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Dora Daniels
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Roseville, CA 95747
Hello & Welcome! I’m a multicultural licensed mental health provider (LMFT) with over seven years’ experience offering individual therapy online to adult clients. I specialize in helping individuals experiencing high stress and anxiety in the home and workplace with a focus on personal growth and self-care. I'm committed to helping you learn how to recover, build coping skills and to create a more fulfilling, joyful life. I work with adult individual clients experiencing anxiety, going through life transitions, having challenges with college, home and professional work stress.
Hello & Welcome! I’m a multicultural licensed mental health provider (LMFT) with over seven years’ experience offering individual therapy online to adult clients. I specialize in helping individuals experiencing high stress and anxiety in the home and workplace with a focus on personal growth and self-care. I'm committed to helping you learn how to recover, build coping skills and to create a more fulfilling, joyful life. I work with adult individual clients experiencing anxiety, going through life transitions, having challenges with college, home and professional work stress.
(916) 299-5765 View (916) 299-5765
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Cate Taylor
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Grass Valley, CA 95945
Waitlist for new clients
I honor the trials and challenges that bring us to the point of choosing to make a change. From this place, we can become empowered to be who we truly are. I am passionate about meeting people where they’re at and supporting their unique path of self-discovery as they feel guided. I welcome working with individuals in any phase of life, couples, and families from diverse, multicultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities on any issues.
I honor the trials and challenges that bring us to the point of choosing to make a change. From this place, we can become empowered to be who we truly are. I am passionate about meeting people where they’re at and supporting their unique path of self-discovery as they feel guided. I welcome working with individuals in any phase of life, couples, and families from diverse, multicultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities on any issues.
(530) 451-0607 View (530) 451-0607
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Katrina Mae La Mar
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95816
I practice from a person-centered stance, but also like to integrate other forms of psychotherapy, such as CBT, and experiential therapy, and investigate issues from psychological, physical, and multicultural points of view.
Clients I have worked with desire a safe place to grow and learn to accept themselves after experiencing a variety of life struggles. I believe people can learn to find the potential that is already within them when given helpful guidance. I have experience working with a variety of clients including adults with psychosis, developmental disabilities and who identify as neurodivergent. Growing up with a learning disability myself and a tendency to stim, I understand many of the struggles of neurodiversity and am passionate about working with them.
I practice from a person-centered stance, but also like to integrate other forms of psychotherapy, such as CBT, and experiential therapy, and investigate issues from psychological, physical, and multicultural points of view.
Clients I have worked with desire a safe place to grow and learn to accept themselves after experiencing a variety of life struggles. I believe people can learn to find the potential that is already within them when given helpful guidance. I have experience working with a variety of clients including adults with psychosis, developmental disabilities and who identify as neurodivergent. Growing up with a learning disability myself and a tendency to stim, I understand many of the struggles of neurodiversity and am passionate about working with them.
(916) 237-9687 View (916) 237-9687
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Hengameh Roohi
Psychologist, LCP
Verified Verified
Citrus Heights, CA 95610
I have been a licensed Psychologist since 2011 with a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and Post-Doctoral training in Neuropsychology. My specialties include working with clients experiencing anxiety, stress, depression, couples issues, women's issues, and multicultural issues. I am trained in both Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and psychodynamic therapy. This means that I think about your challenges from multiple perspectives. I try to help you not just fix the pressing issue of the day but also make deeper, more lasting changes.
I have been a licensed Psychologist since 2011 with a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and Post-Doctoral training in Neuropsychology. My specialties include working with clients experiencing anxiety, stress, depression, couples issues, women's issues, and multicultural issues. I am trained in both Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and psychodynamic therapy. This means that I think about your challenges from multiple perspectives. I try to help you not just fix the pressing issue of the day but also make deeper, more lasting changes.
(323) 629-8356 View (323) 629-8356
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Dr. Chyneitha Cook | California Teletherapy
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Elk Grove, CA 95624  (Online Only)
As a multicultural therapist, I enjoy working with clients from diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
Are you worried, frustrated, or just plain disappointed with certain situations in your life? Perhaps your issues are current, or maybe they have been resurfacing, with no resolution. Seeking help is a big step, but it's a step in the right direction. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety and depression. My clients learn to consider all aspects of their functioning as human beings (biological, psychological, spiritual, etc.). I will assist you with developing a plan for working through the past or current situations that are hindering your progress in life, so that you can begin to function more effectively, and thrive.
