Overwhelmed to Confident
Therapy For Black, Indigenous, & People Of Color in Orlando, FL
Virtual Therapy for Empowered Healing.
Online therapy to empower BIPOC identities and navigate:
Mental Health Issues
Relationship Issues
Identity Exploration
Need support that resonates with your BIPOC experience?
Looking for a supportive environment where your identity is celebrated and understood, allowing you to be authentic without feeling constrained by outside expectations.
Our therapy is tailored to address your distinct needs, helping you to thrive and lead a life that is genuinely fulfilling.
Your voice is important, and we’re here to listen and empower you.
THERAPY FOR BLACK, INDIGENOUS, & PEOPLE OF COLOR IN ORLANDO, FL
Are these issues constantly on your mind?
- How can I navigate and embrace my identity as a BIPOC individual in a world that often misunderstands me?
- Why do I keep finding myself stuck in the same unhelpful patterns, and how can I break free from them?
- What can I do to improve my relationships and communicate more effectively?
- How can I achieve a balanced sense of identity between my cultural heritage and my personal goals?
- How can I cultivate healthier ways to cope with the unique stressors I face as a person of color?
- How can I develop healthier coping mechanisms for dealing with stress?
With culturally competent therapy for BIPOC individuals, you’ll gain insights and tools to enhance your well-being, empowering you to overcome challenges and live a more fulfilling life.
Online THERAPY FOR BLACK, INDIGENOUS, & PEOPLE OF COLOR IN ORLANDO, FL
Explore Our BIPOC Therapy Services
Anxiety
Struggling with anxiety? Our therapy sessions are designed to help you manage and reduce symptoms, fostering a sense of calm, confidence, and control in your daily life.
Relationship Issues
Navigating relationship challenges can be tough. We provide a supportive environment to explore and resolve issues, enhancing connection and communication with your partner.
Grief
Experiencing loss? Our compassionate therapists offer support to help you process grief and find healing in your journey.
Therapy for Queer People of Color
We offer specialized therapy for queer people of color, addressing unique challenges and providing a safe space for self-expression and growth.
Overwhelming Stress
Feeling overwhelmed? Our therapy sessions can help you develop coping strategies to manage stress and restore your sense of balance and well-being.
Support for Non-Traditional Relationships
Whether you’re in a polyamorous relationship, open relationship, or other non-traditional arrangement, we offer a safe and affirming space to explore and understand the unique dynamics of your relationship.
Aligned Self Therapy
How Do I Know If BIPOC Therapy Is For Me?
As a BIPOC individual, you might have felt misunderstood or marginalized by previous therapy experiences. Finding the right support can be challenging, but we understand your unique needs.
Working with a therapist of color can ease the anxiety of sharing your experiences, providing a safe space to open up and identify meaningful changes. We’re here to help you develop the skills to navigate the world effectively.
Here are some signs that you may benefit from therapy:
- You face difficulties in relationships or social situations that are influenced by your cultural identity.
- You seek to better understand yourself, improve your mental health, or achieve personal goals with guidance and support.
- You find it hard to cope with everyday stressors, impacting your work performance, relationships, or enjoyment of daily activities.
- You seek to better understand yourself, improve your mental health, or achieve personal goals with guidance and support.
Aligned Self Therapy
How BIPOC Therapy Works
We understand that each person’s journey is unique, and we recognize the diverse and multifaceted nature of BIPOC experiences and identities. Our approach is tailored to meet your specific needs, ensuring a supportive and affirming therapeutic experience.
We start by listening to your story
We begin by embracing your cultural and racial background, taking the time to understand your individual experiences and how they shape your life. Your identity is central to our approach.
We offer empathetic support
Together, we explore the challenges you face, developing a plan that respects and affirms your identity. We are here to listen and support you throughout your journey.
We work alongside you
As therapy progresses, we adapt our approach to help you navigate challenges and promote personal growth. Our aim is to facilitate positive, lasting changes that reflect your true self.
We create a plan that is uniquely tailored to you. Recognizing that each person’s experience is unique, we integrate your cultural background, current support systems, and individual experiences into a comprehensive plan that addresses your specific needs and concerns.
Nirmala Bijraj
Owner & Clinical Director
LMHC, NCC, She/Her/Hers
Aligned Self
Why work with Aligned Self
We believe you are the author of your story. When you have the support you need to reflect on your life – it allows you to uncover who you’ve always been and give you the tools to write the story you want to live.
Our mission is to provide identity-affirming, culturally responsive care to all people with all abilities in all bodies.
We are an open and affirming practice.
We provide inclusive care.
We celebrate acceptance and diversity.
We strive to honor and respect the uniqueness of each person.
Our aim is to help you tap into your inner-resilience, practice radical acceptance, and mobilize the change you need to create the life you envision.
