November 19th, 2008
I am sitting across from a new client – a person of another race. I make a statement like “Often times, the fact of our different races can influence the process and outcome of our work together. I’m going to do my best to pay attention to this. I’d also encourage you to speak up if you think our cultural differences are getting in the way of our work.” The client looks at me with a smile, pulls out her/his wallet, and shows me a picture of her/his child – clearly a biracial kid.
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Tags: African Americans, counseling, People of Color, psychotherapy, therapy
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November 15th, 2008
Someone once asked me this question. This person was struggling with their past and the way it was making itself known in their present. So many mistakes. So much growth still desired. Positive self-esteem and self-regard wavering.
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Tags: counseling, self-esteem, therapy
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November 11th, 2008
Sometimes people are embarrassed to see a therapist. Others might be ashamed to let their friends or family know that they have seen or are seeing a counselor. They think, ‘Will people think I’m crazy or weak?’ But now, the secret is out…
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September 17th, 2008
Seeing a therapist can be a risky endeavor. First, you have to accept that you want to share your thoughts, feelings, and beliefs with someone you’ve never met before. Then you have to find a therapist or counselor you like AND make sure everything fits – from availability to payment.
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Tags: decision, psychotherapy, therapist, therapy
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