So many of the Black professionals I work with at some point or another bring up the struggles of raising their children in environments where they are one of the few Black kids or the only Black kid. This is very different than how most of them were raised, leading to lots of questions and discussion. For this episode, I sat down with Jessica Vickers, a therapist who has the personal experience of growing up as the only Black girl in a predominantly white community and who helps clients navigate that experience as well.
Guest Bio:
Jessica Vickers is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (CA #89119), who has been practicing for over 8 years. She has her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and Communication from the University of California, Santa Barbara, and her Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage & Family Therapy from Pepperdine University Graduate School.
Jessica has treated individuals, couples, and families in inpatient settings as well as in her private practice. Specific issues she specializes in include issues specific to women of color, prenatal & postpartum adjustment, relationships, anxiety, depression, purpose/direction, and identity.
Jessica currently resides and practices in Orange County, CA with her husband, son, and their dog Joey. She is providing virtual therapy in the state of California. You can follow Jessica on Instagram or reach out at jessica@cottonwoodpsychology if you live in California and are looking for a therapist!
