Mixed Race & Multiracial Therapists in Pennsylvania

30 providers in Pennsylvania who publicly identify as Mixed Race or Multiracial.

Dr. Karabi Acharya PhD

Pennsylvania
In their words
“In Multitudes, Dr. Acharya—a Multiracial academic, public health leader, and lifelong activist for inclusion—blends groundbreaking research with personal stories, interviews, and vivid real-world examples to illuminate the Multiracial experience.”

Dr. Karabi Acharya is a leading global public health practitioner, author, and senior director at the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. She is the author of the book 'Multitudes', which explores the Multiracial experience, public health, and belonging.

Public HealthMultiracial IdentityBelongingInclusion

Alice Wang LCSW

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
In their words
“A queer, mixed-race LCSW offering supervision and therapy in private practice to individuals and couples based out of Philadelphia on Lenni Lenape land.”

My work is grounded in compassion, curiosity, and connection. I come to clinical social work with a deeply held belief that all people are deserving of care and I have seen how a safe and collaborative therapeutic relationship can offer support when care has been challenged.

GriefRelationship IssuesRacial / cultural IdentityTrauma and PTSDSomatic TherapyOut-of-network

Dr. Gabriella Locke Ph.D., LPC, CSAT, CRC, CDHWP

South Park Township, PA Telehealth
In their words
“Race(s): Mixed Race”

Dr. Gabriella Locke is a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in trauma, PTSD, addiction, and working with children, adolescents, and young adults.

AddictionAlcohol Misuse or AbuseAnxietyAthletic PerformanceCultural AdjustmentDrug AddictionGamblingGaming AddictionInternet AddictionIntimate Partner AbuseRace Based TraumaRacial IdentityReligion or SpiritualitySexual AbuseSexual AssaultSexual HealthSubstance AbuseTrauma & PTSDIndividualsBlue Cross Blue ShieldBlue Choice Select PPOCapital Blue CrossCigna and EvernorthOptumUnited Behavioral HealthUnitedHealthcareUPMC

Andi Tolbert LPC, NCC

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Telehealth
In their words
“Being bi-racial and bi-cultural has shaped the way I move through the world today.”

Filipina-American therapist in the Pittsburgh area working with individuals and couples navigating stress, relationships, identity, self-worth, and Asian cultural values and expectations.

StressRelationshipsIdentitySelf-worthAsian cultural values and expectationsGenerational differencesPerfectionism

Thunder X M.Phil.Ed, M.S.Ed

Philadelphia, PA
In their words
“My name is Thunder (they/them), and I’m a biracial Black fat queer, trans, COVID-conscious, neurodivergent, chronically ill and disabled therapist with my M.Phil.Ed in Professional Counseling.”

Thunder X (they/them) is a biracial therapist providing counseling centered on Black and brown, LGBTQ+, and disabled clients, utilizing Internal Family Systems, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Somatic Experiencing approaches.

LGBTQ+ IssuesDisability & Chronic IllnessGrief & LossRacial Identity & OppressionCrisis CounselingNeurodivergenceInternal Family Systems (IFS)Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Somatic Experiencing

Liana Martina Maneese LPC, NCC, MA

Pittsburgh, PA Telehealth
In their words
“RACE & ETHNICITYBlack/African American, Hispanic/Latinx, Biracial/Multiracial”

Liana Martina Maneese is a Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, and identity navigation specialist who utilizes Liberation Psychotherapy, somatic work, and anti-oppression approaches to support individuals and couples navigating trauma, identity, anxiety, and depression.

AnxietyDepressionTraumaLiberation PsychotherapyADD/ADHDRacial IdentityCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Family/Marital TherapyLiberation PsychotherapySomaticJungian TherapyEmotional Freedom Technique (EFT)Out of NetworkOut of Pocket

Leslie Langston LCSW, LICSW

Philadelphia, PA Telehealth
In their words
“RACE & ETHNICITY Black/African American, Native American/Indigenous, White”

Leslie Langston is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience providing collaborative, relational, solution-focused, and culturally-informed psychotherapy specializing in anxiety, multicultural concerns, adjustment disorder, college mental health, and complex trauma.

AnxietyMulticultural ConcernsAdjustment DisorderCollege Mental HealthComplex traumaCultural and Systemic OppressionDepressionRacial IdentityPanic DisordersSocial AnxietyStressMindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Internal Family Systems (IFS)Behavioral Activation TherapyAttachment-BasedDialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Blue CrossOptumAetnaCigna

Shay Selden PsyD, MEd

Philadelphia, PA Telehealth
In their words
“At this phase of my life, I identify as a mixed-Black, neurodivergent, nonbinary, transmasc human.”

