Asian Therapists in South Carolina
I have a special interest in anxiety, depression, difficult life transitions, special needs, NICU experience, and Asian-American experiences.
Life is full of challenges, and whether that looks like losing your job, having frequent problems with your partner, struggling with uncomfortable feelings, dealing with a traumatic experience, or feeling stuck between a rock and hard place, you are not alone. When there are challenges in your life, it can be hard to actually live your life. It can be hard make healthy decisions to move forward in reaching your goals. You know that you need some sort of change in your life, but you just don’t know how to get there yet. You want clarity, peace, and growth to move forward. You want to be your best self, and live your best life.
I have a special interest in anxiety, depression, difficult life transitions, special needs, NICU experience, and Asian-American experiences.
Life is full of challenges, and whether that looks like losing your job, having frequent problems with your partner, struggling with uncomfortable feelings, dealing with a traumatic experience, or feeling stuck between a rock and hard place, you are not alone. When there are challenges in your life, it can be hard to actually live your life. It can be hard make healthy decisions to move forward in reaching your goals. You know that you need some sort of change in your life, but you just don’t know how to get there yet. You want clarity, peace, and growth to move forward. You want to be your best self, and live your best life.
You learned that to get through life, you must be perfect, “proper,” and stay invisible. But operating down this path comes at a cost: overwhelming pressure, self-hatred, and feeling like an imposter in your skin. Belonging has never been easy for me, especially as a child of Asian immigrant parents. The pressure to be "enough" for others or to offset the guilt I felt for all the sacrifices my parents made to succeed in the United States has contributed to my resilience and anxious attempts to hide my imperfections. So, this is an invitation to those who want permission to mess up, be imperfect, and recover from unmet needs.
You learned that to get through life, you must be perfect, “proper,” and stay invisible. But operating down this path comes at a cost: overwhelming pressure, self-hatred, and feeling like an imposter in your skin. Belonging has never been easy for me, especially as a child of Asian immigrant parents. The pressure to be "enough" for others or to offset the guilt I felt for all the sacrifices my parents made to succeed in the United States has contributed to my resilience and anxious attempts to hide my imperfections. So, this is an invitation to those who want permission to mess up, be imperfect, and recover from unmet needs.
Natasha Patel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Columbia, SC 29201 (Online Only)
As a South Asian child of immigrant, I deeply understand the complexities of cultural differences, family dynamics, and the impact of unresolved generational trauma. I recognize that for many people of color, discussing emotions and feelings may not have always been encouraged or felt comfortable. As someone who understands the immigrant experience firsthand, I'm committed to helping you! My expertise as a Nationally Accredited, Licensed Professional Counselor focuses on working with BIPOC clients, individuals dealing with trauma, and those navigating life transitions or seeking identity development, self esteem and substance use.
As a South Asian child of immigrant, I deeply understand the complexities of cultural differences, family dynamics, and the impact of unresolved generational trauma. I recognize that for many people of color, discussing emotions and feelings may not have always been encouraged or felt comfortable. As someone who understands the immigrant experience firsthand, I'm committed to helping you! My expertise as a Nationally Accredited, Licensed Professional Counselor focuses on working with BIPOC clients, individuals dealing with trauma, and those navigating life transitions or seeking identity development, self esteem and substance use.
Cypress Gardens Family Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Clover, SC 29710
I am a first generation South Asian American Indian.
I am a Licensed Marriage/Couples and Family Therapist. I work with individuals, couples, and families to help combat symptoms such as anxiety, depression, dysphoria, trauma & behavioral and mood disorders. I am a dedicated and passionate therapist who enjoys guiding, empowering, and educating my clients. I believe it is import to hold the feelings and trust the process of healing. I have a history serving minority populations ranging from race to gender and sexuality. My goal is to make your therapy space a welcoming and a safe environment. We are all on this journey of life and I would love to walk with you if you want me to.
I am a first generation South Asian American Indian.
I am a Licensed Marriage/Couples and Family Therapist. I work with individuals, couples, and families to help combat symptoms such as anxiety, depression, dysphoria, trauma & behavioral and mood disorders. I am a dedicated and passionate therapist who enjoys guiding, empowering, and educating my clients. I believe it is import to hold the feelings and trust the process of healing. I have a history serving minority populations ranging from race to gender and sexuality. My goal is to make your therapy space a welcoming and a safe environment. We are all on this journey of life and I would love to walk with you if you want me to.
Zehra Rizvi
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Columbia, SC 29210 (Online Only)
My training includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Reality Therapy, Psychodynamic, as well as therapeutic methods founded on Asian philosophy.