As a multicultural therapist, I enjoy working with clients from diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
Are you worried, frustrated, or just plain disappointed with certain situations in your life? Perhaps your issues are current, or maybe they have been resurfacing, with no resolution. Seeking help is a big step, but it's a step in the right direction. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety and depression. My clients learn to consider all aspects of their functioning as human beings (biological, psychological, spiritual, etc.). I will assist you with developing a plan for working through the past or current situations that are hindering your progress in life, so that you can begin to function more effectively, and thrive.
(951) 221-4655 View (951) 221-4655
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Elizabeth Maria Domingos-Shepard
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95821
I work with clients from various backgrounds, including those who are multicultural, immigrants, and those who have experienced social injustices.
Hello, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 20+ years of experience in the field of mental health. I work with clients experiencing various issues, such as anxiety, relationship concerns, and self-esteem issues. However, I specialize in trauma and attachment, including trauma related to experiences of social injustices and generational trauma.
I work with clients from various backgrounds, including those who are multicultural, immigrants, and those who have experienced social injustices.
Hello, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 20+ years of experience in the field of mental health. I work with clients experiencing various issues, such as anxiety, relationship concerns, and self-esteem issues. However, I specialize in trauma and attachment, including trauma related to experiences of social injustices and generational trauma.
(916) 301-4294 View (916) 301-4294
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Nastacia Parham
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Orangevale, CA 95662  (Online Only)
My name is Nastacia Parham, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in the greater Sacramento County area in CA, and I work with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults (18+) and specialize in individual therapy treating diverse populations experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, and trauma using an integrated approach of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Multicultural Therapy to help find their inner strength to overcome adversity and find ways to cope and build long-term resiliency.
My name is Nastacia Parham, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in the greater Sacramento County area in CA, and I work with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults (18+) and specialize in individual therapy treating diverse populations experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, and trauma using an integrated approach of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Multicultural Therapy to help find their inner strength to overcome adversity and find ways to cope and build long-term resiliency.
(925) 732-5754 View (925) 732-5754
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Kacey Truong
Pre-Licensed Professional, ASW
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95816
As a first-generation Asian-American, I recognize and understand and can help address intergenerational trauma and multicultural issues along with family issues.
Do you struggle with anxiety and depression due to your childhood trauma? Are you having problems with your partner or family members due to life transition issues? Are you experiencing increased stress, fears, and doubts around the future? I believe that we all have the capacity to heal our emotional wounds and create meaningful changes. My goal as a therapist is to offer you a safe place in which you can process insights, concerns, and emotions associated with trauma.
As a first-generation Asian-American, I recognize and understand and can help address intergenerational trauma and multicultural issues along with family issues.
Do you struggle with anxiety and depression due to your childhood trauma? Are you having problems with your partner or family members due to life transition issues? Are you experiencing increased stress, fears, and doubts around the future? I believe that we all have the capacity to heal our emotional wounds and create meaningful changes. My goal as a therapist is to offer you a safe place in which you can process insights, concerns, and emotions associated with trauma.
(415) 236-4893 View (415) 236-4893
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Hong Jeong
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95816
I also specialized in treating anxiety due to multicultural issues (loss of identity, career issues, & dysfunctional family dynamics).
We all go through emotional storms where we feel emotionally and physically stuck; we worry too much and lose control of ourselves. Do you find yourself thrown off balance by your childhood trauma? Childhood traumatic experiences such as abandonment, abuse, and neglect lead to social anxiety. My approach is solution-focused and tailored to your needs and goals. I am committed to providing a profound sense of safety and offering compassionate and actionable guidance to all my clients.
I also specialized in treating anxiety due to multicultural issues (loss of identity, career issues, & dysfunctional family dynamics).
We all go through emotional storms where we feel emotionally and physically stuck; we worry too much and lose control of ourselves. Do you find yourself thrown off balance by your childhood trauma? Childhood traumatic experiences such as abandonment, abuse, and neglect lead to social anxiety. My approach is solution-focused and tailored to your needs and goals. I am committed to providing a profound sense of safety and offering compassionate and actionable guidance to all my clients.
(213) 275-2192 View (213) 275-2192
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Agnes Cartry-Jacobsen
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, CCHT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Grass Valley, CA 95945
I am always curious to expand my multicultural experience further, staying attentive to the complexities of diversity.
If you or your child is suffering from depression, anxiety, relational problems, eating disorders, ADHD, the effect of trauma, grief, loss, as well as a mood or personality disorder, I can help you develop skills in your present life aimed at restoring healthy and meaningful strategies in your daily experience.
I am always curious to expand my multicultural experience further, staying attentive to the complexities of diversity.
