Individual Counseling
This private practice serves teenagers (aged 14 and older) and adults who are facing various challenges that impact their mood and ability to live an authentic, meaningful life. Through individual therapy, we help clients gain insight, strengthen their connections, and take meaningful actions aligned with their values. We believe that everyone possesses unique strengths and a purpose. Our goal is to empower each individual to recognize, access, and build upon their inner resources to create positive, lasting change that will continue beyond therapy sessions. Below, you will find more information about our specialties.
Diversity in people and challenges
At our practice, we recognize and celebrate the uniqueness of every individual we work with. We specialize in helping those navigating the complexities of identity, relationships, and life transitions, particularly those experiencing anxiety or other challenges tied to:
Exploring and Embracing Identity:
Understanding your identity in the context of your LGBTQIA+, racial, cultural, or class background.
Processing feelings of isolation or displacement while finding ways to integrate your unique self into a larger sociocultural world.
Addressing discrimination, whether it's tied to language, cultural identity, colorism, or other systemic barriers.
Complicated Life Transitions:
Adjusting to a new life stage, place, or community.
Coping with grief, whether from the loss of a loved one, a relationship, or a sense of home and culture.
Anticipating and preparing for major milestones, like graduating, starting a new job, or moving to a new environment.
Self-Esteem and Self-Acceptance:
Building self-trust and reducing imposter syndrome or perfectionism.
Finding self-love and a positive self-concept in the face of societal expectations or personal doubts.
Establishing healthy boundaries and reducing people-pleasing tendencies
Immigration and Acculturation:
Navigating the challenges of feeling "in-between" cultures or places.
Balancing social integration while holding on to the unique parts of yourself.
Building relationships and finding trust in new social contexts.
School and Work Challenges:
Managing work/life balance or workplace/school conflicts.
Addressing feelings of disconnection or isolation in academic or professional environments.
Exploring pathways for change or growth in your career or education.
Relationships and Connection::
Strengthening or redefining relationships with family, friends, or partners.
Processing past relational wounds and learning to trust again.
Building new relationships that feel authentic, supportive, and affirming.
Whether you’re looking to process grief, explore your identity, or find tools to navigate the challenges of life and relationships, we are here to help. Together, we can work toward self-understanding, self-love, and a sense of belonging, all while empowering you to define what thriving looks like for you.