Shay Selden, PsyD, MEd, is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist based in Philadelphia, PA offering culturally affirmative, trauma-informed, relational, and psychodynamic therapy.

Culturally Sensitive TherapyFeminist TherapyRelational TherapyAttachmentLGBTQ-Friendly TherapistsRelationship IssuesADHD TherapistsAutism Spectrum DisorderBipolarBody Image IssuesChronic Pain or IllnessFamily ConflictGender Identity TherapyHistorical/ Intergenerational TraumaPolyamorous and Open RelationshipsRacial IdentitySelf-EsteemAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment TheoryCulturally Sensitive TherapyDepth TherapyExistential TherapyFeminist TherapyHarm Reduction TherapyHumanistic TherapyNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapyRelational TherapySensorimotor PsychotherapyTrauma TherapyAetnaOptumUnited Behavioral Health (UBH)United HealthcareHighmark Blue Cross Blue ShieldIndependence Blue Cross

Mimiko Watanabe PsyD

Philadelphia, PA Telehealth
In their words
“I am a multiracial (half white and half Japanese), cisgender, queer woman, with an immigrant parent and firsthand understanding of the complexities of navigating a multicultural family.”

Mimiko Watanabe, PsyD, is a psychologist practicing in Philadelphia, PA, who offers individual and couples therapy using an intersectional feminist framework integrating relational, ACT, and DBT interventions.

LGBTQ-Friendly TherapistsSystemic Oppression TherapyAnxietyDepressionFamily ConflictGender Identity TherapyHistorical/ Intergenerational TraumaPost Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)Psychosis and SchizophreniaRacial IdentityWomen's IssuesAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Culturally Sensitive TherapyDialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Feminist TherapyHarm Reduction TherapyHumanistic TherapyRelational TherapyIntegrative TherapyTrauma TherapyAetnaOptumUnited Behavioral Health (UBH)Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

Jennifer C. Jones PhD, LCSW

Philadelphia, PA Telehealth
In their words
“Jennifer is a multi-racial African American, queer cisgender woman and clinical social worker with over 25 years of experience.”

Jennifer C. Jones, PhD, LCSW, is a psychotherapist, clinical supervisor, guide facilitator, and coach with over 25 years of experience who integrates Gestalt Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), harm reduction, and economic human rights frameworks to support individuals navigating trauma, intersectional identities, and systemic oppression.

Trauma SurvivorsLGBTQIA+ Affirming CareBIPOC Racial Identity & StressImmigrants & First-Gen AmericansMultiracial Couples & FamiliesAncestral & Intergenerational TraumaPsychedelic IntegrationSex & SexualityInternal Family Systems (IFS)Gestalt TherapyHarm ReductionTrauma-Informed Care

Sarah Bowman M.Phil.Ed.

Philadelphia, PA Telehealth
In their words
“As a mixed-race child of divorced parents raised in a predominantly white community, Sarah understands how identity development and belonging can unfold through uncertainty and nuance and how racism and limited representation can shape those experiences.”

Sarah Bowman, M.Phil.Ed., is a Staff Therapist at Council for Relationships providing individual, couples, family, and group therapy with a focus on identity, belonging, adoption-related experiences (including transracial adoption), Black mental health, and culturally responsive care.

Adoption & Transracial AdoptionIdentity Development & BelongingBlack Mental HealthMarginalized IdentitiesRelationship PatternsLife TransitionsDivorceAnxietyGriefCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)MindfulnessRelational Therapy

Lauren (Lo) Nakamura LSW, BA

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Telehealth
In their words
“As a queer biracial woman, my nature is to weave together seemingly opposing truths to uncover deeper understandings of our inherent perfection and the interconnectedness of all beings.”

Lauren (Lo) Nakamura is a licensed social worker (LSW), Reiki Master Teacher, and somatic movement guide based in Pittsburgh, PA, providing person-centered, strengths-based, and somatic mindfulness therapy.

Anxiety, Depression, Stress & TransitionsRelationship Challenges & Self-WorthTrauma-Informed CareAAPI, Queer & Marginalized IdentitiesSomatic Liberation & Decolonial HealingHolistic & Integrative HealthADHDAutismGrief and LossChildhood and Familial TraumaDifficulties with Self-EsteemPost-Traumatic Stress DisorderGender Identity SupportLGBT CounselingSomatic Therapy (Hakomi)Reiki & Movement-Based HealingMindfulness-Based TherapyStrengths-Based TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Liberation PsychologyPerson-Centered TherapyHighmark / BCBSUPMCUnitedAetnaMedicaid (Allegheny County)

Kaelyn Jones MSW, LCSW

Pittsburgh, PA Telehealth
In their words
“Hi! My name is Kaelyn (she/her), and I’m a biracial (Black and white), neurodivergent therapist and licensed social worker.”

