Acculturation is the process of adopting cultural traits or social norms of another group, and is a common experience for individuals who have migrated. People who migrate often encounter stress and adjustment problems with limited access to mental health support. Relationship and family conflicts, traumatic experiences, life transition challenges, loss, problems related to boundary setting, poor self-esteem and self-concept are common issues, only to name a few. The goal of therapy is to help you become most resilient and adaptive in your family and community by managing these challenging circumstances.I work well with people who are determined to create changes for themselves and their families, regardless of their background or current challenges, and people who have underlying traits of perfectionism, fear of failure and rejection, and people who struggle with shame-based thinking.My interest became a long-term endeavor over 15 years ago when I worked with my first immigrant family, and this experience led me to the field of Marriage and Family Therapy. I provide psychotherapy to a diverse population and in all age groups, and I've worked in a residential, IOP/PHP settings treating eating disorders and general mental health concerns.