If you or your child is suffering from depression, anxiety, relational problems, eating disorders, ADHD, the effect of trauma, grief, loss, as well as a mood or personality disorder, I can help you develop skills in your present life aimed at restoring healthy and meaningful strategies in your daily experience.
(530) 675-8464 View (530) 675-8464
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Sheetal Shah
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95816
I work with a wide range of concerns and have particular interest in working with depression, stress, major life transitions, relationship struggles, multicultural concerns, self-esteem issues, identity development, grief/loss, trauma, and intergenerational trauma.
My hope is that you leave therapy with a new sense of vitality, feeling empowered with a sense of congruency. I want you have an increased awareness and understanding about yourself and feel more interpersonally connected. I will strive to know who you are and how you see the world while we collaborate and work toward healing. We will focus on your emotional experience, honor your multiple identities, be in the moment, learn new skills, and help you "sit in the struggle." Therapy is a brave endeavor, and I will do my best to support this journey.
I work with a wide range of concerns and have particular interest in working with depression, stress, major life transitions, relationship struggles, multicultural concerns, self-esteem issues, identity development, grief/loss, trauma, and intergenerational trauma.
My hope is that you leave therapy with a new sense of vitality, feeling empowered with a sense of congruency. I want you have an increased awareness and understanding about yourself and feel more interpersonally connected. I will strive to know who you are and how you see the world while we collaborate and work toward healing. We will focus on your emotional experience, honor your multiple identities, be in the moment, learn new skills, and help you "sit in the struggle." Therapy is a brave endeavor, and I will do my best to support this journey.
(916) 526-3253 View (916) 526-3253
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Elizabeth 'mac' MacLeod
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD(c), LMFTA, EXA
Verified Verified
Penn Valley, CA 95946  (Online Only)
Expressive Arts trauma-informed multicultural narrative approaches, applied with self-reflective multi-dimensional art modalities that grow clients' understanding of who they are, what their values are, and why they think, feel, and act the way they do. Mac also works with enhancing vital energy that calls on the wisdom of our ancestors and modern understandings of basic trauma-neurology, psychology, and somatic (body) awareness, along with peaceful practices to restore equilibrium that confirms the journey IS the destination. She also uses Attachment Theory to decode patterns of intergenerational trauma and identified gift
Expressive Arts trauma-informed multicultural narrative approaches, applied with self-reflective multi-dimensional art modalities that grow clients' understanding of who they are, what their values are, and why they think, feel, and act the way they do. Mac also works with enhancing vital energy that calls on the wisdom of our ancestors and modern understandings of basic trauma-neurology, psychology, and somatic (body) awareness, along with peaceful practices to restore equilibrium that confirms the journey IS the destination. She also uses Attachment Theory to decode patterns of intergenerational trauma and identified gift
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Ashley Singh
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95819  (Online Only)
The heart of my work centers around adults of the South Asian Diaspora (individuals from Afghanistan, Pakistan, India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Myanmar, and Bangladesh). My work includes the voices of those who have navigated a multicultural experience, which commonly includes those who are Fijian, Guyanese, Trinidadian, etc. in addition to their South Asian identity. My familiarity is common amongst the Muslim, Sikh, Hindu, Buddhist, Christian, Catholic, and Agnostic exposure. All of your identities are welcome and celebrated here. It is here where I to continue to guide other South Asians on journeys home to themselves.
The heart of my work centers around adults of the South Asian Diaspora (individuals from Afghanistan, Pakistan, India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Myanmar, and Bangladesh). My work includes the voices of those who have navigated a multicultural experience, which commonly includes those who are Fijian, Guyanese, Trinidadian, etc. in addition to their South Asian identity. My familiarity is common amongst the Muslim, Sikh, Hindu, Buddhist, Christian, Catholic, and Agnostic exposure. All of your identities are welcome and celebrated here. It is here where I to continue to guide other South Asians on journeys home to themselves.
(415) 926-2202 x1 View (415) 926-2202 x1
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T Joshua Tan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95816
As a multilingual therapist who experienced and lived in various parts of the world, I have the expertise in navigating multicultural issues.
Is anxiety, depression, or trauma holding you back from being your true self? Do you feel stuck in managing difficult life transitions? Now, every little thing becomes super overwhelming. Those negative experiences reopen old wounds and cause new ones. You tried burying your pain hoping it would go away. You feel lonely and tormented. You feel exhausted, stressed, and angry all the time. You wonder how much more you can take. You are unsure of who or where to turn for help. In the midst of this painful journey, you do not have to go through it alone.
As a multilingual therapist who experienced and lived in various parts of the world, I have the expertise in navigating multicultural issues.
