Racial Identity Therapists in Seattle, WA
Shannon Budelman
Counselor, MA, MEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98115 (Online Only)
I am passionate about maternal mental health & supporting expectant/new parents, and working with white people to understand racial identity and develop capacity for anti-racism.
I help people learn transformative skills of self-compassion, develop a deep sense of self-worth, explore how intersecting social identities have shaped them, identify core values, and show up authentically in their lives. I listen empathically, offer feedback and new perspectives, and challenge you to reconsider old decisions. Together, we focus on your strengths and the adaptive ways you have coped with difficulty. We connect the dots of your story, identify the roots of your current concerns, practice new skills in the here-and-now, increase your understanding of your mind and body, and integrate painful past experiences.
I am passionate about maternal mental health & supporting expectant/new parents, and working with white people to understand racial identity and develop capacity for anti-racism.
I help people learn transformative skills of self-compassion, develop a deep sense of self-worth, explore how intersecting social identities have shaped them, identify core values, and show up authentically in their lives. I listen empathically, offer feedback and new perspectives, and challenge you to reconsider old decisions. Together, we focus on your strengths and the adaptive ways you have coped with difficulty. We connect the dots of your story, identify the roots of your current concerns, practice new skills in the here-and-now, increase your understanding of your mind and body, and integrate painful past experiences.
Hi, I'm David Ravi Sitlani (he/him/his). Therapy provides meaningful opportunities to engage with and gain deeper understanding into yourself and who you are in the present moment, regardless of life's uncertainties and challenges. I primarily work with clients who are exploring racial identity and/or experiencing life transitions. I also work with clients who are experiencing depression, anxiety and other issues that inevitably come with being alive and being in relationships.
Hi, I'm David Ravi Sitlani (he/him/his). Therapy provides meaningful opportunities to engage with and gain deeper understanding into yourself and who you are in the present moment, regardless of life's uncertainties and challenges. I primarily work with clients who are exploring racial identity and/or experiencing life transitions. I also work with clients who are experiencing depression, anxiety and other issues that inevitably come with being alive and being in relationships.
My passion lies in working with both youth and adults alike and believe that counseling offers an opportunity to reflect on the current challenges that you may be experiencing in life, and working together with you on moving forward. In particular I have a heart and passion for working with youth and young adults of color. I believe that racial identity is linked to every aspect of daily lives for people of color and often leads to ongoing symptoms of stress and anxiety. I love working with individuals of all races and ethnicities, including folks who identify as children of immigrants.
My passion lies in working with both youth and adults alike and believe that counseling offers an opportunity to reflect on the current challenges that you may be experiencing in life, and working together with you on moving forward. In particular I have a heart and passion for working with youth and young adults of color. I believe that racial identity is linked to every aspect of daily lives for people of color and often leads to ongoing symptoms of stress and anxiety. I love working with individuals of all races and ethnicities, including folks who identify as children of immigrants.
I offer support for work stress/bullying, parenting challenges, racial identity/mixed race issues, trauma, neglect, anxiety/depression, ADHD, pandemic issues, and loneliness.
Experiences and feelings come in waves; sometimes we need a little help. Through a supportive, holistic approach, I empower people to cope and find joy. I am compassionate, straightforward, and encourage collaboration. I believe that each of us is unique, thus requiring individualized attention. Emotions reside not just in the mind but also in the body. We need strategies and healing that involve our entire beings. I offer EMDR, Lifespan Integration, Somatic Strategies, Imaginal/Art Therapy, and am informed by Internal Family Systems Therapy. I utilize talk therapy, storytelling, and narrative/journaling. Growth is possible.
I offer support for work stress/bullying, parenting challenges, racial identity/mixed race issues, trauma, neglect, anxiety/depression, ADHD, pandemic issues, and loneliness.