I am a National Board Certified Counselor with extensive experience in a variety of psychological services including counseling, assessment, and case management. My goal in therapy is to provide clients with the tools necessary for developing a sense of empowerment that will assist them in overcoming their challenges. I believe that by restructuring the perception of our world and, subsequently, our responses to the environment, we can improve our sense of well-being. By building the therapeutic trust and offering a safe place where my clients can share their concerns, we can work together to help you heal and grow.
My training includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Reality Therapy, Psychodynamic, as well as therapeutic methods founded on Asian philosophy.
I am a National Board Certified Counselor with extensive experience in a variety of psychological services including counseling, assessment, and case management. My goal in therapy is to provide clients with the tools necessary for developing a sense of empowerment that will assist them in overcoming their challenges. I believe that by restructuring the perception of our world and, subsequently, our responses to the environment, we can improve our sense of well-being. By building the therapeutic trust and offering a safe place where my clients can share their concerns, we can work together to help you heal and grow.
Angie de Meistre
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
Waitlist for new clients
As an Asian-American and daughter of immigrants, I have a deep appreciation for the unique influence of spirituality, culture, and family-of-origin contexts on our lived experiences, and a strong belief in the capacity for healing that accompanies witnessing and honoring my clients’ personal and communal narratives.
I employ an integrative and holistic Attachment and Mindfulness-based therapeutic framework rooted in Narrative, Restoration (RT), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) modalities to support and help co-create opportunities for healing for women (19+), families, and couples navigating the perinatal and postpartum period, pregnancy and infant loss, and infertility. Additionally, I have experience working with relationship stress, seismic life transitions, grief and loss, family conflict, anxiety, depression, chronic illnesses and major medical diagnoses, and trauma.
As an Asian-American and daughter of immigrants, I have a deep appreciation for the unique influence of spirituality, culture, and family-of-origin contexts on our lived experiences, and a strong belief in the capacity for healing that accompanies witnessing and honoring my clients’ personal and communal narratives.
I employ an integrative and holistic Attachment and Mindfulness-based therapeutic framework rooted in Narrative, Restoration (RT), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) modalities to support and help co-create opportunities for healing for women (19+), families, and couples navigating the perinatal and postpartum period, pregnancy and infant loss, and infertility. Additionally, I have experience working with relationship stress, seismic life transitions, grief and loss, family conflict, anxiety, depression, chronic illnesses and major medical diagnoses, and trauma.
Car Noda
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MEd, LPC-A
Verified Verified
North Charleston, SC 29405
My purpose as a therapist is to create a safe environment for self-exploration and growth. I use techniques from several evidence-based approaches to best support each individual client's needs. I primarily work with teens and adults of the LGBTQIA+ community.
My purpose as a therapist is to create a safe environment for self-exploration and growth. I use techniques from several evidence-based approaches to best support each individual client's needs. I primarily work with teens and adults of the LGBTQIA+ community.
Elyssa Rookey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CMHIMP
Verified Verified
North Charleston, SC 29405 (Online Only)
When you decide change is possible but are unsure as to where to start, I am here to help support your decision to take control back in your life. It could be working on past trauma, new issues, or relationship stress that brings you into a counseling session. My belief is that you have the inner strength and promise to work through your worries and gain control again. I can also help you with counseling utilizing an integrative mental health approach to work with nutrition and physical wellbeing to support mental growth. If you’re ready to find an open and unbiased ear to assist in your growth and change, I am here to help.
When you decide change is possible but are unsure as to where to start, I am here to help support your decision to take control back in your life. It could be working on past trauma, new issues, or relationship stress that brings you into a counseling session. My belief is that you have the inner strength and promise to work through your worries and gain control again. I can also help you with counseling utilizing an integrative mental health approach to work with nutrition and physical wellbeing to support mental growth. If you’re ready to find an open and unbiased ear to assist in your growth and change, I am here to help.
Leslie Slemmons
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-CP, RYT200
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Bluffton, SC 29910
Your body is exhausted, and so are you. Would you like compassionate care to heal from disordered eating and/or trauma? As a trained IFS therapist, somatic healer, and yoga practitioner I work in collaboration with individuals to experience the benefits of feeling at ease in one's mind, body, spirit. If you want to engage in therapy with a more holistic approach that includes not just "talking" about your problems but actually FEELING inside better then I encourage you to reach out. Past clients report after working with me a greater sense of connection with themselves and others. Body Trust is a birthright and you are worthy of it.
Your body is exhausted, and so are you. Would you like compassionate care to heal from disordered eating and/or trauma? As a trained IFS therapist, somatic healer, and yoga practitioner I work in collaboration with individuals to experience the benefits of feeling at ease in one's mind, body, spirit. If you want to engage in therapy with a more holistic approach that includes not just "talking" about your problems but actually FEELING inside better then I encourage you to reach out. Past clients report after working with me a greater sense of connection with themselves and others. Body Trust is a birthright and you are worthy of it.
