South Asian Therapists in San Ramon, CA
The thing I hear most from clients, whether struggling with anxiety or relationships or healing from trauma, is "What now? I understand why I feel this way but what can I do about it? How can I feel better when my heart feels like it's going to explode? What do I do when I feel so awful I can't get out of bed?" I get it. It's one thing to feel supported and understood in therapy, but it's another to go out in the world and manage the daily overwhelm and triggers that can set us back and make it hard to function in the moment. This is why I want to help you create your own personalized tool box, to empower you in your own self care.
The thing I hear most from clients, whether struggling with anxiety or relationships or healing from trauma, is "What now? I understand why I feel this way but what can I do about it? How can I feel better when my heart feels like it's going to explode? What do I do when I feel so awful I can't get out of bed?" I get it. It's one thing to feel supported and understood in therapy, but it's another to go out in the world and manage the daily overwhelm and triggers that can set us back and make it hard to function in the moment. This is why I want to help you create your own personalized tool box, to empower you in your own self care.
Our ideal clients are individuals and families seeking clarity regarding cognitive, emotional, or developmental challenges. Many come to us feeling overwhelmed by "unseen" hurdles, whether it's a child struggling in school, an adult facing memory concerns, or a high-achiever battling burnout and ADHD symptoms. We specialize in diagnosing ADHD, Autism, and cognitive impairments. Our team helps you move forward by replacing uncertainty with a data-driven road map. We don't just provide a diagnosis; we offer actionable strategies and tools to help you navigate life with confidence. We offer evaluations ages 5 and up (12 and up virtual)
Our ideal clients are individuals and families seeking clarity regarding cognitive, emotional, or developmental challenges. Many come to us feeling overwhelmed by "unseen" hurdles, whether it's a child struggling in school, an adult facing memory concerns, or a high-achiever battling burnout and ADHD symptoms. We specialize in diagnosing ADHD, Autism, and cognitive impairments. Our team helps you move forward by replacing uncertainty with a data-driven road map. We don't just provide a diagnosis; we offer actionable strategies and tools to help you navigate life with confidence. We offer evaluations ages 5 and up (12 and up virtual)
Many of my clients are successful South Asian professionals who are privately struggling with anxiety, people-pleasing, burnout, guilt and shame, and complicated family dynamics.
I specialize in working with South Asian adults navigating intergenerational pressure, perfectionism, trauma, and boundary-setting with parents and family. Together, we untangle inherited beliefs like “sacrifice equals love” or “good children don’t disappoint,” so you can create a life that feels calm and aligned, without constant guilt and shame.
Many of my clients are successful South Asian professionals who are privately struggling with anxiety, people-pleasing, burnout, guilt and shame, and complicated family dynamics.
I specialize in working with South Asian adults navigating intergenerational pressure, perfectionism, trauma, and boundary-setting with parents and family. Together, we untangle inherited beliefs like “sacrifice equals love” or “good children don’t disappoint,” so you can create a life that feels calm and aligned, without constant guilt and shame.
Many individuals come to therapy carrying trauma, anxiety, depression, or long‑standing patterns that feel hard to break. I offer individual and couples therapy in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu, creating a space where culture, identity, and lived experience are understood. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, cultural stress, and support justice‑involved individuals who want to interrupt old cycles and create meaningful change. In our sessions, you’ll have a calm, steady space to understand your emotions, rebuild emotional regulations and move towards stability. I welcome you to reach out to seek self-healing and peace.
Many individuals come to therapy carrying trauma, anxiety, depression, or long‑standing patterns that feel hard to break. I offer individual and couples therapy in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu, creating a space where culture, identity, and lived experience are understood. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, cultural stress, and support justice‑involved individuals who want to interrupt old cycles and create meaningful change. In our sessions, you’ll have a calm, steady space to understand your emotions, rebuild emotional regulations and move towards stability. I welcome you to reach out to seek self-healing and peace.
Welcome to my practice! I work with adults, families, teens, children, and first responders to provide various types of counseling, including but not limited to CBT, EMDR, Trauma focused CBT, behavioral interventions, play therapy, parenting support, etc… Whether you are feeling stuck, frustrated, anxious, or depressed, I can help you cope with these feelings and improve your overall satisfaction in your life and relationships in a safe and confidential environment. No problem is too big, too small, or too shocking. Please reach out via email to minalcsw@gmail.com to schedule a conversation with me.
