Making the decision to leave one’s home to make a new life in another country is not an easy one. In today’s context of worldwide migration and globalization, individuals, families and communities affected by immigration and acculturation have unique needs. Adapting to and coping with a new culture can be stressful and can cause anxiety – particularly if you don’t speak the language. Although every circumstance is unique, some immigrants or refugees may have also experienced trauma on their journey – in addition to significant culture shock. If you are an immigrant struggling with adapting to life in a new community, reach out to one of TherapyDen’s immigration/acculturation specialists today.
As an immigrant myself, I understand firsthand the challenges and triumphs that come with the process of adapting to a new culture and country. My personal journey has deepened my empathy for the emotional complexities of immigration and acculturation. I'll provide a safe, inclusive space for you to explore your unique journey and its emotional nuances.
— Yiran Sun, Licensed Mental Health Counselor in new york, NYI'm an immigrant from Greece and the Middle East who is now naturalized in the United States. As someone who identifies as racially ambiguous, I'm passionate about serving immigrant communities and addressing cross-cultural dynamics. I know firsthand how branching out while maintaining a connection to your culture can feel impossible. In therapy, I will work with you through a culturally-humble and culturally-affirming lens to help you navigate these challenging dynamics.
— Anny Papatheodorou, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in Walnut Creek, CABeing an immigrant woman, I know firsthand how difficult it can be to leave a whole world behind and find yourself navigating constant newness. I also know how key it can be to have a safe, compassionate space while undergoing that process in order to feel grounded and to successfully handle the transition to your new life. I have worked for many years with recent immigrants processing the exhilaration and at the same time the grief that often comes with the journey.
— Nancy Juscamaita, Licensed Mental Health Counselor in ,I take pride in providing counseling to clients that identify as Latin/e or that come from other immigrant communities. My focus includes (but not limited to) identity development, intersection of identities, systemic trauma and minority stress, acculturation, family and generational differences, and first generation students
— Victoria Giles-Vazquez, Licensed Professional CounselorI bring a deeper understanding of immigration and acculturation issues through my own experience. I have a lived experience of being from an immigrant family, and navigating the intricate balance between personal, familial, cultural, religious, and national values. I work to create a safe and understanding space for clients to explore their own identities and how they would like most to authentically live them in their current lives.
— Samire Qosaj, Therapist in Northbrook, ILI help folks address issues that arise from 1, 1.5, & 2 generation immigration. Many BIPOC & SWANA immigrants face additional challenges in navigating cultural, familial, ancestral, intergenerational pressures and conflicts between homeland culture and the new culture. Folk often face anti-immigrant oppression, and navigate issues of imposter syndrome, micro-aggressions, code-switching, perfectionism, & cultural pressures to succeed, stand out, or blend in.
— Nima Saalabi, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in Sebastopol, CAIn addition to providing therapy, I also conduct Immigration Psychological Evaluations to assist individuals and families in their immigration process. If your attorney suggested that you obtain a report from an immigration evaluation therapist, you’ve come to the right professional. I have worked with individuals from diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds, and I’m experienced in conducting psychological assessments.
— Rebeca Melendez, Counselor in Coral Gables, FLAs an immigrant, I can relate to your experience. I have worked with immigrants and their families through all of my training. I look forward to hearing your immigration and acculturation story. I continue to stay on top of immigrant and racial issues in our country so that I can help individuals from various races and religions as they navigate through their racial identity, immigration story, and the challenges that they face.
— Liliana Ramos, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in Milpitas, CAI have the experience not only of having, myself, lived and worked in other countries in my adult life, but of having worked with refugees, immigrants, dislocated peoples, expats living abroad, and persons who have returned to their country of origin, as well as, those unable to return to the country of origin. I have an existential and person-centered non-pathologizing lens through which each person's lived experience is honored and is at the core of the therapeutic relationship.
— Melanie Chitwood Accepting New Client, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in -person in Seattle & Auburn with video sessions for persons in CA, FL, and the rest of Washington State.,Specialties include: An Immigration Evaluation adds tremendous value to an immigration case. They are critical in detailing a client's mental health, trauma history, and compelling reasons for leaving their country of origin. Through my work with immigrants and their families, I conduct evaluations to assist with the immigration process. I've conducted evaluations for a wide range of immigration cases, including asylum and extreme hardship waivers.
— Valeska Cosci, Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Venice, CAAs an immigrant, I understand first hand the challenges one faces around acculturation and assimilation. Going through the immigration process can be scary and the pressure from the society along with family pressure can result in stress while feeling like you don't quite fit in. As your therapist, we will delve deeper around the challenges you face and assist you in feeling confident with yourself and finding healthy ways to cope with potential anxiety that can arise.
— Avni Panchal, Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Oakland, CAI come from a unique background of spending my early childhood in South Korea and navigating the issues of adapting to a new culture after immigrating to the United States. I'm also passionate about raising awareness about the importance of therapy and destigmatizing mental illness in Asian American communities.
— Janae Kim, Licensed Marriage & Family TherapistTogether we will explore issues of home, belonging, and identity, as well as cultural expectations, individuality, and choice.
— Vivienne Kim, Associate Marriage & Family Therapist in Berkeley, CAI have a professional background in assisting immigrants as they navigate the complexities of their cultural identities while undergoing the process of integration into a foreign culture.
— Victoriya Slavich, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in New York, NYI have worked for many years life changes especially with the immigrant community and 2nd generation youths who may have recently arrived or came to this country.
— Karen Veintimilla Veintimilla, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in New York, NYI am a bilingual therapist fluently in English and Mandarin. I am familiar with culturally competent therapy and service. Born and raised in Taiwan, I have worked and clinically trained in the U.S in various Asian mental health setting including hospital outpatient department, community mental health clinic, school-based mental health services, and private practice. As an Asian American psychotherapist, I naturally connect with immigration and acculturation issues that clients experience.
— Suzie Wu, Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Berkeley, CAMany of my clients are first or second generation citizens, or working here with a green card. Immigration/Acculturation is not usually the reason someone seeks therapy with me, but it underlies almost every conversation.
— TESSA SINCLAIR, Marriage & Family Therapist in San Francisco, CA