Question 1

How do your lived experiences shape your approach to therapy?

Accepted Answer

As the daughter of immigrant parents, I learned early how to navigate between multiple cultural worlds through honoring my family’s values while adapting to the norms of predominantly White America. Holding these intersecting identities has shaped both my worldview and my therapeutic approach. I understand that people do not experience life through a single lens; culture, family dynamics, race, identity, and lived experiences all interact in meaningful ways. In my work, I strive to create a space grounded in empathy, curiosity, and cultural humility. I approach therapy from a systems-oriented perspective, recognizing that each client’s past, present, and hopes for the future all inform how they move through the world.

Question 2

What values guide your work with therapy participants?

Accepted Answer

In the therapeutic space, I value curiosity, humility, and joy. I approach therapy with genuine curiosity and a desire to learn about each client’s lived experiences, relationships, and story. I also encourage clients to bring curiosity into the process, as therapy can be a meaningful space for exploration, reflection, and growth. At the same time, I recognize that I am always learning, and I remain committed to humility and lifelong learning in order to best support those I work with. Finally, I believe joy is a powerful form of resistance and healing, and I hope to help clients cultivate joy and connection in their lives.

Question 3

Who do you feel most aligned to work with, and why?

Accepted Answer

As a child of immigrants myself, I often work with those from immigrant or second generation backgrounds. I am also interested in working with those experiencing life transitions, interpersonal relationship issues, and trauma. Whether someone is navigating change, healing from past experiences, or exploring patterns in relationships, I strive to offer a space that is collaborative and grounded in empathy and curiosity.

Question 4

How do you support therapy participants navigating identity-based or systemic stressors?

Accepted Answer

I believe that as people living within systems of power, it is important to recognize the ways oppression and systemic stress can shape our identities, relationships, and sense of self. I aim to create a space where clients can safely reflect on these messages with curiosity and compassion. Together, we can explore which beliefs continue to serve you and which may need to be challenged or rewritten.

Question 5

What therapy modalities or tools do you use most often, and why?

Accepted Answer

In my work, I most often draw from Narrative and Gestalt therapy approaches. Narrative therapy is grounded in the idea that we are shaped by the stories we inherit, the experiences we have, and the meanings we make of them. Together, we can explore how past experiences, relationships, and cultural messages have influenced the way you see yourself and your life. Gestalt therapy helps bring awareness to the present moment by exploring emotions, patterns, and experiences as they arise in the therapeutic space. I find these approaches helpful because they encourage reflection, self-awareness, and deeper connection to oneself while creating opportunities for healing and growth in the here and now.

Question 6

Do you integrate any somatic, creative, or culturally-rooted practices in your work?

Accepted Answer

I believe the mind and body are deeply connected, and I value incorporating somatic and mindfulness-based practices into therapeutic work when they feel supportive for the client. This can include movement-based approaches such as walking therapy, breathwork, grounding exercises, and mindfulness practices that help build awareness of emotions and bodily experiences in the present moment. I approach these practices collaboratively, recognizing that each person has different needs, comfort levels, and cultural relationships to healing. Together, we can explore what feels most meaningful, accessible, and supportive for you within the therapeutic process.

Question 7

What do you hope people feel when reading your bio?

Accepted Answer

I hope from reading my bio that you feel seen! I want to be there as an equal partner in exploration within the therapeutic space, and I hope that you feel reassured that you are not alone in this experience.

Question 8

What do you want potential therapy participants to know if they've had negative past experiences or are unsure about starting therapy?

Accepted Answer

Therapy is a deeply vulnerable experience, and I understand why starting or restarting can feel scary, especially if you have had negative experiences in the past. You are being asked to share tender and personal parts of yourself, and trust takes time to build. I view therapy as a collaborative process where your comfort, boundaries, and pace matter. Finding the right therapist can feel a lot like dating; sometimes it takes meeting a few people before you find the right fit. While I cannot promise to be the “perfect” therapist, I can promise to be transparent, compassionate, and honest in my approach as we explore whether we are a good fit together.

Question 9

Do you offer any specialized services?

Accepted Answer

I am currently an intern, so I have not had any specialized training. However, this page will be continually updated as my training grows.

Question 10

Is there anything you want people to know about you that may not show up in your credentials?

Accepted Answer

One thing that may not fully show up in my credentials is how deeply I value community and connection. Growing up within a collectivist culture shaped my understanding of care, belonging, and healing. I intentionally seek out spaces and relationships where I feel seen, supported, and grounded, and that perspective naturally informs my work as a therapist. I believe healing does not happen in isolation, and I value helping clients explore the people, communities, and practices that help them feel connected and sustained.

Question 11

What do you enjoy doing outside of work? Do these support your work as a therapist? If so, how?

Accepted Answer

Outside of therapy, I love crafting and creative projects. You can often find me scrapbooking, making jewelry, or exploring different hands-on hobbies that help me slow down and recharge. I am also a lifelong fangirl who enjoys movies, television, books, and music, as well as finding communities where people can connect over shared interests. These activities support my work as a therapist by helping me stay grounded in creativity, curiosity, and connection.