Experiences and feelings come in waves; sometimes we need a little help. Through a supportive, holistic approach, I empower people to cope and find joy. I am compassionate, straightforward, and encourage collaboration. I believe that each of us is unique, thus requiring individualized attention. Emotions reside not just in the mind but also in the body. We need strategies and healing that involve our entire beings. I offer EMDR, Lifespan Integration, Somatic Strategies, Imaginal/Art Therapy, and am informed by Internal Family Systems Therapy. I utilize talk therapy, storytelling, and narrative/journaling. Growth is possible.
I empower adults who are navigating racial identity, trauma, anxiety, and spirituality to find deep, lasting change in an inclusive, holistic space through somatic experiencing, cultural curiosity, & mindfulness.
Are you tired of chasing after healing and seeing little to no lasting results? You just want to get to the root. You want a profound healing experience that embraces every facet of your being and provides genuine transformation. Through Somatic Experiencing, we navigate beyond the surface layers, unraveling the complexities of your inner landscape at your own pace. Our goal is not merely to alleviate symptoms but to unearth the underlying roots of your challenges, fostering genuine healing from within. No more band-aids—experience the deep healing you've been yearning for. Transformative healing practices that work.
I empower adults who are navigating racial identity, trauma, anxiety, and spirituality to find deep, lasting change in an inclusive, holistic space through somatic experiencing, cultural curiosity, & mindfulness.
Are you tired of chasing after healing and seeing little to no lasting results? You just want to get to the root. You want a profound healing experience that embraces every facet of your being and provides genuine transformation. Through Somatic Experiencing, we navigate beyond the surface layers, unraveling the complexities of your inner landscape at your own pace. Our goal is not merely to alleviate symptoms but to unearth the underlying roots of your challenges, fostering genuine healing from within. No more band-aids—experience the deep healing you've been yearning for. Transformative healing practices that work.
Do you have anxiety because you make, or feel pressure to make choices based on what others want? Do you want to understand your relationships and their influence on your life? Conflict with others can negatively impact your health and self-esteem, leading to chronic stress. Whether trying to figure out your place in the world or improve your relationships, now might be the time to connect with someone who can help. Continue reading to learn how working with a therapist might be your best decision.
Do you have anxiety because you make, or feel pressure to make choices based on what others want? Do you want to understand your relationships and their influence on your life? Conflict with others can negatively impact your health and self-esteem, leading to chronic stress. Whether trying to figure out your place in the world or improve your relationships, now might be the time to connect with someone who can help. Continue reading to learn how working with a therapist might be your best decision.
My clients explore many facets of their lives with me, including their feelings of anxiety and depression. I also walk alongside people who are navigating their racial identity. Others are in a space of transition in their career paths and personal relationships. Finally, I specialize in working with people grieving a loss in their lives. No matter what your struggles are, my capacity to sit in difficult spaces with myself is the cornerstone of the work I do with those who engage with me in therapy.
My clients explore many facets of their lives with me, including their feelings of anxiety and depression. I also walk alongside people who are navigating their racial identity. Others are in a space of transition in their career paths and personal relationships. Finally, I specialize in working with people grieving a loss in their lives. No matter what your struggles are, my capacity to sit in difficult spaces with myself is the cornerstone of the work I do with those who engage with me in therapy.
As a queer, Korean transracial adoptee, I understand the complexities of mixed and intersectional identities. I specialize in supporting teens and young adults navigating racial identity formation, minority stress, intergenerational trauma, anxiety, and depression. My clients often struggle with feeling connected in relationships or forming new, meaningful ones. They may find it hard to cope with the overwhelm of our ever-changing world. I strive to create a space where clients feel seen and understood. I utilize a systems-based approach that acknowledges both the struggles and resiliencies within marginalized communities.
As a queer, Korean transracial adoptee, I understand the complexities of mixed and intersectional identities. I specialize in supporting teens and young adults navigating racial identity formation, minority stress, intergenerational trauma, anxiety, and depression. My clients often struggle with feeling connected in relationships or forming new, meaningful ones. They may find it hard to cope with the overwhelm of our ever-changing world. I strive to create a space where clients feel seen and understood. I utilize a systems-based approach that acknowledges both the struggles and resiliencies within marginalized communities.
