Racial Identity Therapists in New York

Support can be hard to come by. In times of stress it can be helpful to have a space where you can process the challenges that you experience in life. The hardest part of the process in seeking therapy is in making initial contact. Having a therapist that can work collaboratively from a nonjudgmental and compassionate place. It is important for the client to feel comfortable in order to engage in a meaningful and authentic way. With 10 years of clinical, assessment, and research experience, in addition to my lived experience as a person with multiple intersecting identities, I can utilize these experiences to help bring context to clients in our session. Increasing the client’s capacity for self-reflection is foundational to my work and I place great emphasis on respect and transparency. Through our work together it is my hope that we can work towards growth and empowerment while gaining the skills to navigate the hardships that you face in life.

Hi, I am Octavia a therapist at Your Voice Matters Therapy. I am accepting new clients so feel free to reach out for a free 15-minute consultation. I aim to create a warm, safe, confidential, and judgment-free space for clients. It is important for clients to have such a space to be able to unpack and explore all that is bothering them. I work with clients through a few different approaches such as strength-based, Humanistic, and mindfulness. Therapy is not one size fits all and thus I tailor my work to each individual client. I believe that everyone is the author of their life story. In that story, you may experience many challenges, but know that you do not have to face those challenges alone. Together we can work through those challenges so that you are ready and prepared for whatever other challenges the future may hold. Together we will build a tool kit to help you continue your life story. Do not end it here!

Hello! I offer therapy for a range of concerns, through a collaborative and holistic approach. My mission is to empower clients to access their resiliency and feel that they can manage life's ups and downs on their own.

I’m a pre-licensed mental health counselor dedicated to providing affordable therapy for adults navigating trauma, life transitions, relationships, and identity exploration. I specialize in working with BIPOC clients and women, creating a safe, supportive space where you feel heard and empowered. My approach is warm, collaborative, and trauma-informed, drawing from CBT, psychodynamic, and multicultural counseling to help you heal and grow without financial barriers.

I specialize in working with people who grew up in an individualistic or collectivist society, who may experience difficulty with low self-esteem because their feelings have never been validated due to cultural stigma.

Finding a safe space where you can let go of worry about being judged or accepted is hard. I hope to provide you the ease, comfort, and safety in the virtual therapy room you've been seeking. I am a licensed psychotherapist and certified yoga instructor with a virtual private practice based in New York State. I specialize in LGBTQIA+ matters, women's obstacles, and race and identity concerns. My work entails deconstructing white supremacy, patriarchy, capitalism, and colonization as it relates to your identity. I offer a unique and holistic approach to therapy by integrating yoga and meditation into your experience. Each session with me begins with a personalized yoga practice, transitions to talk therapy, and closes with a guided meditation. As a compassion-focused therapist, I hope to help you develop a compassionate self while building hard skills you can use in your day to day.

Jhanelle is a licensed mental health counselor in the state of New York. Jhanelle completed her master’s degree in mental health counseling at Adelphi University and her bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Africana Studies at the University of Pittsburgh. She has four years of experience working with an intensive community treatment team to support individuals with severe mental illness and four years of experience at a center for early childhood development and learning. In her early career, she assisted in a research project studying racial identity and the impacts of racial discrimination on physical and mental health. Her training and experience have helped to inform an approach that is forward-looking and supportive. She enjoys helping clients build confidence, shift their internal narratives, and make changes in their choices and lifestyles. She is known for her uplifting attitude, encouraging words, and unconditional positive regard.

I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with a broad range of experience in psychiatry throughout the lifespan. I work with clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, concerning alcohol use, and trauma/PTSD unleash themselves from the harmful habits and narratives that have controlled their mental health, discover self-acceptance, and recognize their true value and potential. I provide a safe space for deep healing and life-changing care that includes medication, lifestyle interventions, sleep optimization, mindfulness, and more. Together, we will work to develop a treatment plan that will support your overall wellbeing. Our work will be to integrate medication if indicated, as well as personalized holistic and integrative strategies and coaching. I am located in Rochester, NY, and I am able to meet with clients both virtually and in person. ***I offer a free 15-minute telehealth consultation to help patients determine whether my services are a good fit for them.***

Hello! My name is Acanthus and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Since 2013, I've worked with emerging adults, adults, and older adults through a trauma-informed lens to heal wounds, jump over roadblocks, and foster resilience. I use a collaborative approach, pulling from psychodynamic theories, CBT, and relational therapy to help meld the bridge between where you are and where you want to be. If you are ready to start your journey, take a look through my website to see all that I offer and connect with me!