Asian Therapists in West Jordan, UT
If our greatest strengths can also be our greatest weaknesses, what are yours? The parts of us that kept us safe can eventually hold us back. I see this in my clients’ relationships, family dynamics, careers, and struggles with substance use. When it feels like we're repeating the same battles with anxiety and depression, or arguments and uncertainty, it’s a sign something deeper needs our attention. As meaning-making creatures of habit, we live patterns shaped by beliefs that may no longer serve us. My clients come to therapy ready for clarity, change, and life well lived.
If our greatest strengths can also be our greatest weaknesses, what are yours? The parts of us that kept us safe can eventually hold us back. I see this in my clients’ relationships, family dynamics, careers, and struggles with substance use. When it feels like we're repeating the same battles with anxiety and depression, or arguments and uncertainty, it’s a sign something deeper needs our attention. As meaning-making creatures of habit, we live patterns shaped by beliefs that may no longer serve us. My clients come to therapy ready for clarity, change, and life well lived.
I know the search for a therapist can be overwhelming. Take a minute & breathe! If you are someone who is seeking to better understand yourself & others, maybe we would be a good fit. Are you open to authentic & honest feedback? You might be my ideal client if you are seeking support in taking small steps to make a bigger change. My ideal client shows up to sessions ready to engage, do the work, & be held accountable so they can be a better version of themselves. Let's empower you in finding your true self so that you can live in harmony and cultivate positive energy within yourself and to those around you.
I know the search for a therapist can be overwhelming. Take a minute & breathe! If you are someone who is seeking to better understand yourself & others, maybe we would be a good fit. Are you open to authentic & honest feedback? You might be my ideal client if you are seeking support in taking small steps to make a bigger change. My ideal client shows up to sessions ready to engage, do the work, & be held accountable so they can be a better version of themselves. Let's empower you in finding your true self so that you can live in harmony and cultivate positive energy within yourself and to those around you.
Have you ever looked at your life and thought, “How did I get here?” Sometimes life feels hard, overwhelming, and chaotic. Maybe you just don’t know where to start or you feel lost. Maybe you’re embarrassed that you can’t handle things on your own or like you don’t know who to ask for help. Perhaps you're going through a rough patch or you're looking to improve your relationships with friends, family, or partner. Or, maybe your child is struggling with anger, sadness, or anxiety.
Have you ever looked at your life and thought, “How did I get here?” Sometimes life feels hard, overwhelming, and chaotic. Maybe you just don’t know where to start or you feel lost. Maybe you’re embarrassed that you can’t handle things on your own or like you don’t know who to ask for help. Perhaps you're going through a rough patch or you're looking to improve your relationships with friends, family, or partner. Or, maybe your child is struggling with anger, sadness, or anxiety.
If you're carrying the weight of anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship pain, you may feel alone even when others are around you. Therapy can be a space to slow down, feel seen, and begin making sense of experiences that still affect you today. I work with individuals and couples who want a compassionate, steady place to explore their story, rebuild trust, and move toward healing with care and intention.
If you're carrying the weight of anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship pain, you may feel alone even when others are around you. Therapy can be a space to slow down, feel seen, and begin making sense of experiences that still affect you today. I work with individuals and couples who want a compassionate, steady place to explore their story, rebuild trust, and move toward healing with care and intention.
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, but it’s a beautiful and courageous step towards self-growth. I specialize in trauma therapy and working with individuals who struggle with anxiety and depression. I work with people to find their own voice and to find the power within themselves.
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, but it’s a beautiful and courageous step towards self-growth. I specialize in trauma therapy and working with individuals who struggle with anxiety and depression. I work with people to find their own voice and to find the power within themselves.
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As a Filipino American and neurodivergent therapist, I understand the challenges of navigating identity, belonging, and expectations—from others or yourself.
I help clients understand how their past experiences and relationships shape their beliefs and behaviors, so they can create the life they actually want. Each session is tailored to your needs. We might use ERP, EMDR, sandtray, IFS based work, or simply give you space to be.
