Browse > California > Gardena > Race And Racism

Find Race / Racism Therapists & Counselors in Gardena, CA.

 

If you’ve ever been a victim of racial trauma, you may be aware of the scars it can leave behind. Addressing your own racist tendencies or attempting to heal from racial discrimination will take a concerted effort, and having professional support can make things much easier.

In order to make progress, you need an anti-racist mental health professional who can help you change your behavior and thinking patterns and give you tools to move forward. Whether you are located in downtown Gardena, the suburbs of Gardena, other nearby places such as Hawthorne, Redondo Beach, or anywhere else in California, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

The Effects of Racial Discrimination

Racial discrimination has a clear impact on your mental health. Here are some of the most common effects of racism on mental health:

  • You relive racist events and have trouble healing from them.
  • You avoid people or places that remind you of racist trauma you’ve experienced.
  • You don’t feel good about yourself, especially pertaining to your race.
  • You’re easily offended or frightened, given that you’ve been hurt in the past.
  • You feel depressed as a result of the trauma.
  • You frequently feel stressed, anxious, or depressed.

This is not a full list of the effects of racial discrimination. Systemic racism can also lead to a lack of necessary resources like:

  • Supportive or appropriate mental health care.
  • Job and economic opportunities.
  • Education.

To learn more about the effects of racism on mental health, read licensed therapist Michael Friedman’s article about intergenerational racial trauma.

You Can Overcome Racial Discrimination with Therapy

You can benefit from a race-focused therapist whether you've been discriminated against or you’ve committed racial acts. They will assist in examining your thought processes and your unique situation and give you the tools you need to succeed. And with Mental Health Match, finding a qualified anti-racist therapist is easy! Start by browsing race and mental health experts below or by using our free therapist matching tool.

Gardena, CA Racism Therapists - List Your Practice on Mental Health Match

Looking to expand your network? At Mental Health Match, we match clients to therapists and counselors specializing in the effects of racism on mental health. Get set up for new referrals in 10 minutes or less. 60 day free trial, with no credit cards required to start. Join now.

Read more
WANT TO SEE PERSONALIZED MATCHES?
Take our survey to find therapists who fit your budget and goals.
Showing 1 - 5 (68 total therapists)
Showing 1 - 5 (68 total therapists)
Filters:
Picture of Dr. Jadah Petty, therapist in California, Illinois
Dr. Jadah Petty
Together, we will:

Identify what's keeping your stuck from reaching your goals and learn new ways of managing your difficult thoughts and feelings related to past trauma, relationships issues, work stress, discrimination, and more.


VIEW PROFILE
Picture of Dr. Jadah Petty, therapist in California, Illinois
VIEW PROFILE
Together, we will:

Identify what's keeping your stuck from reaching your goals and learn new ways of managing your difficult thoughts and feelings related to past trauma, relationships issues, work stress, discrimination, and more.

Something to know about my approach is:

It is very interactive and solution-focused. I want to offer you tools and skills to manage your life on your own, while also providing a comfortable space for you to share. We'll create a customized plan based on your values and goals.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Depression
  • Life Stress
  • Life Transitions
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Racial Trauma
  • Trauma Recovery
Read more about me
Dr. Jadah Petty remote and phone therapy in California, Illinois
Picture of Araceli  Hirtle , therapist in California, Pennsylvania
Araceli Hirtle
Together, we will:

increase self-care and improve communication and connection with your spouse. I will help decrease your mom’s guilt, reduce sadness and improve anger management skills


VIEW PROFILE
Picture of Araceli  Hirtle , therapist in California, Pennsylvania
VIEW PROFILE
Together, we will:

increase self-care and improve communication and connection with your spouse. I will help decrease your mom’s guilt, reduce sadness and improve anger management skills

Something to know about my approach is:

Everyone is different, with a different trauma history and different stages in their progress, that is why I utilize an eclectic therapy approach. Based on your needs that day we will utilize various strategies.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Complex Trauma
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Domestic Violence Survivors
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Families of Trauma and Critical Incidents
  • Family Conflict
  • First Responders
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
  • grief
  • Hispanic and Latino Issues
  • Infertility
  • Married to law enforcement officers
  • Parenting Issues
  • Postpartum
  • Postpartum Depression
  • Self Esteem & Confidence Issues
  • Stress
  • Women's Issues
Read more about me
Araceli  Hirtle  remote and phone therapy in California, Pennsylvania
Picture of Minji Yang, therapist in California
Minji Yang
Together, we will:

help you understand who you are today based on cultural factors and past experiences and by exploring your thoughts and emotions in-depth. We will also help you address your challenges, develop coping strategies, and develop a healthier lifestyle.


