Racial Identity Therapists in Boston, MA
Jasmin Brooks Stephens
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02116 (Online Only)
I am Dr. Brooks Stephens (she/her), a dedicated and compassionate clinical psychologist with nearly a decade of clinical experience working with adults and families. I specialize in providing culturally-responsive and trauma-informed care for people who are experiencing concerns related to mood, anxiety, eating, trauma, and substance use disorders, racial trauma, and racial identity/other cultural concerns. My clients may be experiencing cultural or systemic oppression, poor self-esteem, interpersonal or social problems, behavioral issues, suicidal thoughts, and grief or loss.
I am Dr. Brooks Stephens (she/her), a dedicated and compassionate clinical psychologist with nearly a decade of clinical experience working with adults and families. I specialize in providing culturally-responsive and trauma-informed care for people who are experiencing concerns related to mood, anxiety, eating, trauma, and substance use disorders, racial trauma, and racial identity/other cultural concerns. My clients may be experiencing cultural or systemic oppression, poor self-esteem, interpersonal or social problems, behavioral issues, suicidal thoughts, and grief or loss.
Melissa Dagher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02122 (Online Only)
With 10+ years of professional experience, I specialize in racial identity including the treatment of racial trauma of Black & women of color in professional environments.
Have you been struggling with anxiety after experiencing racism in the work or academic setting? Are you battling bouts of depression related to experiences of being a Black woman? Racial trauma has been found have a tremendous impact on the livelihood of Black women, especially within a professional setting. Let us work together to release shame blame and guilt so that you can start your healing journey. Now might be the time to schedule a session so that you can finally put yourself first.
With 10+ years of professional experience, I specialize in racial identity including the treatment of racial trauma of Black & women of color in professional environments.
Have you been struggling with anxiety after experiencing racism in the work or academic setting? Are you battling bouts of depression related to experiences of being a Black woman? Racial trauma has been found have a tremendous impact on the livelihood of Black women, especially within a professional setting. Let us work together to release shame blame and guilt so that you can start your healing journey. Now might be the time to schedule a session so that you can finally put yourself first.
I offer individual psychotherapy to adults of all ages with a wide range of concerns related to racial identity, anxiety, depression, systemic oppression, trauma, grief, attachment ruptures, and displacement due to war and other atrocities.
My clinical work is psychodynamically oriented, client-centered, and culturally aware. I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Narrative Therapy to inform my work, incorporating psychoeducation, mindfulness, and narrative/storytelling techniques when helpful to my clients. I have trained in community mental health and as a Victim Witness Advocate, and I am currently a postgraduate Fellow at Clinical Alliance Services, LLC.
I offer individual psychotherapy to adults of all ages with a wide range of concerns related to racial identity, anxiety, depression, systemic oppression, trauma, grief, attachment ruptures, and displacement due to war and other atrocities.
My clinical work is psychodynamically oriented, client-centered, and culturally aware. I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Narrative Therapy to inform my work, incorporating psychoeducation, mindfulness, and narrative/storytelling techniques when helpful to my clients. I have trained in community mental health and as a Victim Witness Advocate, and I am currently a postgraduate Fellow at Clinical Alliance Services, LLC.
Dr. Dean (she/her) is co-owner of Triad Psychotherapy (www.triad-psych.com), a new Massachusetts-based clinic focused on supporting adult mental health. She works with either civilians or veterans who are interested in an evidence based approach to managing anxiety and/or depression, substance use disorders, trauma and other stressor disorders, or racial identity/other cultural issues. Potential clients who are hoping to utilize a nonjudgemental stance to make actionable changes and develop personal insight into their own thoughts and behaviors would benefit from Dr. Dean's therapeutic services.
Dr. Dean (she/her) is co-owner of Triad Psychotherapy (www.triad-psych.com), a new Massachusetts-based clinic focused on supporting adult mental health. She works with either civilians or veterans who are interested in an evidence based approach to managing anxiety and/or depression, substance use disorders, trauma and other stressor disorders, or racial identity/other cultural issues. Potential clients who are hoping to utilize a nonjudgemental stance to make actionable changes and develop personal insight into their own thoughts and behaviors would benefit from Dr. Dean's therapeutic services.
Adults of all ages are welcome, regardless of racial identity, gender, sexual orientation, political affiliation, or other history or life experience.
PLEASE EMAIL or USE WEBSITE FORM at CCC-COUNSELING.COM (DO NOT CALL) TO SCHEDULE INITIAL PHONE CONSULTATION -- Are you looking for support managing your mood, anxiety, health habits, relationships, cultural or other intersectional identities? I'm passionate about collaborating with adults looking for support around boundary-setting, acceptance, self-actualization, conflict resolution, and overcoming life's challenges - mental, emotional, and physical.
