Culturally Sensitive Therapists in Brooklyn, NY
Hena Hoda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11209 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Please note that at this time I am currently only accepting requests for supervision for clinicians looking to attain clinical licensure or interested in private supervision. My approach to therapy - A relationship built on trust and empathy is key to healing. I believe in providing a person-centered and non-judgmental therapeutic atmosphere that starts with building rapport. Many parts of our identity contribute to our perceptions and we’ll work together to identify those so you can have a personalized treatment. I believe in a culturally sensitive approach to both assessment and treatment is important.
Please note that at this time I am currently only accepting requests for supervision for clinicians looking to attain clinical licensure or interested in private supervision. My approach to therapy - A relationship built on trust and empathy is key to healing. I believe in providing a person-centered and non-judgmental therapeutic atmosphere that starts with building rapport. Many parts of our identity contribute to our perceptions and we’ll work together to identify those so you can have a personalized treatment. I believe in a culturally sensitive approach to both assessment and treatment is important.
I'm committed to fostering an affirming, safe, and culturally sensitive environment.
I am a Brooklyn-based clinical psychologist and I specialize in the treatment of trauma, depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, as well as challenges related to identity, relationship/dating, family conflict, burnout, and life transitions. I am an active and engaged therapist, and my style is warm, accessible, humorous, and pragmatic. Together, we will work collaboratively to understand the “stuck points" and behavior patterns that contribute to your emotional suffering. My focus is primarily on the problems of today, with an eye for understanding how childhood experiences and past traumas shape our current struggles.
I'm committed to fostering an affirming, safe, and culturally sensitive environment.
I am a Brooklyn-based clinical psychologist and I specialize in the treatment of trauma, depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, as well as challenges related to identity, relationship/dating, family conflict, burnout, and life transitions. I am an active and engaged therapist, and my style is warm, accessible, humorous, and pragmatic. Together, we will work collaboratively to understand the “stuck points" and behavior patterns that contribute to your emotional suffering. My focus is primarily on the problems of today, with an eye for understanding how childhood experiences and past traumas shape our current struggles.
Palak Ashok Amal
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11205 (Online Only)
Fluent in English, Hindi, and Gujarati, I am committed to providing culturally sensitive and inclusive therapy.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges and need a supportive ally to help you navigate them? Are you longing for a safe and affirming space to explore your thoughts, feelings, and identity without fear of judgment? Together, we can embark on a path of self-discovery and empowerment. In my practice, I cultivate a warm and non-judgmental environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Drawing from a diverse range of therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, and Humanistic approaches, I tailor my approach to focus on your strengths & meet your unique needs.
Fluent in English, Hindi, and Gujarati, I am committed to providing culturally sensitive and inclusive therapy.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges and need a supportive ally to help you navigate them? Are you longing for a safe and affirming space to explore your thoughts, feelings, and identity without fear of judgment? Together, we can embark on a path of self-discovery and empowerment. In my practice, I cultivate a warm and non-judgmental environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Drawing from a diverse range of therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, and Humanistic approaches, I tailor my approach to focus on your strengths & meet your unique needs.
Stephanie Maria Peña
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11242 (Online Only)
I support BIPOC individuals in an open-minded, culturally sensitive, intersectional, anti-racist & LGBTQ-affirmative manner.
I offer a non-judgmental, compassionate, and encouraging environment to assist queer BIPOC individuals through whatever difficulties they may be confronting. Together we will collaboratively explore tools and strategies that will help you feel better about yourself, have better relationships, and experience more joy. I am a bilingual, bicultural/mixed-race, queer Afro-Latina cis-woman. In my practice, I bring together evidence-informed techniques and a social justice lens.
I support BIPOC individuals in an open-minded, culturally sensitive, intersectional, anti-racist & LGBTQ-affirmative manner.
I offer a non-judgmental, compassionate, and encouraging environment to assist queer BIPOC individuals through whatever difficulties they may be confronting. Together we will collaboratively explore tools and strategies that will help you feel better about yourself, have better relationships, and experience more joy. I am a bilingual, bicultural/mixed-race, queer Afro-Latina cis-woman. In my practice, I bring together evidence-informed techniques and a social justice lens.
