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Find Racial Justice Therapists & Counselors in La Mesa, CA.

 

Many therapists commit to racial justice principles, including working to expose and counter white privilege and heal the effects of racial trauma. Racial trauma can take the form of hurtful social interactions, lack of education and employment opportunities, and more.

Thankfully, racial justice therapists are available not only to help you heal but to empower you to commit to racial injustice. Whether you are located in downtown La Mesa, the suburbs of La Mesa, other nearby places such as Chula Vista, National City, or anywhere else in California, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

How Racial Justice Therapists Can Help

Here are a few of the ways racial justice therapists can help you:

  • They can be a supportive guide to understanding the effect racism has on you, your mental health, and your life.
  • They set the stage for a meaningful discussion and inspire you to look inwardly for answers to problems.
  • They can give you tips and tricks to remain calm amidst racial aggressions.
  • They can help you feel empowered about who you are.
  • They can help you understand and dismantle white privilege.

If you are a White person considering a racial justice therapist, read licensed therapist Marla Berger’s article on promoting racial equality. If you are BIPOC, consider licensed therapist Vaughn O'Neal’s tips for Black mental health during turbulent times.

Get Started with a Racial Justice Therapist Today!

A licensed racial justice therapist is available to help you improve your mental health with the help of someone who shares your values. And with Mental Health Match, finding a qualified counselor or therapist is easy! Start by browsing racial justice therapists below or by using our free therapist matching tool.

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Jenny Moon
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take time to explore your childhood experiences and trauma, understand your relationships with family, friends, partner and with self. We will gain a deeper understanding of your automatic responses, make connections and create healthier boundaries.


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take time to explore your childhood experiences and trauma, understand your relationships with family, friends, partner and with self. We will gain a deeper understanding of your automatic responses, make connections and create healthier boundaries.

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I work from a person centered approach and meeting you where you are. I value the relationship and ensure to create a trustworthy and safe space for my clients.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • anxiety management
  • Asian and Pacific Islander Issues
  • Burn Out
  • Communication Skills
  • Depression
  • Developing Secure Attachment
  • Entrepreneurial Women
  • Faith and Spirituality
  • Family trauma
  • Financial Anxiety
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
  • grief
  • High-functioning anxiety
  • Identity Issues
  • Imposter Syndrome
  • Inner Child Work
  • Intergenerational trauma
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Maternal Mental Health
  • Racial or Ethnic Identity
  • Relationship Conflict
  • Self Esteem & Confidence Issues
  • Self Understanding
  • Women's Identity/Image
  • Work-Life Balance
  • Work stress
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Katherine Behm
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Rediscover lost or forgotten parts of yourself and work through old wounds that have held you back from pursuing the life you long for. We will also laugh, admire the strength of your younger self, and dream together about what's to come.


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Rediscover lost or forgotten parts of yourself and work through old wounds that have held you back from pursuing the life you long for. We will also laugh, admire the strength of your younger self, and dream together about what's to come.

Something to know about my approach is:

I believe that self-compassion is foundational to learning, growing, and healing. I also understand that developing self-compassion takes time so I will always regard you with compassion and understanding, helping you to remember your inner good.

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  • Adult ADHD
  • Codependency
  • Highly Sensitive People
  • Low Self-Esteem
  • Postpartum
  • Social Anxiety
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Samantha Houston-Crook
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Explore how to create a safe or calm state around you and becoming in touch with our emotions and feelings. Together we will tackle these challenges and identify ways to cope and work through.


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Explore how to create a safe or calm state around you and becoming in touch with our emotions and feelings. Together we will tackle these challenges and identify ways to cope and work through.

Something to know about my approach is:

I utilize EMDR and have a strong background in Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction approach. I think that the first way to heal our minds, is to start with healing our bodies. This is through grounding and healing past hurts.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Gender
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
  • Harm OCD
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Religious Trauma
  • Sexuality
  • Sexual Trauma
  • Social Anxiety
  • Trauma
  • Trauma EMDR
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Natacha Chaney
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Perhaps you need healing from the past, freedom in your mind, or maybe your longing to reach certain goals, or your desiring to improve relationships with those around you. Together we will develop a plan specific to your desires.


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Perhaps you need healing from the past, freedom in your mind, or maybe your longing to reach certain goals, or your desiring to improve relationships with those around you. Together we will develop a plan specific to your desires.

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Whatever the situation we will develop a plan together based on your goals and desires. The modalities that I use to treat will be tailored according to my clients needs and goals.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Behavioral Disorders
  • Communication Issues
  • Couples Counseling
  • Couples issues
  • Couples Therapy
  • Faith and Spirituality
  • Procrastination/Motivation
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Natacha Chaney remote and phone therapy in California
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Loreine Callejas
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unpack and process any past trauma (childhood, intergenerational, racial), learn coping strategies for the present and how to set healthy boundaries, improve relationship with yourself and with others, prevent burnout, gain self-compassion/acceptance


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unpack and process any past trauma (childhood, intergenerational, racial), learn coping strategies for the present and how to set healthy boundaries, improve relationship with yourself and with others, prevent burnout, gain self-compassion/acceptance

Something to know about my approach is:

I work from the inside out: learning to slow down, listen to your body's intuition, allow your heart to experience your emotions, become aware of your triggers and unhealthy behavior patterns so you can learn to live with and love your imperfections.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Acculturation Issues
  • Childhood Emotional Neglect
  • Cultural Trauma
  • Depression
  • Early childhood trauma and its adult manifestations
  • High-functioning anxiety
  • Inner Child Work
  • Intergenerational trauma
  • Reparenting Yourself
  • Self-Compassion
  • Self Esteem & Confidence Issues
  • Silencing the inner critic
  • Women's Issues
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