Is anxiety, depression, or trauma holding you back from being your true self? Do you feel stuck in managing difficult life transitions? Now, every little thing becomes super overwhelming. Those negative experiences reopen old wounds and cause new ones. You tried burying your pain hoping it would go away. You feel lonely and tormented. You feel exhausted, stressed, and angry all the time. You wonder how much more you can take. You are unsure of who or where to turn for help. In the midst of this painful journey, you do not have to go through it alone.
(510) 256-7573 View (510) 256-7573
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Dr. Omyda Hernandez
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Napa, CA 94558  (Online Only)
I use a combination of psychodynamic, multicultural, DBT, and Solution Focused modalities to help clients improve their ability to achieve personal and professional goals.
I specialize in working with bright, motivated clients who are professionally driven. I bring a social and racial justice lens to therapy, exploring the impact of immigration, ethnic & racial identity, and cultural issues that impact client's personal and professional lives. Life transitions, relationship challenges, experiences of loss, issues around acculturation, & family difficulties can lead to a sense of isolation and unrest. Whether these experiences happen in childhood or adulthood, their impact can be difficult to shake. They leave an influence on how we view ourselves, others, and our approach to new situations.
I use a combination of psychodynamic, multicultural, DBT, and Solution Focused modalities to help clients improve their ability to achieve personal and professional goals.
I specialize in working with bright, motivated clients who are professionally driven. I bring a social and racial justice lens to therapy, exploring the impact of immigration, ethnic & racial identity, and cultural issues that impact client's personal and professional lives. Life transitions, relationship challenges, experiences of loss, issues around acculturation, & family difficulties can lead to a sense of isolation and unrest. Whether these experiences happen in childhood or adulthood, their impact can be difficult to shake. They leave an influence on how we view ourselves, others, and our approach to new situations.
(707) 414-8252 View (707) 414-8252
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Shana Aoyama
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Roseville, CA 95678  (Online Only)
Do you describe yourself as one or more of the following?: Identity Explorer, Mixed Race, Multicultural, High-Achiever, Perfectionist, The Strong Friend, The Eldest, Disrupter, Maverick, Outsider, Rebel, Millennial, Reader, Writer, Bibliophile, Wordsmith.
How do you tell your story?
Do you describe yourself as one or more of the following?: Identity Explorer, Mixed Race, Multicultural, High-Achiever, Perfectionist, The Strong Friend, The Eldest, Disrupter, Maverick, Outsider, Rebel, Millennial, Reader, Writer, Bibliophile, Wordsmith.
How do you tell your story?
(831) 208-3385 View (831) 208-3385
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Maryann Cords
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nevada City, CA 95959
I specialize in at risk youth, Multicultural relationships, woman issues, I work with people who have addiction issues as well as trauma issues.
I am honored to go on this journey with you. Are you stressed, sick and tired of being sick and tired? Is anxiety weighing you down, does stress have you eating too much, or not eating enough? Are you not sure what your purpose in life is? Are you struggling with addiction, childhood trauma's that keep you from being who you are meant to be? Maybe , you have a child who is a beautiful challenge that you don't understand, does your child not understand themselves are they feeling lost ? If any of these ring true we might be a good fit together.
I specialize in at risk youth, Multicultural relationships, woman issues, I work with people who have addiction issues as well as trauma issues.
I am honored to go on this journey with you. Are you stressed, sick and tired of being sick and tired? Is anxiety weighing you down, does stress have you eating too much, or not eating enough? Are you not sure what your purpose in life is? Are you struggling with addiction, childhood trauma's that keep you from being who you are meant to be? Maybe , you have a child who is a beautiful challenge that you don't understand, does your child not understand themselves are they feeling lost ? If any of these ring true we might be a good fit together.
(916) 666-6959 View (916) 666-6959
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Aishwarya Subramanian
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Antioch, CA 94509  (Online Only)
As human beings, we may desire freedom, fulfillment, or meaning in our lives. But sometimes, the mind can trap us in its false narratives. I work with multicultural expats, global nomads, & children of immigrants struggling to find their place and sense of belonging in the world, artists/creatives of color grappling with creators’ block and self-doubt, and South Asian teens & adults in the diaspora interested in exploring how perfectionism, unrealistic societal/familial expectations, and cultural heritage (including religion, spirituality, sexuality, caste, class, race) impact their emotional well-being and who they are as people.
As human beings, we may desire freedom, fulfillment, or meaning in our lives. But sometimes, the mind can trap us in its false narratives. I work with multicultural expats, global nomads, & children of immigrants struggling to find their place and sense of belonging in the world, artists/creatives of color grappling with creators’ block and self-doubt, and South Asian teens & adults in the diaspora interested in exploring how perfectionism, unrealistic societal/familial expectations, and cultural heritage (including religion, spirituality, sexuality, caste, class, race) impact their emotional well-being and who they are as people.
