Hi, I’m a Indo-Caribbean-American therapist who understands how hard it is to talk about emotions when you’ve been raised to suppress them. Growing up, I was told that feelings weren’t valid—and that mental health struggles were a sign of weakness. Now, I help people unlearn those harmful messages and create space for healing. In my practice, I challenge the stigma around therapy in Caribbean and immigrant communities and offer a space where you don’t have to explain your culture—you can just be. Let’s gaff about what’s going on and explore whether we’re a good fit.

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

We'll take time to get to know each other. You'll share what brings you to this space, and we'll go at your pace. I'll ask questions to understand you better, and we'll talk about what therapy will look like for you. The goal is to create a space where you feel not judged but safe and seen.

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

My greatest strength as a provider is my ability to hold space for both visible and invisible grief. I work well with clients navigating the death of a loved one, but also the secondary losses that often go unspoken—like the loss of identity, safety, connection, or a future you once imagined. I’m not afraid of hard, honest conversations, and I won’t sugarcoat things—especially when I notice patterns that are keeping you stuck. I lead with compassion and curiosity as we explore what healing could look like for you. Clients often share that they appreciate my ability to say the hard things in a way that still feels supportive. I understand what it means to navigate silence, shame, and high expectations. Most importantly, I know how to hold space for the complexity of your experience.

Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.

I can best serve first and second-generation individuals, especially those navigating pressure to succeed while carrying unspoken emotional burdens. My clients often struggle with anxiety, people-pleasing, depression, or feeling "not enough." Together, we learn how to set boundaries, unpack generational trauma, and embrace emotions we were taught to ignore. I meet you where you are - no judgement, just space for you.

About Padmini Singh Jagpal