Culturally Informed Care  for South Asian Americans/Desis

As an Indian American whose life choices sometimes deviated from the ordained path, if you will, I am highly attuned not only to overt and covert cultural pressures abounding in our community and informing our decisions and disclosures, but also to their emotional impact. Desi culture is certainly not a monolith, yet many of us contend with similar dynamics with our families and our identity formation. Authenticity may have been an elusive goal as many of us were beholden to expectations yet craved assimilation. Cultural components can often compound depression and anxiety, and trauma may not have been acknowledged in a way that felt validating. In my practice I strive to develop psychological flexibility. If you’re seeking a South Asian therapist who has herself wrestled with honoring traditions, upholding expectations and forging her own path, let’s talk.