Therapy for First-Generation Immigrants
I specialize in working with first-generation immigrants, whether navigating identity, complex family dynamics, cultural expectations, or the pressure to succeed while honoring your roots.
I provide a therapeutic space that feels different: a place where you don’t have to explain your cultural background, minimize your struggles, or translate your emotions to be understood.
I especially enjoy working with first-generation immigrants who have tried therapy before but didn’t feel fully seen or understood. For some, past therapy focused on “individual goals” without recognizing how family, culture, and obligation shape every decision. For others, the therapist may have encouraged setting boundaries that didn’t fit within cultural or family values, leaving them feeling torn or misunderstood.
My approach is direct, emotionally focused, collaborative, and grounded in both psychological science and cultural understanding. We’ll identify what matters to you, not just what’s been expected of you, what has been keeping you stuck, and work toward a life that honors both your roots and your individuality.
Whether you’re navigating family expectations, guilt, burnout, or identity confusion, our work together will help you navigate the in-betweeniness without having to abandon either one.