Asian Therapists in Potomac West, Alexandria, VA
Lawrence Franco
Resident in Counseling, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Potomac West, Alexandria, VA 22301
Navigating distress on your own can be difficult, overwhelming, and even insurmountable. Maybe you feel stuck, misunderstood, or even lost. Seeking guidance to navigate this may seem even more daunting. I open a door for you to explore this in a way that seeks to connect with you, your identity, and unique life experience. My person-centered approach starts with true unconditional positive regard - cultivating a space that is warm, genuine, free of judgement, open to all ideas, and culturally sensitive. I offer a tailored therapeutic relationship that fits your needs while drawing from a number of evidence-based interventions.
Navigating distress on your own can be difficult, overwhelming, and even insurmountable. Maybe you feel stuck, misunderstood, or even lost. Seeking guidance to navigate this may seem even more daunting. I open a door for you to explore this in a way that seeks to connect with you, your identity, and unique life experience. My person-centered approach starts with true unconditional positive regard - cultivating a space that is warm, genuine, free of judgement, open to all ideas, and culturally sensitive. I offer a tailored therapeutic relationship that fits your needs while drawing from a number of evidence-based interventions.
Thi Nguyen
Supervisee in Clinical Social Work, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Potomac West, Alexandria, VA 22305
Navigating life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, and the aftermath of these struggles may leave you feeling as though it’s impossible to move forward. However, I want to help you realize that a positive turning point is possible at any stage of life. While your circumstances may make you feel isolated, I’m here to support you on your journey toward self-discovery, healing, empowerment, and a renewed sense of belonging. Everyone’s path is unique, and together, we can work toward finding your strength and sense of purpose.
Navigating life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, and the aftermath of these struggles may leave you feeling as though it’s impossible to move forward. However, I want to help you realize that a positive turning point is possible at any stage of life. While your circumstances may make you feel isolated, I’m here to support you on your journey toward self-discovery, healing, empowerment, and a renewed sense of belonging. Everyone’s path is unique, and together, we can work toward finding your strength and sense of purpose.
Esra Nihan Bridge
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Potomac West, Alexandria, VA 22301
Are you struggling in your relationship? Relationships can be challenging, yet they are also one of the greatest sources of joy and fulfillment in life. The connections we build with our partners and families hold deep meaning and shape our overall well-being. I believe that the quality of our lives is deeply connected to the quality of our relationships. I specialize in relationship issues, family conflicts, and relational trauma. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I provide support to individuals and couples in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Virginia, and Florida.
Are you struggling in your relationship? Relationships can be challenging, yet they are also one of the greatest sources of joy and fulfillment in life. The connections we build with our partners and families hold deep meaning and shape our overall well-being. I believe that the quality of our lives is deeply connected to the quality of our relationships. I specialize in relationship issues, family conflicts, and relational trauma. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I provide support to individuals and couples in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Virginia, and Florida.
Welcome to Modyfi! We're an all virtual practice that offers appointments exclusively via Telehealth. Our providers accept most major insurances, and are welcoming new patients with appointments often available in days, not weeks or months. Our highest priority is to cultivate a space for you to feel safe, supported, and unconditionally accepted so that we can better understand the interplay between our thought life, emotional experiences, and behavioral reactions.
Welcome to Modyfi! We're an all virtual practice that offers appointments exclusively via Telehealth. Our providers accept most major insurances, and are welcoming new patients with appointments often available in days, not weeks or months. Our highest priority is to cultivate a space for you to feel safe, supported, and unconditionally accepted so that we can better understand the interplay between our thought life, emotional experiences, and behavioral reactions.
I provide affordable individual, couples, marriage and family counseling and psychological assessment/interpretation. Do you have relationship issues, or are you going through big life transitions? Are you in need of a breakthrough? Are you asking important questions about yourself and your life? Do you need a trained professional to focus solely on you to bring clarity into your complex situation? I am trained and dedicated to understanding you as a whole - what you've been through, your struggles and your goals.
I provide affordable individual, couples, marriage and family counseling and psychological assessment/interpretation. Do you have relationship issues, or are you going through big life transitions? Are you in need of a breakthrough? Are you asking important questions about yourself and your life? Do you need a trained professional to focus solely on you to bring clarity into your complex situation? I am trained and dedicated to understanding you as a whole - what you've been through, your struggles and your goals.
Jillian Holguin, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP-II
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
My ideal client would be a client looking for a well-rounded, non-judgmental, real, and down to earth female therapist that is fully engaged and committed to their sessions. I like to take a collaborative approach with my clients to provide objective guidance assisting with identifying their needs-conducive towards their goals that they want to achieve for themselves. Positive energy and putting the body in a relaxed body state that I can help teach self regulation skills for my clients to accelerate towards self-actualization. I can best serve my clients who seek structure and goal orientation to best meet their needs.
