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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 Harrisonburg, the suburbs of Harrisonburg, other nearby places such as Leesburg, Manassas, or anywhere else in Virginia, 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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Therapy should involve collaboration and consent; the client has a right to both be a recipient as well as a influencer within the therapeutic relationship. My job is to act as guide while you are empowered to tackle both inner & outer barriers.

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From Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Somatic Therapy and Trauma-Sensitive mindfulness practices, to the creative arts, and attachment-based systems work, I love to make my methods as individualized/special as those who seek my services.

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I believe that every relationship is different and I work with couples to find what works for their specific relationship in a way that is affirming of each partner's needs ands expectations.

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seek to gain a deep understanding of how the events, traumas and relationships in your life have intersected with your unique psychology. You will feel seen and valued as an individual, and less alone and ashamed in your struggle.

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I am highly skilled in building trust and feelings of safety when working with all clients. I will be empathic and attuned to you as we uncover and process your underlying issues, and not just their manifestation (behaviors).

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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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Together, we will address the issues and concerns that brought you to therapy.

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I am an integrative therapist, which means I work with both the mind and the body. I use somatic tools, movement and sensory awareness to help your system integrate unprocessed traumas, obstacles or blocks.

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