Social Justice Therapy  in Sacramento

Social justice therapy at Embrace recognizes that your personal story doesn't unfold in a vacuum, and what's happening around you at home, in your community, or in the world will necessarily shape how you feel. We take into account systemic oppression, cultural expectations, and societal stress while creating space for your experiences and emotions.

Our Approach is Unique

Social justice therapy names the impact of racism, ableism, poverty, xenophobia, and other systemic forces. It doesn’t treat distress as an individual flaw. Instead, it makes room for the complexity of your life and the systems you’re moving through. The work is relational and reflective, and we are always attuned to your reality.

Intersectionality in Daily Life

None of us lives inside just one identity. Your experiences might include more than one point of marginalization or tension. We explore how those identities overlap and how they show up in your body, relationships, and mental health. Therapy becomes a place to untangle those intersections without judgment.

Identifying Power and Privilege

We don’t shy away from the harder questions. How has power operated in your life? How does it show up between us? These are conversations we welcome. You won’t be asked to explain the systems you’re navigating. Instead, we make room for those experiences as part of the therapeutic work.

Therapy Grounded in Advocacy

Some of our therapists take part in education or advocacy outside of session. We stay mindful of how larger systems shape your care and lived experience. Some of our therapists support social change beyond the therapy room. We stay aware of the systems affecting your care and bring that perspective into the work.

A Collaborative  Relationship

We don’t believe in distant, expert-driven therapy. We work alongside you. That means adjusting when needed, listening carefully, and making space for feedback. You are the expert in your life. We’re here to walk beside you through the hard questions and the small wins.

Who Does This Therapy Support?

You might benefit from this kind of therapy if you’re feeling the weight of injustice, navigating multiple identities, or simply looking for a space that reflects the full complexity of your life. We work with clients facing racism, housing insecurity, family rejection, burnout, systemic harm, or long-held silence.

FAQs About Social Justice Therapy in Sacramento

• What can I talk about in this kind of therapy?

  Anything that matters to you. Some people focus on depression or trauma. Others explore identity, injustice, or what safety looks like for them.

• Do I have to identify as marginalized to start?

  Not at all. We welcome clients of all backgrounds. What matters is that we explore your life in the context of what you’ve lived, not in isolation.

• Is this a political kind of therapy?

  We care about your reality, not your politics. That means naming systems where needed, but the focus is on your emotional world.

• How is this different from therapy that’s just culturally competent?

  This goes further. It includes culture, but also names power, invites dialogue, and adapts to the complexity of what you bring.

• What should I know about payment?

  We are a private-pay practice, but we provide superbills that many clients submit for out-of-network reimbursement. Therapist rates vary by experience.