Kaelyn Jones is a biracial (Black and white), neurodivergent licensed clinical social worker providing individual therapy and relationship counseling. She specializes in OCD, anxiety, self-worth, and identity development through an anti-oppressive, liberation-centered framework.

Obsessive Compulsive DisorderAnxietySelf-Worth & Relationship SecurityLife Transitions & Identity DevelopmentLGBTQIA2S+ Affirming CareNeurodivergenceACTAttachment-BasedHAESCBTCompassion-FocusedCulturally SensitiveDBTEclecticERPFamily/MaritalIntegrativeInterpersonalMindfulness-BasedMulticulturalPerson-CenteredPositive PsychologyPsychoanalyticRacial Justice FrameworkSFBTSomaticStrength-BasedAetnaAnthem / Highmark / BCBS PPOCignaGeisingerQuest Behavioral HealthUnitedHealthcare / OptumUPMC Commercial Plans

Max Tang LSW, MSW

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Telehealth
In their words
“As a biracial donor-conceived person (DCP) and clinical social worker, my work is a living love letter to all those navigating the lifelong impacts of donor conception.”

Max Tang, LSW, is a biracial donor-conceived advocate, clinical social worker, and associate psychotherapist at Mango Tree Counseling & Consulting in Philadelphia, specializing in work with Asian/Asian American clients, donor-conceived people, religious trauma, and LGBTQ+ populations.

Donor Conception / Donor-Conceived People (DCP)Asian & Asian American Mental HealthLGBTQ+ Youth & AdultsReligious Trauma & Spiritual AbusePeer Support & Group FacilitationIndividual TherapyGroup TherapyTrauma-Informed PracticeCommunity Mental Health

Marcus Robinson LAPC, Associate Professional Counselor

Pennsylvania Telehealth
In their words
“Race/ethnicity Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Multiracial or Multiethnic”

Marcus Robinson is an Associate Professional Counselor (LAPC) who provides online therapy to adolescents and adults navigating life challenges, emotional coping, identity exploration, and mental health concerns.

AgoraphobiaAnxietyArtists & CreativesAttachment IssuesAttention Deficit (ADHD)Autism SpectrumBDSM/Kink-AffirmingBipolar DisorderBorderline PersonalityBurnoutCodependencyCommunication ProblemsCoping MechanismsCouples / Marriage / RelationshipsDepressionDual DiagnosisEcological GriefEmotional IntelligenceGender or Sexual Identity ExplorationGrief & LossHighly Sensitive PersonsIdentity IssuesLGBTQ+ (Sexuality)Life TransitionsMood DisordersMulticultural ConcernsParentingPolyamory & Alternative Relationship StructuresRacial Stress & TraumaRacial/Cultural IdentityRelationship & Interpersonal IssuesReligious TraumaSocioeconomic Stress/IssuesSpiritualityStressTransgender and Nonbinary PeopleTraumaTrauma and PTSDWomen's IssuesAcceptance Commitment TherapyDialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)EclecticEmotion-focused therapy (EFT)ExistentialFamily Systems TherapyFeministHolistic HealthHumanisticInternal Family Systems (IFS)InterpersonalMindfulnessMotivational InterviewingNarrativePerson-Centered/RogerianPsychodynamicSolution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)Trauma Focused Therapy

Christina Babusci MSS, LSW

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
In their words
“I am a second-generation, biracial Korean American based in Philadelphia.”

Christina Babusci is an Associate Psychotherapist based in Philadelphia who specializes in psychosis spectrum disorders, neurodivergence, depression, anxiety, OCD management, and identity development. She uses a person-centered, relational, trauma-informed, and culturally attuned approach.

Psychosis Spectrum Disorders/ExperiencesNeurodivergenceDepressionAnxietyOCD ManagementIdentity DevelopmentAdjustment issuesCognitive therapies (CT-R, CBTp)Motivational interviewing (MI)Psychodynamic approachesPerson-centeredRelationalTrauma-informedCulturally attunedAetnaCignaQuestUnited (Student Resources, UMR, Oxford Plans)Keystone Health Plan EastIBC Personal ChoiceHighmark (Including Out of Area IBX Plans)

Lauren Reid Ph.D., LP

Pennsylvania Telehealth
In their words
“As a biracial/bicultural mother, psychologist, and associate professor, I recognize the importance of a therapist who gets it.”