As a Filipino American and neurodivergent therapist, I understand the challenges of navigating identity, belonging, and expectations—from others or yourself.
I help clients understand how their past experiences and relationships shape their beliefs and behaviors, so they can create the life they actually want. Each session is tailored to your needs. We might use ERP, EMDR, sandtray, IFS based work, or simply give you space to be.
You may have spent much of your life feeling like you don’t fully belong, too much in some spaces, not enough in others. This is especially true for many Neurodivergent, BIPOC, LGBTQI2S+ adults navigating identity, cultural displacement, and complex family dynamics who may be carrying layers of masking, burnout, and misunderstanding on top of it all.
Together we make space for the complexity of your lived experience. I offer trauma informed neurodivergent affirming care for adults who are navigating multifaceted identity, chronic stress, faith transitions, interracial adoptees, estrangement and relational trauma.
You may have spent much of your life feeling like you don’t fully belong, too much in some spaces, not enough in others. This is especially true for many Neurodivergent, BIPOC, LGBTQI2S+ adults navigating identity, cultural displacement, and complex family dynamics who may be carrying layers of masking, burnout, and misunderstanding on top of it all.
Together we make space for the complexity of your lived experience. I offer trauma informed neurodivergent affirming care for adults who are navigating multifaceted identity, chronic stress, faith transitions, interracial adoptees, estrangement and relational trauma.
Life can get complicated and there is no handbook on how to handle things like depression, anxiety, addiction and relationship problems. It is important to know two things: 1. you are not alone, 2. challenges are always opportunities to grow and change your life. You are probably here because it's time to "do something different." Let us help guide you through this journey!
Life can get complicated and there is no handbook on how to handle things like depression, anxiety, addiction and relationship problems. It is important to know two things: 1. you are not alone, 2. challenges are always opportunities to grow and change your life. You are probably here because it's time to "do something different." Let us help guide you through this journey!
You’re doing your best to keep it together—whether you’re a teen navigating growing pressures or a young adult who feels lost under the weight of past trauma, anxiety, or burnout. You want to feel more grounded, more yourself, and less reactive to the world around you. You’re seeking relief, but also understanding. You want tools that help, but more than that—you want to feel safe, seen, and like you’re not alone in your healing.
You’re doing your best to keep it together—whether you’re a teen navigating growing pressures or a young adult who feels lost under the weight of past trauma, anxiety, or burnout. You want to feel more grounded, more yourself, and less reactive to the world around you. You’re seeking relief, but also understanding. You want tools that help, but more than that—you want to feel safe, seen, and like you’re not alone in your healing.
As a practitioner, the most important thing I can bring to a therapeutic relationship is authenticity. I am skilled in working with and helping people who are facing a variety of challenges. My therapy practice is individualized and seeks to build on your internal strengths. I am here to meet you where you are and help guide you to your mental health goals.
As a practitioner, the most important thing I can bring to a therapeutic relationship is authenticity. I am skilled in working with and helping people who are facing a variety of challenges. My therapy practice is individualized and seeks to build on your internal strengths. I am here to meet you where you are and help guide you to your mental health goals.
Have you ever felt like you're never doing enough or just not good enough? I work with people navigating anxiety, low self-esteem, perfectionism, OCD, depression, relationship challenges, and the weight of a harsh inner critic. I'm especially passionate about supporting teens, young adults, women, and individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Have you ever felt like you're never doing enough or just not good enough? I work with people navigating anxiety, low self-esteem, perfectionism, OCD, depression, relationship challenges, and the weight of a harsh inner critic. I'm especially passionate about supporting teens, young adults, women, and individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Life is overwhelming for neurodiverse people (autism, ADHD, etc.) and there's no guidebook to being neurodiverse. I'm here to help process and navigate the experience of being neurodiverse. I help clients understand their unique story. I empower clients with relationship and social skills so that they can find fulfilling, healthy relationships. I am EMDR-trained to work on trauma and other painful experiences. I also provide help with job, school, and occupational situations. Most importantly, I help clients figure out what their values are and who they want to be.
