Therapists in Effingham County, GA

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Online Therapists

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, MAC, E-CA, MATS

Verified Verified

My training as a mental health professional has taught me to be highly attuned to individuals needs, with a strong desire to help my clients overcome difficulties. Being knowledgeable about a number of treatment modalities is essential. I specialize in treating symptoms without focusing on labels. I know asking for help can be challenging. I aim to build and maintain positive and effective therapeutic relationships built around the confidence and trust of my clients. In over a decade of experience, I have used a variety of approaches to meet my clients needs.

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Karen Brown

Licensed Professional Counselor, ORDM, LPC, NCC

Verified Verified

Savannah, GA 31406

Navigating life can be challenging…down right difficult with unforeseen obstacles and life-altering events. Finding answers to life's problems can leave you feeling overwhelmed, powerless, and isolated. Active Listening, CBT, DBT, REBT and SBT are interventions I support to assist you identify, explore and resolve the answers you seek in a safe, caring, empathic and nurturing environment. Life is a journey, not a race. Together we can restructure thinking, create balance, reconstruct relationships, improve historical trauma, and build a career/purpose which will enhance your life's journey towards healing, renewal and restoration.

(912) 405-9667 View (912) 405-9667

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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.