Services
- Individual
- Couples
- Child
- Group
About My Clients
I've been honored to meet with clients from all corners - those who are experiencing depression, anxiety, (hearing) voices, trauma symptoms, chemical health conditions, homelessness, and the brave ones who simply want to feel better about themselves and change the world for the better. I am especially passionate about immigration/acculturation mental health and men's mental health. Being a male immigrant myself, I find fulfillment in being with fellow men and immigrants through their journey.
My Background and Approach
I'm a licensed professional clinical counselor, and I've been in practice for almost 7 years. Prior to being licensed, I was a community case manager and counselor for underserved populations in the Twin Cities. I've seen how important mental health care is across all spectrums of the population, so I learned the value of humility and gentleness through my experiences. I primarily use cognitive-behavioral and humanistic approaches in my practice. As much as I enjoy guiding my clients in modifying their thoughts and actions (cognitive-behavioral) to improve their mental health, I find it equally important to be with them as we discover what a meaningful life means for them - how to engage with themselves and the world around them. You'll find in me an active and empathic listener, a kind and non-judgmental spirit, and a gentle teacher. You'll leave our meetings feeling understood, and also take away some practical and specific skills you can use to improve your mental health.
My Personal Beliefs and Interests
I believe in making mental health care readily available and accessible to everybody - I am proud of my work as a therapist and as a former case manager because I feel that in my small way, I am able to provide care to individuals from all walks of life. So if you are a person experiencing homelessness or chemical health concerns, if you are an an immigrant who feels lonely and isolated and lost, or if you are simply a human being trying to make sense of yourself and what is happening in the world and your place in it, please reach out to me. I'll be here - waiting with compassion, humility, and hopefully, a little bit of humor. I believe therapy encompasses the whole gamut of emotions, so I am ready to cry with you, be excited with you, and also laugh with you, as well.