Culturally Sensitive Therapists in Sanford, NC
Cindy W Hickman
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Sanford, NC 27330
Are you feeling stressed, overwhelmed with life, exhausted, anxious, or depressed? Have you experienced a stressful or traumatic life event? Perhaps you struggle with a chronic illness. Maybe you struggle with a difficult child or teen. Or maybe your partner has been unfaithful. Are you tired of feeling isolated and hopeless? You want- no, you need- things to change, but you don’t where to begin. Asking for help can be one of the most difficulty things to do, but I would be honored to help you discover your inner strength and begin your journey to healing and being who you are meant to be.
Are you feeling stressed, overwhelmed with life, exhausted, anxious, or depressed? Have you experienced a stressful or traumatic life event? Perhaps you struggle with a chronic illness. Maybe you struggle with a difficult child or teen. Or maybe your partner has been unfaithful. Are you tired of feeling isolated and hopeless? You want- no, you need- things to change, but you don’t where to begin. Asking for help can be one of the most difficulty things to do, but I would be honored to help you discover your inner strength and begin your journey to healing and being who you are meant to be.
Pamela Adkins
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, LCMHCA, CCC, MA, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
Sanford, NC 27330
As a Black wife, mother, and mental health counselor, I aim to help my clients design balanced lives focusing on holistic wellness. I specialize in couple and family counseling, career and life preparation, and individual therapy. My work involves addressing and managing personal, emotional, professional, and relationship issues to help my clients achieve their goals. I show up to each session as my authentic self, understanding the power of diversity, inclusion, and representation. My intersecting identity is a powerful resource for those who share my similar identities and those who do not but desire authenticity.
As a Black wife, mother, and mental health counselor, I aim to help my clients design balanced lives focusing on holistic wellness. I specialize in couple and family counseling, career and life preparation, and individual therapy. My work involves addressing and managing personal, emotional, professional, and relationship issues to help my clients achieve their goals. I show up to each session as my authentic self, understanding the power of diversity, inclusion, and representation. My intersecting identity is a powerful resource for those who share my similar identities and those who do not but desire authenticity.
Laura Wooten
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sanford, NC 27330 (Online Only)
Welcome! Therapy is a collaborative process where together we identify areas for personal growth and develop skills that can support you in finding balance and reaching your goals. Are you experiencing anxiety or depression and finding it hard to get through each day? Having difficulty sleeping or navigating emotional ups and downs? Are you going through a life transition, such as college or grad school, divorce, a new partnership or parenthood? Are you dealing with the impact of past trauma? Rediscover your inner strength, with practical tools, support, and encouragement every step of the way.
Welcome! Therapy is a collaborative process where together we identify areas for personal growth and develop skills that can support you in finding balance and reaching your goals. Are you experiencing anxiety or depression and finding it hard to get through each day? Having difficulty sleeping or navigating emotional ups and downs? Are you going through a life transition, such as college or grad school, divorce, a new partnership or parenthood? Are you dealing with the impact of past trauma? Rediscover your inner strength, with practical tools, support, and encouragement every step of the way.
Diana Marroquin
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Sanford, NC 27332
I’m Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in the Triangle with over a decade of providing individual and group mental health services in Spanish and English. I work with individuals experiencing trauma related symptoms, stress, anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship difficulties, generational trauma, and immigration difficulties.
I’m Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in the Triangle with over a decade of providing individual and group mental health services in Spanish and English. I work with individuals experiencing trauma related symptoms, stress, anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship difficulties, generational trauma, and immigration difficulties.
Mariquena Davenport
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sanford, NC 27330
Waitlist for new clients
Finding yourself through a hardship? Maybe lost, confused, or not exactly where you want to be? Tried different ways to get to where you want to be, and still find yourself wandering? Perhaps not many understand what you have lived through or what you are current living through. I want to take a chance to better understand you and go through this journey of discovery with you. Our relationship and collaboration is the first step to help yourself get where you dream of being. Allow me to walk along your side, to help identify your inner strengths to battle any challenge that you may be facing.
Finding yourself through a hardship? Maybe lost, confused, or not exactly where you want to be? Tried different ways to get to where you want to be, and still find yourself wandering? Perhaps not many understand what you have lived through or what you are current living through. I want to take a chance to better understand you and go through this journey of discovery with you. Our relationship and collaboration is the first step to help yourself get where you dream of being. Allow me to walk along your side, to help identify your inner strengths to battle any challenge that you may be facing.
