South Asian Therapists in Phoenix, AZ
We all experience trauma and severe life stressors' that leave us feeling stuck and hopeless. Your crisis may be depression, relationship issues, anxiety, chronic illness, sport performance or something that is so overwhelming you are struggling with life. Often time we hold ourselves in bondage to the choices we have made. I believe some of life's most difficult experiences leads us to our greatest growth. I will give you the tools to move forward from past attachments that seem to keep you stagnate in your life.
We all experience trauma and severe life stressors' that leave us feeling stuck and hopeless. Your crisis may be depression, relationship issues, anxiety, chronic illness, sport performance or something that is so overwhelming you are struggling with life. Often time we hold ourselves in bondage to the choices we have made. I believe some of life's most difficult experiences leads us to our greatest growth. I will give you the tools to move forward from past attachments that seem to keep you stagnate in your life.
Catherine "Kati" Lapan-Farina
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CCTSI
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85016
Showing up for yourself is often the bravest thing you can do. I believe everyone deserves happiness, healing, and the opportunity for change, even when it feels uncomfortable or overwhelming. Whether you’re navigating new parenthood, relationship challenges, feeling stuck in your career, exploring your identity, or struggling with substance use or addiction, you don’t have to do it alone. My approach is genuine, compassionate, and collaborative. I strive to create a space where you feel understood, supported, and empowered so you can move toward meaningful change with confidence and clarity.
Showing up for yourself is often the bravest thing you can do. I believe everyone deserves happiness, healing, and the opportunity for change, even when it feels uncomfortable or overwhelming. Whether you’re navigating new parenthood, relationship challenges, feeling stuck in your career, exploring your identity, or struggling with substance use or addiction, you don’t have to do it alone. My approach is genuine, compassionate, and collaborative. I strive to create a space where you feel understood, supported, and empowered so you can move toward meaningful change with confidence and clarity.
As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), I work with individuals who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected—often battling anxiety, depression, trauma, or mood instability. My ideal clients are those who have tried therapy, medication, or other routes but still feel like something’s missing. They’re searching for real, lasting relief and a provider who listens deeply, understands their unique story, and offers compassionate, evidence-based care that goes beyond a prescription pad. What sets me apart is my holistic, client-centered approach.I don’t just treat symptoms—I look at the whole person: mind & body
As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), I work with individuals who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected—often battling anxiety, depression, trauma, or mood instability. My ideal clients are those who have tried therapy, medication, or other routes but still feel like something’s missing. They’re searching for real, lasting relief and a provider who listens deeply, understands their unique story, and offers compassionate, evidence-based care that goes beyond a prescription pad. What sets me apart is my holistic, client-centered approach.I don’t just treat symptoms—I look at the whole person: mind & body
Welcome! It can be hard to reach out for help, and you are taking the first step. I aim to provide a non-judgmental space that supports your personal growth. I specialize in working with individuals around life transitions, grief, identity, generational trauma, anxiety, and depression. I acknowledge that humans have multiple intersectional identities and belong to many systems that may impact their therapeutic exploration. I hope to bring authenticity, transparency, and compassion to each session.
Welcome! It can be hard to reach out for help, and you are taking the first step. I aim to provide a non-judgmental space that supports your personal growth. I specialize in working with individuals around life transitions, grief, identity, generational trauma, anxiety, and depression. I acknowledge that humans have multiple intersectional identities and belong to many systems that may impact their therapeutic exploration. I hope to bring authenticity, transparency, and compassion to each session.
Hi, my name is Renz! I love working with children (7+), teens, and young adults up to 26 who are navigating big emotions, identity, relationships, or life transitions. Many come in feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood, or stuck; especially youth connected to behavioral health, juvenile justice, or LGBTQ+ experiences.
With 8+ years of experience in social work and as a Filipino immigrant, I bring cultural humility and deep respect for your story. Together, we will create a safe, supportive space to build coping skills, strengthen self-understanding, and help you move forward with confidence and clarity.
Hi, my name is Renz! I love working with children (7+), teens, and young adults up to 26 who are navigating big emotions, identity, relationships, or life transitions. Many come in feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood, or stuck; especially youth connected to behavioral health, juvenile justice, or LGBTQ+ experiences.
With 8+ years of experience in social work and as a Filipino immigrant, I bring cultural humility and deep respect for your story. Together, we will create a safe, supportive space to build coping skills, strengthen self-understanding, and help you move forward with confidence and clarity.
You've handled it on your own for a long time. You show up, you provide, you keep the people around you okay — and somewhere along the way, you stopped being okay yourself. Maybe it's the irritability, the flatness, the sense you're just going through the motions. Maybe the friendships have thinned out and there's no one you'd actually say this to. Maybe it's a habit you can't seem to stop. Whatever brought you here, you don't have to keep carrying it alone, and reaching out doesn't make you less of a man. As a therapist who works with addiction every day, I can tell you it's one of the strongest things you can do.
