For new appointments or consultations, please email merissa@brightlotuscounseling.com. My areas of specialty include working with those who are experiencing issues related to anxiety, major life changes, relationships, difficulty concentrating, chronic medical diagnoses, isolation, and identity. I also specialize in working with clients who are of Indo-Caribbean (West Indian) heritage and/or first- and second-generation immigrants. As a therapist, I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental environment where collaboration and empowerment can be achieved. My mission is to listen, draw upon your strengths, and provide insightful support along the way. During the first session, you can expect an easy-going conversation to build a therapeutic alliance. At the moment, I practice entirely over tele-health, giving us the flexibility to connect conveniently and safely. "PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING: Services are provided to clients who are interested in therapy on a short-term (one to three months) or long-term basis. For any requests for administrative services like disability certification, administrative letters, and special accommodations (such as Emotional Support Animals letters) related to a psychological condition, **please seek the services of another mental health provider**. The reason for this policy is to focus on building a therapeutic alliance and allocating resources for clinical services, not administrative tasks. Certain administrative services may be considered for long-term clients on a case-by-case basis and cannot be guaranteed."
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our first session together, I will ask questions to get to know you and what you've been through. You can also share your goals and what's important to you to work on.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
Some of my biggest strengths are working with clients who are children of immigrants and/or are of West Indian/Indo-Caribbean descent. I am able to understand nuanced parts of these cultures and trace different habits back to cultural roots while provided a non-judgmental space of understanding.