Asian Therapists in Billings, MT
Naz Sanks Counseling, PLLC
Counselor, MS,LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Billings, MT 59102
Hi, I am Naz! I am a Therapist who absolutely loves meeting and helping people! My belief is that everyone is going through life doing their best, and if I can make this road more comfortable and add some clarity and contentment then I would have done my job. My ideal client is someone who is motivated to get and feel better, who is open to be challenged and grow! I am an Optimist and truly believe that people are essentially good but also realize life happens and sometimes things get tough, that is where I can help lessen the load and get a new perspective. I do see adults, teens and older kids 5+. Thank you!
Hi, I am Naz! I am a Therapist who absolutely loves meeting and helping people! My belief is that everyone is going through life doing their best, and if I can make this road more comfortable and add some clarity and contentment then I would have done my job. My ideal client is someone who is motivated to get and feel better, who is open to be challenged and grow! I am an Optimist and truly believe that people are essentially good but also realize life happens and sometimes things get tough, that is where I can help lessen the load and get a new perspective. I do see adults, teens and older kids 5+. Thank you!
Online Therapists
Iona Yabut Counseling
Counselor, LCPC, ATR
Verified Verified
Livingston, MT 59047 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Life experience as a first generation American; Asian woman of color; and single parent of a multiracial family also lend wisdom to my practice.
I specialize in supporting diversity, especially the bipoc and lgbtqia+ communities and those who identify as the outcast or "black sheep" of the family. My approach includes tempering the emotional with the practical; addressing unmet needs, unhealthy thought-patterns and perceptions; and employing mindfulness, self compassion, and skill building into our work. I provide a therapeutic relationship rooted in compassion, authenticity, and nonjudgement so you can feel safe to be vulnerable in our work toward healing, resolution, and positive change.
Life experience as a first generation American; Asian woman of color; and single parent of a multiracial family also lend wisdom to my practice.
I specialize in supporting diversity, especially the bipoc and lgbtqia+ communities and those who identify as the outcast or "black sheep" of the family. My approach includes tempering the emotional with the practical; addressing unmet needs, unhealthy thought-patterns and perceptions; and employing mindfulness, self compassion, and skill building into our work. I provide a therapeutic relationship rooted in compassion, authenticity, and nonjudgement so you can feel safe to be vulnerable in our work toward healing, resolution, and positive change.
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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.