(510) 272-7125 View (510) 272-7125
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Queen Adu-Poku At Royal Emotional Care Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Antioch, CA 94509
We provide help for stress, depression, anxiety, relational problems, PTSD, (trauma), crisis intervention, multicultural couples work, and treatment for issues related to high risk pregnancies.
Are you in need of support, empathy, understanding, patience, and the need to make changes? Life is so uncertain with so many struggles, difficulties and pain. Life is also full of opportunity, beauty, joy and love. Sometimes help is needed to develop coping skills to deal with life's challenges and to embrace your place of peace. Every individual is unique and has the power of choice. Finding the balance between the duality of life is worth the time and effort to enjoy an inner peace. If you are looking for help to find your balance in life and making positive choices, please contact us at Royal Emotional Care
We provide help for stress, depression, anxiety, relational problems, PTSD, (trauma), crisis intervention, multicultural couples work, and treatment for issues related to high risk pregnancies.
Are you in need of support, empathy, understanding, patience, and the need to make changes? Life is so uncertain with so many struggles, difficulties and pain. Life is also full of opportunity, beauty, joy and love. Sometimes help is needed to develop coping skills to deal with life's challenges and to embrace your place of peace. Every individual is unique and has the power of choice. Finding the balance between the duality of life is worth the time and effort to enjoy an inner peace. If you are looking for help to find your balance in life and making positive choices, please contact us at Royal Emotional Care
(925) 391-2435 View (925) 391-2435
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Edgar A Ledezma Gallo
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, BA, MA, APCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95821
My education, training and experience have prepared me to work with adolescents, adults, couples, families, a wide range of multicultural backgrounds, the LGBTQIA+ community, and a multitude of mental disorders/challenges.
Throughout our life experiences we sometimes become clouded by the obstacles that life throws at us, which may cause for our inner voice, your true self, to get pushed down in the process. This ultimately can lead to making decisions that we’re not happy with. My goal is to assist you with guiding out that inner voice into the open and utilizing it to work together to tackle present challenges, while providing an accepting and safe environment for you to be yourself. I believe you have an array of strengths, abilities and skills that can be utilized to assist with the challenges at hand.
My education, training and experience have prepared me to work with adolescents, adults, couples, families, a wide range of multicultural backgrounds, the LGBTQIA+ community, and a multitude of mental disorders/challenges.
Throughout our life experiences we sometimes become clouded by the obstacles that life throws at us, which may cause for our inner voice, your true self, to get pushed down in the process. This ultimately can lead to making decisions that we’re not happy with. My goal is to assist you with guiding out that inner voice into the open and utilizing it to work together to tackle present challenges, while providing an accepting and safe environment for you to be yourself. I believe you have an array of strengths, abilities and skills that can be utilized to assist with the challenges at hand.
(916) 282-7775 View (916) 282-7775
Multicultural Therapists

What type of therapy is multicultural therapy?

Multicultural therapy is not tied to any specific therapy; rather, it is an overarching approach to therapy that aims to acknowledge and address the influence that factors like race, gender identity, and cultural background can have on someone’s life. Multicultural approaches can be applied to CBT, psychodynamic therapy, and others, and can be practiced with individuals, couples, families, or groups.

What can I expect from multicultural therapy?

Multicultural counseling should be tailored to the client’s unique identity and cultural needs. Such approaches often prioritize the building of trust so that the client feels comfortable exploring various aspects of their identity and any challenges caused by mismatches between their identity and the dominant culture. Beyond that, the format and timeline of therapy will be heavily influenced by the therapist’s preferred therapy approach and the specific problems for which the client sought therapy.

Can multicultural therapy help treat trauma?

Yes. Cultural factors such as racial background, gender identity and or sexuality, and immigration or refugee status can influence both whether someone experiences trauma and how they cope afterward. Multicultural approaches to trauma-informed care will be aware of these influences, helping the client recognize how their response to trauma may be shaped by their cultural background and identify coping mechanisms that take their identity into account.

What are the benefits of seeing a multicultural therapist?

Members of minority groups who seek therapy are sometimes frustrated by providers who don’t understand their cultural background or dismiss the ways in which race, gender, or other facets of their identity influence their lived experience. Seeing a multicultural therapist can help these clients feel seen, understood, and able to develop solutions to life challenges that take their upbringing, beliefs, and past experiences into account.