I am a counseling intern in my final year of the Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling program at Walden University. As a queer, South Asian American, my own experiences navigating identity, belonging, and healing across cultures led me to this work. These experiences guide my counseling style, which is warm, non-judgmental, and grounded in compassion. I am passionate about supporting adolescents, LGBTQIA+ individuals, South Asian and BIPOC communities, and people navigating trauma, depression or anxiety. I am committed to traditional talk therapy and approach my work through a multicultural lens while incorporating CBT and ACT modalities. I am also fluent in Nepali and English, and I bring cultural awareness and humility into every therapeutic relationship. My goal is to create a safe, welcoming space where all parts of you are accepted and met with genuine curiosity. Outside of counseling, I enjoy crocheting or knitting while watching movies and spending time with my partner and our two cats. I also enjoy reading, listening to music, and playing my guitar, all the while being outside and connecting with nature.