Culturally-Sensitive Therapy for South Asian Professionals Navigating Anxiety, Perfectionism, and Cultural Pressure

In-Person Therapy in Ventura, CA & Online Therapy for California and Illinois Residents

welcome

I’m so glad you’re here and seeking support.

You’ve worked hard to build a successful life — yet under the surface, you often feel anxious, overwhelmed, or like you’re never quite enough.

Maybe you’re constantly second-guessing yourself or torn between your own desires and the expectations of your South Asian family or community.

You’ve carried the weight of perfectionism, people-pleasing, and cultural pressure for so long. Now, you’re ready to release what no longer serves you — and reconnect with your voice, your truth, your life.

whole self

Therapy that honors your whole self.

I help first- and second-generation South Asian professionals move from self-doubt, anxiety, and burnout to a place of calm, confidence, and clarity.

Through holistic, mindfulness-based therapy, we’ll gently untangle the inner critic, reconnect with your inner wisdom, and create space for the life you truly want and need.

As a South Asian therapist, I integrate Eastern and Western healing practices—including mindfulness, yoga psychology, somatic approaches, and evidence-based psychotherapy. Together, we’ll explore the impact of cultural stress, family expectations, and intergenerational dynamics with compassion and care.

This is a space where you don’t have to explain your background. A space to slow down, listen inward, and reconnect with your truth—where healing is grounded in both personal growth and cultural understanding.

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You might be struggling with…

High-functioning anxiety or chronic self-doubt
Perfectionism, over-responsibility, or imposter syndrome
People-pleasing and fear of disappointing others
Burnout or the constant feeling that you’re never “enough”
Cultural pressure around marriage, family, or identity
Relationships that feel frustrating, draining, or out of alignment

Imagine if you could…

Feel grounded, calm, and confident in your body and mind
Set clear, healthy boundaries without guilt or fear
Make decisions without spiraling into anxiety or overwhelm
Let go of overthinking and finally trust your inner voice
Stay rooted in your values while honoring your culture
Have relationships that are nourishing and reciprocal

Hi, I'm Arati.

I’m a first-generation South Asian therapist and mindfulness teacher, passionate about helping high-achieving professionals come home to themselves.

I know what it’s like to feel pulled in many directions—to strive, succeed, and still wonder if it’s ever enough. If you’re navigating anxiety, perfectionism, or the weight of cultural expectations, you’re not alone.

My approach is relational, holistic, and grounded in both Eastern and Western wisdom. It’s also warm, practical, and human. I bring humor into the room when it helps, and offer tangible tools you can actually use between sessions. Healing doesn’t have to feel heavy all the time.

Let’s walk this path together—toward clarity, calm, and a deeper connection with yourself.

“Your vision will become clear only when you can look into your own heart.
Who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside, awakes.”

— CARL JUNG

Therapy With Arati

Online therapy available for individuals and couples in California and Illinois

In-person therapy in Ventura, CA

Free 15-minute phone consultation to see if we’re a good fit

Fees:

$225 per 50-minute session for individuals (limited sliding scale spots available).

$325 per 50-minute session for couples

View FAQs about therapy and what to expect.

Ready to Begin?

You don’t have to carry this alone.

Let’s explore what’s possible when you slow down, listen inward, and begin healing from the inside out—with the support of culturally sensitive, mindfulness-based therapy.

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“Arati just gets it. I didn’t have to explain my culture, my family, or why I felt so much pressure…Therapy with her felt like a space where I could finally breathe and be myself.”

— Client (shared with permission)

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Take a moment to pause, breathe, and check in with yourself. These free, insightful mental health quizzes are designed to help you better understand your emotions, patterns, and areas of growth—whether it’s anxiety, boundaries, perfectionism, or cultural stress. Choose the one that speaks to where you are right now—or explore them all.

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