My ideal client would be a client looking for a well-rounded, non-judgmental, real, and down to earth female therapist that is fully engaged and committed to their sessions. I like to take a collaborative approach with my clients to provide objective guidance assisting with identifying their needs-conducive towards their goals that they want to achieve for themselves. Positive energy and putting the body in a relaxed body state that I can help teach self regulation skills for my clients to accelerate towards self-actualization. I can best serve my clients who seek structure and goal orientation to best meet their needs.
As a licensed therapist, I'm passionate about empowering individuals to gain control over their lives. I work with diverse backgrounds, specializing in issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and relationships. I create a non-judgmental space for open exploration, utilizing therapeutic approaches such as CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, and various trauma-informed techniques. I will tailor interventions to your unique needs and together we can dissect root causes, identify patterns, and work towards meaningful changes. Together, we can navigate towards clarity, calm, and joy.
As a licensed therapist, I'm passionate about empowering individuals to gain control over their lives. I work with diverse backgrounds, specializing in issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and relationships. I create a non-judgmental space for open exploration, utilizing therapeutic approaches such as CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, and various trauma-informed techniques. I will tailor interventions to your unique needs and together we can dissect root causes, identify patterns, and work towards meaningful changes. Together, we can navigate towards clarity, calm, and joy.
Stressors related to work, relationships, medical conditions and other key areas of life occur every single day, and sometimes they may become overwhelming and out of control. Most of the time, we are able to help ourselves out of these types of situations, but there are times when it is too challenging to handle alone. When that happens, we often find ourselves stuck and unable to react, or continue to use solutions that may not be the best for us. It can be very draining and demotivating, and spiraling out of control. We sometimes want someone to find a solution for us, while at other times, we just want someone to listen to us.
Stressors related to work, relationships, medical conditions and other key areas of life occur every single day, and sometimes they may become overwhelming and out of control. Most of the time, we are able to help ourselves out of these types of situations, but there are times when it is too challenging to handle alone. When that happens, we often find ourselves stuck and unable to react, or continue to use solutions that may not be the best for us. It can be very draining and demotivating, and spiraling out of control. We sometimes want someone to find a solution for us, while at other times, we just want someone to listen to us.
Bonnie Kuo
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
NOTE: I am currently accepting clients who are interested in EMDR work. As a licensed professional counselor, I work with young adults and adults seeking progress and healing in anxiety, depression, trauma, identity development, substance use, life transitions, and career development. I am trained in EMDR, and I look to support clients who desire to gain insights into past events impacting current life experiences. Whether you seek a compassionate space to reflect, grow, or heal, I will take the time and care to support your journey.
NOTE: I am currently accepting clients who are interested in EMDR work. As a licensed professional counselor, I work with young adults and adults seeking progress and healing in anxiety, depression, trauma, identity development, substance use, life transitions, and career development. I am trained in EMDR, and I look to support clients who desire to gain insights into past events impacting current life experiences. Whether you seek a compassionate space to reflect, grow, or heal, I will take the time and care to support your journey.
Mr. Baig is the trauma-informed therapist for people who need to identify and treat the root cause underlying their mental health challenges. Leading an interdisciplinary mental health practice, he recognizes the intricate interplay between our bodies, thoughts, feelings, and relationships in shaping our well-being. My approach to providing therapy is integrative, meaning I tailor my methods to meet the unique needs of each client. I believe that therapy should be flexible and responsive to what works best for the individual. I often combine several theoretical approaches to create a personalized treatment plan.
Mr. Baig is the trauma-informed therapist for people who need to identify and treat the root cause underlying their mental health challenges. Leading an interdisciplinary mental health practice, he recognizes the intricate interplay between our bodies, thoughts, feelings, and relationships in shaping our well-being. My approach to providing therapy is integrative, meaning I tailor my methods to meet the unique needs of each client. I believe that therapy should be flexible and responsive to what works best for the individual. I often combine several theoretical approaches to create a personalized treatment plan.
Hello, I am thrilled you are “visiting with me” today. It is an understatement to say, “I love being a therapist.” It took ten years of education to earn the privilege of sitting before my clients. Being a therapist is my life's work and my passion. I am very aware of my great responsibility as a therapist for my clients. Over the years, I am always awed and inspired by the resilience of those who have shared their story with me. My path to becoming a therapist many years ago fulfills me every day. I can't describe with words the feeling of pride that I feel when it's the last day of a successful treatment, ending with my client(s).