VIEW PROFILE
Picture of Minji Yang, therapist in California
VIEW PROFILE
Together, we will:

help you understand who you are today based on cultural factors and past experiences and by exploring your thoughts and emotions in-depth. We will also help you address your challenges, develop coping strategies, and develop a healthier lifestyle.

Something to know about my approach is:

I use an integrative approach and pull from psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, and emotion-focused theories. I also use a systems-based, multicultural approach to consider various cultural factors and societal contexts that may impact my clients.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Career Stress
  • Cultural Diversity and Identities
  • Depression
  • Family Dynamics
  • Perfectionism
Read more about me
Minji Yang remote and phone therapy in California
Picture of Christina  Dee, therapist in California
Christina Dee
Together, we will:

Explore and release both the pain of the past and the fear of the future while strengthening your capacity to meet life’s challenges with a balanced mind and resilient heart.


VIEW PROFILE
Picture of Christina  Dee, therapist in California
VIEW PROFILE
Together, we will:

Explore and release both the pain of the past and the fear of the future while strengthening your capacity to meet life’s challenges with a balanced mind and resilient heart.

Something to know about my approach is:

My psychotherapy practice integrates psychodynamic, existential, Jungian, trauma-informed, neuroscience, meditative-based, somatic and depth approaches to psychological growth, emotional healing, and holistic transformation.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Abuse
  • Anxiety
  • Artists & Creative Personalities
  • Attachment Issues
  • Betrayal Trauma
  • Codependency
  • Coming out of a cult
  • Communication
  • Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)
  • Confidence and Self-worth
  • Coping Skills
  • Couples Therapy
  • Cultural Diversity and Identities
  • Depression
  • Emotional regulation
  • Existential Issues
  • Finding Meaning or Purpose
  • Forgiveness
  • Gaslighting
  • Gender Identity and Affirmation
  • Grief counseling
  • Inner Child Work
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Mindfulness meditation and spirituality
  • narcissistic abuse
  • Nervous System Regulation
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Racism
  • Religious Trauma
  • Self care
  • Self-Compassion
  • Shame
  • Spiritual Exploration
  • Trauma
  • Trauma Recovery
  • Traumatic loss
  • Trust Issues
  • Vulnerability
  • Women's Identity/Image
  • Young Adults
Read more about me
Christina  Dee remote and phone therapy in California
Picture of Ife Sangode-olaitan , therapist in California
Ife Sangode-olaitan
Together, we will:

start where you think is most important. Maybe you're questioning your self-worth or having difficulty creating healthy boundaries? Maybe you’re experiencing anxiety or depression, or processing trauma or difficult life events and changes.


VIEW PROFILE
Picture of Ife Sangode-olaitan , therapist in California
VIEW PROFILE
Together, we will:

start where you think is most important. Maybe you're questioning your self-worth or having difficulty creating healthy boundaries? Maybe you’re experiencing anxiety or depression, or processing trauma or difficult life events and changes.

Something to know about my approach is:

Let’s work from a holistic lens to support you in gaining empowerment in your life. Through this approach, I use a variety of treatment methods: Mindfulness, Cognitive, Parts Work, Brainspotting.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • African American Women
  • Depression
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
  • Identity
  • Intergenerational trauma
  • Life Transitions
  • Maternal Mental Health
  • Racial Trauma
  • Relationship issues
  • Women’s health
  • Women's Identity/Image
  • Young Women
Read more about me
Ife Sangode-olaitan  remote and phone therapy in California