South Asian Therapists in Berkeley, CA
You probably already have a theory about what's going wrong. You might even know the solution. Many people do by the time they call. The hard part is rarely knowing what isn't working, it's identifying and working through a process that leads to persistent change. This is where I come in. I can work with you to 1) clearly identify your therapy goals, 2) identify what needs to shift to attain these goals, and 3) develop and implement a plan for change that sticks. While insight is valuable, the process of transforming insight into new ways of thinking and behaving is where most people get stuck, and it is where I am most helpful.
You probably already have a theory about what's going wrong. You might even know the solution. Many people do by the time they call. The hard part is rarely knowing what isn't working, it's identifying and working through a process that leads to persistent change. This is where I come in. I can work with you to 1) clearly identify your therapy goals, 2) identify what needs to shift to attain these goals, and 3) develop and implement a plan for change that sticks. While insight is valuable, the process of transforming insight into new ways of thinking and behaving is where most people get stuck, and it is where I am most helpful.
Are you looking for holistic mental health care? Support that includes mind-body-spirit connection, informed care about trauma, disability justice, and neurodiversity, and exploration of relationship to self, loved ones, and community. Clients who are looking for understanding of greater sociopolitical context, identity development related to race, immigration status, gender and sexuality, culture, ability, and socioeconomic status.
Are you looking for holistic mental health care? Support that includes mind-body-spirit connection, informed care about trauma, disability justice, and neurodiversity, and exploration of relationship to self, loved ones, and community. Clients who are looking for understanding of greater sociopolitical context, identity development related to race, immigration status, gender and sexuality, culture, ability, and socioeconomic status.
I am a seasoned clinical and forensic psychologist who has worked at the highest clinical levels with clients across identities, class, and politics. My method is designed to massage and smooth the mental knots and that underlie insecurities, anxieties, and depressions. These are the sources of difficulties in confidence, fulfilment, and having successful relationships. Therapy with me can be intense but powerful, with change designed to last. Clients should expect to feel uncomfortable at times, as we uncover and spend time with your unique psychological defenses.
I am a seasoned clinical and forensic psychologist who has worked at the highest clinical levels with clients across identities, class, and politics. My method is designed to massage and smooth the mental knots and that underlie insecurities, anxieties, and depressions. These are the sources of difficulties in confidence, fulfilment, and having successful relationships. Therapy with me can be intense but powerful, with change designed to last. Clients should expect to feel uncomfortable at times, as we uncover and spend time with your unique psychological defenses.
You are not your symptoms; you are your strengths. Many people with trauma, bipolar disorder, psychosis, and addiction live a hurtful narrative given to them by others. "I'm not good enough. I'm a bad person. I'm not lovable. I don't belong. I'm not safe. I deserve to die." But you know what? You have strengths and potential beyond most people. I have seen so much success from people who have learned to see themselves as far more than their condition, trauma, or upbringing. And I'm here to help you decide your own destiny, build a life worth living, and reach your dreams through proven techniques.
You are not your symptoms; you are your strengths. Many people with trauma, bipolar disorder, psychosis, and addiction live a hurtful narrative given to them by others. "I'm not good enough. I'm a bad person. I'm not lovable. I don't belong. I'm not safe. I deserve to die." But you know what? You have strengths and potential beyond most people. I have seen so much success from people who have learned to see themselves as far more than their condition, trauma, or upbringing. And I'm here to help you decide your own destiny, build a life worth living, and reach your dreams through proven techniques.
Many of my clients seek therapy because they feel overwhelmed, stuck, or exhausted by anxiety, burnout, people-pleasing, or relationship patterns that feel hard to change. They may be navigating life transitions, family-of-origin wounds, trauma, grief, or perinatal challenges, and feel disconnected from themselves despite appearing capable on the outside.
Many of my clients seek therapy because they feel overwhelmed, stuck, or exhausted by anxiety, burnout, people-pleasing, or relationship patterns that feel hard to change. They may be navigating life transitions, family-of-origin wounds, trauma, grief, or perinatal challenges, and feel disconnected from themselves despite appearing capable on the outside.
Finding the right therapist can be hard - especially when you're already overwhelmed. As a therapist, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating anxiety, depression and the unique experiences that come with being part of BIPOC communities. My work is grounded in cultural humility, compassion, and evidence-based practices. I strive to create a space where you can feel seen, understood and empowered as your whole self.