Brandon Tripp, MS, LMHC, SUDP, MAC, SAP
Counselor, MS, LMHC, SUDP, MAC, SAP
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98118
My Clients: I regularly work with clients on common issues such as: major life transitions, depression, anxiety, struggles with work-life balance, racial identity, family of origin issues, grief, trauma, and addiction recovery. I am passionate about working with: People of color, Students, people who identify as possessing multiple minority identities, LGBTQIA+, relationship problems, bicultural stress, cultural adjustment, sexual trauma, and issues related to sexual identity and gender. I am also comfortable working with non-heteronormative relationship lifestyles; particularly navigating issues related to open/poly relationships.
My Clients: I regularly work with clients on common issues such as: major life transitions, depression, anxiety, struggles with work-life balance, racial identity, family of origin issues, grief, trauma, and addiction recovery. I am passionate about working with: People of color, Students, people who identify as possessing multiple minority identities, LGBTQIA+, relationship problems, bicultural stress, cultural adjustment, sexual trauma, and issues related to sexual identity and gender. I am also comfortable working with non-heteronormative relationship lifestyles; particularly navigating issues related to open/poly relationships.
Our clinicians have expertise in working with a wide range of individuals, from toddlers to seniors, dealing with the many life struggles that we face, including life transition, mood disorders, adjustment, anxiety, gender issues, OCD, sexuality, parenting, emotional disturbance, racial identity, relationship issues, perfectionism, workaholism.
Sometimes life poses challenges, and we need some extra support to get us through. Are you wanting to make improvements in your relationship? Or maybe with yourself? Are you feeling overwhelmed? Depressed? Stuck? Therapists at SCAW bring a diverse range of academic and clinical training to their work with adults, teens, and children. We provide individual, couples counseling, family therapy, and psychological testing.
Our clinicians have expertise in working with a wide range of individuals, from toddlers to seniors, dealing with the many life struggles that we face, including life transition, mood disorders, adjustment, anxiety, gender issues, OCD, sexuality, parenting, emotional disturbance, racial identity, relationship issues, perfectionism, workaholism.
Sometimes life poses challenges, and we need some extra support to get us through. Are you wanting to make improvements in your relationship? Or maybe with yourself? Are you feeling overwhelmed? Depressed? Stuck? Therapists at SCAW bring a diverse range of academic and clinical training to their work with adults, teens, and children. We provide individual, couples counseling, family therapy, and psychological testing.
David Callahan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSWAIC, CPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98109 (Online Only)
I primarily enjoy supporting LGBTQ+ clients as well as those experiencing/processing trauma. LGBTQ+ inclusivity to me includes kink, polyamory, sexuality, and all gender expansive identities. I integrate social justice and systemic barriers into therapy while addressing individual concerns. My inclusive framework embraces disability, neurodiversity, racial identity, and queer experiences, including kink, polyamory, and all gender-expansive identities. I follow a Health at Every Size (HAES) approach and prioritize harm reduction over abstinence.
I primarily enjoy supporting LGBTQ+ clients as well as those experiencing/processing trauma. LGBTQ+ inclusivity to me includes kink, polyamory, sexuality, and all gender expansive identities. I integrate social justice and systemic barriers into therapy while addressing individual concerns. My inclusive framework embraces disability, neurodiversity, racial identity, and queer experiences, including kink, polyamory, and all gender-expansive identities. I follow a Health at Every Size (HAES) approach and prioritize harm reduction over abstinence.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98112 (Online Only)
My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe and compassionate space for you to re-connect with your whole self (body included!) as well as your strengths, and to process through emotions and experiences that feel challenging to face and sort through on your own. As a black mixed race person of color myself, my racial identity is a lens through which I see the work and how I show up in the therapeutic space. I have a special interest in processing through grief for those who have experienced loss of any kind. I utilize calm, reflective listening, somatic awareness, social justice and systems focus, and a strengths-based approach.
My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe and compassionate space for you to re-connect with your whole self (body included!) as well as your strengths, and to process through emotions and experiences that feel challenging to face and sort through on your own. As a black mixed race person of color myself, my racial identity is a lens through which I see the work and how I show up in the therapeutic space. I have a special interest in processing through grief for those who have experienced loss of any kind. I utilize calm, reflective listening, somatic awareness, social justice and systems focus, and a strengths-based approach.
