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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 Washington DC, Anacostia, Ballston, Bluemont, or even Brentwood, 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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Kelly Allred
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Focus on both addressing your challenges and harnessing your strengths. My aim is to create a space where you feel respected, supported, and empowered to reach your goals.


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Focus on both addressing your challenges and harnessing your strengths. My aim is to create a space where you feel respected, supported, and empowered to reach your goals.

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It's evidence-based. The techniques and strategies that we will talk about in therapy have been shown by research to be effective for what you are dealing with.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • Interpersonal Difficulties
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Racial Trauma
  • Relationship Skills
  • Stress
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Dr R ("Jeff") Russ
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Together, we will provide you with evidence-based options to treat your diagnosis; assign these as homework to chip away at your diagnosis; monitoring these goals through objective progress measuring. ACORN: patient 137% improved from starting point.


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Together, we will provide you with evidence-based options to treat your diagnosis; assign these as homework to chip away at your diagnosis; monitoring these goals through objective progress measuring. ACORN: patient 137% improved from starting point.

Something to know about my approach is:

My approach is not to put you on the coach for years. Rather, my goal is to "get you back into the game, as soon as possible." By empowering you to deal with future issues, I am able to work myself out of a job. You will work with me once per month.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Career
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Substance Use
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Albert Mezistrano
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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.

Something to know about my approach is:

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.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Borderline Personality
  • Childhood Trauma
  • Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)
  • Complex Trauma
  • Depression
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
  • Grief
  • Major Depressive Disorder
  • Panic Attacks
  • Postpartum Anxiety
  • Social Anxiety
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Caitlyn Liao
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Explore your inner world to better understand what drives your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. While at times painful, this process can be profoundly healing and empowering. You'll gain clarity and compassion to live more freely as your best self.


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Explore your inner world to better understand what drives your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. While at times painful, this process can be profoundly healing and empowering. You'll gain clarity and compassion to live more freely as your best self.

Something to know about my approach is:

I blend insight-oriented talk therapy with experiential creative methods to meet your needs. Our work aims to help you process emotions, gain self-awareness, heal old wounds, and actualize your potential.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Adjustment Disorders
  • Anxiety
  • Attachment Issues
  • Couples
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Financial Stress
  • Intergenerational Trauma
  • Job Stress
  • Life Transitions
  • Personal Growth
  • Racial or Ethnic Identity
  • Relationship Distress
  • Relationships
  • Self-Acceptance
  • Self-Esteem
  • Self-Understanding
  • Social Anxiety
  • Teenagers
  • Women
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Dr. Laura Preciado
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Get you to a place where you can identify your strengths, recognize your short and long-term goals, know where to start, feel more empowered and balanced.


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Get you to a place where you can identify your strengths, recognize your short and long-term goals, know where to start, feel more empowered and balanced.

Something to know about my approach is:

My approach is very relational and strength-based. I work hard at establishing rapport and trust. I draw a lot from feminist and multicultural psychology. I often provide psycho-ed about self-compassion and challenging automatic negative thoughts.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Adjustment Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Breakups
  • Career Burnout
  • Career Counseling
  • Cultural Adjustment
  • Divorce and Separation
  • Families
  • Family of Origin
  • Financial Stress
  • First Generation Issues
  • Gender Identity
  • Grief
  • High-Functioning Anxiety
  • High-Functioning Depression
  • Highly Sensitive People (HSPs)
  • Life Adjustment
  • Life Transitions
  • Open Relationships
  • Racial or Ethnic Identity
  • Relationship Conflict
  • Relationship Distress
  • Sadness
  • Self-Advocacy
  • Self-Compassion
  • Self-Expression
  • Self-Worth
  • Social Isolation
  • Social Justice
  • Social Skills
  • Trauma
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Map in Seattle, Washington for Dr. Laura Preciado therapy location.
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