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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 Norfolk, East Ghent, Edgewater, Hunters Square, or even South Norfolk, 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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In our work together, I will assist you in learning the emotional skills necessary to relieve difficult emotions and conditions such as panic, anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem. I will empower you to identify and challenge negative behaviors.

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We will work to explore you current strengths and struggles and identify the ways in which you want to live your most authentic life. What patterns are holding you back? What pieces of yourself feel hidden? How can we make peace with the past?


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I specialize in relationships in all their forms, but particularly those that inform who we are, in our past, present and future.

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No two client therapies look the same. I tailor attachment based, emotion-focused techniques to fit the individual and to facilitate awareness, acceptance, and transformation of shame, guilt, and other difficult emotions

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Together we will co-create a space where you can feel seen, heard, and understood. Even when we are doing our best, life brings so much to hold and manage. I hope to assist you in your journey toward greater health and wellbeing.


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Together we will co-create a space where you can feel seen, heard, and understood. Even when we are doing our best, life brings so much to hold and manage. I hope to assist you in your journey toward greater health and wellbeing.

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I strive to integrate my expertise and evidence-based practice with your existing strengths and self-knowledge to arrive at a place of healing and growth.

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