My Approach to Helping
Hi there!
Do you feel pulled in a million directions, many times unable to complete tasks? Are you struggling with life’s challenges, relationships, work, and health? Is it hard to be kind to yourself?
I would like to support and help improve how you’re feeling.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). I have received my master’s degree in counseling with an emphasis on marriage and family therapy from California State University, Long Beach. I specialize in supporting individuals facing dual diagnosis related to substance use and mental health.
This includes challenges such as depression, anxiety, stress management, family dynamics, addiction, and overall life management. My approach is compassionate, professional, and tailored to each person’s unique needs.
From experiencing diverse cultures, I feel privileged to have been in many countries in Europe, and lived in India and Argentina. I am fluent in English, Farsi, and Pashto.
Living in different countries and meeting individuals from diverse backgrounds has added to my mindfulness about the cultural aspects that can influence one's life. Therefore, I aim to create a safe, trusting space to help overcome issues and highlight your strengths, leading to growth.
By utilizing interventions from the cognitive-behavioral model, strengths-based approaches, meditation, and mindfulness practices, my approach in therapy is holistic and client-centered: focusing on empathy, genuineness, and unconditional positive regard.
We will consider life transitions, then explore what areas in your life need to improve, and identify the necessary tools and coping skills that best work. This will help you to achieve a more balanced life. We'll use a whole-self approach to address your mind, body, and spirit.
Life can be easier, fun, and blissful!
Clients have described my approach as thoughtful, compassionate, creative, and reliable, with a calming demeanor and a steady strengths-based, supportive presence.
(EMDR)