Punjabi Therapists in Bainbridge Island, WA

Welcome to my page and congratulations on taking the first step towards investing in your well-being. I hope to hear from you. Human experiences such as anxiety, depression, grief and loss, life transitions, family of origin issues, relational issues, trauma, abuse, and neglect can often lead to feelings of being stuck, social isolation, struggles with meaning making and spirituality, unmet needs, lack of self-awareness, incongruence, and hopelessness. Counseling can be an amazing resource in such times because we all deserve to be heard and seen in a safe place.

Are you a teen who feels like no one understands you? Are you a parent who is struggling with parenting challenges? Are you an adult having trouble in coping with anxiety, depression, ADHD, work stress, or a couple struggling with marital problems where it is so hard to connect with your partner? Life can be hard, and we often find ourselves stuck. I'm here to help you to cope with the life's struggles without feeling alone. I have 23 years of experience providing therapy to children, adolescents, adults and couples. I can assist you in finding solutions to your problems and guide you to the path of happiness and success.

Anand, coined in Eastern Philosophies, embodies human happiness or bliss. Our past experiences can act as barriers to this experience. In therapy, a journey of self-discovery, we co-create a space to unwind your narrative and find healing. I invite you to explore a heightened self-awareness to guide your everyday expierencing. As a guide, I assist with individuals facing grief and loss, anxiety, OCD, depression, life transitions, bipoc/immigrant issues, and trauma/attachment concerns. Together, let’s seek out to discover your definition of Anand—an essence of contentment.

The power of personal narratives and story-telling dates back to our origins as human beings. We feel seen and heard when our stories are held with compassion and dignity. How would it feel to be witnessed without being pathologized? Healing is a collaborative process and I want to be a witness to your story, to your history and to your healing. Our inner-world matters as much as the universe outside of us. My aim is to explore these worlds with you and connect the different threads of your stories so you can witness yourself as whole.

The reality of your life and the expectations you held for it feel misaligned. You’re not sure how things have gotten to this point. From an early age, you were forced to confront challenges that shaped how you thought, felt, and interpreted your world. Without the proper coping skills to process your experiences, it became easier to simply detach from your feelings and disconnect from the world around you. This method of coping has helped you make it through tough times, but now it’s getting in the way of what you want out of life. You crave deep connection with yourself and others, you're just not sure how to find your way back.

Therapy is a wonderful opportunity for personal growth. It is also helpful in overcoming human experiences such as anxiety and depression, for improving relationships and for changing behaviors that may be hindering our quality of life. It is common to experience hesitation or ambivalence when starting therapy, much like many other new beginnings.

Execs, managers, busy professionals struggling with Stress. Anxiety, Burnout, unhappy with your life and or feeling stuck in your relationships or career. High demands taking their toll? You’re used to being at the top of your game in your career, but confronted by these challenges you never anticipated. If you are a professional of color, international or recent immigrant you face additional challenges of bias, prejudice and microaggressions in the workplace. Reclaim your happiness, energy and empowerment? Be your best self in your personal & professional life.

Hello! My name is Monica and I'm on a journey to understand the connection between hope and healing. Lately, it feels like we're all plants that have been left out in the cold for far too long, and at times it feels like there is no way forward, no way to keep growing in the bitter winter chill. It is my hope, however, that together we can find a new way to grow, one that challenges our own assumptions, pushes us out of our comfort zone, and motivates us to work toward something better and brighter.

Are you at a crossroads in your life? Do you have relationship challenges? Are you trying to clarify your identity and values? Are you adjusting to a new reality in your life - maybe a culture change, a new life stage? Are you struggling with anxiety, looking for guidance as you navigate current challenges and stressors? I have a decade of experience supporting folks through such struggles. Additionally, I can support you through severe mental health issues like anxiety, depression, insomnia, bipolar, ADHD, trauma, and more. Let's talk!

I have a passion for conducting therapy with individuals across the lifespan – children, adolescents and adults. I am trilingual (English, Punjabi and Hindi). I work with children/adolescents and families to address challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, eating disorders, hoarding, grief/loss and addiction. I also do couples counseling, family therapy and parent coaching. I also work with women with postpartum depression. I particularly enjoy working with folks who identify as LGBTQIA+ and refugees.

I believe that as humans we have the ability to be a whole and complete individual. And there are times when this inner strength is overpowered by sudden or ongoing anxiety, unhappiness, and at times even anger. Have you found yourself being stuck in these emotions? Or feeling that no one understands the intensity of the life challenges you're experiencing? I provide a safe environment where we can explore your values and needs together and move towards being the version of self that you aspire to be.

I work with a wide range of clients across the life span with a specialty in trauma, generational trauma, generational healing, and identity. I use a person-centered and strengths-based approach in therapy. I have experience doing evaluations and therapy with neurodivergent individuals. I can support you with individual growth and wellness, self-discovery, trauma processing, and healing. I use a holistic approach in my work and believe that healing requires integrating mind, body, and spirit.

Sometimes the smallest step in the right direction ends up being the biggest step of your life. You may be feeling scared, overwhelmed, confused, anxious, or even indifferent. This list can go on, however, these emotions are normal and it's okay to feel them! By being here today, you already took the first step of seeking professional help to further assist you in coping with these emotions that you may be going through. I like to provide a safe and respectful space for my patients to develop the skills for successful emotional regulation, interpersonal relationships, and to provide the right tools and support to help you succeed.

Empowering children, teens and adults to overcome challenges in their everyday life and help them rediscover their strengths and interpersonal competencies is the focus of my practice. Are you or someone you know, experiencing lack of motivation, facing friendship and self worth challenges, are defiant, aggressive, anxious, depressed, moody and lonely? Is your family in crisis? If so, do give me a call. People come to me for help with mood/ anxiety issues, Autism, ADHD, Anger problems, depression, OCD, PTSD , stress., multicultural and relational issues, social skills support and behavioral, parenting and school based challenges.

Helping one person might not change the world, but it could change the world for one person. – Anonymous. I have been lucky enough to know very early on that psychology and counseling is where my passion lies. I am continuously humbled to help others though their personal journeys and bearing witness to the strength and resilience that is discovered within.

Sometimes we encounter hardships that seem too overwhelming or painful to manage. These struggles may occur in marriage, family relationships, parenting, at work, or coping with every-day life. They can be destabilizing, leaving us feeling hopeless and helpless. I believe these uncomfortable emotions can often be a window of opportunity to look deeper into what has happened, our role in it, and our reaction to it. Within these moments, we can unravel our own inner wisdom to help us heal and grow.

My passion lies in uplifting my clients to embrace their fullest potential, nurturing a therapeutic haven where healing and personal growth flourish without judgment. With a collaborative and empowering approach, I find profound joy in guiding individuals and couples towards amplifying their strengths, fostering resilience, and gaining deeper emotional insight to gracefully navigate life's myriad challenges.

My therapeutic modality includes utilizing a Solution-Focused approach to guide the client through freely expressing their mental health in a safe place to identify the patterns in their life that are helping or hindering the type of lifestyle they want to exhibit day to day, and how we can work together to best improve mental and physical wellness. The nature of my sessions tend to be calm and easygoing for clients to feel comfortable forging a trusting rapport with me.

It can be difficult to seek help and can feel even more difficult to choose a therapist with whom you feel comfortable and connect. You are here because a part of you is ready for change and growth. Therefore, I welcome you as you begin your journey to better yourself.