New Pathways Counseling Center
PhD, LMSW, LCSW, MHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11217 (Online Only)
We pride ourselves on maintaining a practice that is culturally sensitive, open-minded, and committed to providing inclusive, compassionate care for all.
We understand the challenges of finding an experienced, caring in-network therapist. At New Pathways, we believe that every individual is worthy and deserving of health, wellness, connection, and love. You deserve to be seen and heard. You deserve to have a dedicated time and space where all of the focus is on you and helping you discover new ways to engage with yourself and the world around you.
We pride ourselves on maintaining a practice that is culturally sensitive, open-minded, and committed to providing inclusive, compassionate care for all.
We understand the challenges of finding an experienced, caring in-network therapist. At New Pathways, we believe that every individual is worthy and deserving of health, wellness, connection, and love. You deserve to be seen and heard. You deserve to have a dedicated time and space where all of the focus is on you and helping you discover new ways to engage with yourself and the world around you.
Kyle Lee
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW, ASW
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11242 (Online Only)
Hello! I’m Kyle - a strengths-based, culturally sensitive, and trauma-informed therapist. I have worked in adult day health care, hospice, and school settings. I have experience working with diverse and marginalized populations, including children, adolescents, foster youth, adults with terminal illness, members of the LGBTQ+ community, trauma survivors, individuals facing socio-economic hardships, and adults with chronic disabilities and severe mental illness.
Hello! I’m Kyle - a strengths-based, culturally sensitive, and trauma-informed therapist. I have worked in adult day health care, hospice, and school settings. I have experience working with diverse and marginalized populations, including children, adolescents, foster youth, adults with terminal illness, members of the LGBTQ+ community, trauma survivors, individuals facing socio-economic hardships, and adults with chronic disabilities and severe mental illness.
Gabriela Ortiz
Art Therapist, ATR-BC, ATCS, LCAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11237 (Online Only)
Hola/Hello! My name is Gabriela Ortiz (She/Ella) and I am a bilingual art therapist, clinical supervisor and artist merging art therapy, talk therapy, and culturally sensitive treatment through a client centered approach. I have 15 years experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families coping with a variety of experiences including anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, domestic violence, issues with self-esteem, stressful life transitions and challenges due to immigration.
Hola/Hello! My name is Gabriela Ortiz (She/Ella) and I am a bilingual art therapist, clinical supervisor and artist merging art therapy, talk therapy, and culturally sensitive treatment through a client centered approach. I have 15 years experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families coping with a variety of experiences including anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, domestic violence, issues with self-esteem, stressful life transitions and challenges due to immigration.
Dr. Hebah Khalifa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11220 (Online Only)
I am happy to see you via video sessions (only) during this time. My name is Hebah (pronounced Hib-a), and I am excited you found my profile. Therapy is about discussing your problems, but that’s only the beginning. When you develop a relationship with an empathic, attuned therapist, you will find your inherent strength, heal old emotional wounds, discover new ways to solve problems and change how you live your life. I am a bilingual (English/Arabic) therapist with over ten years of psychotherapy experience. I use a straightforward, gentle, respectful, non-blaming, culturally sensitive approach to counseling.
I am happy to see you via video sessions (only) during this time. My name is Hebah (pronounced Hib-a), and I am excited you found my profile. Therapy is about discussing your problems, but that’s only the beginning. When you develop a relationship with an empathic, attuned therapist, you will find your inherent strength, heal old emotional wounds, discover new ways to solve problems and change how you live your life. I am a bilingual (English/Arabic) therapist with over ten years of psychotherapy experience. I use a straightforward, gentle, respectful, non-blaming, culturally sensitive approach to counseling.
