LPC, 7 years of experience
Hi, I’m Rimsha Ali. I’m so glad you’re here. I’m a mental health therapist who’s passionate about holding space for people who feel like they’ve spent much of their lives holding it all together for everyone else. I work with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, self-worth, identity exploration, trauma, and the often invisible weight of family and cultural expectations. As the eldest daughter of South Asian immigrant parents, I know personally what it’s like to carry the hopes, fears, and dreams of generations before you — while quietly struggling to honor your own. Therapy with me is a space where you don’t have to choose between your story and your healing. It’s a space where all of you is welcome. Together, we’ll work to untangle what’s been holding you back, reconnect with who you truly are beneath the roles and responsibilities, and help you build a life that feels like yours.
Our first session is simply about connection. I want to know your story — who you are, what’s been heavy on your heart, and what’s bringing you to therapy right now. I’ll ask some gentle questions to get to know you, but there’s no pressure to share anything before you’re ready. This is your space. We’ll go at your pace. My hope is that you’ll leave feeling heard, understood, and maybe — even just a little — lighter.
What I bring into therapy is part training, part lived experience, and a whole lot of heart. As someone who grew up navigating mental health stigma, intergenerational trauma, and the push-and-pull of cultural identity, I get how layered healing can be. I’m not here to “fix” you — because I don’t believe you’re broken. I’m here to sit with you in the messy, complicated parts of life, to honor your strength, and to help you move toward healing that feels real and sustainable. Clients often tell me they appreciate my balance of warmth and honesty — that I’ll hold space for their pain but also gently challenge the patterns that no longer serve them.
If you’ve ever felt like: → You’re “too sensitive” or “too emotional” for your family → You carry guilt for wanting something different than what was expected of you → You’re stuck between two worlds — belonging everywhere and nowhere all at once → You’ve always been the caretaker, fixer, or peacekeeper → Or you’re exhausted from pretending everything’s fine when inside you’re overwhelmed, anxious, or numb... You are exactly the kind of person I love working with. Many of my clients are adult children of immigrants, first-generation, eldest sons and daughters, perfectionists, people-pleasers, or those navigating complex family dynamics while trying to care for their mental health. You are not alone — and you don’t have to figure it all out by yourself anymore.
ACT really fits my style of helping clients shift from fighting their thoughts to building a life aligned with their values. I often use ACT when clients feel stuck or overwhelmed by anxiety or shame.
CBT is often a starting point in my work, especially for clients needing help identifying and challenging negative thought patterns. I like how practical and skills-based it is.
Mindfulness is something I weave into almost every session whether it’s grounding exercises, breathwork, or simply helping clients notice what’s coming up for them without judgment.
TF-CBT is my go-to for clients processing trauma. I appreciate the structured balance of building safety, coping skills, and gradually helping them process painful memories at their own pace.
DBT skills are something I pull in often, especially for clients who struggle with emotion regulation or relationships. I love teaching mindfulness, distress tolerance, and communication skills in a really down-to-earth, practical way.