South Asian Therapists in Burlingame, CA
As someone who understands the nuances of holding two cultures, particularly within POC and South Asian Communities, I incorporate art therapy as a way to support nonverbal expression, healing and self discovery.
Working together in an empathetic space, you can be your authentic self. Enhancing the space with validation, humor, and compassion toward your real self. I want to meet you where you are and have you experience what it feels to have your voice heard.
As someone who understands the nuances of holding two cultures, particularly within POC and South Asian Communities, I incorporate art therapy as a way to support nonverbal expression, healing and self discovery.
Working together in an empathetic space, you can be your authentic self. Enhancing the space with validation, humor, and compassion toward your real self. I want to meet you where you are and have you experience what it feels to have your voice heard.
I'm Geeta Devjani, LMFT, and I'm a bilingual/bi-cultural clinician. I am able to provide clinically and culturally sensitive outpatient mental health services to adults and children. I have experience working with clients from a multi-ethnic, underserved population who present with a range of emotional and behavioral difficulties (e.g., post-traumatic stress responses, attachment difficulties, regulatory and sensory challenges, depression and anxiety). I can support you in your struggle with challenging life transitions, processing of traumatic experiences and challenges with emotional regulation.
I'm Geeta Devjani, LMFT, and I'm a bilingual/bi-cultural clinician. I am able to provide clinically and culturally sensitive outpatient mental health services to adults and children. I have experience working with clients from a multi-ethnic, underserved population who present with a range of emotional and behavioral difficulties (e.g., post-traumatic stress responses, attachment difficulties, regulatory and sensory challenges, depression and anxiety). I can support you in your struggle with challenging life transitions, processing of traumatic experiences and challenges with emotional regulation.
I am a clinical psychologist specializing in CBT with children, adolescents, and young adults, offering in-person and telehealth services in SF. I treat a range of issues including anxiety, depression, social difficulties, and disruptive behaviors. I offer individual therapy, parent consultations, and parent-child therapy. I welcome clients across all genders, races, and identities and respect the diverse experiences of each client.
I am a clinical psychologist specializing in CBT with children, adolescents, and young adults, offering in-person and telehealth services in SF. I treat a range of issues including anxiety, depression, social difficulties, and disruptive behaviors. I offer individual therapy, parent consultations, and parent-child therapy. I welcome clients across all genders, races, and identities and respect the diverse experiences of each client.
I work with teens and adults (14+) who are ready for change but feel weighed down or stuck. My clients are often women, people of color, and LGBTQ individuals who are high-achieving but put immense pressure on themselves, whether at work, in relationships, or both, and are struggling with anxiety or depression. I especially love working with those seeking greater confidence, or arelearning how to set boundaries and prioritize themselves. My specialty is people struggling with ADD/ADHD. At the heart of my work is helping people find their voice; and learning how to use it in ways that feel authentic, powerful, and heard.
I work with teens and adults (14+) who are ready for change but feel weighed down or stuck. My clients are often women, people of color, and LGBTQ individuals who are high-achieving but put immense pressure on themselves, whether at work, in relationships, or both, and are struggling with anxiety or depression. I especially love working with those seeking greater confidence, or arelearning how to set boundaries and prioritize themselves. My specialty is people struggling with ADD/ADHD. At the heart of my work is helping people find their voice; and learning how to use it in ways that feel authentic, powerful, and heard.
Life can feel messy, especially when you're carrying multiple roles, identities, and expectations. I'm Bindhu Prasad, LMFT—a therapist, and fellow human walking alongside clients as they navigate parent-child struggles, ADHD, Autism, trauma, grief, and transitions. I work with children ages 5 and above, adults and couples on emotional processing, better communication and problem solving skills so they can pursue their goals with confidence. As a school therapist, I have supported students and families navigating IEPs, 504 Plans, and social-emotional development.
Life can feel messy, especially when you're carrying multiple roles, identities, and expectations. I'm Bindhu Prasad, LMFT—a therapist, and fellow human walking alongside clients as they navigate parent-child struggles, ADHD, Autism, trauma, grief, and transitions. I work with children ages 5 and above, adults and couples on emotional processing, better communication and problem solving skills so they can pursue their goals with confidence. As a school therapist, I have supported students and families navigating IEPs, 504 Plans, and social-emotional development.
You might feel anxious, numb, or caught in a loop of overthinking, like you’re carrying too much and still wondering if it’s even bad enough to ask for help. Maybe you’re burned out, stuck in survival mode, or questioning what truly matters. Transitions, identity stress, or old wounds can make it hard to feel grounded or connected to yourself.
Therapy offers a place to slow down, understand what’s happening inside you, and reconnect with the parts of your life that feel meaningful. Together, we can work toward a steadier sense of self that feels empowered, present, and aligned with who you want to be.