Welcome to my practice! I work with adults, families, teens, children, and first responders to provide various types of counseling, including but not limited to CBT, EMDR, Trauma focused CBT, behavioral interventions, play therapy, parenting support, etc… Whether you are feeling stuck, frustrated, anxious, or depressed, I can help you cope with these feelings and improve your overall satisfaction in your life and relationships in a safe and confidential environment. No problem is too big, too small, or too shocking. Please reach out via email to minalcsw@gmail.com to schedule a conversation with me.
I focus on relationships, self-esteem, South Asian mental health, life transitions, and anxiety.
I help partners identify and understand how your core vulnerabilities interact to thwart empathy, stoke destructive communication, and foment distrust, alienation, anger, shame, and a loss of intimacy. You learn how leading with curiosity, empathy and the intention of increasing understanding fosters intimacy, connection, and resilience in the relationship.
I focus on relationships, self-esteem, South Asian mental health, life transitions, and anxiety.
I help partners identify and understand how your core vulnerabilities interact to thwart empathy, stoke destructive communication, and foment distrust, alienation, anger, shame, and a loss of intimacy. You learn how leading with curiosity, empathy and the intention of increasing understanding fosters intimacy, connection, and resilience in the relationship.
When parents are overwhelmed, anxious, or frequently arguing with their teen, having concrete strategies and someone who truly understands the landscape can make all the difference. My background includes years working with adolescents as a 7th-grade teacher and also a court-appointed youth advocate. I understand the unique pressures facing youth and am experienced in building the trust necessary to bypass typical adolescent resistance. By addressing anxiety at its root, I help middle school and high school teens understand their emotions, build resilience and confidence, and support families in communicating effectively together.
When parents are overwhelmed, anxious, or frequently arguing with their teen, having concrete strategies and someone who truly understands the landscape can make all the difference. My background includes years working with adolescents as a 7th-grade teacher and also a court-appointed youth advocate. I understand the unique pressures facing youth and am experienced in building the trust necessary to bypass typical adolescent resistance. By addressing anxiety at its root, I help middle school and high school teens understand their emotions, build resilience and confidence, and support families in communicating effectively together.
I aim to empower you to be the expert about your child, while serving as a collaborative advocate throughout the treatment process to ensure quality of care and services. I provide a playful, creative, and supportive environment for youngsters of all ages. My goal is to ensure they feel heard, understood, and safe because the best foundation to progress in therapy is to maintain a comfortable and trusting relationship that helps them look forward to each session! With over 10 years of experience in child and adolescent therapy (ages 0-17), I help youth navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and neurodevelopmental challenges.
I aim to empower you to be the expert about your child, while serving as a collaborative advocate throughout the treatment process to ensure quality of care and services. I provide a playful, creative, and supportive environment for youngsters of all ages. My goal is to ensure they feel heard, understood, and safe because the best foundation to progress in therapy is to maintain a comfortable and trusting relationship that helps them look forward to each session! With over 10 years of experience in child and adolescent therapy (ages 0-17), I help youth navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and neurodevelopmental challenges.
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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.
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 work with clients from collectivist cultures — South Asian, East Asian, Middle Eastern, Latin American, African, Eastern European, Orthodox Christian and Jewish communities.
You used to be able to talk. Now there are topics you've silently agreed to avoid — because every time you try, it ends the same way. The distance has grown so quietly you almost didn't notice. And now, in the same house, in the same bed, you feel alone. The problem is rarely what couples think it is. Beneath the argument is something your partner has been trying to tell you — that neither of you has been able to hear. Because we all carry filters — shaped by our families, our cultures, our histories — that quietly distort what we receive.
I work with clients from collectivist cultures — South Asian, East Asian, Middle Eastern, Latin American, African, Eastern European, Orthodox Christian and Jewish communities.
You used to be able to talk. Now there are topics you've silently agreed to avoid — because every time you try, it ends the same way. The distance has grown so quietly you almost didn't notice. And now, in the same house, in the same bed, you feel alone. The problem is rarely what couples think it is. Beneath the argument is something your partner has been trying to tell you — that neither of you has been able to hear. Because we all carry filters — shaped by our families, our cultures, our histories — that quietly distort what we receive.
