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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 La Mesa, the suburbs of La Mesa, other nearby places such as Chula Vista, National City, or anywhere else in California, 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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Cynthia Valentine
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Stress, anxiety, loss... We can't put our head in the sand any longer. The life skills you needed to "handle" your emotions are not enough anymore. Let's fill in the gaps and get you the emotional healing and growth you need.


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Stress, anxiety, loss... We can't put our head in the sand any longer. The life skills you needed to "handle" your emotions are not enough anymore. Let's fill in the gaps and get you the emotional healing and growth you need.

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IFS-Informed therapy looks at the deeper causes. Together we'll help you reconnect with your true self. Emotional security and safety in session will help us get to know ALL of you with kindness and compassion.

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Elaine Skoulas
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Together, we’ll uncover what’s holding you back and find effective ways to manage stress. I’m here to help you break free, build new responses to life’s challenges, and feel more grounded and confident in yourself.


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Together, we’ll uncover what’s holding you back and find effective ways to manage stress. I’m here to help you break free, build new responses to life’s challenges, and feel more grounded and confident in yourself.

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I’m committed to providing a safe, nurturing space where you feel genuinely seen and heard. In therapy, we’ll work together to truly understand your needs and explore what supports you best, inviting deep emotional processing and lasting healing.

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Lexi Berard
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Help you feel more connected to your partner again. We'll uncover the root cause of your disconnection, reclaim sexual intimacy, resolve disagreements and inoculate your relationship against future issues.


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Help you feel more connected to your partner again. We'll uncover the root cause of your disconnection, reclaim sexual intimacy, resolve disagreements and inoculate your relationship against future issues.

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I help my clients uncover the root of the issue - this means we focus less on behaviors, and more on what's causing them. I'll let you guide our exploration while identifying key areas for us to go deeper as you're ready to investigate them.

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Hannah Hernandez
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There will likely be laughter and tears, difficult conversations, "Aha" moments, and a challenge to be honest with yourself. We will connect to create a calm/safe space. You will re-learn confidence, re-train unhealthy attachments and learn coping.


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There will likely be laughter and tears, difficult conversations, "Aha" moments, and a challenge to be honest with yourself. We will connect to create a calm/safe space. You will re-learn confidence, re-train unhealthy attachments and learn coping.

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I treat trauma through the lens of mind/body connection. I primarily use EMDR, which bridges the trauma stored in your body/mind/spirit to allow healing, CBT, which helps you identify and replace unhealthy thoughts, and DBT to teach coping skills

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Dr. Lisa Watson
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Work towards discovering your authentic self, make meaning of current and past life experiences, develop healthy boundaries and coping skills, work towards self-empowerment, and heal past trauma.


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Work towards discovering your authentic self, make meaning of current and past life experiences, develop healthy boundaries and coping skills, work towards self-empowerment, and heal past trauma.

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My approach is nonjudgmental, compassionate, supportive, trauma informed, eclectic & client centered. I work within a holistic, whole person framework, addressing mind, body, emotional, and spiritual interconnectedness.

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