Culturally Competent Counselling

At Headstrong Counselling, we understand the importance of having a therapist who truly 'gets it'—someone you don't have to educate about your cultural background or experiences.

Our team of 100+ culturally responsive therapists are equipped to address a range of cultural and racial experiences, offering support that is tailored to each client's unique needs.We strive to create an inclusive and understanding environment where you can feel fully supported and respected.

 

What is Culturally Competent Counselling?

Cultural competency is a popular buzzword — but we prefer the term ‘Cultural Responsiveness’. 

 We believe that true cultural competence involves recognising that it’s impossible to be an expert on someone else’s culture, even when sharing a similar background. Culture, like identity, is dynamic and ever-evolving, and each person has a unique and personal relationship with the cultures they belong to.

 Culturally responsive therapists adopt a therapeutic approach that acknowledges and values race, ethnicity, and cultural experiences as integral aspects of identity and mental health experiences. It provides therapeutic interventions that are respectful, mindful, and inclusive of these important factors.

 

 

Trained Counsellors

Trained Counsellors

We have delivered Culturally Responsive therapy to over 10,000 clients and deeply understand what it takes to be an effective culturally responsive therapist. We provide our therapists with additional training, supervision, and ongoing professional development to ensure they are fully equipped. We believe that having a therapist of the same culture is not enough—proficiency in culturally responsive skills and interventions is crucial.

Inclusive Counselling

Inclusive Counselling

We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment where clients from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities feel understood and respected. Our therapists are trained to respond to a wide range of cultural and racial experiences, offering support that is tailored to each client's unique needs.

Why Choose Culturally Competent Counselling?

Culturally competent counselling can help you:

  • Feel more understood and validated in your experiences.
  • Address and heal from racial stress or trauma.
  • Improve your overall mental health by receiving care that respects and includes your cultural background.
Why Choose Culturally Competent Counselling?

Book your Assessment

If you are seeking culturally competent counselling, please book an assessment and let your assessor know. We will assign you to one of our specialised therapists.

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