Hi I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) living un Union, NJ. I graduated from Rutgers State University. I have worked as a Clinical Social Worker in hospital setting for over 30 years, especially with Hemodialysis patients, providing individual and family counseling, helping patients who experience anxiety and depression. I am an Asian Indian male who has migrated from India to the United States, and have a lot of insight on cross-cultural identity and connections.
In the first session, I will make sure to make you feel comfortable by providing a pleasant environment. I will introduce myself and give you background on my experience as a therapist. I will listen to what your needs are, set goals for therapy, and explore your strengths, talents, gifts, and potential. We will determine what schedule works best for us as well.
I am a very good listener. I am non- judgemental, compassionate, caring, and insightful. I have skills in analyzing issues and the ability to offer solutions. I am from India, but educated and worked in the US for over 35 years. Therefore I have multicultural exposure to working with diverse populations.
Client was very depressed. I encouraged them to write a daily journal to identify what bothers them or triggers depression. Helped them to identify and acknowledge their issues and make a commitment to develop positive behavioral changes.