Find Racial Justice Therapists & Counselors in Highland Park of Pittsburgh, PA.

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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 Pittsburgh, Bloomfield, Downtown, Greenfield, or even Highland Park, 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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Kristen Walker
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We will partner with you to design a treatment plan that works for you. There is no cookie-cutter or one-size-fits all method to therapy.


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We will partner with you to design a treatment plan that works for you. There is no cookie-cutter or one-size-fits all method to therapy.

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We work with individual clients to create a warm, welcoming, and affirming space, that promotes growth, discovery, and recovery from the range of mental health related disorders.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Autism Spectrum
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Borderline Personality
  • Depression
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Grief
  • LGBTQ+
  • Panic Disorders
  • Personality Disorders
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Self-Harm
  • Smoking Cessation
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Trauma
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Jess Schiermeister
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Collaboratively work in your journey to healing, whatever that may look like. I have worked with adolescents, young adults, and adults. I especially connect with the LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent communities.


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Collaboratively work in your journey to healing, whatever that may look like. I have worked with adolescents, young adults, and adults. I especially connect with the LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent communities.

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Everyone is different and each approach is tailored to the client. My main approaches include dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and grief counseling.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Abortion
  • Adult ADHD
  • Anticipatory Grief
  • Autism Spectrum
  • Borderline Personality
  • Cancer
  • Caregivers
  • Depression
  • End of Life
  • Grief
  • Hospice
  • Illness and Disease
  • Neurodivergence
  • Polyamory
  • Self-Harm
  • Sexuality
  • Sex Workers
  • Suicidal Ideation
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Sydney SeNay
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explore identities that are impactful to you, inspect relationships and how they shape you, and discuss your challenges and how we can work through them.


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explore identities that are impactful to you, inspect relationships and how they shape you, and discuss your challenges and how we can work through them.

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I employ a whole person approach - you are more than your struggles. You also know yourself best, and I will trust your judgement as we walk together through our therapeutic journey.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Complex Trauma
  • Depression
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
  • LGBTQ+
  • Mismatched Sex Drives
  • Open Relationships
  • Relationship Conflict
  • Sex Therapy
  • Sexual Orientation
  • Sex Workers
  • Suicidal Ideation
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Heather Hunnicutt
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Put simply: We will work together to understand why you do the things you don't want to do and change them so you feel calm, content, and, probably for the first time in your life, the age you really are--not older or younger.


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Put simply: We will work together to understand why you do the things you don't want to do and change them so you feel calm, content, and, probably for the first time in your life, the age you really are--not older or younger.

Something to know about my approach is:

I will absolutely meet you where you're at. Small steps, over time, equal big progress. If you want to work hard over a short time, slowly over a long time, or somewhere in between, I will be there to help you meet your goals. I have a big toolbox!

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)
  • Faith/Religious Deconstruction
  • Neurodivergence
  • Religious Trauma
  • Therapist for Other Therapists
  • Trauma
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Felicity Fong
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Embark on a journey of healing and self-discovery. We will not only acknowledge your pain but craft a narrative that honors your resilience and strength.


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Embark on a journey of healing and self-discovery. We will not only acknowledge your pain but craft a narrative that honors your resilience and strength.

Something to know about my approach is:

You may feel supported and guided as I help you navigate through the layers of your past experiences. My goal is to help you rewrite the narrative while encouraging you to explore your trauma and grief with courage and resilience.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Adult Children of Immigrants
  • Adult Children of Narcissistic Parents
  • Betrayal Trauma
  • Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)
  • Complicated Grief
  • Couples
  • Cultural Identity
  • Grief
  • Immigrants
  • Intergenerational Trauma
  • Narcissistic Abuse
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Prolonged Grief Disorder
  • Racial Trauma
  • Religious Trauma
  • Third Culture Kids
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