Asian Therapists in 14624
Izzy Nappa: Adults, Couples, Teens
Counselor, LSW, MSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Rochester, NY 14624
I specialize in supporting teens, couples, the queer community, and anyone facing anxiety. I draw on Acceptance and Commitment, CBT, and Gottman Method approaches and have many tools for anxiety relief, including mindfulness, deep breathing, and combatting that negative voice in your head.. With teens, I work closely with parents to set goals and also provide parent-only and family sessions for extra support. As a proud LGBTQIA+ member, I’m passionate about guiding queer clients through identity acceptance, family challenges, and transgender journeys. Check if I'm accepting new clients and book online at www.resolutioncc.com/team.
I specialize in supporting teens, couples, the queer community, and anyone facing anxiety. I draw on Acceptance and Commitment, CBT, and Gottman Method approaches and have many tools for anxiety relief, including mindfulness, deep breathing, and combatting that negative voice in your head.. With teens, I work closely with parents to set goals and also provide parent-only and family sessions for extra support. As a proud LGBTQIA+ member, I’m passionate about guiding queer clients through identity acceptance, family challenges, and transgender journeys. Check if I'm accepting new clients and book online at www.resolutioncc.com/team.
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Asian Therapists
Why is it important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive?
A culturally sensitive therapist would be respectful and considerate of different groups, with regard to race, sexual orientation, gender, and other factors that are important to an individual. These considerations can help a client feel understood as well as validated. While some people think highlighting race could promote stereotypes and bias, more understanding and knowledge about cultural differences is a positive for a healthy therapeutic alliance.
How can I recognize an effective Asian therapist?
You can discern a lot by asking how familiar the potential therapist is with different cultures, as well as asking how they might address issues related to identity, values, and beliefs. Also inquire about their education, as well as any particular training they may have completed, such as cultural sensitivity or diversity and inclusion programs.
What if the therapist does not have my exact background?
The therapist may not share a client’s exact background, but the therapist may have plenty of hands-on experience as well as the sensitivity needed for therapeutic progress. Their sensitivity to different populations will help the client feel accepted and comfortable in sharing their concerns and difficulties.
How might I inquire about a therapist's experience with Asian clients?
A therapist with an Asian background may have experience within their community, as well as broader cultural sensitivity. Ask the potential therapist whether they've worked with individuals who share your background. If they have not worked with similar clients, they may well know someone who has such experience.
Who is included in Psychology Today's directory of Asian therapists?
The directory of Asian therapists includes professionals who have shared their ethnicity in their profiles. Psychology Today uses this information to assist clients in finding a therapist who can provide a cultural match. However, not all therapists choose to disclose their ethnicity in their profiles, and they may not appear in search results for this reason; also, when the number of therapists identified as Asian is limited, the directory will also show therapists with comprehensive experience working with clients from relevant backgrounds.