Are most of your days filled with stress, worries, anger, and/or emotional pain? You barely have enough mental capacity to get by, let alone live your best life. If that’s you, know that effective and supportive therapy can help you find hope and strength, and take steps to make positive changes in your life. A therapist with a diverse life and professional story who has and continues to overcome the stresses, anxieties, griefs that come with the hard knocks of life and with traveling a less beaten path, I am passionate about helping individuals heal, grow, and live a worthwhile life.
Are most of your days filled with stress, worries, anger, and/or emotional pain? You barely have enough mental capacity to get by, let alone live your best life. If that’s you, know that effective and supportive therapy can help you find hope and strength, and take steps to make positive changes in your life. A therapist with a diverse life and professional story who has and continues to overcome the stresses, anxieties, griefs that come with the hard knocks of life and with traveling a less beaten path, I am passionate about helping individuals heal, grow, and live a worthwhile life.
Dr. Annisa Pirasteh
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
18 Endorsed
Charleston, SC 29401
Are you juggling a thousand stressors and demands on your time? Are you feeling lost and lacking the motivation to achieve your goals? Perhaps you're struggling with your self worth, identity, or maintaining healthy relationships. Advice from loved ones just isn't cutting it. You’ve heard therapy can help, but you aren’t sure where to start. I know first-hand how difficult it can be to find an inclusive and affirming therapist that aligns with your worldview and understands the lived experiences of LGBTQ+ and BIPOC folks. You've come to the right place and have taken the first and most important step. Let me help you take the next!
Are you juggling a thousand stressors and demands on your time? Are you feeling lost and lacking the motivation to achieve your goals? Perhaps you're struggling with your self worth, identity, or maintaining healthy relationships. Advice from loved ones just isn't cutting it. You’ve heard therapy can help, but you aren’t sure where to start. I know first-hand how difficult it can be to find an inclusive and affirming therapist that aligns with your worldview and understands the lived experiences of LGBTQ+ and BIPOC folks. You've come to the right place and have taken the first and most important step. Let me help you take the next!
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Are you seeking a supportive environment for personal growth? The therapy space is here to challenge you into becoming the best version of yourself. If you're tired of feeling overwhelmed and burnt out on life, therapy can give you the support you need to make lasting improvements. Are you done being impacted by the toxic people around you? A therapist can help you set boundaries and remain effective in all of your relationships. Stop suffering emotionally and give yourself the chance to decrease pain and increase joy. I assure you - you already have what it takes to thrive.
Are you seeking a supportive environment for personal growth? The therapy space is here to challenge you into becoming the best version of yourself. If you're tired of feeling overwhelmed and burnt out on life, therapy can give you the support you need to make lasting improvements. Are you done being impacted by the toxic people around you? A therapist can help you set boundaries and remain effective in all of your relationships. Stop suffering emotionally and give yourself the chance to decrease pain and increase joy. I assure you - you already have what it takes to thrive.
Amber Rae Apostol
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charleston, SC 29401 (Online Only)
Accepting new clients! Do you feel like something is holding you back from living your best life? As a licensed therapist, I’ve always been passionate about helping others. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma, or simply feeling stuck in your current situation, I'm here to provide support and guidance to help you overcome these challenges. I specialize in using evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to help my clients achieve their goals.
Accepting new clients! Do you feel like something is holding you back from living your best life? As a licensed therapist, I’ve always been passionate about helping others. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma, or simply feeling stuck in your current situation, I'm here to provide support and guidance to help you overcome these challenges. I specialize in using evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to help my clients achieve their goals.
Christine Paul
Psychologist, PsyD, ABPP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charleston, SC 29401 (Online Only)
Are you struggling to adapt to a new medical condition? Life brings unexpected obstacles at us. I am a seasoned psychologist with expertise in working with adults and elders. Individuals who may seek treatment from may be experiencing emotional difficulty adapting to a new chronic medical illness, grieving the loss of a previous physical ability, struggle coping with life transitions and/or caring for a loved one with medical illness. My goal is to work collaboratively with you to address the various factors contributing to how you feel, help to develop the tools and insight necessary to find value, adapt, and thrive!
Are you struggling to adapt to a new medical condition? Life brings unexpected obstacles at us. I am a seasoned psychologist with expertise in working with adults and elders. Individuals who may seek treatment from may be experiencing emotional difficulty adapting to a new chronic medical illness, grieving the loss of a previous physical ability, struggle coping with life transitions and/or caring for a loved one with medical illness. My goal is to work collaboratively with you to address the various factors contributing to how you feel, help to develop the tools and insight necessary to find value, adapt, and thrive!