Uzma Chasmawala
Pre-Licensed Professional, EdM, MHC-LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11222 (Online Only)
Uzma has experience working with adolescents, adults, immigrants, international students, and individuals from diverse backgrounds. Her areas of work include but are not limited to substance use disorders, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, trauma, life transitions and relationship issues, work and daily stressors. Using an eclectic approach, Uzma draws from various modalities such as dialectical behavioral therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic framework, narrative therapy and client-centered therapy, approaching therapy through mindfulness, a culturally sensitive, queer-affirmative and a trauma informed lens.
Uzma has experience working with adolescents, adults, immigrants, international students, and individuals from diverse backgrounds. Her areas of work include but are not limited to substance use disorders, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, trauma, life transitions and relationship issues, work and daily stressors. Using an eclectic approach, Uzma draws from various modalities such as dialectical behavioral therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic framework, narrative therapy and client-centered therapy, approaching therapy through mindfulness, a culturally sensitive, queer-affirmative and a trauma informed lens.
Lu Zhao
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11220 (Online Only)
I offer a culturally sensitive and safe environment where you and your loved ones can uncover new insights, learn effective strategies, and work towards a healthier, more balanced life.
Is your life not turning out the way you hoped? Are you having a hard time solving these problems on your own? With ten years of experience, I’ve supported individuals, couples, families, and groups through a wide range of challenges, including relationships, parenting, co-parenting, behavioral issues, mental health concerns, school difficulties, grief and loss, generational differences, immigration trauma, and more.
I offer a culturally sensitive and safe environment where you and your loved ones can uncover new insights, learn effective strategies, and work towards a healthier, more balanced life.
Is your life not turning out the way you hoped? Are you having a hard time solving these problems on your own? With ten years of experience, I’ve supported individuals, couples, families, and groups through a wide range of challenges, including relationships, parenting, co-parenting, behavioral issues, mental health concerns, school difficulties, grief and loss, generational differences, immigration trauma, and more.
Nashuda (Nash) Augustine
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, MHC-LP
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11225 (Online Only)
As a compassionate therapist, I provide culturally sensitive care through various approaches, including faith-based, person-centered, attachment, cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, and strength-based therapies.
Discovering your own story is one of the most courageous steps you can take. Therapy isn't about quick fixes; it's a journey that requires time, commitment, and the bravery to face your truths. It involves confronting your past, understanding your present, and embracing your emotions along the way. Committing to growth means rediscovering yourself and finding the strength to heal and move forward. Together, we’ll explore these emotions, cultivate healthy coping skills for daily life, and nurture self-love and acceptance. Starting this journey will strengthen your resilience and hope, leading to a more positive and healthier mindset.
As a compassionate therapist, I provide culturally sensitive care through various approaches, including faith-based, person-centered, attachment, cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, and strength-based therapies.
Discovering your own story is one of the most courageous steps you can take. Therapy isn't about quick fixes; it's a journey that requires time, commitment, and the bravery to face your truths. It involves confronting your past, understanding your present, and embracing your emotions along the way. Committing to growth means rediscovering yourself and finding the strength to heal and move forward. Together, we’ll explore these emotions, cultivate healthy coping skills for daily life, and nurture self-love and acceptance. Starting this journey will strengthen your resilience and hope, leading to a more positive and healthier mindset.
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Cherie Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11212 (Online Only)
My therapeutic style is a collaborative, client-centered and culturally sensitive approach.
Life can feel like a cluster of challenging, confusing, and never-ending hurdles. When left to tackle them on your own, it can sometimes feel draining and overwhelming. I believe in creating a safe, non-judgmental, compassionate, and empowering space to process past difficulties, current stressors, and future anxieties. I aim to create an atmosphere of emotional safety, trust, and respect.
My therapeutic style is a collaborative, client-centered and culturally sensitive approach.
Life can feel like a cluster of challenging, confusing, and never-ending hurdles. When left to tackle them on your own, it can sometimes feel draining and overwhelming. I believe in creating a safe, non-judgmental, compassionate, and empowering space to process past difficulties, current stressors, and future anxieties. I aim to create an atmosphere of emotional safety, trust, and respect.
