Yes. My first ever counselor was an older male of the same race who is Christian.

I would have nightmares of him in the days leading up to our appointments.

In sessions, I was extremely anxious and would scratch my arms.

Even sitting in silence was extremely difficult and I couldn't even look at him for even 3 seconds. He ended sessions extremely because I could barely speak.

I only had 4 sessions with him and then he referred me to a hospital outpatient clinic.