Michael Chester
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPCA, ADC-IP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
You are tired of feeling unfulfilled and dissatisfied with life. You are at the point where you know something has to change–even if you don’t know exactly what that is or what it may look like. You are ready to take the first step to truly living the life you would like to live: To find and connect with what is important to you and be the best version of yourself you can be. You are ready to find a new way of living that leads to happiness and fulfillment instead of depression, anxiety, or substance abuse.
You are tired of feeling unfulfilled and dissatisfied with life. You are at the point where you know something has to change–even if you don’t know exactly what that is or what it may look like. You are ready to take the first step to truly living the life you would like to live: To find and connect with what is important to you and be the best version of yourself you can be. You are ready to find a new way of living that leads to happiness and fulfillment instead of depression, anxiety, or substance abuse.
Daniel Jeng
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Columbia, SC 29169
I specialize in working with folks navigating the complexities of anxiety, life stress, and trauma. Clients are drawn to me when they are seeking support to alleviate the weight of these challenges and regain a sense of inner peace and stability. Their primary need is to feel heard, understood, and validated in their experiences. They are not searching for quick fixes or superficial solutions but instead crave genuine connection and empathetic guidance.
I specialize in working with folks navigating the complexities of anxiety, life stress, and trauma. Clients are drawn to me when they are seeking support to alleviate the weight of these challenges and regain a sense of inner peace and stability. Their primary need is to feel heard, understood, and validated in their experiences. They are not searching for quick fixes or superficial solutions but instead crave genuine connection and empathetic guidance.
Brian Kent Larimer
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Buffalo, SC 29321 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with family relationships, life transitions, athletic/sports issues, or problems working in ministry? I am passionate about addressing the unique challenges faced by individuals and families. With a strong foundation in Christian Counseling principles, I have dedicated my career to fostering healing and growth. Do you need help navigating the complexities of family dynamics? Are you an athlete struggling with the specific pressures that come with that role? Do you love the Lord but are struggling with your specific ministry?
Are you struggling with family relationships, life transitions, athletic/sports issues, or problems working in ministry? I am passionate about addressing the unique challenges faced by individuals and families. With a strong foundation in Christian Counseling principles, I have dedicated my career to fostering healing and growth. Do you need help navigating the complexities of family dynamics? Are you an athlete struggling with the specific pressures that come with that role? Do you love the Lord but are struggling with your specific ministry?
Linnette puts the client's needs first. As a LPC-A (Licensed Professional Counselor Associate) under the supervision of Paul Bishop, MA, LPC, LPC/S, she works at Bridge of Hope Counseling Center - Gaston. She counsels individual adults & groups, as well as advocates for women - especially those who have experienced relationship trauma. Her mission is to walk with clients who desire to move beyond their circumstances & learn how to live with purpose & meaning. Linnette strives to get to the heart of the client's issues & help them set goals for healing & growth, providing them with essential tools to aid the healing & growth process.
Linnette puts the client's needs first. As a LPC-A (Licensed Professional Counselor Associate) under the supervision of Paul Bishop, MA, LPC, LPC/S, she works at Bridge of Hope Counseling Center - Gaston. She counsels individual adults & groups, as well as advocates for women - especially those who have experienced relationship trauma. Her mission is to walk with clients who desire to move beyond their circumstances & learn how to live with purpose & meaning. Linnette strives to get to the heart of the client's issues & help them set goals for healing & growth, providing them with essential tools to aid the healing & growth process.
Hi, welcome to your journey! Growth takes patience and hard work but ultimately changes the way you feel, act, and move throughout each and every day. Therapy is not something to be ashamed of but rather something that shows strength and courage to start. It can help with emotion regulation, understanding yourself and others, processing thoughts and feelings, and overall, creating the version of yourself that you strive to be. I believe that you are the expert of your own life and thus have the opportunity to grow in a space that you know is best for your future. I can’t wait to start working with you!
Hi, welcome to your journey! Growth takes patience and hard work but ultimately changes the way you feel, act, and move throughout each and every day. Therapy is not something to be ashamed of but rather something that shows strength and courage to start. It can help with emotion regulation, understanding yourself and others, processing thoughts and feelings, and overall, creating the version of yourself that you strive to be. I believe that you are the expert of your own life and thus have the opportunity to grow in a space that you know is best for your future. I can’t wait to start working with you!
Sydney Anne Jarrell
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPCA, MEd
Verified Verified
Fort Mill, SC 29708
Achieving your goal is my goal!
Achieving your goal is my goal!
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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.