Michelle Nguyen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11215 (Online Only)
I consider myself a culturally sensitive therapist who has worked with people of many backgrounds.
I specialize in working with people who want to improve their relationships, whether that be with others or themselves. I can help you understand your feelings and find tools to make more fulfilling choices in life, whether that be with your work, friends or love. I also work with couples who are having challenges breaking negative patterns that keep them from growing as a couple and who want to have a more loving, trusting relationship. I am currently out-of-network with Aetna and Cigna.
I consider myself a culturally sensitive therapist who has worked with people of many backgrounds.
I specialize in working with people who want to improve their relationships, whether that be with others or themselves. I can help you understand your feelings and find tools to make more fulfilling choices in life, whether that be with your work, friends or love. I also work with couples who are having challenges breaking negative patterns that keep them from growing as a couple and who want to have a more loving, trusting relationship. I am currently out-of-network with Aetna and Cigna.
I'll teach you how to embrace curiosity to guide your understanding of your challenges and strengths, and be compassionate and confident when making changes, all while bringing a warm, solution-focused, and culturally sensitive style to our work.
Do you have unique ideas, but convince yourself they won't work? Are you avoiding opportunities because you feel incapable, unprepared, or scared? Perhaps self-doubt hijacks your progress with healthy lifestyle changes, career advancement, or building meaningful relationships. If second-guessing is stealing your joy, you should know, it's safe to shine! I specialize in helping you break free from creative blocks, live purposefully, and advance professionally. I also assist you with feeling more connected in your relationships and adapting holistic strategies to support your health goals by helping you define what you truly want, and developing realistic strategies to get it.
I'll teach you how to embrace curiosity to guide your understanding of your challenges and strengths, and be compassionate and confident when making changes, all while bringing a warm, solution-focused, and culturally sensitive style to our work.
Do you have unique ideas, but convince yourself they won't work? Are you avoiding opportunities because you feel incapable, unprepared, or scared? Perhaps self-doubt hijacks your progress with healthy lifestyle changes, career advancement, or building meaningful relationships. If second-guessing is stealing your joy, you should know, it's safe to shine! I specialize in helping you break free from creative blocks, live purposefully, and advance professionally. I also assist you with feeling more connected in your relationships and adapting holistic strategies to support your health goals by helping you define what you truly want, and developing realistic strategies to get it.
My approach to therapy is collaborative, strengths-based, and human-centered. Equal parts warm and direct, I am intentional about creating a space free from judgment where you can feel both supported and challenged as we navigate issues in lockstep with one another. Above all, I feel that a strong relationship between therapist and client is essential for effective therapy and growth. It's a priority of mine to ensure that the time we share is co-created, allowing our sessions to feel safe, relevant, and useful.
My approach to therapy is collaborative, strengths-based, and human-centered. Equal parts warm and direct, I am intentional about creating a space free from judgment where you can feel both supported and challenged as we navigate issues in lockstep with one another. Above all, I feel that a strong relationship between therapist and client is essential for effective therapy and growth. It's a priority of mine to ensure that the time we share is co-created, allowing our sessions to feel safe, relevant, and useful.
Cheryl Donald
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MBA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11221
I have a servant's heart when assisting others in the pursuit of their full potential. As a psychotherapist and life coach, I view myself as a catalyst for change in my clients' lives. I pro-actively utilize a culturally sensitive, solution-focused approach that is directed toward developing and achieving your vision of possible solutions to your personal life struggles. Sessions are offered both virtually and in a private office setting that allows for social distancing.
I have a servant's heart when assisting others in the pursuit of their full potential. As a psychotherapist and life coach, I view myself as a catalyst for change in my clients' lives. I pro-actively utilize a culturally sensitive, solution-focused approach that is directed toward developing and achieving your vision of possible solutions to your personal life struggles. Sessions are offered both virtually and in a private office setting that allows for social distancing.
Drawing from my extensive experience working closely with immigrant communities, particularly those from Asian backgrounds, and rooted in my personal journey as a Korean-American woman and survivor of complex trauma, I offer a culturally sensitive and trauma-informed perspective in our work together.