You might feel anxious, numb, or caught in a loop of overthinking, like you’re carrying too much and still wondering if it’s even bad enough to ask for help. Maybe you’re burned out, stuck in survival mode, or questioning what truly matters. Transitions, identity stress, or old wounds can make it hard to feel grounded or connected to yourself.
Therapy offers a place to slow down, understand what’s happening inside you, and reconnect with the parts of your life that feel meaningful. Together, we can work toward a steadier sense of self that feels empowered, present, and aligned with who you want to be.
Ritu Sood - Center For Mindful Psychotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I offer a safe and compassionate space for individuals and couples in their healing process. Life can get difficult sometimes as we try to juggle the demands of the external world while finding internal balance and harmony. We can carry the pain inflicted on us due to circumstances, or by others. And sometimes it is just a feeling of wanting something more from life than what seems feasible. These experiences can leave us feeling isolated and disconnected from our sense of aliveness, joy and creativity. I support my clients on their journey towards creating a more satisfying life that feels wholesome both internally and externally.
I offer a safe and compassionate space for individuals and couples in their healing process. Life can get difficult sometimes as we try to juggle the demands of the external world while finding internal balance and harmony. We can carry the pain inflicted on us due to circumstances, or by others. And sometimes it is just a feeling of wanting something more from life than what seems feasible. These experiences can leave us feeling isolated and disconnected from our sense of aliveness, joy and creativity. I support my clients on their journey towards creating a more satisfying life that feels wholesome both internally and externally.
I have over 20 years of experience working as a psychotherapist, researcher, educator and supervisor in the field of psychology. I have had the privilege of training at UCLA with leading experts in the fields of psychiatry and psychology and have conducted clinical research at the UCLA Medical Center for several years.
I have over 20 years of experience working as a psychotherapist, researcher, educator and supervisor in the field of psychology. I have had the privilege of training at UCLA with leading experts in the fields of psychiatry and psychology and have conducted clinical research at the UCLA Medical Center for several years.
Sapna
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Burlingame, CA 94010
Not accepting new clients
As a therapist in the Bay Area for over 20 years I have come to appreciate the unique challenges we face in this accelerated environment. Using honesty, empathy and a little humor; we will work together to identify and address barriers to progress in your personal and/or professional life. I specialize in the treatment anxiety/depression, under achieving, low self esteem and substance abuse/addiction. I can help with interpersonal conflict and communication in personal and professional environments. Over the years I have helped parents, those caring for aging parents, spouses, managers and students improve their overall wellbeing
As a therapist in the Bay Area for over 20 years I have come to appreciate the unique challenges we face in this accelerated environment. Using honesty, empathy and a little humor; we will work together to identify and address barriers to progress in your personal and/or professional life. I specialize in the treatment anxiety/depression, under achieving, low self esteem and substance abuse/addiction. I can help with interpersonal conflict and communication in personal and professional environments. Over the years I have helped parents, those caring for aging parents, spouses, managers and students improve their overall wellbeing
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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 an LCSW with more than 20 yrs of experience supporting children, adolescents, TAY, adults and families facing anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional regulation challenges, family conflict, life transitions and serious mental health concerns. I also support clients experiencing school, behavioral, cultural and identity-related stressors. My goal is to build a trusting therapeutic relationship where you feel heard, supported and empowered. Together, we will identify your strengths, explore challenges and develop practical strategies coping skills, and support meaningful personal growth.
I am an LCSW with more than 20 yrs of experience supporting children, adolescents, TAY, adults and families facing anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional regulation challenges, family conflict, life transitions and serious mental health concerns. I also support clients experiencing school, behavioral, cultural and identity-related stressors. My goal is to build a trusting therapeutic relationship where you feel heard, supported and empowered. Together, we will identify your strengths, explore challenges and develop practical strategies coping skills, and support meaningful personal growth.
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.
You’ve spent a long time trying to meet cultural, family, and social expectations by being responsible and easy for others to accept. You became the version of yourself that made sense to everyone else. Underneath that, there’s often a quieter story: parts of you that feel unseen, misunderstood, or muted. You may appear put together on the outside while privately carrying something you've never had the right space to set down.
You’ve spent a long time trying to meet cultural, family, and social expectations by being responsible and easy for others to accept. You became the version of yourself that made sense to everyone else. Underneath that, there’s often a quieter story: parts of you that feel unseen, misunderstood, or muted. You may appear put together on the outside while privately carrying something you've never had the right space to set down.
The clients I see are hardworking and passionate, dealing with depression, anxiety, insomnia, chronic pain, or the effects of trauma. They are perfectionists who are trying so hard but feeling like they're going nowhere. They're tired of being in the same emotional rut. They want evidence-based treatment that works.
I help clients throughout California find new coping skills and build loving self-compassion. I extend a warm invitation to Asian American and Desi clients who are grappling with stigma around therapy. Let's talk about work stress, dating, marriage, sexual orientation, aging, family expectations, and identity.