Finding the right therapist can be hard - especially when you're already overwhelmed. As a therapist, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating anxiety, depression and the unique experiences that come with being part of BIPOC communities. My work is grounded in cultural humility, compassion, and evidence-based practices. I strive to create a space where you can feel seen, understood and empowered as your whole self.
Do you feel trapped in a daily struggle with food and your appearance? Have you made countless attempts to break free only to find yourself back in the same battle? Maybe it is difficult to imagine yourself being free when your self-worth is so closely tied to your body size, or when your relationship with food feels so out of control and when society and social media dictates the way we should look. Living this way is exhausting and draining. You do not want to feel this exhausted anymore. You want to love yourself and your body.
Do you feel trapped in a daily struggle with food and your appearance? Have you made countless attempts to break free only to find yourself back in the same battle? Maybe it is difficult to imagine yourself being free when your self-worth is so closely tied to your body size, or when your relationship with food feels so out of control and when society and social media dictates the way we should look. Living this way is exhausting and draining. You do not want to feel this exhausted anymore. You want to love yourself and your body.
Safe spaces matter now more than ever. We all need a place where we can unburden the old hurts, and rework our lives. For 13+ years I have supported motivated adults & teens in resolving depression, anxiety, and healing relational dynamics linked to trauma with somatic mindfulness, EMDR, Brainspotting & IFS parts work. As a first generation multicultural therapist, providing culturally attuned therapy that welcomes all parts of your diverse identity is at the crux of my practice. (BIPOC, LGBTQi ally) Holding the role of an informed guide I will support you in unearthing your truth & unwinding old conditioned patterns.
Safe spaces matter now more than ever. We all need a place where we can unburden the old hurts, and rework our lives. For 13+ years I have supported motivated adults & teens in resolving depression, anxiety, and healing relational dynamics linked to trauma with somatic mindfulness, EMDR, Brainspotting & IFS parts work. As a first generation multicultural therapist, providing culturally attuned therapy that welcomes all parts of your diverse identity is at the crux of my practice. (BIPOC, LGBTQi ally) Holding the role of an informed guide I will support you in unearthing your truth & unwinding old conditioned patterns.
As a licensed clinical psychologist, I enjoy working with adults from diverse backgrounds who seek to improve the quality of their lives. Is there a place you find yourself stuck? Have you tried all you can and still find yourself in emotional pain? Do you have some insight into what may be happening, but want to seek professional support to grow and thrive? Whether you are familiar with counseling or not, each person's therapeutic journey is unique. Some people come with a specific goal in mind and others prefer a longer supportive therapy, traversing the many layers and aspects of their life.
As a licensed clinical psychologist, I enjoy working with adults from diverse backgrounds who seek to improve the quality of their lives. Is there a place you find yourself stuck? Have you tried all you can and still find yourself in emotional pain? Do you have some insight into what may be happening, but want to seek professional support to grow and thrive? Whether you are familiar with counseling or not, each person's therapeutic journey is unique. Some people come with a specific goal in mind and others prefer a longer supportive therapy, traversing the many layers and aspects of their life.
At Bridges Therapy Group of California, we’re dedicated to matching you with the perfect therapist for you and ensuring that your insurance will truly pay for your sessions. We are contracted, in-network providers with all the insurers listed below. We verify your benefits before you start so there are no surprises to you.
At Bridges Therapy Group of California, we’re dedicated to matching you with the perfect therapist for you and ensuring that your insurance will truly pay for your sessions. We are contracted, in-network providers with all the insurers listed below. We verify your benefits before you start so there are no surprises to you.
Feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or disconnected? You might be holding it together on the outside while struggling internally, turning to alcohol or substances to cope, feeling stuck in unprocessed grief or trauma, wrestling with self-doubt, anger, or anxiety.
I help adults move beyond survival towards lives that feel grounded, meaningful, and connected. I specialize in trauma, addiction, anxiety, grief, identity-based stress, and intense emotions. My approach to therapy focuses on empowerment and transformation. I am direct, collaborative, compassionate, liberation-focused, and trauma-informed.
Feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or disconnected? You might be holding it together on the outside while struggling internally, turning to alcohol or substances to cope, feeling stuck in unprocessed grief or trauma, wrestling with self-doubt, anger, or anxiety.
I help adults move beyond survival towards lives that feel grounded, meaningful, and connected. I specialize in trauma, addiction, anxiety, grief, identity-based stress, and intense emotions. My approach to therapy focuses on empowerment and transformation. I am direct, collaborative, compassionate, liberation-focused, and trauma-informed.
