Parthi Patel (she/her)

I support clients in breaking the cycles of intergenerational trauma that impact families and communities. Using trauma-informed care, I help you identify how historical wounds influence your present and guide you in healing, fostering resilience, and creating a legacy of empowerment for future generations.

As a South Asian therapist, I bring a deep understanding of cultural contexts to my work. I tailor therapy to honor your cultural identity while addressing challenges related to oppression, family expectations, and cross-cultural conflicts. This approach creates a safe, inclusive space for healing.

As someone who has navigated the intersection of two cultures, I specialize in helping first and second-generation immigrants develop authentic bi-cultural identities. I understand the unique challenges of code-switching, balancing cultural expectations with personal values, and the isolation that comes from feeling "too American" for your family and "too foreign" for American culture. My expertise helps clients integrate both cultural worlds without sacrificing their sense of self.

I specialize in treating intergenerational trauma—the inherited emotional wounds, family patterns, and cultural conditioning passed down through immigrant families. Using trauma-informed approaches including Trauma-Focused CBT and DBT, I help clients understand how ancestral experiences shape current anxiety, depression, and relationship dynamics. My work addresses both the psychological impact of family trauma and the cultural context that makes healing complex for BIPOC communities.

My expertise centers on the unique family dynamics within South Asian and East Asian immigrant families, including eldest daughter syndrome, parental expectations, and the pressure of being "the first" in your family. I help clients navigate family conflict, establish healthy boundaries while honoring cultural values, and address mother-daughter relationships strained by generational and cultural differences. This work recognizes that family loyalty and individual identity aren't mutually exclus

I'm trained in DBT, which I've found particularly effective for BIPOC clients navigating cultural pressure and emotional dysregulation. DBT's focus on mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness provides practical skills while validating the complexity of living between two cultures. My DBT approach is culturally adapted to honor collectivist values while supporting individual growth and emotional wellbeing.

As a certified TF-CBT clinician, I specialize in treating trauma within cultural contexts—including intergenerational trauma, family trauma, and the psychological impact of immigration experiences. My trauma work recognizes that healing from trauma in BIPOC communities requires addressing both individual experiences and systemic, cultural, and historical factors. I create safe spaces where clients can process trauma without re-traumatization.

My approach integrates evidence-based modalities through a lens of deep cultural humility and lived experience. I don't apply Western therapeutic models blindly—I adapt interventions to align with clients' cultural values, family systems, and identity development. This culturally-informed integration means therapy that feels authentic to who you are, addresses your unique needs as a BIPOC individual, and supports healing that honors both your heritage and your individual journey.