Life is overwhelming for neurodiverse people (autism, ADHD, etc.) and there's no guidebook to being neurodiverse. I'm here to help process and navigate the experience of being neurodiverse. I help clients understand their unique story. I empower clients with relationship and social skills so that they can find fulfilling, healthy relationships. I am EMDR-trained to work on trauma and other painful experiences. I also provide help with job, school, and occupational situations. Most importantly, I help clients figure out what their values are and who they want to be.
As a first-generation Asian immigrant to the U
If you want a stronger, more secure relationship with yourself, let me help by offering a balanced, wholesome view of life. I believe the more you learn about who you are—from all angles—the more self-accepting you will be. You can walk away from the painful past without feeling ashamed and be proud of yourself
As a first-generation Asian immigrant to the U
If you want a stronger, more secure relationship with yourself, let me help by offering a balanced, wholesome view of life. I believe the more you learn about who you are—from all angles—the more self-accepting you will be. You can walk away from the painful past without feeling ashamed and be proud of yourself
I work with individuals and couples who want to understand themselves more deeply—exploring identity, healing from relational or cultural trauma, or untangling patterns that once worked for them but now feel limiting. Many of the clients I support are BIPOC and/or LGBTQIA2S+ individuals who grew up adapting to environments that didn’t fully accept or understand them. My clients also want more than insight alone—they’re willing to explore new ways of relating to themselves and the world. I help them honor survival parts and explore new ways of being that feel freeing and authentic.
I work with individuals and couples who want to understand themselves more deeply—exploring identity, healing from relational or cultural trauma, or untangling patterns that once worked for them but now feel limiting. Many of the clients I support are BIPOC and/or LGBTQIA2S+ individuals who grew up adapting to environments that didn’t fully accept or understand them. My clients also want more than insight alone—they’re willing to explore new ways of relating to themselves and the world. I help them honor survival parts and explore new ways of being that feel freeing and authentic.
Life can be complicated, and there isn’t a handbook for managing issues like anxiety, depression, addiction, and relationships. It’s important to know that you’re not alone, and these challenges are growth opportunities. You’re probably here because it’s time to “do something different.” Let our team at Meridian Counseling guide you on this journey.
Life can be complicated, and there isn’t a handbook for managing issues like anxiety, depression, addiction, and relationships. It’s important to know that you’re not alone, and these challenges are growth opportunities. You’re probably here because it’s time to “do something different.” Let our team at Meridian Counseling guide you on this journey.
Counseling is an effective tool that helps us discover and explore ourselves. I treat it like a mirror— sitting opposite you, we will work together to better understand your world, help you know and love yourself, find solutions, solve problems and find some peace.
Counseling is an effective tool that helps us discover and explore ourselves. I treat it like a mirror— sitting opposite you, we will work together to better understand your world, help you know and love yourself, find solutions, solve problems and find some peace.
مرحبًا Salut Mabuhay Hola שלום epi Byenveni!
I'm Erin, & I absolutely LOVE therapy & transformation. I help folx soothe their troubled nervous systems & move their lives towards liberation in our crazy world. We can withstand crisis, examine life, & resolve trauma... laughing along the way! Come scream into the void with me.
مرحبًا Salut Mabuhay Hola שלום epi Byenveni!
I'm Erin, & I absolutely LOVE therapy & transformation. I help folx soothe their troubled nervous systems & move their lives towards liberation in our crazy world. We can withstand crisis, examine life, & resolve trauma... laughing along the way! Come scream into the void with me.
Life can be overwhelming, especially when faced with difficult decisions, relationship challenges, or unexpected losses. At times, the weight of the past feels inescapable, leaving us stuck, uncertain, and disconnected. But deep down, we all long for the same things: to feel free, fulfilled, and at peace with ourselves and our relationships. Together, we can work toward healing, helping you let go of what holds you back and move forward with clarity. Through a compassionate and collaborative approach, I’ll help you gain the tools and insights needed to create meaningful change, embrace the present, and build a brighter future.