As a biracial/bicultural mother, psychologist, and associate professor, I recognize the importance of a therapist who gets it. My goal is to support you and honor your experience by listening to what you need from a healing space. I am gender-affirming, LGBTQ+ affirming, and recognize the significance of race and culture.

Coping SkillsRacismWomen's IssuesAnxietyCareer CounselingDepressionFamily ConflictParentingPeer RelationshipsSelf Esteemhumanisticintersectional feminist theoryemotion-focused therapyInternal Family Systemsnarrative therapyliberation psychotherapymindfulnessrelational skillspsychoeducationtwo-chairempty-chair

Kresence Greenwood LPC

Philadelphia, PA Telehealth
In their words
“RACE & ETHNICITY Black/African American, Biracial/Multiracial”

Kresence Greenwood is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) at Holly Street Counseling who specializes in anxiety, depression, trauma, abandonment, and adjustment disorder. She offers virtual and in-person sessions and creates a safe place for people of color to heal.

AnxietyDepressionTraumaAbandonmentAdjustment DisorderAttachment IssuesBehavioral IssuesBurnoutCoping SkillsBehavioral TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Family/Marital TherapyEmotionally FocusedDialectical (DBT)AetnaBlue CrossIndependence Blue CrossIndependence Blue Cross PennsylvaniaCarelon Behavioral HealthQuest Behavioral Health

Lindsay Drucker LCSW, LSW, MSS

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
In their words
“I am a queer and neurodiverse HAPA (Korean-American) clinician based in Philadelphia.”

Lindsay Drucker is a queer and neurodiverse HAPA (Korean-American) clinician based in Philadelphia. She combines Relational Therapy and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to support individuals on their journey toward self-discovery, empowerment, and holistic well-being.

AnxietyIdentity DevelopmentQueer IdentityNeurodiversityAsian-American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander (AANHPI) IdentityRelational TherapyTrauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Nicole Williams LMFT, RYT

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19103, United States Telehealth
In their words
“Biracial (Black and white)”

Nicole Williams is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Registered Yoga Teacher specializing in individual, relational, and sex therapy.

Individual TherapyRelational TherapySex TherapySystemic ApproachEmbodiment

Nicole Thompson LCSW

Philadelphia, PA 19083 Telehealth
In their words
“RACE & ETHNICITY Black/African American, White, Biracial/Multiracial”

Are you experiencing a major life change, increased stress, anxiety, depression, sadness, or relationship challenges? I can help! Working together, we can harness your strengths and explore ways to live a fuller, happier life. You will learn coping skills and strategies to tackle the challenges you're facing.

LGBTQIA+AnxietyDepressionStressRelationship IssuesTraumaAdjustment DisorderBurnoutCareer CounselingCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Behavioral TherapySolution Focused Brief (SFBT)PsychotherapyTrauma FocusedFamily/Marital TherapySelf Pay

Louise Helferty MFT

Philadelphia, PA Telehealth
In their words
“Informed by my own identities as a queer, biracial immigrant”

Associate Marriage & Family Therapist in Philadelphia, PA. Informed by her own identities as a queer, biracial immigrant, she is particularly passionate about working with historically marginalized clients, such as LGBTQIA+ folks, and those navigating wider racial and cultural identity issues.

Culturally Sensitive TherapyRelational TherapyTrauma TherapyRelationship / Marriage IssuesLGBTQIA+Racial and Cultural Identity IssuesIntersectional FeministContextual ApproachTrauma-informed Care

Jonathan Colvson LCSW

Pennsylvania Telehealth
In their words
“I integrate these with my lived experience as a biracial man and the experience of my clients.”

I am a clinical social worker and psychotherapist trained to listen deeply, connect authentically, and collaborate on your goals.

AnxietyDepressionHistorical/ Intergenerational TraumaCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Gestalt TherapyPsychodynamic TherapyAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Existential TherapyExperiential TherapyRelational TherapyTrauma Therapy

Fai Knudson LPC

Pittsburgh, PA Telehealth
In their words
“RACE & ETHNICITY Asian, Biracial/Multiracial, White”

Fai Knudson is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pittsburgh, PA who specializes in adoption, cultural and systemic oppression, LGBTQIA+, transgender issues, and gender identity, practicing from an anti-carceral, non-pathologizing, and relational approach.