I support my clients to cultivate awareness and capacity to unwind from unhealthy thought and behavior patterns. I do this by drawing on their innate strengths and resilience. Collaboratively we learn to navigate challenging emotions and life transitions to rediscover aliveness, power, joy, purpose, care and a sense of connection. I bring dynamic qualities including curiosity, creativity and warmth into sessions for growth towards wholeness. My approach is guided by mindful awareness, honest inquiry and deep compassion. I am grounded in social justice, recognizing how social-historical factors impact well-being. I believe healing is a journey towards liberation.
I support my clients to cultivate awareness and capacity to unwind from unhealthy thought and behavior patterns. I do this by drawing on their innate strengths and resilience. Collaboratively we learn to navigate challenging emotions and life transitions to rediscover aliveness, power, joy, purpose, care and a sense of connection. I bring dynamic qualities including curiosity, creativity and warmth into sessions for growth towards wholeness. My approach is guided by mindful awareness, honest inquiry and deep compassion. I am grounded in social justice, recognizing how social-historical factors impact well-being. I believe healing is a journey towards liberation.
Baljeet Heyer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
3 Endorsed
Berkeley, CA 94704
Waitlist for new clients
I work with people impacted by anxiety and trauma, with a focus on childhood trauma. Early experiences can shape patterns that once helped you feel safe, but may now feel exhausting or limiting. These can show up as people pleasing, perfectionism, difficulty trusting yourself or others, or feeling on edge. You may feel emotionally dysregulated or drained. Therapy can be a place to help lift the load from your shoulders. It can be a place to develop a deeper understanding of yourself, patterns, and relationships. Beyond developing a deeper understanding, we can explore meaningful steps for you to take, at your own pace.
I work with people impacted by anxiety and trauma, with a focus on childhood trauma. Early experiences can shape patterns that once helped you feel safe, but may now feel exhausting or limiting. These can show up as people pleasing, perfectionism, difficulty trusting yourself or others, or feeling on edge. You may feel emotionally dysregulated or drained. Therapy can be a place to help lift the load from your shoulders. It can be a place to develop a deeper understanding of yourself, patterns, and relationships. Beyond developing a deeper understanding, we can explore meaningful steps for you to take, at your own pace.
Is your child worried, sad, or easily distracted? Are you going through a significant life transition and need someone to confide in? I am a licensed clinical psychologist with 12 years of experience providing therapy to children, adolescents, young adults, and families. I treat a range of clinical presentations, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and disruptive behavior. I have specific expertise working with LGBTQIA+ youth, including transgender and non-binary youth receiving gender-affirming medical care, and supporting families through the acceptance process.
Is your child worried, sad, or easily distracted? Are you going through a significant life transition and need someone to confide in? I am a licensed clinical psychologist with 12 years of experience providing therapy to children, adolescents, young adults, and families. I treat a range of clinical presentations, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and disruptive behavior. I have specific expertise working with LGBTQIA+ youth, including transgender and non-binary youth receiving gender-affirming medical care, and supporting families through the acceptance process.
I’m not beating around the bush here: things are pretty messed up right now. And when it feels like the world is on fire, of course you’re going to be freaking out. Maybe your life seemed fine until recently, and maybe you’ve been struggling longer than you can remember. Either way, I am here to help. I work with all ages, genders, sexualities, racial backgrounds, cultures, and subcultures. From work stress to identity crises, communication problems to childhood trauma, all issues need space to breathe, and a big part of that is finding a therapist you can be real with.
I’m not beating around the bush here: things are pretty messed up right now. And when it feels like the world is on fire, of course you’re going to be freaking out. Maybe your life seemed fine until recently, and maybe you’ve been struggling longer than you can remember. Either way, I am here to help. I work with all ages, genders, sexualities, racial backgrounds, cultures, and subcultures. From work stress to identity crises, communication problems to childhood trauma, all issues need space to breathe, and a big part of that is finding a therapist you can be real with.
My therapeutic work is influenced by my intersectional identities and experiences as an immigrant, Bangladeshi, South Asian, Muslim, womyn, queer, survivor, and artist.