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 may find yourself feeling stuck in painful patterns, overwhelmed by emotions, disconnected from yourself, or wondering why you react the way you do in certain situations or relationships. Anxiety, depression, trauma, and difficult life experiences can leave you feeling emotionally exhausted, on edge, numb, or constantly struggling to feel understood and connected. My goal is to help you better understand your emotional responses, behavioral patterns, and relationship dynamics so you can begin creating meaningful, lasting change and feel more connected to yourself, your emotions, and the life you want to live.
You may find yourself feeling stuck in painful patterns, overwhelmed by emotions, disconnected from yourself, or wondering why you react the way you do in certain situations or relationships. Anxiety, depression, trauma, and difficult life experiences can leave you feeling emotionally exhausted, on edge, numb, or constantly struggling to feel understood and connected. My goal is to help you better understand your emotional responses, behavioral patterns, and relationship dynamics so you can begin creating meaningful, lasting change and feel more connected to yourself, your emotions, and the life you want to live.
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.
In therapy I use a culture/ identity informed lens, understanding the importance as a first generation queer Indian American myself.
Simple talk therapy often isn't enough for many. Difficulty trusting others, self criticism, reactivity, perfectionism, trouble maintaining relationships or friendships, having overwhelming emotions or anxiety, or low energy/ motivation, is when therapy that involves developing coping skills to regulate, identify sources of patterns from the past and finding a path forward, may help you break free from these issues.
I also have extensive experience working with late diagnosed adults with autism and/or ADHD. For these clients, I also incorporate identifying needs, providing self accommodations, tools, and psycho-education.
In therapy I use a culture/ identity informed lens, understanding the importance as a first generation queer Indian American myself.
Simple talk therapy often isn't enough for many. Difficulty trusting others, self criticism, reactivity, perfectionism, trouble maintaining relationships or friendships, having overwhelming emotions or anxiety, or low energy/ motivation, is when therapy that involves developing coping skills to regulate, identify sources of patterns from the past and finding a path forward, may help you break free from these issues.
I also have extensive experience working with late diagnosed adults with autism and/or ADHD. For these clients, I also incorporate identifying needs, providing self accommodations, tools, and psycho-education.
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.
Maybe you've spent so much of your life becoming who everyone else needed you to be that you've forgotten what it feels like to simply be yourself. You may look like you're holding it all together, yet something inside still feels disconnected, heavy, or missing.
Maybe you've spent so much of your life becoming who everyone else needed you to be that you've forgotten what it feels like to simply be yourself. You may look like you're holding it all together, yet something inside still feels disconnected, heavy, or missing.
Therapy is difficult. Each person has their own unique background, painful experience(s), mental health concerns, challenges, setbacks, and both internal and external barriers to living the life they most want to lead. People who tend to both enjoy and benefit most out of therapy with me are those who are motivated, open to exploring deeper parts of themselves to gain insight into how it contributes to their current functioning, are open to being challenged on their thinking and behavioral patterns, and are able to commit to reflecting and practicing strategies (if needed) between sessions.
Therapy is difficult. Each person has their own unique background, painful experience(s), mental health concerns, challenges, setbacks, and both internal and external barriers to living the life they most want to lead. People who tend to both enjoy and benefit most out of therapy with me are those who are motivated, open to exploring deeper parts of themselves to gain insight into how it contributes to their current functioning, are open to being challenged on their thinking and behavioral patterns, and are able to commit to reflecting and practicing strategies (if needed) between sessions.
Many are South Asian adults carrying the weight of family expectations, cultural pressure, and the unspoken rule that falling apart is not an option.
I specialize in anxiety, perfectionism, and burnout, the kind that hides behind a full calendar and a polished exterior. My approach is mindfulness-based and integrates nervous system work, insight-oriented therapy, and CBT. I offer in-person sessions in Ventura, CA and online therapy across California, Illinois, and New York.
Many are South Asian adults carrying the weight of family expectations, cultural pressure, and the unspoken rule that falling apart is not an option.
I specialize in anxiety, perfectionism, and burnout, the kind that hides behind a full calendar and a polished exterior. My approach is mindfulness-based and integrates nervous system work, insight-oriented therapy, and CBT. I offer in-person sessions in Ventura, CA and online therapy across California, Illinois, and New York.
Dr. Madrone Love | Neuro-inclusive Psychologist
Psychologist, PsyD
4 Endorsed
Berkeley, CA 94703
Waitlist for new clients
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.