You've handled it on your own for a long time. You show up, you provide, you keep the people around you okay — and somewhere along the way, you stopped being okay yourself. Maybe it's the irritability, the flatness, the sense you're just going through the motions. Maybe the friendships have thinned out and there's no one you'd actually say this to. Maybe it's a habit you can't seem to stop. Whatever brought you here, you don't have to keep carrying it alone, and reaching out doesn't make you less of a man. As a therapist who works with addiction every day, I can tell you it's one of the strongest things you can do.
I help high-performers overcome the complex stressors of their professional and personal lives using cognitive behavioral therapies, sport psychology, and holistic mind-body interventions. I collaborate with clients to help them anxiety, life transitions, family or relationship conflict, grief, and trauma, all of which shows up for them at work or in life in unexpected ways. They are seeking insight on thinking, beliefs, or feelings that keep them stuck in patterns that no longer serve them, and want to develop new tools for managing emotions, healthy communication and boundaries, and for moving forward on self-identified goals.
I help high-performers overcome the complex stressors of their professional and personal lives using cognitive behavioral therapies, sport psychology, and holistic mind-body interventions. I collaborate with clients to help them anxiety, life transitions, family or relationship conflict, grief, and trauma, all of which shows up for them at work or in life in unexpected ways. They are seeking insight on thinking, beliefs, or feelings that keep them stuck in patterns that no longer serve them, and want to develop new tools for managing emotions, healthy communication and boundaries, and for moving forward on self-identified goals.
Leavitt Marriage and Family Therapy (CA/AZ)
Marriage & Family Therapist
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85016
At Leavitt Marriage and Family Therapy, we are dedicated to providing compassionate and effective mental health care. Our group practice is comprised of a diverse team of therapists, psychologists, and social workers who bring a wealth of experience and expertise to our clients. With practitioners from various cultural backgrounds and fluency in multiple languages, we are uniquely equipped to connect with and support individuals from all walks of life. We are located in California and Arizona. We accept most major California and Arizona insurances, making our services accessible to those who need them.
At Leavitt Marriage and Family Therapy, we are dedicated to providing compassionate and effective mental health care. Our group practice is comprised of a diverse team of therapists, psychologists, and social workers who bring a wealth of experience and expertise to our clients. With practitioners from various cultural backgrounds and fluency in multiple languages, we are uniquely equipped to connect with and support individuals from all walks of life. We are located in California and Arizona. We accept most major California and Arizona insurances, making our services accessible to those who need them.
Immigration Psychological Evaluations-Dr Grey
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Navigating the immigration process can be confusing. Your lawyer is handling the legal side, but you’re left feeling anxious, confused, and scared that the only home you’ve ever known could be taken from you. You search for answers, and that’s where I come in. An Immigration Psychological Evaluation can provide critical support for your case. This could be the key factor in keeping your family together rather than torn apart. Whether you're seeking asylum, facing hardship, applying for a waiver, or proving the emotional impact of separation, I take the time to provide a comprehensive evaluation. You don’t have to do this alone.
Navigating the immigration process can be confusing. Your lawyer is handling the legal side, but you’re left feeling anxious, confused, and scared that the only home you’ve ever known could be taken from you. You search for answers, and that’s where I come in. An Immigration Psychological Evaluation can provide critical support for your case. This could be the key factor in keeping your family together rather than torn apart. Whether you're seeking asylum, facing hardship, applying for a waiver, or proving the emotional impact of separation, I take the time to provide a comprehensive evaluation. You don’t have to do this alone.
Accepting new clients - Hi there, I am glad you are here, considering this step. Before we dive in, I want to acknowledge just how overwhelming it can be to figure out who your next therapist ought to be. With that said, I have clinical experience in working with a wide range of people of different ages, ethnicities, genders, and sexual orientations. I specialize in helping individuals with physical, emotional, sexual, and religious trauma histories, heal from the very real impact of traumatic stress. I also have experience with successfully addressing other mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, and ADHD.
Accepting new clients - Hi there, I am glad you are here, considering this step. Before we dive in, I want to acknowledge just how overwhelming it can be to figure out who your next therapist ought to be. With that said, I have clinical experience in working with a wide range of people of different ages, ethnicities, genders, and sexual orientations. I specialize in helping individuals with physical, emotional, sexual, and religious trauma histories, heal from the very real impact of traumatic stress. I also have experience with successfully addressing other mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, and ADHD.
I know that therapy can often be a daunting process and finding the right therapist is not always easy. I bring nearly 14 years of therapeutic experience to help you achieve your goals in therapy.
