Therapists in Hamilton, VA
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Stella Benetis-Matta
Mental Health Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Leesburg, VA 20175 (Online Only)
Welcome, I look forward to our work together in a warm and supportive environment. I have over 30 years of clinical experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, adults, couples and families. My expertise and strength is in using an eclectic and holistic approach that is uniquely fitted to your values and lifestyle. I place great emphasis on the potential that you possess to make positive life changes. Together, we will identify the areas that you feel you are struggling in or want to change as I gently challenge and empower you to develop a healthier belief system that includes self advocacy and better boundaries.
Welcome, I look forward to our work together in a warm and supportive environment. I have over 30 years of clinical experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, adults, couples and families. My expertise and strength is in using an eclectic and holistic approach that is uniquely fitted to your values and lifestyle. I place great emphasis on the potential that you possess to make positive life changes. Together, we will identify the areas that you feel you are struggling in or want to change as I gently challenge and empower you to develop a healthier belief system that includes self advocacy and better boundaries.
Online Therapists
Despina Boudouvas-Mannos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Vienna, VA 22182
The cornerstone of successful therapy is the relationship developed between the client and therapist. I pride myself on developing trusting, supportive, and collaborative working relationships with clients. I tailor my approach to individual clients by helping them to identify and develop goals specific to their personal needs. In targeting identified areas of need, I utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities. Families play a crucial role in the therapeutic process. I actively collaborate with parents to help them support their children working through their particular challenges. I work collaboratively with schools and other involved care providers to facilitate optimal treatment outcomes.
The cornerstone of successful therapy is the relationship developed between the client and therapist. I pride myself on developing trusting, supportive, and collaborative working relationships with clients. I tailor my approach to individual clients by helping them to identify and develop goals specific to their personal needs. In targeting identified areas of need, I utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities. Families play a crucial role in the therapeutic process. I actively collaborate with parents to help them support their children working through their particular challenges. I work collaboratively with schools and other involved care providers to facilitate optimal treatment outcomes.
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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.