Are you experiencing anxiety or depression when it comes to school, work, or home life? Are you a parent having difficulty navigating through parenthood? Do you have a child or teen that are struggling emotionally? Are you having a hard time getting over a breakup? My name is Michaela Adkins, LCSWA and I am here to help you through these challenges.I am currently a licensed mental health therapist in the state of North Carolina. I have a passion for helping people heal holistically, meaning body, mind, and soul.
Are you experiencing anxiety or depression when it comes to school, work, or home life? Are you a parent having difficulty navigating through parenthood? Do you have a child or teen that are struggling emotionally? Are you having a hard time getting over a breakup? My name is Michaela Adkins, LCSWA and I am here to help you through these challenges.I am currently a licensed mental health therapist in the state of North Carolina. I have a passion for helping people heal holistically, meaning body, mind, and soul.
At Counseling Connections, we are committed to fostering a therapeutic environment grounded in trust, safety, and genuine care. Our core values center on building meaningful relationships that empower clients to achieve autonomy and self-agency. We believe in the transformative power of authentic connection and are devoted to enhancing the well-being of individuals, couples, and families throughout North Carolina. Our team of clinicians is distinguished not only by their rigorous educational backgrounds but also by their specialized training and certifications.
At Counseling Connections, we are committed to fostering a therapeutic environment grounded in trust, safety, and genuine care. Our core values center on building meaningful relationships that empower clients to achieve autonomy and self-agency. We believe in the transformative power of authentic connection and are devoted to enhancing the well-being of individuals, couples, and families throughout North Carolina. Our team of clinicians is distinguished not only by their rigorous educational backgrounds but also by their specialized training and certifications.
I understand how difficult relationships can be at times and how individuals may endure problems that affect their every day lives. I am here to help. I have a passion for working with individuals, families, and couples. My goal is to provide you the clients ,with tools that can help with overcoming issues such as conflict, anxiety, depression, marital problems and child behavior. My interests are in working with diverse populations, military families, couples, and individuals . I truly enjoy all people; listening, understanding, and providing help through a behavioral , solution, and systemic viewpoint.
I understand how difficult relationships can be at times and how individuals may endure problems that affect their every day lives. I am here to help. I have a passion for working with individuals, families, and couples. My goal is to provide you the clients ,with tools that can help with overcoming issues such as conflict, anxiety, depression, marital problems and child behavior. My interests are in working with diverse populations, military families, couples, and individuals . I truly enjoy all people; listening, understanding, and providing help through a behavioral , solution, and systemic viewpoint.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, and challenging life transitions. Is this experience impacting the meaningful connections you want make with family and friends in your community. Do you feel frustrated, lost, and emotionally exhausted from your efforts to keep up appearances. Do feel that your life should be more fulfilling? People feel overwhelmed and uncertain about careers, family dynamics ,college experiences, and school issues at times. Finding your place in life can be difficult, let me help you build useful copings skills to create the life you want for yourself.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, and challenging life transitions. Is this experience impacting the meaningful connections you want make with family and friends in your community. Do you feel frustrated, lost, and emotionally exhausted from your efforts to keep up appearances. Do feel that your life should be more fulfilling? People feel overwhelmed and uncertain about careers, family dynamics ,college experiences, and school issues at times. Finding your place in life can be difficult, let me help you build useful copings skills to create the life you want for yourself.
Kim Elaine Knoeller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sanford, NC 27332 (Online Only)
A connection with my clients is the first thing that others will say is strong about my work. Building a trusting relationship in which there is safety, genuine care, interest, and validation is at the core of good therapy and is my strength. My interventions are soft and leave each of my clients feelings they have authority in their own lives, they can love and respect and care about themselves, showing themselves compassion at every turn. Your goals are my goals always.
A connection with my clients is the first thing that others will say is strong about my work. Building a trusting relationship in which there is safety, genuine care, interest, and validation is at the core of good therapy and is my strength. My interventions are soft and leave each of my clients feelings they have authority in their own lives, they can love and respect and care about themselves, showing themselves compassion at every turn. Your goals are my goals always.
I aspire to equip teenagers and young adults with the tools they need to heal, grow, and thrive with clinical, evidence-based therapy through the lens of the gospel.
I aspire to equip teenagers and young adults with the tools they need to heal, grow, and thrive with clinical, evidence-based therapy through the lens of the gospel.
I have immediate openings and I welcome the opportunity to assist you in resolving your life's challenges and concerns. I am happy to provide counseling services to children, adolescents, adults, families and couples. I specialize in working with people struggling through any type of difficulties where it be childhood trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, panic, unanticipated life events, family and marital problems and substance use.
