Why did you become a therapist, and what motivates you to continue?

I grew up as an Asian American and I found learning how to understand the two sides of me influenced the person I am today. 

My favorite thing about my work is when my clients begin to see a change in their lives because of the work we’ve been doing together. I love seeing their hard work pay off and the excitement that they bring to therapy when they start to see meaningful changes. It’s truly such a privilege to get to share a space with clients as they share their lives with me. Building connections and being a guiding hand in clients’ lives is such a humbling and fulfilling experience. Helping others has always been an important value in my life and something I have found to be personally fulfilling. It may sound cliché, but I have always felt called to this line of work and knew that I could be a helping hand to many. I have always found so much joy when in the service of other people and social work was a way for me to not only help others, but also build meaningful connections.

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I became a mental health provider to address mental health challenges that limit individuals physically and mentally, thereby decreasing their quality of life.

It was feedback from my friends beginning in 6th grade that first ignited an interest in becoming a counselor/therapist - My motivation is my passion for people.