My Journey
My path to becoming a therapist has been shaped by diverse experiences. As an immigrant with a background in engineering and business, I've had a successful career in technology while coaching and mentoring many individuals. I've also navigated my own personal challenges through difficult life events. Along the way, I’ve been part of growth-focused communities that exposed me to a wide range of perspectives and tools. This journey, combined with my formal training in counseling psychology, allows me to draw on both personal and professional insights. It also gives me a deep appreciation for each individual’s unique journey and cultural differences, leading me to approach my clients with humility.
During my clinical training, I worked in a middle school and a community college, supporting individuals aged 12 to over 60 from diverse backgrounds and with a wide range of concerns. Before that, I founded a coaching practice to help South Asian men navigate cultural conflicts, later expanding to serve a broader clientele. I’m especially passionate about working with men and have spent nearly a decade leading and participating in men’s peer support and personal growth groups.
My Approach
My therapy approach is integrative and personalized. I believe that each person is unique, so therapy should be holistic and tailored to their individual needs and current life situation. I draw on a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Internal Family Systems (IFS), Psychodynamic Therapy, Existential Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), among others. Working from a trauma-informed perspective, I use methods from IFS and Brainspotting to help clients gently process trauma. I especially value the non-judgmental, non-pathologizing nature of IFS, which honors the wisdom and resilience of each person—an approach I bring to all my work. I truly believe that every person has within themselves the wisdom that can help them find their way, grow into their true potential, and thrive.
Education and Trainings
Masters in Counseling Psychology (Santa Clara University)
Internal Family Systems (IFS) (Level 1)
Brainspotting (Phase 1)
Somatic Mindful Guided Imagery® (Certificate)
Licenses and Professional Memberships
California Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT151289)
California Association of Family and Marriage Therapists (CAMFT)
Practice
(Supervised by Vidhi Sharma LMFT)