I provide individual therapy to adults age 18 and above. My practice is fully virtual currently.
As a Massachusetts-licensed psychologist, I must follow the policies and guidelines of the Massachusetts Board of Psychologists, which state that "the practice of psychology occurs where the patient/client who is receiving the services is physically located at the time of service." This means that if you are my client and you are going to have a session with me, you must be physically located in the state of Massachusetts during your session.
Do you find yourself worrying too much? Maybe your mind feels like it's constantly racing and you're having trouble sleeping at night?
Do you feel "on edge" or restless? Maybe your muscles often feel tense and sore?
Do you experience sudden episodes where your heart is pounding, you're sweating and having trouble catching your breath? Maybe you even feel dizzy or nauseous? Maybe you feel like you're having a heart attack or just going crazy?
Anxiety can manifest in these ways and more. It is the most common mental health disorder in the U.S. with about 40 million adults affected. For some, their anxiety is also accompanied by debilitating panic attacks. Both conditions are highly treatable and through therapy, we will learn various tools and techniques to manage these symptoms effectively.
It's normal to feel down or sad when experiencing difficult times, such as a breakup, work stress, the death of a loved one, or a big life change. When the feelings of sadness, emptiness, or hopelessness persist for weeks or months, they may be signs of depression. Other signs may include a loss of interest and pleasure in things that used to bring joy, persistent fatigue and low motivation, feelings of guilt and/or worthlessness, and changes in appetite and sleep. Sometimes, there may be passive or active thoughts of self-harm or suicide.
If you notice some of these signs in yourself, therapy can help you regain a sense of enjoyment, energy, and motivation. It's possible for day-to-day life, in both small ways and big, to feel meaningful and fulfilling again.
Asian Americans, in addition to Black, Indigenous, and other people of color (BIPOC), are underrepresented in mental health care. Barriers to seeking care can include cultural taboos, historical trauma, heavy shame, and bias and discrimination in healthcare systems. Many can struggle to find a therapist with whom they feel comfortable.
Many of my clients have decided to work with me because of a sense of comfort in a shared cultural background and/or language. Even when we do not share the same racial or ethnic background, clients have chosen to work with me because they felt that I was culturally sensitive - they felt heard and respected in various facets of their identity.
In therapy sessions, we may explore intercultural or intergenerational dynamics within family; micro- and macro-aggressions; emotional awareness and communication; cross-cultural impact on identity development, personal values, and relationships; and more. Clients have expressed trust in my understanding the nuances, which allows them to expend less energy on over-explaining and just be.
Change can be joyful and exciting. It can also be stressful and overwhelming. Life transitions can bring uncertainty, emotional turmoil, and changes in identity and responsibilities.
I work with clients who are graduating and navigating "the real world;" starting a new job; moving and adjusting to a new location; becoming parents or expanding their family; anticipating retirement; and more. Therapy can be a space to ground yourself while you adjust, acclimate, and integrate these new experiences into your sense of self. I help clients grow their resilience in adapting to life's ebb and flow.
Do you find yourself getting into the same arguments over and over again with your partner?
Do you feel judged or misunderstood by a family member?
Do you feel guilty or ashamed about how you are handling conflict?
Maybe you feel unheard and unseen. Maybe you struggle with being vulnerable and expressing your emotional needs. Maybe you're at a loss for how to break out of negative cycles that leave you feeling frustrated, hurt, and exhausted. Therapy can help you recognize unproductive patterns and learn to communicate in healthier ways so you can feel heard, respected, and connected again.
Do you find yourself constantly thinking about work even after you've left the office or shut down the computer? Maybe you can't help checking your work inbox after hours or on the weekends in case you might miss something important. Maybe you feel exhausted all the time no matter how much rest you get.
Do you worry about being found out as an imposter even though you have received positive feedback from your boss/colleagues and your performance reviews are strong? Maybe you're constantly comparing yourself to others who seem to be smarter, more well-liked, more confident, better at the office small talk, etc.
We live in a highly work-centric society. For many people, their sense of identity, purpose, and self-worth are intricately intertwined with their job and career. Even though they may be very hardworking and highly accomplished, they can struggle with feeling good enough and satisfied because the goal marker keeps jumping ahead. If this sounds like you, therapy can help you feel more at peace with yourself as you find the balance between enjoying where you are in the present while continuing to progress towards your future goals.