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Discrimination and mental health are intimately connected, and if you've been a victim of discrimination, you may agree. Those who have dealt with discrimination may find it difficult to cope in some cases, and this is where a therapist who specializes in discrimination can help.

They’ll draw upon their training and experience to help you identify your pain points and teach you skills you can use to cope with the situation and move forward. Whether you are located in downtown Schenectady, the suburbs of Schenectady, other nearby places such as Albany, Troy, or anywhere else in New York, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

Types of Discrimination

Racial discrimination, which refers to being treated unfairly because of your race, is one of the most widespread and well-known types of discrimination. But you may not be aware that there are several other types of discrimination, including:

  • Discrimination for mental health concerns
  • Sexual orientation discrimination
  • Religious discrimination
  • Disability discrimination
  • Parental status discrimination
  • Pregnancy discrimination

This is not an exhaustive list of discrimination types.

If you’re suffering from any type of discrimination and finding it difficult to move forward, therapy is a great option to consider. If you’ve been experiencing discrimination, read licensed therapist Vaughn O’Neals article about how to cope with anxiety and depression caused by discrimination.

Move Past Discrimination with Therapy!

No matter what type of discrimination you’ve experienced, a licensed therapist can help you sort through your feelings and guide you toward the path of healing. And with Mental Health Match, finding a qualified therapist is easy! Start by browsing experts in discrimination below or by using our free therapist matching tool.

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Work to help you get to better places in your mindset and navigate the difficult world we live in.

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My approach to therapy is it should be a collaborative relationship where my client and I work to developing coping mechanism, problem solving skills and identifying triggers so that they can continue to function in the spaces and roles they hold.

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  • Adult ADHD
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Grief
  • Identity
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Relationships
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work towards unpacking those key life nuggets, to gain a deeper understanding and awareness of yourself and your world (ie. family values, cultural identities, sexual identities, systemic injustice, work-life imbalance).


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work towards unpacking those key life nuggets, to gain a deeper understanding and awareness of yourself and your world (ie. family values, cultural identities, sexual identities, systemic injustice, work-life imbalance).

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that I provide a safe space where you as an individual can come and be however you are. This allows us to understand where you are today, as well as where and how to move ahead meaningfully.

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  • Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)
  • Couples
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  • Life Transitions
  • Perfectionism
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
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  • Sexual Orientation
  • Trauma
  • Work Stress
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Whatever your struggle is, it's worth talking about. My goal is to come up with treatment that feels right to you, ultimately hoping that together we can alleviate some of the pain, anxiety, or stress that you are experiencing.


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Whatever your struggle is, it's worth talking about. My goal is to come up with treatment that feels right to you, ultimately hoping that together we can alleviate some of the pain, anxiety, or stress that you are experiencing.

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I am a thoughtful, patient therapist, who strives to meet my clients where they are. I understand that every client is unique in their therapeutic needs, so I utilize a variety of techniques that will benefit each individual client.

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  • Academic Issues
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  • Age 20s & 30s
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In my practice, I help clients disrupt this intergenerational racial trauma that continues impacting the younger generation.


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In my practice, I help clients disrupt this intergenerational racial trauma that continues impacting the younger generation.

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My therapy practice focuses on rewriting those narratives into stories of strength and empowerment that place clients at the center.

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  • Anger Management
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  • Immigrants
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Alejandra Feliz
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I often work on uncovering influences and patterns that have been preventing you from living your best life. Whether that's negative thought patterns, challenges with communication or difficulty coping with stress, we'll work towards a happier you.


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I often work on uncovering influences and patterns that have been preventing you from living your best life. Whether that's negative thought patterns, challenges with communication or difficulty coping with stress, we'll work towards a happier you.

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I would describe my approach as gentle, integrative, and collaborative. By integrating various therapeutic modalities, I can tailor the work to fit you and your needs. I work on fostering a relationship that is built on trust, respect and empathy.

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  • Anxiety in Relationships
  • Children of Immigrants
  • Depression
  • Life Transitions
  • Perinatal Mood/Anxiety Disorders
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