Therapy for Women of Color
Get online therapy for women of color in California and New York. Receive culturally responsive care that honors identity, addresses racial stress, and supports whole-person healing.
It’s Important to Have a Therapist Who Gets You.
Unfortunately, many clients tell us that it’s been hard to find a therapist who is comfortable and skilled in working with women of color. Some describe feeling like they just don’t “click” with a well-meaning therapist. Others describe troubling incidents of bias and racism that have happened in therapy in the past.
When negative experiences combine with the stigma of seeking mental health support, it makes seeking help hard. Understandably, women from BIPOC communities can be reluctant to seek therapy, even when they’re struggling. We think that’s unacceptable.
“It’s So Nice to be Able to Talk About This Stuff with Someone Who Actually Understands.”
Some of our clients come to Stella Nova seeking a therapist of color or someone with a similar cultural background to work with. Others are simply looking for a therapist — of any background — who is able to work from a place of understanding and respect when it comes to therapy across cultural lines.
Common Issues Women of Color Bring Into Therapy:
- Learning to manage high stress and anxiety levels
- Imposter syndrome
- Incidents of bias, discrimination, and racism
- Burnout and depression
- Immigration stress and trauma
- Navigating challenging workplace dynamics
- Being the first professional woman in your family
- Cultural and family expectations
- Understanding multiracial and multicultural identities
- Money and financial stress
- Relationships and communication challenges with friends or romantic partners
Stellar Therapists Specializing in Women of Color
Culturally responsive, identity-affirming therapy for BIPOC women navigating mental health, trauma, burnout, and life’s intersectional complexities in California and New York.
Therapy for Women of Color in California & New York
The first step to get connected with your new therapist is to schedule your free, 20-minute phone consultation with our Intake Coordinator. During your call, she’ll ask a little bit about why you’re seeking therapy, and get to know what you’re looking for.
For example, is is a priority to have a therapist who shares your identity or cultural background? Or someone with a great sense of humor or a direct communication style? Maybe you’re hoping to connect with someone who has a particular specialty or expertise?
Whatever your priorities, we’ll match you with the best therapist for you.
Stella Nova offers therapy for individuals and couples online throughout California and New York, with sessions starting at $160.
Set Up A Free 20-Minute Phone Consultation and Get Matched with a Stella Nova Therapist Today
It’s free, friendly, and 100% no obligation to get started.
Stella Nova Strives to Create a Space that Supports BIPOC Women Through Our Commitment to:
Hiring, training, retaining and promoting therapists of color on our staff. Representation matters.
Supporting ongoing training to empower all our therapists to deliver high quality, culturally appropriate care.
Dialogue with our clients and our communities to help us improve continually.
Destigmatizing therapy and breaking the mental health taboo prevalent in our communities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work with a therapist of color at Stella Nova?
Is online therapy covered by my insurance?
Stella Nova is a private clinic and not in-network with any insurance panels, but many of our clients receive reimbursement for out-of-network services. We’re happy to provide monthly superbills to help facilitate that process. You can learn more about how to access out-of-network insurance coverage here.