Life can be overwhelming, especially when faced with difficult decisions, relationship challenges, or unexpected losses. At times, the weight of the past feels inescapable, leaving us stuck, uncertain, and disconnected. But deep down, we all long for the same things: to feel free, fulfilled, and at peace with ourselves and our relationships. Together, we can work toward healing, helping you let go of what holds you back and move forward with clarity. Through a compassionate and collaborative approach, I’ll help you gain the tools and insights needed to create meaningful change, embrace the present, and build a brighter future.
I believe that you are the expert on your own life and that you know your experiences best. With a person centered approach, my role is to help you in setting and achieving your goals, exploring and understanding your emotions and needs, and helping you navigate the challenges life presents. I use a range of therapeutic techniques, customizing my approach to best support your unique journey and circumstance. I am trained in using EMDR, CBT, DBT, and trauma informed approaches to support individuals navigating trauma, chronic illness, pain, eating disorder, and cancer.
I believe that you are the expert on your own life and that you know your experiences best. With a person centered approach, my role is to help you in setting and achieving your goals, exploring and understanding your emotions and needs, and helping you navigate the challenges life presents. I use a range of therapeutic techniques, customizing my approach to best support your unique journey and circumstance. I am trained in using EMDR, CBT, DBT, and trauma informed approaches to support individuals navigating trauma, chronic illness, pain, eating disorder, and cancer.
You might feel anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck in your own head, even while continuing to function at a high level. You get things done and show up for others, yet your mind doesn’t slow down. You replay conversations, overthink decisions, or carry constant pressure that’s hard to turn off. Part of you feels like you should be able to handle it, which makes it harder to talk about.
I work with individuals facing this kind of stress. Many are professionals, students, expat/TCK, LGBTQIA+, POC, and others navigating life transitions, identity, and belonging.
You might feel anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck in your own head, even while continuing to function at a high level. You get things done and show up for others, yet your mind doesn’t slow down. You replay conversations, overthink decisions, or carry constant pressure that’s hard to turn off. Part of you feels like you should be able to handle it, which makes it harder to talk about.
I work with individuals facing this kind of stress. Many are professionals, students, expat/TCK, LGBTQIA+, POC, and others navigating life transitions, identity, and belonging.
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FAQ - Asian Counseling
What can an Asian therapist help with?
An Asian therapist can help with the same concerns as any other therapist, including anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, stress, grief, and major life transitions. How an Asian therapist can make the experience feel different, however, is the possibility of shared cultural understanding. If you identify with a background such as Chinese, Korean, Indian, Vietnamese, Filipino, or Japanese, working with a therapist who shares or understands aspects of your culture may help you feel more comfortable opening up on such topics.
What role can language play in therapy?
Language can play an important role in therapy because people often express emotions, family dynamics, and personal experiences differently depending on the language they are speaking. For some individuals, working with a therapist who speaks their native language, whether it be Mandarin, Korean, Vietnamese, Japanese, or another language, may help sessions feel more natural and emotionally connected. Even if you are fluent in English, certain thoughts or feelings may still feel easier to communicate in your native language.
How can an Asian therapist support couples counseling or family therapy?
Cultural background can play an important role in couples counseling and family therapy, particularly when family expectations, communication styles, generational differences, or cultural traditions are influencing the relationship. An Asian therapist may help partners and family members navigate these topics with more cultural understanding and less need to explain the context behind them. For multicultural or multilingual families, a Asian therapist who is bilingual may also help ensure that each person feels heard and understood during sessions.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience with Asian clients?
If cultural background is important to you in therapy, it can be helpful to ask prospective therapists whether they have experience working with clients who share your cultural background or speak your preferred language. In initial conversations with potential therapists, you might also ask whether they have worked with clients experiencing concerns related to identity, intergenerational conflict, family expectations, or cultural stigma around mental health.
Who is included in Psychology Today’s directory of Asian therapists?
The directory of 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 Asian is limited, the directory will also show therapists with comprehensive experience working with clients from relevant backgrounds.