Chai, a Licensed Professional Counselor in North Carolina, is dedicated to guiding clients through life's transitions, both big and small. With over 20 years of experience, Chai specializes in mental health and addiction counseling, addressing key issues such as trauma, anxiety, depression, ADD, family conflict, life transitions, grief and loss, inter-generational cultural concerns, and career guidance. Rooted in Chai's personal journey as a first-generation South Asian immigrant and a working parent, their authentic counseling approach is shaped by lived experiences that foster meaningful growth. Emphasizing holistic emotional wellness, Chai integrates Mindfulness practices within various evidence-based therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Trauma-Focused Therapy. Chai’s therapeutic style is trauma-informed, non-judgmental, and culturally competent, committed to offering inclusive care for all individuals, including those from the LGBTQIA+ community. In a fast-paced world that often leads to isolation and overwhelm, Chai invites clients to transform their stories of distress into narratives of empowerment and hope, envisioning a vibrant and purposeful life that reflects their authentic selves.