If you're feeling overwhelmed by anxiety or depression and struggling to understand their roots, or finding it challenging to navigate your relationships and communicate your needs effectively, you've taken an important step by seeking support here. I'm dedicated to helping you find relief, feel truly seen, ground yourself, and embark on a journey toward understanding your innermost self and intentions. In my therapeutic approach, I offer genuine warmth and openness, grounded in a sincere quest for truth.
Drawing from my extensive experience working closely with immigrant communities, particularly those from Asian backgrounds, and rooted in my personal journey as a Korean-American woman and survivor of complex trauma, I offer a culturally sensitive and trauma-informed perspective in our work together.
If you're feeling overwhelmed by anxiety or depression and struggling to understand their roots, or finding it challenging to navigate your relationships and communicate your needs effectively, you've taken an important step by seeking support here. I'm dedicated to helping you find relief, feel truly seen, ground yourself, and embark on a journey toward understanding your innermost self and intentions. In my therapeutic approach, I offer genuine warmth and openness, grounded in a sincere quest for truth.
I work from a collaborative strength-based relational approach and utilize active listening, process therapy, body center therapy like Focusing Oriented Relational Therapy, EMDR, spiritual and culturally sensitive experience.
Therapy is a wonderful experience being with someone who can hold space for you, guide you and support your grow. There are many life areas where therapy could be helpful. In my practice, we work collaboratively to create a safe non-judgmental space, learn how to slow down, listen to your body, listen to ourselves, develop new insight on our problems, create fresh language which can describe our process, learn coping skills, access inner wisdom. We develop a therapeutic relationship which will support our process with gaining clarity, relief, balance, inner peace, hope and reconnecting with all parts of us which are suffering.
I work from a collaborative strength-based relational approach and utilize active listening, process therapy, body center therapy like Focusing Oriented Relational Therapy, EMDR, spiritual and culturally sensitive experience.
Therapy is a wonderful experience being with someone who can hold space for you, guide you and support your grow. There are many life areas where therapy could be helpful. In my practice, we work collaboratively to create a safe non-judgmental space, learn how to slow down, listen to your body, listen to ourselves, develop new insight on our problems, create fresh language which can describe our process, learn coping skills, access inner wisdom. We develop a therapeutic relationship which will support our process with gaining clarity, relief, balance, inner peace, hope and reconnecting with all parts of us which are suffering.
I am dedicated to offering culturally sensitive and inclusive mental health services to my community. My focus areas include children, young adults, new mothers, and parents, with an emphasis on meeting each individual where they are in a safe and collaborative manner. I am a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist with nine years of experience, serving diverse populations of all ages. Utilizing a combination of art and talk therapy techniques, I guide individuals through life's challenges and transitions.
I am dedicated to offering culturally sensitive and inclusive mental health services to my community. My focus areas include children, young adults, new mothers, and parents, with an emphasis on meeting each individual where they are in a safe and collaborative manner. I am a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist with nine years of experience, serving diverse populations of all ages. Utilizing a combination of art and talk therapy techniques, I guide individuals through life's challenges and transitions.
Through my time as a research assistant aiding to conduct studies on the effects of racial discrimination, I became motivated to be a direct support for those in need of mental health resources. As a child of Black immigrants, I believe in the importance of being able to provide clients with a counselor who is culturally sensitive. I make it my primary mission to foster a warm environment with a client first in order to ensure safety and trust. I promote a safe healing environment for individuals of diverse cultural backgrounds using CBT and Psychodynamic Therapy.
Through my time as a research assistant aiding to conduct studies on the effects of racial discrimination, I became motivated to be a direct support for those in need of mental health resources. As a child of Black immigrants, I believe in the importance of being able to provide clients with a counselor who is culturally sensitive. I make it my primary mission to foster a warm environment with a client first in order to ensure safety and trust. I promote a safe healing environment for individuals of diverse cultural backgrounds using CBT and Psychodynamic Therapy.
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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.