I have immediate openings and I welcome the opportunity to assist you in resolving your life's challenges and concerns. I am happy to provide counseling services to children, adolescents, adults, families and couples. I specialize in working with people struggling through any type of difficulties where it be childhood trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, panic, unanticipated life events, family and marital problems and substance use.
Beverly Wicker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS, CCS, SAP, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sanford, NC 27330
Formerly the CEO of Family ConneXions, PLLC, I come with over 20 years of experience working with individuals and families of all ages. I am licensed in clinical social work (LCSW) as well as substance abuse services (LCAS). I am also a Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS). I have a Bachelors Degree in Spanish Language and Literature and speak Spanish fluently. My primary goal is to provide a service that emphasizes trust, respect, confidentiality and compassion. I use a strength-based approach that focuses on supporting individuals, families, and couples through emotional and behavioral challenges.
Formerly the CEO of Family ConneXions, PLLC, I come with over 20 years of experience working with individuals and families of all ages. I am licensed in clinical social work (LCSW) as well as substance abuse services (LCAS). I am also a Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS). I have a Bachelors Degree in Spanish Language and Literature and speak Spanish fluently. My primary goal is to provide a service that emphasizes trust, respect, confidentiality and compassion. I use a strength-based approach that focuses on supporting individuals, families, and couples through emotional and behavioral challenges.
Imani N Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, MSW, LCSW, LCAS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sanford, NC 27330
With approximately 14 years of combined, prior experience as a Qualified Professional (QP) and Family Case Manager in both the Georgia and North Carolina systems of Mental Health and Human Services, I've had the privilege of working with adults, children, families, and groups with compassion and professionalism. Since 2012, I've served as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing in-home, office, and community-based therapy.
With approximately 14 years of combined, prior experience as a Qualified Professional (QP) and Family Case Manager in both the Georgia and North Carolina systems of Mental Health and Human Services, I've had the privilege of working with adults, children, families, and groups with compassion and professionalism. Since 2012, I've served as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing in-home, office, and community-based therapy.
David Z Pfeffer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, PTSD, EMDR
Verified Verified
Sanford, NC 27332
I believe balance is the key to leading a happy, successful life. The focus of my practice is helping individuals, couples, & families in overcoming life's difficulties. I believe in a proactive, collaborative approach to counseling, where you are actively engaged in making real changes in your life. We will develop develop a plan of action to turn these goals into a reality.
Whether you're young or old, an individual, a couple, or a family, call me today and take the first step to living a positive, balanced life.
I believe balance is the key to leading a happy, successful life. The focus of my practice is helping individuals, couples, & families in overcoming life's difficulties. I believe in a proactive, collaborative approach to counseling, where you are actively engaged in making real changes in your life. We will develop develop a plan of action to turn these goals into a reality.
Whether you're young or old, an individual, a couple, or a family, call me today and take the first step to living a positive, balanced life.
Choosing a therapist can be an overwhelming first step, and I want you to feel confident in your decision. My approach to therapy is grounded in empathy, understanding, and a systemic perspective that considers the many factors influencing your life. I understand that change can be challenging, so I aim to support you through this process, offering both encouragement and gentle challenges to help you grow. My goal is to empower you to identify patterns, gain insight, and make the meaningful changes you seek in your life.
Choosing a therapist can be an overwhelming first step, and I want you to feel confident in your decision. My approach to therapy is grounded in empathy, understanding, and a systemic perspective that considers the many factors influencing your life. I understand that change can be challenging, so I aim to support you through this process, offering both encouragement and gentle challenges to help you grow. My goal is to empower you to identify patterns, gain insight, and make the meaningful changes you seek in your life.
Maribel Hurtado
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-A
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sanford, NC 27332
Not accepting new clients
Finding yourself and navigating through rough currents in life can be hard and lead to desperation. If you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, and adjustments, I can work with you to help you become empowered and conquer any difficulties. I strive to work with individuals with a holistic and person-centered approach to help them gain insights and coping skills to change their lives. Additionally, I am trained to complete psychological evaluations for immigration cases such as U-Visa, VAWA, Asylum, and Hardship.
Finding yourself and navigating through rough currents in life can be hard and lead to desperation. If you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, and adjustments, I can work with you to help you become empowered and conquer any difficulties. I strive to work with individuals with a holistic and person-centered approach to help them gain insights and coping skills to change their lives. Additionally, I am trained to complete psychological evaluations for immigration cases such as U-Visa, VAWA, Asylum, and Hardship.
