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About My Clients
You've survived a lot but struggle to feel like it's behind you. Growing up you learned that speaking up was selfish, conflict avoidance was respect, and people-pleasing was love. Setting boundaries felt like betraying your family. You feel like a misfit, lonely & an imposter.. And if you're LGBTQ+, this weight is doubled—carrying your identity alongside generations of unspoken trauma. Are you fed up with emotional vampires and always emotionally taking care of others? Call for free consult
My Background and Approach
I'm a psychologist (Ph.D.) trained in Psychodynamic, Psychoanalytic, Mindfulness, Relational, and CBT therapy with 26 years of experience, now practicing in California. NY soon to come! Initially we build coping skills and relieve emotional distress. Then we go deeper—exploring your inner critic, internalized racism, and internalized homo or transphobic views that keep you from living freely. Whether you're distraught over past experiences or worried about your future, I help you find deeper understanding, closure, and the ability to live without constant worry or fear. My style is direct, empathic, supportive—and I hold you accountable. By practicing cultural humility and working deeper into your unconscious, I've helped clients overcome current issues and prevent future ones.
My Personal Beliefs and Interests
I don't believe in destiny—because if that were true, most of us wouldn't be here today. I believe that understanding your thoughts, gaining deeper insight into your emotions, and finding meaning in your life are the building blocks of positive mental health. Most people have unconsciously learned negative behaviors and poor defense mechanisms growing up. Many have experienced a cluster of events that, together, created trauma—without realizing how deeply it's shaped them and their relationships. Therapy means replacing those learned behaviors, embracing your unique self, and making unconscious beliefs conscious—so you can achieve deeper intimacy with yourself and others. I believe everyone deserves equal opportunities, regardless of background—even when that's not our reality. I advocate for Black Lives Matter, educate South Asians about anti-racism, and proudly serve as an LGBTQ+ ally.