The clients I see are hardworking and passionate, dealing with depression, anxiety, insomnia, chronic pain, or the effects of trauma. They are perfectionists who are trying so hard but feeling like they're going nowhere. They're tired of being in the same emotional rut. They want evidence-based treatment that works.
I help clients throughout California find new coping skills and build loving self-compassion. I extend a warm invitation to Asian American and Desi clients who are grappling with stigma around therapy. Let's talk about work stress, dating, marriage, sexual orientation, aging, family expectations, and identity.
I am a first-generation Vietnamese-American refugee and daughter of immigrants. I have personally experienced the challenges of healing and living with trauma, and I share many of the same experiences as those who are on this journey. These experiences have shaped my understanding of the impact that trauma and emotional pain can have on our lives. I have been providing mental health care for over 10 years, and I offer my clients genuine, honest, and compassionate care. Clients who see me have received support in the following areas: anxiety, grief and loss, life transition stress, breaking generational patterns, and burnout.
I am a first-generation Vietnamese-American refugee and daughter of immigrants. I have personally experienced the challenges of healing and living with trauma, and I share many of the same experiences as those who are on this journey. These experiences have shaped my understanding of the impact that trauma and emotional pain can have on our lives. I have been providing mental health care for over 10 years, and I offer my clients genuine, honest, and compassionate care. Clients who see me have received support in the following areas: anxiety, grief and loss, life transition stress, breaking generational patterns, and burnout.
You may feel exhausted trying to break generational cycles without knowing how to start. You silently carry the weight of cultural expectations, systemic oppression, and intellectualization or detachment that was once a survival strategy, but now has become a barrier preventing you from feeling your feelings. Your past therapists have called you "too aware," "insightful," or have tried to get you to unsuccessfully logic your way out of your feelings. You are tired of performing for others. What you yearn for is to truly be seen, a place where you can be feel your feelings instead of having to explain them.
You may feel exhausted trying to break generational cycles without knowing how to start. You silently carry the weight of cultural expectations, systemic oppression, and intellectualization or detachment that was once a survival strategy, but now has become a barrier preventing you from feeling your feelings. Your past therapists have called you "too aware," "insightful," or have tried to get you to unsuccessfully logic your way out of your feelings. You are tired of performing for others. What you yearn for is to truly be seen, a place where you can be feel your feelings instead of having to explain them.
I am honored to have the opportunity to work with individuals and couples as they navigate life’s challenges and move toward greater healing, connection, and self-understanding. I support clients experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, grief, life transitions, peer relationship challenges, and marital or premarital concerns. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in helping clients feel seen, supported, and empowered as they build practical tools for change. I have also done significant work supporting clients with ADHD, autism, behavioral concerns, coping skills, and school-related challenges.
I am honored to have the opportunity to work with individuals and couples as they navigate life’s challenges and move toward greater healing, connection, and self-understanding. I support clients experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, grief, life transitions, peer relationship challenges, and marital or premarital concerns. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in helping clients feel seen, supported, and empowered as they build practical tools for change. I have also done significant work supporting clients with ADHD, autism, behavioral concerns, coping skills, and school-related challenges.
Something in your inner life isn't changing. The same patterns repeat. The briefer therapies didn't last. The life you've built doesn't quite fit who you are.
I'm an experienced licensed clinical psychologist offering online depth psychotherapy for adults across California. Weekly virtual sessions, long-term and open-ended. Work that goes underneath symptoms rather than managing them. The people who fit me best have tried short-term approaches and want something more substantive.
Something in your inner life isn't changing. The same patterns repeat. The briefer therapies didn't last. The life you've built doesn't quite fit who you are.
I'm an experienced licensed clinical psychologist offering online depth psychotherapy for adults across California. Weekly virtual sessions, long-term and open-ended. Work that goes underneath symptoms rather than managing them. The people who fit me best have tried short-term approaches and want something more substantive.
As a Multicultural Affirming Therapist, who identifies as an Indo-Fijian ( South Asian/Desi and Pacific Islander), I work with individuals and couples/families navigating relationships, cultural and identity pressures, anxiety, and life transitions — holding the whole of who you are.
Using the Gottman Method and a culturally grounded approach, I help you move from stuck to steady. With 10 years of experience working with young adults and nontraditional students to nonprofit mental health, I aim to create supportive therapy spaces for historically marginalized individuals/communities to explore their mental health.
As a Multicultural Affirming Therapist, who identifies as an Indo-Fijian ( South Asian/Desi and Pacific Islander), I work with individuals and couples/families navigating relationships, cultural and identity pressures, anxiety, and life transitions — holding the whole of who you are.
Using the Gottman Method and a culturally grounded approach, I help you move from stuck to steady. With 10 years of experience working with young adults and nontraditional students to nonprofit mental health, I aim to create supportive therapy spaces for historically marginalized individuals/communities to explore their mental health.
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 long term 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 persists. 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 useful.
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 long term 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 persists. 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 useful.
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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.