Therapy for the treatment of Black men and women is a person-centered, individualized type of psychotherapeutic care that takes into account the emotional and mental impact of being a black person of color in today’s society. Thriveworks Richmond therapists use traditional therapy techniques implemented through an anti-racist lens, addressing issues like racism, colorism, toxic masculinity/misogyny, and others. This type of therapy is meant to create a safe space for black individuals to express their emotions and alleviate their stress in an environment that caters to their unique experiences.
Therapy for Black men and women is much like standard psychotherapy in that Thriveworks Richmond therapists will use a variety of approaches depending on each client’s needs. However, it will also heavily incorporate person-centered therapy, which means that every client’s individual experiences, goals, and needs will be at the forefront of treatment.
Therapy for Black women and men will last as long as necessary to achieve the client’s therapeutic goals, whether that be a few months or years. Generally, though, true progress will often take at least five months. Thriveworks therapists in Richmond, VA will continue to provide care for as long as necessary to help clients meet their therapeutic needs.
Mental Health Care for African Americans in Richmond, VA—Culturally Sensitive Therapy
Thriveworks Richmond understands that many roadblocks hold people back from getting therapy and that African Americans often experience more of those roadblocks than others. Our office hopes to remove as many barriers as possible, and we offer therapy that is culturally sensitive to the needs of our African American clients. Reach out today to schedule an appointment.
Therapy and Trust
What does it look like for a therapist to build trust? At Thriveworks Richmond we work hard to offer individualized care that also accounts for a client’s cultural context.
Some therapists talk about a “colorblind” approach to therapy, but Thriveworks Richmond believes ignoring or downplaying race is not the best way to build trust. Instead, our therapists believe that a client’s context is important. Their race and ethnicity contribute to their identity. Instead of trying to be colorblind, we aim to be understanding and empathic. We want our clients to speak openly about anything and everything—including how race has shaped their experiences and their mental health. Our therapists work hard to understand a client’s perspective.
As trust is built and as clients feel free to share more about their lives, our therapists offer individualized care. Everyone needs a safe place where they can openly speak about their fears and struggles, traumas and triumphs, dreams and hopes, opportunities and challenges. Our therapists work hard to make counseling that safe space where clients can open up without fear or shame. Clients often set the pace for therapy and delve into issues as they are ready.
Common Topics in African American Counseling
No list could ever contain all the topics a client might address in therapy, but examples of issues that African American clients often raise include…
- Discrimination
- Grief counseling
- Obsessive-compulsive tendencies
- Executive coaching
- Racial trauma
- Depression
- Couples and marriage counseling
- Sexual identity issues
- Post-traumatic stress disorder
- Eating disorders
- Child therapy
- Divorce
- Career advancement
- Anger management
- Substance use
- Anxiety
- Suspected abuse of a child
- Job loss
- Infidelity
- Addiction
- Psychiatric testing
Scheduling a Therapy Appointment at Thriveworks Richmond
Have you considered therapy, but something is holding you back? We understand that there are many roadblocks to seeking out mental health care, but we want to remove as many as those barriers as possible. If you think that therapy is the right next step for you, know that Thriveworks Richmond is ready to help. We have appointments available; in fact, most new clients meet with their provider within the same week as scheduling. In addition, we offer evening and weekend sessions, and accept most major insurances.
If you are ready to meet with a therapist, the professionals at Thriveworks Richmond are ready to meet with you. We offer culturally sensitive therapy, and we have appointments available. Call today.