I know that therapy can often be a daunting process and finding the right therapist is not always easy. I bring nearly 14 years of therapeutic experience to help you achieve your goals in therapy.
I help people and couples build stronger, more connected relationships with others and with themselves. My work is rooted in compassion, cultural understanding, and really getting to know your unique experience. I especially enjoy working with women and members of the BIPOC community, including people navigating multicultural identities as immigrants, first-generation, or multilingual individuals. I know how important it is to feel truly seen and understood in therapy. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe, supported, and valued so you can show up more fully in your life and relationships.
I help people and couples build stronger, more connected relationships with others and with themselves. My work is rooted in compassion, cultural understanding, and really getting to know your unique experience. I especially enjoy working with women and members of the BIPOC community, including people navigating multicultural identities as immigrants, first-generation, or multilingual individuals. I know how important it is to feel truly seen and understood in therapy. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe, supported, and valued so you can show up more fully in your life and relationships.
I became a therapist because everyone has the potential to live a fulfilling life, but only those who are truly supported in overcoming their obstacles can reach their goals and continue to thrive. No matter how old we are, we need support and encouragement to improve our lives. As an LMSW, our sessions will be facilitated by me and supervised by Jena McBride, LPC.
I became a therapist because everyone has the potential to live a fulfilling life, but only those who are truly supported in overcoming their obstacles can reach their goals and continue to thrive. No matter how old we are, we need support and encouragement to improve our lives. As an LMSW, our sessions will be facilitated by me and supervised by Jena McBride, LPC.
I see clients in-person in Arizona and offer virtual sessions for clients in Texas. I specialize in working with trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, AAPI communities, and life transitions. I understand the challenges that personal growth and healing may bring. I am dedicated to providing an all-inclusive, safe space for clients to explore and express themselves freely. Through a collaborative effort between client and counselor, I strive to help clients gain the necessary tools for greater self-awareness, understanding, and overall healing.
I see clients in-person in Arizona and offer virtual sessions for clients in Texas. I specialize in working with trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, AAPI communities, and life transitions. I understand the challenges that personal growth and healing may bring. I am dedicated to providing an all-inclusive, safe space for clients to explore and express themselves freely. Through a collaborative effort between client and counselor, I strive to help clients gain the necessary tools for greater self-awareness, understanding, and overall healing.
Hello and bienvenue! I work with a diverse clientele and specialize in providing social justice oriented psychotherapy to BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, Persons of Color), veteran and/or active duty military folx as well as members of LGBTQIA+ communities. I provide culturally responsive therapy, which focuses on the strengths that you already have. I tend to use an Interpersonal Process theoretical approach (IPT) as well as a cognitive-behavioral theoretical approach (CBT) while also paying attention to your environment and access to social support.
Hello and bienvenue! I work with a diverse clientele and specialize in providing social justice oriented psychotherapy to BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, Persons of Color), veteran and/or active duty military folx as well as members of LGBTQIA+ communities. I provide culturally responsive therapy, which focuses on the strengths that you already have. I tend to use an Interpersonal Process theoretical approach (IPT) as well as a cognitive-behavioral theoretical approach (CBT) while also paying attention to your environment and access to social support.
Do you struggle with grief? Have you lost someone or something in your life from a breakup, divorce, job loss or financial setbacks that you struggle to move past from that affects your day-to-day life? Do you feel anxious, lost or have feelings of regret and yearn to have peace and joy? Now more than ever, individuals are feeling overwhelmed and uncertain, are struggling to manage their relationships, career and lives, but yearn to move forward. You don't have to suffer alone. There is a way to move past "hidden pain," find solutions, feel supported and regain a sense of self again.
Do you struggle with grief? Have you lost someone or something in your life from a breakup, divorce, job loss or financial setbacks that you struggle to move past from that affects your day-to-day life? Do you feel anxious, lost or have feelings of regret and yearn to have peace and joy? Now more than ever, individuals are feeling overwhelmed and uncertain, are struggling to manage their relationships, career and lives, but yearn to move forward. You don't have to suffer alone. There is a way to move past "hidden pain," find solutions, feel supported and regain a sense of self again.
Navigating life's challenges can be overwhelming, especially when they stem from deep-rooted experiences like childhood trauma or complex PTSD, dealing with anxiety or anxiety-related disorders, depression, or relationship and communication issues. But you're not alone on this journey. As a therapist, I provide a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can freely express, process, and explore their emotions. Whether you're a young professional dealing with career stress, part of a neurodiverse couple, or facing personal struggles, my goal is to support you every step of the way.
Navigating life's challenges can be overwhelming, especially when they stem from deep-rooted experiences like childhood trauma or complex PTSD, dealing with anxiety or anxiety-related disorders, depression, or relationship and communication issues. But you're not alone on this journey. As a therapist, I provide a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can freely express, process, and explore their emotions. Whether you're a young professional dealing with career stress, part of a neurodiverse couple, or facing personal struggles, my goal is to support you every step of the way.