AdoptionCultural and Systemic OppressionLGBTQIA+Transgender IssuesGender IdentityPerson-CenteredRelational TherapyTrauma FocusedFeminist TherapyCulturally SensitiveHealth at Every SizeHighmarkCignaUnited HealthcareAetnaOptumBlue Cross

Alexandria Gariepy LCSW

Pennsylvania Telehealth
In their words
“I'm a proud Biracial woman, and it's my privilege to support clients of all backgrounds.”

Alexandria Gariepy is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Pennsylvania who offers virtual therapy. She specializes in trauma, abuse, anxiety, depression, grief, and navigating self-identity.

AnxietyDepressionGriefSexual AbuseTrauma and PTSDChild Abuse or NeglectStressIndividual TherapyMindfulness-BasedBody PositivityAetnaAll SaversAllegianceAlliedAmbetter

Jalana Mogilewski LMFT

Philadelphia, PA 19129-1540 Telehealth
In their words
“RACE & ETHNICITY Biracial/Multiracial, Black/African American”

I invite clients to bring their whole selves with authenticity and warmth. Together we work to recognize unhelpful relationship patterns and unpack shame. I use mindfulness and somatic awareness to deepen daily experience and compassion, which I believe is the key to cultivating healthy relationships and a satisfying life. I'm excited to work with individuals, couples and families to help improve the quality of their lives and relationships.

AnxietyDepressionTraumaattachmentinterracial couplesmultiracial individualsRacial IdentityFamily/Marital TherapycontextualAttachment-BasedmindfulnessInternal Family Systems (IFS)Multicultural

A. Onyx Fujii LCSW

Philadelphia, PA
In their words
“I am a queer, non-binary, chronically ill, mixed race clinical social worker in private practice in Philadephia (on unceded Lenni-Lenape land).”

A. Onyx Fujii is a queer, non-binary, chronically ill, mixed race clinical social worker in private practice in Philadelphia. They offer trauma-informed, anti-oppressive psychotherapy, clinical supervision, and cultural humility facilitation and consultation, focusing on the intersections of race, gender, sexual orientation, neurodivergence, chronic illness, and disability.

TraumaOppressionChronic illnessDisabilityRaceGenderSexual orientationNeurodivergenceTrauma-informedAnti-oppressive psychotherapyEMDR

Dr. Aadila Lynch Psy.D. Clinical Psychology, Midwestern University, M.A. Clinical Psychology, Midwestern University, B.S. Cognitive Behavioral Neuroscience and Psychology, Virginia Tech

Philadelphia
In their words
“Raised in a bi-racial family, Aadila works with immigrants and interracial couples through a lens of cultural curiosity and humility.”

Dr. Aadila Lynch is a clinical psychologist who works with individuals and couples, with a focus on interracial couples, sex and intimacy, and parenting/co-parenting. Raised in a bi-racial family, she works with immigrants and interracial couples through a lens of cultural curiosity and humility.

Interracial couplesSex and intimacyParenting/co-parentingSexual traumaEmotional abuseCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)Culturally-Informed & Queer-Affirming PsychotherapyDialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)Gottman Method Couples TherapyInternal Family Systems Therapy (IFS)Motivational Interviewing (MI)Multicultural or Culturally-Informed TherapyPerson-Centered (Rogerian) TherapyProlonged Exposure Therapy (PE)Psychodynamic PsychotherapyWritten Exposure Therapy (WET)

Hali Santiago Licensed Psychologist

109 Gateway Avenue, Suite 205, Wexford, PA 15090 Telehealth
In their words
“I am a multiracial, Latina-White, licensed psychologist located in Pennsylvania.”

I am a licensed psychologist located in Pennsylvania and work with adults with a wide range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma. In particular, I specialize working with individuals who have experienced relational trauma, intimate partner violence, sexual violence, and relationship issues.

Relational traumaIntimate partner violenceSexual violenceRelationship issuesAnxietyDepressionGriefTraumaADHDSex TherapyWomen's healthRacial / cultural IdentityStressTrauma and PTSDWomen's IssuesCultural IssuesRelationalCulturalClient-centeredSex-positivePositive psychologyDialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)AetnaAnthemBlueCross BlueShield

Hannah Prativa Spielberg

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
In their words
“As someone of multicultural and multigenerational family and community, I am drawn to connecting with people across different lived experiences.”

As someone of multicultural and multigenerational family and community, I am drawn to connecting with people across different lived experiences. This foundation informs the empathy, solidarity, and humility that orients me to support people in living their truth, accessing wellbeing, and loving themselves and others.

relational harm and healinganxietymood disordersmarginalized identitiesincarcerationinterracial relationshipsCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)Internal Family Systems (IFS)