space for you to work with some of the issues or situations that have entered into your life, or make sense of things that have happened in the past. Working from a gender affirming, strength based approach, I believe that we all can reach our goals and aspirations with support and be empowered to be our authentic selves.
Are you looking for a safe place to explore your gender identity? Are you a parent or partner adjusting to the identity of your loved one? We offer a gender affirming, safe and confidential place for folx to explore and discover their journey and authenticity. I hope to create a safe space for you to work with some of the issues or situations that have entered into your life, or make sense of things that have happened in the past. Working from a gender affirming, strength based approach, I believe that we all can reach our goals and aspirations with support and be empowered to be our authentic selves.
Juli Vierthaler
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Juneau, AK 99801 (Online Only)
At the heart of my practice is belief in the potential for individuals to not just survive but thrive amidst the hardships of life. I have over 20 years of experience in the mental health field, 12 as a licensed psychologist. I specialized in chronic mental illness and trauma during my residency and have since expanded to working with adults with a wide variety of presenting concerns.
At the heart of my practice is belief in the potential for individuals to not just survive but thrive amidst the hardships of life. I have over 20 years of experience in the mental health field, 12 as a licensed psychologist. I specialized in chronic mental illness and trauma during my residency and have since expanded to working with adults with a wide variety of presenting concerns.
Corlé LaForce
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
Juneau, AK 99801
She/her: Life can be hard. Having good support during hard times can help transform challenges into moments of growth. Difficulties can make us think that something is wrong with us, when really all we need is compassion and understanding- ideally from ourselves. I enjoy working with self-growth, depression, anxiety, trauma, birth-related trauma, sexual assault, accidents, ancestral trauma, and racialized trauma. The work I do is guided by a deep belief in humanity and in our inherent goodness. My experience as a therapist has strengthen my belief in our innate capacity to heal.
She/her: Life can be hard. Having good support during hard times can help transform challenges into moments of growth. Difficulties can make us think that something is wrong with us, when really all we need is compassion and understanding- ideally from ourselves. I enjoy working with self-growth, depression, anxiety, trauma, birth-related trauma, sexual assault, accidents, ancestral trauma, and racialized trauma. The work I do is guided by a deep belief in humanity and in our inherent goodness. My experience as a therapist has strengthen my belief in our innate capacity to heal.
Thinn Aung
Counselor, MS, LMHC, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Juneau, AK 99801 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Thank you for being here. Sometimes we feel uncertain about the direction of our lives or feel stuck in our career paths, relationships, sexuality, identity, and emotionality. There is a desire for change and feels like there's something missing; perhaps the spark you used to feel. Sometimes, stress, trauma, anxiety, and other internal and external factors are acting as roadblocks and you have little energy or knowledge to push through it alone. I would love to collaborate with you in navigating these challenges through internal exploration with focus on insight oriented approach and coaching to assist in your behavioral change.
Thank you for being here. Sometimes we feel uncertain about the direction of our lives or feel stuck in our career paths, relationships, sexuality, identity, and emotionality. There is a desire for change and feels like there's something missing; perhaps the spark you used to feel. Sometimes, stress, trauma, anxiety, and other internal and external factors are acting as roadblocks and you have little energy or knowledge to push through it alone. I would love to collaborate with you in navigating these challenges through internal exploration with focus on insight oriented approach and coaching to assist in your behavioral change.
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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.