WaterYourFire Wellness Collective- Dr. Winley K.
Psychologist, PsyD, LP, HSP-P
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98195 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
WaterYourFire Wellness Collective specializes in working with Black, Indigenous and people of color (BIPOC), LGBTQ-GNC+ individuals, and folks navigating trauma related to ethno- racial identity, class, sexuality, gender identity and expression, and sexual violence.
The decision to pursue counseling can be a tough but courageous step. People choose to seek out therapy for a variety of reasons, whether it is to explore and better understand parts of self or to address specific areas of concerns. WaterYourFire Wellness Collective works with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and presenting concerns. WYFWC currently operates via Telehealth Therapy (online). WYFWC also provides services in any PsyPact state- see participating states here: https://psypact.site-ym.com/page/psypactmap)
WaterYourFire Wellness Collective specializes in working with Black, Indigenous and people of color (BIPOC), LGBTQ-GNC+ individuals, and folks navigating trauma related to ethno- racial identity, class, sexuality, gender identity and expression, and sexual violence.
The decision to pursue counseling can be a tough but courageous step. People choose to seek out therapy for a variety of reasons, whether it is to explore and better understand parts of self or to address specific areas of concerns. WaterYourFire Wellness Collective works with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and presenting concerns. WYFWC currently operates via Telehealth Therapy (online). WYFWC also provides services in any PsyPact state- see participating states here: https://psypact.site-ym.com/page/psypactmap)
Dr. Miranda Mei Nadeau
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98102 (Online Only)
Clients often come to me to talk about LGBTQ+ identity, racial identity, self-image & shame, improving relationships, big life changes, high achieving and perfectionism, and the family they grew up in.
I already know you are worthy of a life full of joy, love, and compassion. While you’re doing your best with the tools you have now, with nonjudgmental support and guidance, you can grow and flourish. As a queer, multiracial Taiwanese American, my lived experience fuels my earnest appreciation and commitment to honoring your intersecting identities. Together, we will develop a healing partnership where you can feel safe when vulnerable, comforted in your struggles, and encouraged as you are guided toward what you need to feel more secure in the world. Empowering and personalized therapy is where we start.
Clients often come to me to talk about LGBTQ+ identity, racial identity, self-image & shame, improving relationships, big life changes, high achieving and perfectionism, and the family they grew up in.
I already know you are worthy of a life full of joy, love, and compassion. While you’re doing your best with the tools you have now, with nonjudgmental support and guidance, you can grow and flourish. As a queer, multiracial Taiwanese American, my lived experience fuels my earnest appreciation and commitment to honoring your intersecting identities. Together, we will develop a healing partnership where you can feel safe when vulnerable, comforted in your struggles, and encouraged as you are guided toward what you need to feel more secure in the world. Empowering and personalized therapy is where we start.
Everyone should have the mental health resources to live their best lives, which includes a strong sexual voice and confident gender expression. There is an immense amount of guilt and shame in our culture that negatively affects how we perceive and receive sex, sexuality, and gender. Vulnerable populations have been targeted with specific, hurtful sexual and gendered stereotypes that can increase psychological distress. As a person of color, I am happy to contribute my perspective and lived experience to the field and your choice of therapists. Sex affects everyone, and it merits focused attention in the mental health field.
Everyone should have the mental health resources to live their best lives, which includes a strong sexual voice and confident gender expression. There is an immense amount of guilt and shame in our culture that negatively affects how we perceive and receive sex, sexuality, and gender. Vulnerable populations have been targeted with specific, hurtful sexual and gendered stereotypes that can increase psychological distress. As a person of color, I am happy to contribute my perspective and lived experience to the field and your choice of therapists. Sex affects everyone, and it merits focused attention in the mental health field.