Meet Our BIPOC Therapist
Nirmala Bijraj
Founder & Clinical Director
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Virtual THERAPY FOR BLACK, INDIGENOUS, & PEOPLE OF COLOR IN ORLANDO, FL
Possible Outcomes of BIPOC Therapy
- Build a stronger sense of identity and purpose, aligned with your values and experiences.
- Experience a greater sense of empowerment and agency in making decisions that affect your life.
- Have more self-esteem and self-confidence, minimizing self-doubt and negative self-perceptions.
- Enhance emotional regulation and resilience, managing life’s ups and downs with greater ease.
- Develop effective coping strategies to manage stressors and challenges related to your experiences.
- Develop healthier boundaries in relationships, leading to more balanced and interactions.
- Gain clarity on how your cultural background influences your mental health and personal challenges.
FAQ
FAQs About BIPOC Therapy
Therapy for Black Therapy for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color is an open and accepting space for you to bring your entire cultural, racial and ethnic identity to explore every aspect of your being.
It’s a space where you work with a person of color therapist that can understand the nuances of how race, culture, ethnicity, and your unique identity and how that impacts the way you experience the world.
We emphasize and honor your culture, race, and origin and explore how they form the foundation of who you are today. We also understand that this is not all you are and we work hard to learn about other identities you hold and all other aspects of your life.
While our upbringing, traditions, and dialect may differ from yours, it can be comforting to find commonalities with the person you are sharing so much with in therapy.
As a black, indigenous, or person of color (BIPOC), you may have had an experience with a therapist that left you feeling misunderstood and even more marginalized.
Finding the support you need as a black, indigenous, or person of color can be a challenge. We understand and we share some of those experiences with you.
Meeting with a therapist of color can help decrease some of the anxiety that comes with sharing so much of your life with a therapist. This allows you to really open up and identify the changes you want to make in your life in a safe space.
We help you develop the skills to navigate the world.
It’s important to have a therapist that understands and reflects your identity because we can understand and sometimes share some of your lived experiences. Your experiences are unique to you, but having a therapist who shares aspects of your identity can create a deeper trust and understanding that’s incredibly important in creating a trusting relationship.
As much as being a person of color does not encompass all of you, there are cultural aspects that have certainly made an impact on your development and who you are today.
We take into account how your cultural and racial identity affects your life and how that can impact your mental health.
Preparing for your first therapy session can help you feel more at ease and ready to engage. Start by thinking about what you hope to achieve through therapy. Write down any specific situations, thoughts, or feelings you want to discuss. Gathering any relevant medical or mental health history documents can also be useful for your therapist. Try to have an open mind and be ready to discuss your experiences honestly—it’s the first step towards making meaningful progress.
If you are not ready to start therapy or prefer to explore other options, here are some mental health resources:
- Inclusive Therapists
- Therapy for Black Girls
- Therapy for Black Men
- Therapy for Latinx
- National Asian American Pacific Islander Mental Health Association
- National Queer and Trans Therapists of Color Network
- LGBTQ Psychotherapist of Color
- Association of Black Psychologists
- Open Path Psychotherapy Collective
- Ayana Therapy
- Latinx Therapy
- FindAMulticulturalTherapist.com
- Melanin & Mental Health
- The Loveland Foundation
- Asians for Mental Health
- Brown Girl Therapy
- DMHS BIPOC Provider Directory
- Therapy for Queer People of Color
- National Deaf Therapy
- Therapist Neurodiversity Collective
- Crisis Hotline – Blackline
You deserve to feel heard, supported, and understood!
It’s important to work with a therapist who understands your culture and experiences, someone who is culturally competent, gets the unique aspects of your experiences, and is equipped to support your mental health.
Contact Us
How Do You Get Started?
If you’re new to our practice, schedule a free 20-minute phone consultation.
The purpose of a consultation is to understand your reasons for seeking therapy and gather information in the most sensitive way possible so that you feel comfortable and prepared when meeting your therapist the first time.
*We offer out-of-network insurance benefits only. Check your coverage below.
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For emergencies, please call 911 or visit your nearest emergency department.
All other inquiries will be responded to within 8 business hours.
OTHER THERAPY SERVICES OFFERED WITH ALIGNED SELF
Our team of caring therapists is happy to offer a variety of mental health services. We offer online therapy in Florida.
You can start your therapy journey alongside a trained therapist. Or, you can learn more about our other services, including anxiety therapy, couples counseling, relationship therapy, grief counseling, therapy for entrepreneurs, and LGBTQIA+ Affirmative therapy.
We would be honored to support you in learning new coping methods empowering you to manage future symptoms. You can also read more by visiting our blog, FAQ, and our about page.
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Therapy For Black, Indigenous, & People Of Color in Orlando, FL
Helping You Build Confidence and Celebrate Your Unique Identity.