My practice is supporting others in becoming more resilient and taking steps towards leading a life with more meaning and intentionality. Our unique intersections of life have brought us experiences and challenges that made a lasting impact on how we navigate our systems and relationships. Becoming more aware of the patterns that enabled us to survive in the past can aid in providing more insight and clarity into ourselves to inform our future. Together we will build capacity for unlearning old patterns and developing new capacities that support your growth process and change the narrative from surviving to thriving.
My therapeutic work is influenced by my intersectional identities and experiences as an immigrant, Bangladeshi, South Asian, Muslim, womyn, queer, survivor, and artist.
My practice is supporting others in becoming more resilient and taking steps towards leading a life with more meaning and intentionality. Our unique intersections of life have brought us experiences and challenges that made a lasting impact on how we navigate our systems and relationships. Becoming more aware of the patterns that enabled us to survive in the past can aid in providing more insight and clarity into ourselves to inform our future. Together we will build capacity for unlearning old patterns and developing new capacities that support your growth process and change the narrative from surviving to thriving.
I work with clients to cultivate deeper insight & understanding about the ways our life experiences impact our choices & behaviors. I support clients to connect with their sense of agency & power to make changes to unhealthy behaviors & create proactive coping strategies for managing situations they may not be able to change yet. Additionally, I draw upon clients' strengths, culture, spirituality & community as a means of facilitating healing, empowerment & change. My therapeutic approach is grounded in anti-racist & social justice principles & I utilize talk & somatic therapy techniques centered in mindfulness.
I work with clients to cultivate deeper insight & understanding about the ways our life experiences impact our choices & behaviors. I support clients to connect with their sense of agency & power to make changes to unhealthy behaviors & create proactive coping strategies for managing situations they may not be able to change yet. Additionally, I draw upon clients' strengths, culture, spirituality & community as a means of facilitating healing, empowerment & change. My therapeutic approach is grounded in anti-racist & social justice principles & I utilize talk & somatic therapy techniques centered in mindfulness.
Are you feeling stressed and having trouble managing anxiety? Are you feeling listless or disconnected from life? If so, you've come to the right place. I'm worked with many newbies and veterans to the therapy process to help them build more capacity to be with their emotions so that they can live a more fulfilling life. I've had clients resolve chronic pain syndromes, go from being single to being in a relationship, find greater purpose in their work, become free of depression, and more.
Are you feeling stressed and having trouble managing anxiety? Are you feeling listless or disconnected from life? If so, you've come to the right place. I'm worked with many newbies and veterans to the therapy process to help them build more capacity to be with their emotions so that they can live a more fulfilling life. I've had clients resolve chronic pain syndromes, go from being single to being in a relationship, find greater purpose in their work, become free of depression, and more.
“The wound is the place where the light enters.”
(Rumi)
Although I did not know it then, my journey to becoming a psychologist began when I first came across this powerful quote by Rumi. I was seventeen at the time, unaware of the transformative potential of moving towards my wounds instead of turning away from them. It is through my deep and consistent practice of meeting my own shadows that I facilitate my professional therapeutic work.
“The wound is the place where the light enters.”
(Rumi)
Although I did not know it then, my journey to becoming a psychologist began when I first came across this powerful quote by Rumi. I was seventeen at the time, unaware of the transformative potential of moving towards my wounds instead of turning away from them. It is through my deep and consistent practice of meeting my own shadows that I facilitate my professional therapeutic work.
I connect with the South Asian and LGBTQ communities, with immigrants, with all groups and ages, and also relate to that which is universal and particular in you.
You are hurting, or anxious, are considering psychotherapy and whether to trust me to facilitate your healing. My experience with adults, couples and children will support your inner journey and that of loved ones. We will create space for you to contemplate internal, external and relationship challenges. Through an attuned therapeutic relationship, I will help you address internal challenges - depression, anxiety and trauma. Empathically, I help you face external challenges - discrimination, immigration and life transitions. I also support you in navigating relationships, in which your internal worlds connect with those of others.
I connect with the South Asian and LGBTQ communities, with immigrants, with all groups and ages, and also relate to that which is universal and particular in you.
You are hurting, or anxious, are considering psychotherapy and whether to trust me to facilitate your healing. My experience with adults, couples and children will support your inner journey and that of loved ones. We will create space for you to contemplate internal, external and relationship challenges. Through an attuned therapeutic relationship, I will help you address internal challenges - depression, anxiety and trauma. Empathically, I help you face external challenges - discrimination, immigration and life transitions. I also support you in navigating relationships, in which your internal worlds connect with those of others.
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South Asian Counseling
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.