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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 Lake Forest, the suburbs of Lake Forest, other nearby places such as Mission Viejo, Rancho Santa Margarita, 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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Kirsten Cheong
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Together we will identify the root cause of your anxiety and people-pleasing. We will explore how people-pleasing became your go-to coping mechanism, then unlearn it. We will use real life circumstances you're in to practice healthy boundaries.


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Together we will identify the root cause of your anxiety and people-pleasing. We will explore how people-pleasing became your go-to coping mechanism, then unlearn it. We will use real life circumstances you're in to practice healthy boundaries.

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I am relatable and friendly but with healthy boundaries. I can model for you what confident boundary-setting looks like so you can see that it's possible to overcome anxious people-pleasing. We don't just talk, we problem-solve so you can thrive.

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  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Burnout
  • Career Burnout
  • Childhood Trauma
  • Codependency
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  • Trauma
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Come up with a plan to help you become your best self. Each individual is different, and I like to listen first before assuming I know what will work best for you moving forward.


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Come up with a plan to help you become your best self. Each individual is different, and I like to listen first before assuming I know what will work best for you moving forward.

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I view therapy as a partnership. My job is to find out where you want to go and give you the tools and steps to get there. We work together and get to celebrate all the wins you make along the way.

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  • Anxiety
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Together we will allow all of yourself to come to the forefront, focusing on the present, the past, any and all factors that hold you back from being your truest version of your self.


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Together we will allow all of yourself to come to the forefront, focusing on the present, the past, any and all factors that hold you back from being your truest version of your self.

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Therapy is a sacred place to slow down, to process, to think with another who privileges your thoughts, feelings and ideas. I care about the moment to moment feel of the therapy and will check in to ensure you are getting out of it what you need.

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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.


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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.

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

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  • Artists and Creative Personalities
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  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Racism
  • Religious Trauma
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  • Self-Compassion
  • Self-Worth
  • Shame
  • Spirituality
  • Trauma
  • Traumatic Loss
  • Trust Issues
  • Vulnerability
  • Women
  • Young Adults
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Shayna Harvey
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Explore your thoughts and emotions with authenticity.


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Explore your thoughts and emotions with authenticity.

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I use holistic and trauma-informed modalities. I also have a background in creative arts and love working with creatives.

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