Therapy for People of Color | Kristle J. Small Counseling Group

Finding a therapist who truly understands your lived experience as a person of color can feel overwhelming. Many Black and Brown adults—especially professionals—struggle to find mental health care that acknowledges cultural identity, racial stress, and generational expectations.

At Kristle J. Small Counseling Group, we provide culturally responsive therapy for people of color, offering a safe, affirming space to heal, grow, and thrive—without having to explain or minimize your experiences.

Why Therapy for People of Color Is Essential

People of color often face unique mental health challenges, including:

• Racial trauma and microaggressions
• Workplace stress and code-switching
• Generational and family pressure
• Being the “strong one” for everyone else
• Burnout, anxiety, and depression that go unseen

Traditional mental health settings may overlook how race, culture, and systemic stress impact emotional well-being. Culturally responsive therapy recognizes these realities and centers your identity as part of the healing process.

You Don’t Have to Be in Crisis to Start Therapy

Many people delay therapy because they believe they need to be “at rock bottom.” In reality, therapy can support you when you are:

• Feeling emotionally overwhelmed
• Struggling with anxiety or depression
• Navigating career stress or life transitions
• Wanting healthier relationships and boundaries
• Seeking personal growth and clarity

Therapy is not about weakness—it’s about self-care, emotional resilience, and sustainability.

Culturally Responsive Therapy at Kristle J. Small Counseling Group

Kristle J. Small Counseling Group is a private mental health practice created specifically for people of color, serving adults ages 21–65.

Our approach is:

• Culturally responsive – honoring identity, race, and lived experience
• Trauma-informed – addressing the impact of past and present stressors
• Collaborative – empowering clients as partners in their healing
• Judgment-free – providing a space where you can show up fully

We specialize in supporting professionals, caregivers, and individuals who are often expected to “hold it all together.”

How Therapy Can Support Your Healing

Through therapy, you can:

• Reduce anxiety and emotional exhaustion
• Heal from trauma and chronic stress
• Improve communication and relationships
• Reclaim your identity beyond productivity
• Break unhealthy generational patterns
• Build a life aligned with your values

Healing is not about becoming someone else—it’s about returning to who you truly are.

Ready to Begin Therapy?

Choosing therapy is a powerful step toward emotional wellness. At Kristle J. Small Counseling Group, we are honored to walk alongside people of color on their healing journey.

Schedule a consultation today to begin culturally responsive therapy in a space designed with you in mind.