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 Wilmington 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 Wilmington 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 Wilmington, DE will continue to provide care for as long as necessary to help clients meet their therapeutic needs.
Mental Health Care for African Americans in Wilmington, DE—Counseling and Therapy
Thriveworks Wilmington knows that many barriers can keep people from receiving mental health care. Our goal is to remove those roadblocks. We offer accessible, quality care that accounts for the unique needs of African Americans. Reach out today to schedule an appointment—we offer evening and weekend sessions, accept most major insurances, and provide additional benefits.
Building Trust in Culturally-Competent Therapy
The therapists at Thriveworks Wilmington are doing their part to offer personalized care to each client that respects their cultural context. Our counselors know that a client’s cultural context matters. People’s whole lives matter—including their race and ethnicity. Instead of taking a colorblind approach, our therapists advocate for understanding, respect, and empathy.
As therapists show they can be trusted and as clients feel safe, the therapists at Thriveworks Wilmington are able to offer individualized and holistic care. Each person faces unique challenges and opportunities, hopes and dreams, triumphs and traumas, struggles and fears. Each person need a safe place to process their experiences. As clients feel safe, they often dive deeply into emotional and psychological wounds, including wounds that are tied to their ethnicity and race. Therapists are guides on the healing journey. Every issue that a client may explore in therapy could never be listed, but a few examples of topics that African Americans often explore include…
- Discrimination
- Obsessive-compulsive tendencies
- Racial trauma
- Depression
- Sexual identity issues
- Post-traumatic stress disorder
- Eating disorders
- Divorce
- Anger management
- Career advancement
- Substance use
- Anxiety
- Job loss
- Infidelity
- Addiction
One psychologist, Dr. Jeffrey Gardere, described how more and more African Americans are receiving care at his New York practice. He said he has “seen an increasing number of African Americans who feel increasingly less stigmatized about coming in and seeking therapy and who also recognize the healing power of therapy.”
Scheduling a Counseling Appointment at Thriveworks Wilmington
If you are struggling and are considering therapy, consider reaching out to Thriveworks Wilmington. We understand that many barriers may be blocking your path, but we are committed to removing as many barriers as we can. Thriveworks Wilmington is ready to help, and we have appointments available. We offer therapy that is culturally sensitive and accounts for our clients’ cultural context.
Here is what you can expect when scheduling therapy at Thriveworks Wilmington…
- A scheduling specialist (that is, a real person) will answer your call and help you make an appointment.
- Life is busy, so we offer evening and weekend appointments for your convenience.
- We also offer in-person and online care options.
- New clients often have their first appointment within the week of their first call.
- Our therapists accept many different insurance plans.
The professionals at Thriveworks Wilmington are ready to work with you. When you are ready to take that next step, we are ready to take it with you. Appointments are available. Call Thriveworks Wilmington today.