Hello, I am thrilled you are “visiting with me” today. It is an understatement to say, “I love being a therapist.” It took ten years of education to earn the privilege of sitting before my clients. Being a therapist is my life's work and my passion. I am very aware of my great responsibility as a therapist for my clients. Over the years, I am always awed and inspired by the resilience of those who have shared their story with me. My path to becoming a therapist many years ago fulfills me every day. I can't describe with words the feeling of pride that I feel when it's the last day of a successful treatment, ending with my client(s).
Meet Our Asian Therapists
I enjoy working with adolescents and young adults struggling with anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, depression, life transitions, and relationship concerns. I am passionate about helping individuals find peace within and acceptance of themselves while working toward a life full of fulfilling relationships and experiences. I believe that, although it may look different for each person, healing and thriving are available to those who are willing to work for and receive it.
I enjoy working with adolescents and young adults struggling with anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, depression, life transitions, and relationship concerns. I am passionate about helping individuals find peace within and acceptance of themselves while working toward a life full of fulfilling relationships and experiences. I believe that, although it may look different for each person, healing and thriving are available to those who are willing to work for and receive it.
I am Heejin Yun, a Resident in Counseling and a Provisional Registered Art Therapist with 3 years of experience in mental health. I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, and adults to address their unique challenges and achieve greater fulfillment in their lives. I specialize in anxiety, eating disorders, depression, addiction, anger management, and family conflict. I am here to help you discover your voice, express challenging emotions through the creative process, and support you in implementing strategies tailored to your unique life experiences.
I am Heejin Yun, a Resident in Counseling and a Provisional Registered Art Therapist with 3 years of experience in mental health. I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, and adults to address their unique challenges and achieve greater fulfillment in their lives. I specialize in anxiety, eating disorders, depression, addiction, anger management, and family conflict. I am here to help you discover your voice, express challenging emotions through the creative process, and support you in implementing strategies tailored to your unique life experiences.
Jennifer Crittenden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Potomac West, Alexandria, VA 22305
Are you feeling a bit stuck? Want change, but don’t know how to get there? Let's explore how better to communicate our wants and needs. Let's understand our coping mechanisms. Let's ask ourselves why we struggle to care for ourselves, the way we care for others. Let's look at our beliefs, coping styles and behaviors that repeat, even though they no longer serve us.
Are you feeling a bit stuck? Want change, but don’t know how to get there? Let's explore how better to communicate our wants and needs. Let's understand our coping mechanisms. Let's ask ourselves why we struggle to care for ourselves, the way we care for others. Let's look at our beliefs, coping styles and behaviors that repeat, even though they no longer serve us.
Mai Kindaichi
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Potomac West, Alexandria, VA 22301
Waitlist for new clients
Many of us experience emotional hardships and strains which affect our abilities to create and sustain satisfying connections, or feel like our strongest self. Our emotions can be affected by adjustments, grief and loss, traumas, physical illness, family distress, and life transitions which can have rippling effects across our multiple roles. Taking a step to connect with a trained counseling professional,with whom you feel a strong and safe fit, can be one way to feel support and better. Through individual, couples, and/or group therapy, or appropriate assessment, I hope to offer a range of psychological support.
Many of us experience emotional hardships and strains which affect our abilities to create and sustain satisfying connections, or feel like our strongest self. Our emotions can be affected by adjustments, grief and loss, traumas, physical illness, family distress, and life transitions which can have rippling effects across our multiple roles. Taking a step to connect with a trained counseling professional,with whom you feel a strong and safe fit, can be one way to feel support and better. Through individual, couples, and/or group therapy, or appropriate assessment, I hope to offer a range of psychological support.
Counseling of Alexandria, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Serves Area
Don't miss out on having the life you really want. Stop just surviving or slugging through, hoping that one day you get around to feeling good. Fast-forward to your future of having relationship happiness, career success, well-being, wealth, inner peace, etc. We don't just help you stop feeling anxious, depressed and stressed out, we empower you to have sustainable happiness. Yes, I'm saying we can support you in getting the amazing life you deserve. We haven't met yet, but you're worth it.
Don't miss out on having the life you really want. Stop just surviving or slugging through, hoping that one day you get around to feeling good. Fast-forward to your future of having relationship happiness, career success, well-being, wealth, inner peace, etc. We don't just help you stop feeling anxious, depressed and stressed out, we empower you to have sustainable happiness. Yes, I'm saying we can support you in getting the amazing life you deserve. We haven't met yet, but you're worth it.