Adults of all ages are welcome, regardless of racial identity, gender, sexual orientation, political affiliation, or other history or life experience.
PLEASE EMAIL or USE WEBSITE FORM at CCC-COUNSELING.COM (DO NOT CALL) TO SCHEDULE INITIAL PHONE CONSULTATION -- Are you looking for support managing your mood, anxiety, health habits, relationships, cultural or other intersectional identities? I'm passionate about collaborating with adults looking for support around boundary-setting, acceptance, self-actualization, conflict resolution, and overcoming life's challenges - mental, emotional, and physical.
Aishwarya Chitoor Subash
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02115
As an Indian-American and immigrant woman, my work is grounded in the intersectionality of gender, racial identity, country of origin, migration, systemic oppression, and sexuality.
My approach to psychotherapy is rooted in psychodynamic and relational theory, cultural awareness, cognitive behavioral techniques, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) and neurobehavioral therapeutic approaches. I am dedicated to meeting my clients where they are at and adapting treatment to meet their needs. My therapeutic style is compassionate, relaxed, and empowering. I am currently a postgraduate Social Work Fellow and have worked in a variety of clinical settings, ranging from hospital settings supporting individuals' socio-emotional needs to educational settings supporting individuals' learning needs.
As an Indian-American and immigrant woman, my work is grounded in the intersectionality of gender, racial identity, country of origin, migration, systemic oppression, and sexuality.
My approach to psychotherapy is rooted in psychodynamic and relational theory, cultural awareness, cognitive behavioral techniques, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) and neurobehavioral therapeutic approaches. I am dedicated to meeting my clients where they are at and adapting treatment to meet their needs. My therapeutic style is compassionate, relaxed, and empowering. I am currently a postgraduate Social Work Fellow and have worked in a variety of clinical settings, ranging from hospital settings supporting individuals' socio-emotional needs to educational settings supporting individuals' learning needs.
Munib S Raad
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02115 (Online Only)
As a therapist in practice for 10 + years, I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ POC communities coping with depression, anxiety, relationship stress, racial identity, and spirituality/faith.
We all need spaces in our lives to be seen and heard. There are times, however, when it can be hard to find those spaces of acceptance, non-judgment, and problem solving. I will work with you to explore and find solutions to the challenges that come with navigating the realities of our complicated lives. My approach in therapy focuses on each person's unique stories, strengths, and resilience, from a space of empathy, and concrete tools to move forward. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process that balances spaces of acceptance with change, which is based in cognitive & dialectical behavioral therapy (CBT) and (DBT).
As a therapist in practice for 10 + years, I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ POC communities coping with depression, anxiety, relationship stress, racial identity, and spirituality/faith.
We all need spaces in our lives to be seen and heard. There are times, however, when it can be hard to find those spaces of acceptance, non-judgment, and problem solving. I will work with you to explore and find solutions to the challenges that come with navigating the realities of our complicated lives. My approach in therapy focuses on each person's unique stories, strengths, and resilience, from a space of empathy, and concrete tools to move forward. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process that balances spaces of acceptance with change, which is based in cognitive & dialectical behavioral therapy (CBT) and (DBT).
ShaQuan Read Counseling & Consulting
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02115 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Utilizing body-based therapies including EMDR & Brainspotting with individuals & groups who are struggling with adverse childhood experiences, sexual assault, anxiety, pre/postnatal & relationship challenges, racial identity & oppression related trauma.
The process of learning ourselves & diving into the depth of our pain is not a path that we must take alone. In our practice it is our privilege to travel alongside you to support your growth, understanding, and acceptance during this part of your journey. to achieve your therapeutic goals. We offer EMDR Intensive Therapy sessions. It can be difficult to resolve a feeling issue with a thinking solution, so we utilize healing modalities that allow us to get to the core of the issues you are facing. "I learned long ago that in order to heal my wounds I must have the courage to face them” – Paulo Coelho.
Utilizing body-based therapies including EMDR & Brainspotting with individuals & groups who are struggling with adverse childhood experiences, sexual assault, anxiety, pre/postnatal & relationship challenges, racial identity & oppression related trauma.
The process of learning ourselves & diving into the depth of our pain is not a path that we must take alone. In our practice it is our privilege to travel alongside you to support your growth, understanding, and acceptance during this part of your journey. to achieve your therapeutic goals. We offer EMDR Intensive Therapy sessions. It can be difficult to resolve a feeling issue with a thinking solution, so we utilize healing modalities that allow us to get to the core of the issues you are facing. "I learned long ago that in order to heal my wounds I must have the courage to face them” – Paulo Coelho.
