Ever been told, “What do you have to be depressed about?”
Maybe you were shamed for crying, told to “be strong,” or raised to believe emotions were weakness. Over time those messages turn into self-gaslighting—pushing through silently, pretending everything is fine.

I grew up in a Guyanese Indo-Caribbean home where feelings weren’t talked about. Sadness meant silence or shame. I watched people get labeled “mad” or “crazy” for struggling. Many South Asian and Indo-Caribbean families share that story.
And it doesn’t have to stay that way.

I’m an Indo-Caribbean therapist offering online therapy in New York and New Jersey, specializing in grief, anxiety, people-pleasing, burnout, and cultural identity stress. My clients are often first- or second-generation South Asian and Caribbean adults trying to hold everything together while feeling like they’re falling apart inside.

In our sessions, you won’t have to explain your culture. I already get it. We’ll untangle the stories you inherited, explore how your upbringing shaped your emotions, and build a healthier relationship with yourself. My approach blends CBT, somatic techniques, and EMDR to support both mind and body.

You don’t have to trust me right away—we’ll build that trust together.
For now, bring your favorite non-alcoholic beverage, get comfortable, and let’s talk about what’s going on beneath the surface.

If you’re ready—or even just curious—book a free 15-minute consultation.
Let’s see if we’re a good fit and start your healing on your own terms.