Brandy Walker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Serves Area
Do you often feel overwhelmed by the intensity of the world? I specialize in helping highly sensitive people (HSP) and spiritual seekers move from survival mode to thrival mode. My areas of focus include: anxiety, couples counseling, ADHD, OCD, addiction, and trauma. I help you see your innate wisdom so that you can create goals, remember dreams, and find a deep, abiding sense of contentment within yourself. Many clients I work with were told they were "too sensitive" or "dramatic" as a child. I can guide you in reconnecting with younger parts of yourself and shift unhelpful core beliefs. I am licensed in Virginia, DC, and Maryland.
Do you often feel overwhelmed by the intensity of the world? I specialize in helping highly sensitive people (HSP) and spiritual seekers move from survival mode to thrival mode. My areas of focus include: anxiety, couples counseling, ADHD, OCD, addiction, and trauma. I help you see your innate wisdom so that you can create goals, remember dreams, and find a deep, abiding sense of contentment within yourself. Many clients I work with were told they were "too sensitive" or "dramatic" as a child. I can guide you in reconnecting with younger parts of yourself and shift unhelpful core beliefs. I am licensed in Virginia, DC, and Maryland.
It takes a lot of courage to be vulnerable in the face of all the issues life throws our way. Sometimes these issues seem out of our control and impossible to resolve. These hardships force us to neglect our emotions, resulting in depression, anxiety, anger and more. Therapy brings healing and provides an outlet for you to express your feelings, work out problems in a healthy way and learn methods and tools to become autonomous over your life. No matter what season of life you are in, together we can work through your issues and achieve the goals you want.
It takes a lot of courage to be vulnerable in the face of all the issues life throws our way. Sometimes these issues seem out of our control and impossible to resolve. These hardships force us to neglect our emotions, resulting in depression, anxiety, anger and more. Therapy brings healing and provides an outlet for you to express your feelings, work out problems in a healthy way and learn methods and tools to become autonomous over your life. No matter what season of life you are in, together we can work through your issues and achieve the goals you want.
Shirley C. Golub
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
Congratulations on prioritizing yourself and taking the first step toward change. It can be daunting to find a therapist, but the right one can empower you to create and sustain the life that you deserve. I'm Shirley, a licensed professional counselor in Virginia, and I work with adults across the lifespan, focusing on women's health and wellness. Challenges such as infertility, postpartum depression or anxiety, life transitions, and work-related concerns can lead to stress, burnout, or worse. I provide a safe, supportive, culturally humble, and inclusive environment to work through these issues with empathy and purpose.
Congratulations on prioritizing yourself and taking the first step toward change. It can be daunting to find a therapist, but the right one can empower you to create and sustain the life that you deserve. I'm Shirley, a licensed professional counselor in Virginia, and I work with adults across the lifespan, focusing on women's health and wellness. Challenges such as infertility, postpartum depression or anxiety, life transitions, and work-related concerns can lead to stress, burnout, or worse. I provide a safe, supportive, culturally humble, and inclusive environment to work through these issues with empathy and purpose.
Dr. Matthew V. Bukowski
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
My ideal client can be anyone. I approach counseling from a wellness model, which means that I believe that people are inherently good, and that people tend to thrive under the right conditions. I am most interested in creating deep and lasting changes, and for most people this is long-term work. My clients tend to find me warm and approachable, but also clear and direct in my communication.
My ideal client can be anyone. I approach counseling from a wellness model, which means that I believe that people are inherently good, and that people tend to thrive under the right conditions. I am most interested in creating deep and lasting changes, and for most people this is long-term work. My clients tend to find me warm and approachable, but also clear and direct in my communication.
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Asian Therapists
Why is it important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive?
A culturally sensitive therapist would be respectful and considerate of different groups, with regard to race, sexual orientation, gender, and other factors that are important to an individual. These considerations can help a client feel understood as well as validated. While some people think highlighting race could promote stereotypes and bias, more understanding and knowledge about cultural differences is a positive for a healthy therapeutic alliance.
How can I recognize an effective Asian therapist?
You can discern a lot by asking how familiar the potential therapist is with different cultures, as well as asking how they might address issues related to identity, values, and beliefs. Also inquire about their education, as well as any particular training they may have completed, such as cultural sensitivity or diversity and inclusion programs.
What if the therapist does not have my exact background?
The therapist may not share a client’s exact background, but the therapist may have plenty of hands-on experience as well as the sensitivity needed for therapeutic progress. Their sensitivity to different populations will help the client feel accepted and comfortable in sharing their concerns and difficulties.
How might I inquire about a therapist's experience with Asian clients?
A therapist with an Asian background may have experience within their community, as well as broader cultural sensitivity. Ask the potential therapist whether they've worked with individuals who share your background. If they have not worked with similar clients, they may well know someone who has such experience.
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.