Shawnese Givens
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02116 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Life is an ever-changing and often challenging endeavor. It's not uncommon to find yourself feeling stuck, defeated and alone. As a therapist, my goal is help you in your journey toward realizing your best self. One who is centered, confident and connected. Whether you're experiencing anxiety, depression, or family and relationship issues, therapy can help.
Life is an ever-changing and often challenging endeavor. It's not uncommon to find yourself feeling stuck, defeated and alone. As a therapist, my goal is help you in your journey toward realizing your best self. One who is centered, confident and connected. Whether you're experiencing anxiety, depression, or family and relationship issues, therapy can help.
Dewin Hernandez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02115 (Online Only)
Embracing Healing Justice (HJ) is a transformative journey towards dismantling the oppressive structures that affect our mental well-being. This framework, intricately woven with threads of racial, disability, and economic justice, empowers us to interrupt the chains of systemic oppression. My commitment lies in championing vulnerable populations, employing a person-centered, holistic and solution-focused approach. I support my clients in navigating the intricate tapestry of social identities to foster healing, resilience and transformative change.
Embracing Healing Justice (HJ) is a transformative journey towards dismantling the oppressive structures that affect our mental well-being. This framework, intricately woven with threads of racial, disability, and economic justice, empowers us to interrupt the chains of systemic oppression. My commitment lies in championing vulnerable populations, employing a person-centered, holistic and solution-focused approach. I support my clients in navigating the intricate tapestry of social identities to foster healing, resilience and transformative change.
Brittany Brickus
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02118 (Online Only)
Hello and welcome to taking the first step towards seeking support! My name is Brittany, and I am a professional with a Master's in Psychology and a certification in American Sign Language. With over 10 years of experience, I have dedicated my career to working with children and young adults, utilizing trauma-informed interventions. I have experience working with neurodivergent clients, mood disorders and life transitions. My style is casual and compassionate, creating a warm and welcoming environment for my clients.
Hello and welcome to taking the first step towards seeking support! My name is Brittany, and I am a professional with a Master's in Psychology and a certification in American Sign Language. With over 10 years of experience, I have dedicated my career to working with children and young adults, utilizing trauma-informed interventions. I have experience working with neurodivergent clients, mood disorders and life transitions. My style is casual and compassionate, creating a warm and welcoming environment for my clients.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02116 (Online Only)
I believe the greatest gift a therapist can offer is full presence with a compassionate ear. Many clients seek therapy because something that was working for them is no longer working. Maybe you feel stuck, unseen, unheard, anxious, angry, or "enmeshed" in your interpersonal relationships and work. Maybe there's family estrangement or you are contemplating cutoff. Maybe your core values are being tested. You have been here for a long time, but believed you needed permission to feel this way: "Just another year," "just a little more." In our therapy space, even if you take your shoes off at the door, you can bring your whole self.
I believe the greatest gift a therapist can offer is full presence with a compassionate ear. Many clients seek therapy because something that was working for them is no longer working. Maybe you feel stuck, unseen, unheard, anxious, angry, or "enmeshed" in your interpersonal relationships and work. Maybe there's family estrangement or you are contemplating cutoff. Maybe your core values are being tested. You have been here for a long time, but believed you needed permission to feel this way: "Just another year," "just a little more." In our therapy space, even if you take your shoes off at the door, you can bring your whole self.
We've been through a collective trauma of a dual pandemic. Are you struggling with re-entering and adjusting to life post-quarantine and having difficulty reconnecting with yourself and others? Therapy can provide a place to reset, rest, grieve, and grow into the life you find worth living.
We've been through a collective trauma of a dual pandemic. Are you struggling with re-entering and adjusting to life post-quarantine and having difficulty reconnecting with yourself and others? Therapy can provide a place to reset, rest, grieve, and grow into the life you find worth living.
Jerrica Raspberry Lawson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02122 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
The perfect client is anyone ready to actively work on their healing. I like to put my clients in the driver seat because they know what is best for them. As a therapist I will be there to listen, and guide the healing process.
The perfect client is anyone ready to actively work on their healing. I like to put my clients in the driver seat because they know what is best for them. As a therapist I will be there to listen, and guide the healing process.
Oyenike Balogun
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02110 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
***Waitlisting for couples therapy***I treat individuals and couples seeking avenues to thrive. I have expansive experience working with diverse populations on adjustment issues across the lifespan, emotional distress, problematic relationship patterns, family-related stress, body image concerns, and sexual trauma. Unique to my practice is a focus on the impact of intersections of race and gender. In our work together, I look to facilitate a process of discovery that empowers you to realize your personal goals.
***Waitlisting for couples therapy***I treat individuals and couples seeking avenues to thrive. I have expansive experience working with diverse populations on adjustment issues across the lifespan, emotional distress, problematic relationship patterns, family-related stress, body image concerns, and sexual trauma. Unique to my practice is a focus on the impact of intersections of race and gender. In our work together, I look to facilitate a process of discovery that empowers you to realize your personal goals.