Nejla deLambert
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sanford, NC 27330
Not accepting new clients
I provide trauma-informed therapy in a warm, engaging way. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe & heard. I invite you to show up just as you are - express your real unfiltered thoughts & feelings. High-functioning, even over-functioning trauma survivors are my people. You've experienced trauma and despite what's happened, you just kept moving forward. Maybe you're exhausted from masking & saying, "I'm fine" when you're not. Now you're ready for a deeper understanding of how certain experiences impact your life. I'll get to know all those parts and offer effective strategies to support your journey towards healing.
I provide trauma-informed therapy in a warm, engaging way. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe & heard. I invite you to show up just as you are - express your real unfiltered thoughts & feelings. High-functioning, even over-functioning trauma survivors are my people. You've experienced trauma and despite what's happened, you just kept moving forward. Maybe you're exhausted from masking & saying, "I'm fine" when you're not. Now you're ready for a deeper understanding of how certain experiences impact your life. I'll get to know all those parts and offer effective strategies to support your journey towards healing.
Online Therapists
Johanna E Bridges
15618, MSc, LPC/NJ, LCMHC, NC
Verified Verified
Greensboro, NC 27407 (Online Only)
I also provide culturally sensitive counseling.
Welcome All Counties and Cities of North Carolina and New Jersey! Allow me to help you move beyond your current struggles. As a Client Centered Counselor, I will meet you where you are and provide a safe place for you to move forward on your healing journey. Together, we will Connect the Bridges of your life to the roads that lead to options and decisions for a brighter future. My goal is to support you as you maneuver the rocky landscape of your life.
I also provide culturally sensitive counseling.
Welcome All Counties and Cities of North Carolina and New Jersey! Allow me to help you move beyond your current struggles. As a Client Centered Counselor, I will meet you where you are and provide a safe place for you to move forward on your healing journey. Together, we will Connect the Bridges of your life to the roads that lead to options and decisions for a brighter future. My goal is to support you as you maneuver the rocky landscape of your life.
Soul Wellness Services PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28262
I work from a strength-based, culturally sensitive, trauma-informed perspective and my primary approach to therapy is an integration of person-centered, mindfulness-based, and cognitive behavioral therapies.
Welcome to Soul Wellness Services! As a Black Caribbean woman, I'm aware of the social and cultural stigma often associated with mental health in our community. Issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and loss can be challenging to deal with. For Black and Indigenous People of Color, these issues are often compounded by the stress and emotional exhaustion of code-switching, racial trauma, racism, discrimination, and other challenges specific to our community.
I work from a strength-based, culturally sensitive, trauma-informed perspective and my primary approach to therapy is an integration of person-centered, mindfulness-based, and cognitive behavioral therapies.
Welcome to Soul Wellness Services! As a Black Caribbean woman, I'm aware of the social and cultural stigma often associated with mental health in our community. Issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and loss can be challenging to deal with. For Black and Indigenous People of Color, these issues are often compounded by the stress and emotional exhaustion of code-switching, racial trauma, racism, discrimination, and other challenges specific to our community.
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Culturally Sensitive Therapists
How does culturally sensitive therapy work?
A culturally sensitive therapist will tailor their approach to therapy based on the individual client’s background. This may include changing their style of interaction (asking open-ended questions vs. being the “expert” voice), their affect (seeming warm or “neutral”), how much personal information they disclose about themselves, and more. It’s also important for a culturally sensitive therapist to acknowledge larger societal forces that may impact their client due to the client’s background.
How effective is culturally sensitive therapy?
Some professionals have expressed concern about highlighting cultural differences in therapy, suggesting that it might promote stereotypes and harm the therapeutic bond; however, many experts agree that cultural sensitivity tends to strengthen the connection between therapist and client and help clients feel heard and understood. A culturally sensitive approach to therapy can be especially helpful for those not in the cultural majority, especially when combined with proven therapies like Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
What are the limitations of a culturally sensitive approach to therapy?
While being culturally sensitive is generally a valuable skill to have, a therapist cannot treat every client from a similar background the same way. Each client is an individual with their own values, personal preferences, and life experiences that will need to be explored during therapy. In addition, it’s rare for a therapist and client to have identical backgrounds, so there may be some cross-cultural differences to navigate during therapy, but a culturally sensitive therapist can do so with empathy and respect.
Can culturally sensitive therapy be done online?
Yes, online therapy using a culturally sensitive approach can be beneficial. Therapy can sometimes be difficult to access for clients from diverse backgrounds and socioeconomic standing. The array of mental health support available through the internet makes it possible for clients to find a good therapist match regardless of where they live.