Therapy Services for Women and people of color in leadership roles that foster Healing, Empowerment, and Growth

At POC Thriving, Dr. Christine Coleman offers specialized therapy services to support women of color leaders who navigate the unique challenges of their professional and personal lives. Whether you are seeking individual therapy, couples therapy, family therapy, or group therapy, Dr. Coleman provides a safe, inclusive space for healing, personal growth, and empowerment.

Therapy Options

  • For women and people of color leaders facing the complexities of navigating leadership roles while managing personal growth and wellness, individual therapy offers a private, tailored experience. Dr. Coleman’s compassionate, culturally competent approach helps you explore and resolve issues such as anxiety, depression, burnout, and racialized trauma.

    • Focus Areas: Anxiety, depression, identity, trauma, burnout, confidence, emotional resilience

    • Available Virtually and In-Person (SF Bay Area)

    • Rates: $250/50 min sessions (HSA and self-pay accepted)

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  • Couples therapy with Dr. Coleman provides a safe, non-judgmental space to navigate the challenges unique to women and people of color in leadership. Whether balancing demanding careers, navigating interracial dynamics, or resolving relational issues, Dr. Coleman helps couples strengthen communication, manage stress, and cultivate a deeper understanding of one another’s emotional and psychological needs.

    • Focus Areas: Communication, work-life balance, stress management, emotional connection, racialized stress, conflict resolution

    • Available Virtually and In-Person (SF Bay Area)

    • Rate: $300/60 min sessions ((HSA and self-pay accepted)

  • Leadership roles can often place additional strain on family dynamics. Family therapy provides the opportunity to heal relationships, address misunderstandings, and improve overall family functioning. Dr. Coleman works with you and your family members to improve communication, set boundaries, and prioritize emotional well-being.

    • Focus Areas: Family communication, boundaries, work-life balance, conflict resolution

    • Available Virtually and In-Person (SF Bay Area)

    • Rate: $375/90 min sessions ((HSA and self-pay accepted) text goes here

  • Women of Color Thriving Therapy Group

    A 6-Month Virtual Therapy Group for Women of Color in Leadership Roles

    The Women of Color Thriving Therapy Group is a 6-month virtual group therapy program specifically designed for women of color who are in leadership positions. This group provides a unique opportunity to heal, connect, and thrive in a supportive community of women navigating similar challenges.

    It’s often a hard, lonely road for women of color in leadership roles who are tirelessly pushing against professional paradigms, engaging in social justice work, and balancing the responsibilities of personal life. This group therapy space offers a restorative environment where participants can process their personal hurts, explore racialized trauma, and address external challenges related to their professional identities.

    Why Join the Women of Color Thriving Therapy Group?

    Being a woman of color leader comes with distinct challenges, including racialized trauma, gender-based discrimination, and the pressure to constantly perform at your best. Many women of color in leadership roles face:

    • Anxiety and Mood Disorders: Impact of systemic stress and microaggressions at work

    • Compassion Fatigue & Burnout: The weight of caring for others while neglecting your own well-being

    • Racialized Trauma: Misogynoir, racism, and discrimination that affect mental health

    In this group, you will work with Dr. Coleman and other women of color leaders to address:

    • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to challenge negative thoughts and develop healthier coping strategies

    • Attachment Theory to heal from past relational wounds and improve current relationships

    • Psychodynamic Therapy to explore how past experiences shape present behaviors and leadership roles

    Program Details:

    TBD. This group is currently not being offered

    How to Apply:

    • Process: Applicants must apply prior to admission to the group. Dr. Coleman will review applications and contact candidates regarding admission status.

    • Tools: Participants will use the Client Portal on SimplePractice to complete necessary forms and review documents before the group starts.

    • Eligibility: Only California residents are eligible for participation, per Dr. Coleman’s California licensure (CA Lic #: 97522).

    Ready to Begin Your Healing Journey?

    If you’re a woman and/or person of color in a leadership role seeking a supportive, healing community, Dr. Coleman’s therapy services and group programs offer a safe, restorative space to thrive.

Contact Dr. Coleman for more information about individual, couples, or family therapy options.


*Dr. Coleman abides by ethical guidelines and does not admit those whom she maintains a personal relationship with into treatment. Life coaching and executive coaching are alternatives that can be provided upon request.


About Dr. Christine Coleman: 

Dr. Christine Coleman is the Founder and CEO of POC Thriving, a private practice specializing in the intersection of mental health and diversity, equity, and inclusion. Dr. Coleman holds over 15 years of clinical training, predominantly in service to marginalized communities. Dr. Coleman’s current practice prioritizes the psychological and emotional wellbeing of BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, people of color) professionals. Dr. Coleman also supports companies and organizations with mental health, inclusivity, and belonging initiatives so they can better prioritize the psychological wellbeing and retention of employees, particularly those of color. Dr. Coleman has trained leading companies like Pinterest, Business Wire, Coursera, Udemy, Mulesoft by Salesforce, and the Major League Baseball Network. Dr. Coleman has been a featured contributor to prestigious media outlets including Harvard Business Review, Fast Company, Vogue, MSN, and Huffington Post. Dr. Coleman is an internationally recognized speaker and has spoken at Yale’s Mental Health Conference, UC Berkeley’s Women of Color Conference, the American College Health Association (ACHA), and more. 

Dr. Coleman holds a B.S. in Psychology from Azusa Pacific University, a Master’s in Counseling Psychology from the University of San Francisco, a license to practice Marriage and Family Therapy in California, and a Ph.D in Marriage and Family Therapy from Eastern University.