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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 Grand Rapids Charter Township 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 Grand Rapids Charter Township 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 men and women at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
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 Grand Rapids Charter Township, MI will continue to provide care for as long as necessary to help clients meet their therapeutic needs.
The therapists at Thriveworks Grand Rapids understand how difficult it can be to start therapy and that African Americans feel that weight more acutely. Our goal is to be a part of the positive trend that is giving African Americans more access to mental health care that is sensitive to their particular needs.
To schedule therapy at Thriveworks Grand Rapids, give us a call or schedule online to get started today with a therapist that understands your needs.
Building trust also means offering individualized care. Culture matters, and so does an individual’s unique experiences. Each client has their own perspective, their own goals for counseling, their own experiences. The therapists at Thriveworks Grand Rapids spend significant time getting to know each client and allowing each client to feel comfortable. As the therapeutic relationship progresses, clients often feel free to share more and go deeper. There is no limit to what clients can explore, but often, African Americans choose to work through many issues with their therapist, issues such as…
Scheduling an appointment for counseling should not be. We have done what we can to make that process as easy as possible. Here are some important things to know about our office:
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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Grand Rapids is located off of Kenmoor Ave SE in the same building as the Women's Health Collective and Crossmark.
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