Nashley Nieves
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LADC I, LCSW
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02114 (Online Only)
Hello! I am a licensed addictions therapist with a background in social work, and I work with individuals motivated to maintain their recovery journey and learn more about themselves along the way. I have a diverse background due to my experiences across the gambit of settings from inpatient detox and residential centers, community based programming, state prisons, and outpatient clinics. As such, I work with adults to process trauma and daily stressors that may be impacting their ability to become the version of themselves they wish to achieve.
Hello! I am a licensed addictions therapist with a background in social work, and I work with individuals motivated to maintain their recovery journey and learn more about themselves along the way. I have a diverse background due to my experiences across the gambit of settings from inpatient detox and residential centers, community based programming, state prisons, and outpatient clinics. As such, I work with adults to process trauma and daily stressors that may be impacting their ability to become the version of themselves they wish to achieve.
I'm a firm believer that you don't need to wait until things get really bad to start therapy. I specialize in guiding identity-based work among Asian and BIPOC college and graduate students, young adults, and immigrants experiencing anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and intergenerational family dynamics. I take a warm, collaborative, and tailored approach that positions you as the expert of your own experience. Working from a multicultural perspective, I encourage client's awareness of their worldview and place within their family and culture.
I'm a firm believer that you don't need to wait until things get really bad to start therapy. I specialize in guiding identity-based work among Asian and BIPOC college and graduate students, young adults, and immigrants experiencing anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and intergenerational family dynamics. I take a warm, collaborative, and tailored approach that positions you as the expert of your own experience. Working from a multicultural perspective, I encourage client's awareness of their worldview and place within their family and culture.
Welcome! I offer clinical treatment to people experiencing trauma-related disorders, mood disorders, & issues of identity (race, gender, sexuality, culture). Traumatic experiences have a way of shackling themselves to the body, whether they are accumulated over time or single incidents which compromised our safety. We seek to protect ourselves from a world that failed to protect us, often coping in ways that hurt in the long run. In our work together we will identify sources of pain, the impact they have on your life, & determine ways to reclaim power so that your body becomes a place of safety rather than a site of trauma.
Welcome! I offer clinical treatment to people experiencing trauma-related disorders, mood disorders, & issues of identity (race, gender, sexuality, culture). Traumatic experiences have a way of shackling themselves to the body, whether they are accumulated over time or single incidents which compromised our safety. We seek to protect ourselves from a world that failed to protect us, often coping in ways that hurt in the long run. In our work together we will identify sources of pain, the impact they have on your life, & determine ways to reclaim power so that your body becomes a place of safety rather than a site of trauma.
Taking a step toward healing, growth, or change can be frightening, and is also an act of courage and self-care. I identify as an Asian American, Pakistani, second-generation immigrant Muslim woman and a social justice-oriented therapist. I offer a warm, compassionate space while presenting my authentic self, hoping to foster your capacity to do the same. I am committed to cultural sensitivity and I attend to issues of identity, power, privilege and culture. I utilize an integrative approach that draws from multicultural/feminist, relational, mind-body based, and cognitive-behavioral therapy to meet your goals and needs.
Taking a step toward healing, growth, or change can be frightening, and is also an act of courage and self-care. I identify as an Asian American, Pakistani, second-generation immigrant Muslim woman and a social justice-oriented therapist. I offer a warm, compassionate space while presenting my authentic self, hoping to foster your capacity to do the same. I am committed to cultural sensitivity and I attend to issues of identity, power, privilege and culture. I utilize an integrative approach that draws from multicultural/feminist, relational, mind-body based, and cognitive-behavioral therapy to meet your goals and needs.
Shamni Uthayasoorian
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02114 (Online Only)
Does life feel... dreary? Do you feel like Sunday "scaries"... are sometimes Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, etc... "scaries" as well? Do you sometimes feel like there is a knot in your stomach that just won't go away? If you answered yes to any of this questions, then you are certainly not alone. Feeling this way every day can be so draining - and even when you know you're not alone in feeling this way, the weight of it all can still chip away at you. Let's talk about it. Talk about what has worked and what hasn't - and what more you can do to ease these symptom just a little more.
Does life feel... dreary? Do you feel like Sunday "scaries"... are sometimes Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, etc... "scaries" as well? Do you sometimes feel like there is a knot in your stomach that just won't go away? If you answered yes to any of this questions, then you are certainly not alone. Feeling this way every day can be so draining - and even when you know you're not alone in feeling this way, the weight of it all can still chip away at you. Let's talk about it. Talk about what has worked and what hasn't - and what more you can do to ease these symptom just a little more.
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