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People often choose a therapist of the same race. As a White person, you may have much more in common with a White therapist than a non-White therapist. When you have a choice, working with a therapist who meets your preferences, including race, is essential for the best therapy experience.

Whether you are located in downtown Santa Monica, the suburbs of Santa Monica, other nearby places such as Hawthorne, Culver City, or anywhere else in California, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

Reasons to Choose a Therapist Who is White

It can be challenging for non-White people to understand the things that White people experience every day, and this can lead to inadequate care in some cases. Here are a few other reasons to choose a therapist with a similar racial background:

  • You may be more receptive to therapy and more willing to share your feelings and innermost thoughts if you feel connected to your therapist.
  • Therapists of other races may not be able to pinpoint issues specific to White people.
  • You may find that a therapist of the same race shows more compassion, especially if they have experienced similar things in their own life.
  • Due to racial tension, you may only feel comfortable sharing your struggles with someone of a similar race.
  • You may want a safe space to explore White privilege and how you can unlearn unconscious racism.

Besides race, there are other factors you should consider when looking for a therapist. To learn more, read this article by licensed therapist Justine Soto to discover some considerations when selecting a therapist.

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Margot Charkow-Ross
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Identity what is working for you in your life and what you are wanting to change. We will make a plan on what is the best way to change the things that are undesirable. We will take the small steps in order to create big change.


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Identity what is working for you in your life and what you are wanting to change. We will make a plan on what is the best way to change the things that are undesirable. We will take the small steps in order to create big change.

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I work from where you are and where you want to be. I want to help you figure out what the best solution is for the issues you are experiencing and I cheer you on every step of the way.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Career Change
  • Coaching
  • Depression
  • Feeling Stuck
  • Life Changes
  • Mood Disorders
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
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Lindsey Stewart
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Work to change emotional responses from experiencing pain, shame, anxiety, anger or dissociation in the face of triggers to feeling more grounded and authentic. Shift relationship dynamics so they feel healthier and more productive.


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Work to change emotional responses from experiencing pain, shame, anxiety, anger or dissociation in the face of triggers to feeling more grounded and authentic. Shift relationship dynamics so they feel healthier and more productive.

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Clients have told me they understand their trauma and dynamics like narcissism, abuse and high conflict divorce more in one session together than they have previously in months of talk therapy. I tailor our work together to meet your individuagoals.

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  • Betrayal Trauma
  • Chronic Illness
  • Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)
  • Divorce and Separation
  • Domestic Violence
  • Narcissistic Abuse
  • Parent of Sexual Abuse Survivor
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Therapist for Other Therapists
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Paul Wilcox
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In session themes of what is meaningful, social stressors, relationship difficulties, anxiety management, depression, grief, addiction, sexual identity, existential crises, feelings of oppression, sexual affirmation, self-awareness, are common.


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In session themes of what is meaningful, social stressors, relationship difficulties, anxiety management, depression, grief, addiction, sexual identity, existential crises, feelings of oppression, sexual affirmation, self-awareness, are common.

Something to know about my approach is:

I utilize talk therapy through a depth psychological lens, meaning both the conscious and subconscious aspects of your understanding, and mental health are addressed using metaphor, education, and mindfulness exercises to develop self-awareness.

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  • Adult ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)
  • Depression
  • LGBTQ+
  • Marriage Counseling
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • PTSD from Abuse
  • Religious Trauma
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Trauma
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Corrina Levine
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We will work to heal past relationships or incidents, while also learning skills to better manage some of life's difficulties. ~ You want to feel safe and secure. You’re seeking to regain control and a more positive view of yourself and the world.


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We will work to heal past relationships or incidents, while also learning skills to better manage some of life's difficulties. ~ You want to feel safe and secure. You’re seeking to regain control and a more positive view of yourself and the world.

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I am dedicated to serving clients with a range of daily stressors such as Anxiety, Depression, Low Self-Esteem, Relationship Issues, Stress, & Couples/Family Therapy. ~ I have a trauma-focused practice & the majority of my clients suffer from PTSD.

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  • Adjustment Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Childhood Trauma
  • Coping Skills
  • Couples
  • Depression
  • Life Transitions
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Rape and Sexual Assault
  • Relationship Skills
  • Self-Esteem
  • Sex Anxiety
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Sexual Trauma
  • Social Anxiety
  • Trauma
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Ashley Holmes
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As a collaborative team we will get to explore and process past hurts and traumas if that is what is needed, explore your desired outcome for your life, and look towards alternative narratives and solutions to live your best life moving forward.


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As a collaborative team we will get to explore and process past hurts and traumas if that is what is needed, explore your desired outcome for your life, and look towards alternative narratives and solutions to live your best life moving forward.

Something to know about my approach is:

I like to meet clients where they are at and explore what goals will work best for them as they know what will work for them or not. I then will create a treatment approach tailored to each clients specific needs and wants to work towards together.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Childhood Trauma
  • Co-Parenting
  • Court-Ordered Therapy
  • Depression
  • Domestic Violence
  • Family Trauma
  • Parenting Skills
  • Parenting Special Needs Children
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • PTSD from Abuse
  • Racial Trauma
  • Reparenting Yourself
  • Sexual Trauma
  • Substance Use
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