Lissa Rodriguez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98178 (Online Only)
Have you been stressed, depressed, or anxious recently? Do our systems leave you angry at best and empty at worst? I am here to support you as we navigate through a society that emphasizes profits over people, and devalues and degrades so many of us. I focus strongly on social justice and how the lack thereof impacts our mental health. You deserve a space to share your emotions and values and find meaningful solutions. I am casual, laid-back, empathetic, neuro-divergent and candid and I welcome and embrace all.
Have you been stressed, depressed, or anxious recently? Do our systems leave you angry at best and empty at worst? I am here to support you as we navigate through a society that emphasizes profits over people, and devalues and degrades so many of us. I focus strongly on social justice and how the lack thereof impacts our mental health. You deserve a space to share your emotions and values and find meaningful solutions. I am casual, laid-back, empathetic, neuro-divergent and candid and I welcome and embrace all.
Are you looking for assistance through major life transitions such as relocating, a breakup, or loss? I aim to create an environment where one can work through their battles. I am here to support individuals seeking a safe space to process trauma and am passionate about helping clients find confidence, and personal power.
Are you looking for assistance through major life transitions such as relocating, a breakup, or loss? I aim to create an environment where one can work through their battles. I am here to support individuals seeking a safe space to process trauma and am passionate about helping clients find confidence, and personal power.
Tychelle Graham-Moskowitz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BA, CDP, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98121 (Online Only)
I am so glad you are here. Whether this is your first time working with a professional counselor or you are seeking to change counselors, congratulate yourself—it is a big step to trust yourself and seek support. I work with individuals and couples who are looking to explore who they are and how they can make sense of the world around them more clearly. Folks who may be experiencing anxiety and depression, or even trying to figure out if that is what they should call it. In my work with couples I look to support and facilitate healthy communication and individual and collective understanding.
I am so glad you are here. Whether this is your first time working with a professional counselor or you are seeking to change counselors, congratulate yourself—it is a big step to trust yourself and seek support. I work with individuals and couples who are looking to explore who they are and how they can make sense of the world around them more clearly. Folks who may be experiencing anxiety and depression, or even trying to figure out if that is what they should call it. In my work with couples I look to support and facilitate healthy communication and individual and collective understanding.
Catherine Teotico-Lee
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98101 (Online Only)
Do insecurities or anxieties weigh heavily on your mind? Are you grappling with procrastination, feeling inundated with tasks? Perhaps recent life changes or world events have left you feeling drained and disheartened? Have you ever felt sidelined or marginalized? If any of these resonate with you, therapy offers a supportive avenue for healing. It's time you feel happy, empowered, motivated, secure, supported, confident, and loved. Together, we'll clarify your goals, implement actionable steps, and forge a path toward a fulfilling life that resonates with your core values.
Do insecurities or anxieties weigh heavily on your mind? Are you grappling with procrastination, feeling inundated with tasks? Perhaps recent life changes or world events have left you feeling drained and disheartened? Have you ever felt sidelined or marginalized? If any of these resonate with you, therapy offers a supportive avenue for healing. It's time you feel happy, empowered, motivated, secure, supported, confident, and loved. Together, we'll clarify your goals, implement actionable steps, and forge a path toward a fulfilling life that resonates with your core values.
My work with kids, teens, adults, couples and families is based on growth, empowerment, and creativity. Because therapy is at its core a collaborative process, both the journey and the destination are co-created and regularly reexamined so we can trace paths forward with confident steps. Along the paths you will walk, the obstacles that reveal themselves will require many parts of you, some known and other unknown. My position in this journey is to visit these places with you: Paying respect to your pain, anger, and/or sadness while finding moments to celebrate the successes and joys that make the journey worth the steps.
My work with kids, teens, adults, couples and families is based on growth, empowerment, and creativity. Because therapy is at its core a collaborative process, both the journey and the destination are co-created and regularly reexamined so we can trace paths forward with confident steps. Along the paths you will walk, the obstacles that reveal themselves will require many parts of you, some known and other unknown. My position in this journey is to visit these places with you: Paying respect to your pain, anger, and/or sadness while finding moments to celebrate the successes and joys that make the journey worth the steps.
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