I take a humanistic client-centered approach in my practice. My goal is to help people when they are ready to move towards healing and improving their lives. I believe in empowering my clients and providing the positive support they deserve so that they can function independently outside of the therapeutic relationship. My approach is to accept and respect the autonomy of clients and guide them to find the strength and power within them. I truly believe that every client is the expert in their lives and i will be here to support them in finding the solutions that they need to solve their own problems.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

The first session i will be focusing on getting to know the client and allow client to get to know me in a professional therapeutic manner where we can start to build therapuetic rapport and trust. I will be reviewing some intake questions and discuss client's goals and challenges as well as reviewing client's history. I also assess for any high-risk symptoms or behaviors in order to make sure client's safety. I will be going over limits of confidentiality and answer client's questions.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

I believe that my greatest strengths as a provider include but are not limited to the following: being a great listener and reflecting back while guiding clients to increase their own understanding of self, being good with communication, being able to develop positive trustworthy therapeutic relationships, having the ability create a nonjudgmental environment , being culturally sensitive, having empathy and genuine interest in others, strong boundaries, great work ethics, always open minded and willing to learn about my clients and their needs, always continuing to self-educate and improve my professional skills, problem solving skills, bringing my authentic self to the session and being present with clients, speaking two fluent languages (Farsi and English).

About Kiana Asnadimoghaddam