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If you’ve ever been a victim of racial trauma, you may be aware of the scars it can leave behind. Addressing your own racist tendencies or attempting to heal from racial discrimination will take a concerted effort, and having professional support can make things much easier.

In order to make progress, you need an anti-racist mental health professional who can help you change your behavior and thinking patterns and give you tools to move forward. Whether you are located in downtown Kearny, the suburbs of Kearny, other nearby places such as Passaic, Newark, or anywhere else in New Jersey, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

The Effects of Racial Discrimination

Racial discrimination has a clear impact on your mental health. Here are some of the most common effects of racism on mental health:

  • You relive racist events and have trouble healing from them.
  • You avoid people or places that remind you of racist trauma you’ve experienced.
  • You don’t feel good about yourself, especially pertaining to your race.
  • You’re easily offended or frightened, given that you’ve been hurt in the past.
  • You feel depressed as a result of the trauma.
  • You frequently feel stressed, anxious, or depressed.

This is not a full list of the effects of racial discrimination. Systemic racism can also lead to a lack of necessary resources like:

  • Supportive or appropriate mental health care.
  • Job and economic opportunities.
  • Education.

To learn more about the effects of racism on mental health, read licensed therapist Michael Friedman’s article about intergenerational racial trauma.

You Can Overcome Racial Discrimination with Therapy

You can benefit from a race-focused therapist whether you've been discriminated against or you’ve committed racial acts. They will assist in examining your thought processes and your unique situation and give you the tools you need to succeed. And with Mental Health Match, finding a qualified anti-racist therapist is easy! Start by browsing race and mental health experts below or by using our free therapist matching tool.

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Our practice is composed of therapists with varying approaches to therapy. We lean toward a holistic, somatic approach to therapy. Mindfulness is an important part of our practice. We also utilize CBT, DBT, Psychodynamic and many other modalities.

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Together we'll build a relationship in which you experience compassion and recognition of your inherent worth. I’m excited for clients who are willing to be curious, explore their authenticity, and move toward the work that growth requires of them.

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I am an interpersonal therapist, meaning that I believe our relationships are fundamental in shaping our past, present, and future, as well as how we experience ourselves in the world. In working with me, you will be seen as a unique holistic person.

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We will explore the patterns of behaviors, interactions, and thoughts contributing to your emotional distress through open & freeing conversations. Together we will work on developing coping skills while discussing strategies for stress management.

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Utilizing a mixture of CBT, EMDR and Motivational Interviewing we will break down problems to get to the root of them. We will work on emotional regulation, distress tolerance, identifying irrational thoughts while identifying barriers to change.

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Together we will create a safe and collaborative space where you explore your feelings and thoughts to create the meaningful, thriving life you desire. Feel in tune with your identity and embrace your authentic self.

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My therapeutic approach is culturally responsive and integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, trauma informed therapy and solution focus therapy but not limited to other collaborative approaches to begin addressing your needs.

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