As a South Asian and BIPOC clinician, I offer a culturally responsive, compassionate approach to adults facing trauma, mood disorders, disordered eating, and caregiver stress.
Seeking support in therapy can bring relief, clarity, and the sense of finally feeling understood. As a Licensed Professional Counselor serving adults across Texas, Ohio, and Arizona, I provide virtual therapy for individuals navigating trauma, PTSD, mood disorders, disordered eating, and the emotional impact of caregiving. Many clients come in feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, anxious, or disconnected from themselves while trying to manage life’s demands or care for others. Therapy offers a space to slow down, process what you are carrying, and understand patterns that feel hard to change. Together, we work toward healing
As a South Asian and BIPOC clinician, I offer a culturally responsive, compassionate approach to adults facing trauma, mood disorders, disordered eating, and caregiver stress.
Seeking support in therapy can bring relief, clarity, and the sense of finally feeling understood. As a Licensed Professional Counselor serving adults across Texas, Ohio, and Arizona, I provide virtual therapy for individuals navigating trauma, PTSD, mood disorders, disordered eating, and the emotional impact of caregiving. Many clients come in feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, anxious, or disconnected from themselves while trying to manage life’s demands or care for others. Therapy offers a space to slow down, process what you are carrying, and understand patterns that feel hard to change. Together, we work toward healing
Throughout life’s journey, we encounter moments that challenge us—grief, anxiety, trauma, uncertainty, and experiences that expand how we see ourselves and reality. Healing is rarely linear; it flows in cycles of contraction, expansion, and transformation. Beginning counseling can feel vulnerable, yet it is a courageous step toward integration and growth. As an Existential–Integrative counselor, I support clients as they transcend challenges, explore identity, and move toward wholeness, deeper connection, and meaningful self-actualization.
Throughout life’s journey, we encounter moments that challenge us—grief, anxiety, trauma, uncertainty, and experiences that expand how we see ourselves and reality. Healing is rarely linear; it flows in cycles of contraction, expansion, and transformation. Beginning counseling can feel vulnerable, yet it is a courageous step toward integration and growth. As an Existential–Integrative counselor, I support clients as they transcend challenges, explore identity, and move toward wholeness, deeper connection, and meaningful self-actualization.
I have a passion for working with couples and families. I have extensive evidence-based training and provide couples counseling using Gottman Method Couples Therapy and Sue Johnson’s Emotionally Focused Couples therapy interventions, as well as other evidence-based modalities. My goal is to help you rebuild a stronger foundation in your relationship; one in which you can experience true friendship, intimacy, and passion. Are you struggling to heal from infidelity/affairs and betrayals? Do you want to explore your relationship dynamics prior to marriage or moving in together?
I have a passion for working with couples and families. I have extensive evidence-based training and provide couples counseling using Gottman Method Couples Therapy and Sue Johnson’s Emotionally Focused Couples therapy interventions, as well as other evidence-based modalities. My goal is to help you rebuild a stronger foundation in your relationship; one in which you can experience true friendship, intimacy, and passion. Are you struggling to heal from infidelity/affairs and betrayals? Do you want to explore your relationship dynamics prior to marriage or moving in together?
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What can a South Asian therapist help with?
A South Asian therapist can help with the same concerns as any other therapist, including anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, stress, grief, and major life transitions. What may feel different, however, is the possibility of shared cultural understanding. If you identify with a South Asian background, such as Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Sri Lankan, or Nepali, working with a therapist who shares or understands aspects of your culture may help you feel more comfortable discussing topics such as family expectations, identity, religion, language, stigma, or intergenerational conflict.
How can a South Asian therapist support couples counseling or family therapy?
A South Asian therapist can support couples counseling or family therapy by helping partners and family members explore how cultural background can shape roles, responsibilities, and expectations in a relationship. In some South Asian families, relationship dynamics may be influenced by expectations around marriage, gender roles, caregiving, religion, family involvement, or balancing individual needs with family obligations. These issues can affect mental health as well as relationship boundaries, parenting, communication, and major life decisions. A South Asian therapist can help you navigate these conversations with greater cultural understanding.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience with South Asian clients?
If cultural background is important to you in therapy, it can be helpful to ask a prospective therapist whether they have experience working with South Asian clients or clients from your specific cultural background. In initial conversations with potential therapists, you might ask whether they have worked with concerns related to cultural identity, family expectations, intergenerational conflict, or stigma around mental health. You can also ask whether they provide therapy in your preferred language.
Who is included in Psychology Today’s directory of South Asian therapists?
The directory of South 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 South Asian is limited, the directory will also show therapists with comprehensive experience working with clients from relevant backgrounds.