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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 Rockford, the suburbs of Rockford, other nearby places such as DeKalb, Beloit, or anywhere else in Illinois, 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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Work together to explore difficulties that you are experiencing in relationships - not only with your partner, family, or friends - but also yourself! My goal is to create a safe space for you to move towards authenticity and self-acceptance.


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Work together to explore difficulties that you are experiencing in relationships - not only with your partner, family, or friends - but also yourself! My goal is to create a safe space for you to move towards authenticity and self-acceptance.

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I start each session with "what is present with you today?". I genuinely care about your wellbeing and want to know how I can support you. We will identify goals, explore current stressors, and work together towards your personal healing journey.

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We'll work to build a safe relationship in therapy so that you can experiment with new ways of handling difficult emotions, articulating boundaries, exploring vulnerability, understanding internal thought patterns and regulating body reactions.


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We'll work to build a safe relationship in therapy so that you can experiment with new ways of handling difficult emotions, articulating boundaries, exploring vulnerability, understanding internal thought patterns and regulating body reactions.

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I personalize my integrative approach, using Attachment-Focused EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Interpersonal Process as my primary approaches. I respect and incorporate many intersections of clients' identities and strengths.

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Rachael Stewart
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I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families as they seek to make necessary changes for cultivating a fulfilling and authentic life. It is my goal to identify your strengths, increase your self-awareness, and assist you in your journey


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I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families as they seek to make necessary changes for cultivating a fulfilling and authentic life. It is my goal to identify your strengths, increase your self-awareness, and assist you in your journey

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I utilize a holistic approach and adapt each counseling relationship to the individual’s personal needs, goals, and aspirations. I utilize a strengths-based, client-focused therapeutic approach to partner with you as you seek wholeness.

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encourage your own mindfulness, helping reduce harmful self-judgements and ultimately become more attuned to your needs, behaviors, and relationships.


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encourage your own mindfulness, helping reduce harmful self-judgements and ultimately become more attuned to your needs, behaviors, and relationships.

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Treatment will be active, involving education, manageable assignments, and tracking of goals. Sessions will be more frequent at first and then reduce as progress is made. Let's help you get back to enjoying your life.

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Michelle Maegly
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navigate your challenges, explore underlying patterns, and cultivate strategies for lasting growth and well-being. We will explore your emotions, uncover limiting beliefs, develop coping skills, and work towards meaningful change.


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navigate your challenges, explore underlying patterns, and cultivate strategies for lasting growth and well-being. We will explore your emotions, uncover limiting beliefs, develop coping skills, and work towards meaningful change.

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I believe wellness and personal growth are best pursued within a trusting, judgment-free, safe, empathic, and honest therapy relationship. To build those relationships, I'm fully committed to exploring and understanding each client's perspective.

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