Ami Sharma- Desai, LCSW
Empowering Your Journey: Personalized Therapy for Growth and Healing
Over 15 years, I've cultivated a wealth of experience providing therapy in diverse settings. From bustling school environments and college counseling centers to the quieter spaces of nursing homes and outpatient clinics, I've gained firsthand insight into the unique challenges faced by adolescents and adults. This exposure ignited a deep passion within me to support individuals grappling with a wide spectrum of difficulties. Whether you're struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety, peer conflicts, academic pressures, complex family dynamics, parenting concerns, cultural identity struggles, or LGBTQ+ issues, I'm here to help.
Moving on to my therapeutic approach, it centers on empathy, compassion, and a genuine desire to understand your unique story. I strive to create a warm and trusting environment where you can feel safe and unconditionally accepted. Here, we embark on a collaborative journey of self-discovery and growth. Free from judgment, you can explore your deepest concerns and aspirations with unwavering support.
In fact, empowering you with effective coping skills is the cornerstone of my philosophy. Through our work together, you'll build the resilience needed to navigate life's inevitable obstacles with newfound confidence. I utilize a multicultural and trauma-informed approach, meticulously tailoring treatment plans and interventions to your specific needs and cultural background. This ensures a holistic approach to healing that honors your unique story and identity.
Beyond my experience, I bring a diverse toolkit of evidence-based therapeutic modalities to our sessions. Are you interested in learning more about mindfulness practices designed to cultivate present-moment awareness and equip you with tools to manage stress and anxiety? Perhaps Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy could be a powerful approach to address past traumas and their lingering effects. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills can help you navigate challenging emotions and interpersonal relationships with greater effectiveness. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) provides a framework for identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns that contribute to emotional distress. Additionally, Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy offers a unique lens to understand and manage internal conflicts. This personalized approach ensures your healing journey receives multifaceted support, drawing upon the most effective techniques to meet your specific needs.
My commitment lies in fostering your well-being and growth. I eagerly await collaborating with you on your path to self-discovery and positive change. Together, we'll cultivate resilience, empowerment, and a more fulfilling life.