You made it here! No matter what event happened today, you decided to not be reduced by it! You took the FIRST step in your path to wellness. I whole-heartedly welcome you with open arms and an open mind to a completely non-judgmental space. I strive towards creating the safety that you yearn for in this very moment to express your thoughts and feelings.
As Brene Brown says, if we share our story with someone who responds with empathy and understanding, shame can't survive. I look forward to being that empathic and compassionate person with whom you can share your story. I am truly honored and deeply humbled to be part of your healing journey. You are a person with many strengths with your own unique resilience and I only believe there is value in recognizing them to become more self-aware. This will be the foundation of coping skills to help slay all your life's stressors!
Together, we will learn how to use trauma-sensitive mindfulness techniques inside and outside the therapy room. You will learn to stay present in this moment in a way that does not force you to close your eyes for the first time in a strange new place. Using cognitive behavioral, dialectic behavioral and cognitive processing therapy techniques, I will help you identify as well as challenge certain belief patterns that have been shaped by past unpleasant experiences, that may have made you feel safe then, but may no longer serve you a purpose NOW!
In the past, I have worked with adults and older adults who have experienced trauma either in their childhood or in adulthood. I've learned that mental health issues such as anxiety and depression in adults are rooted in the fear, guilt and shame stemming from past traumatic experiences. Through my prior work, I've observed that my trauma-informed approach and person-centered care helped my clients feel more heard and seen throughout therapy. Oh, Yes! I very much care about YOU!
I primarily work with individuals who are adults. Before starting my private practice, I had worked with survivors of domestic violence, during my advanced internship in my Master of Social Work (MSW) at Boston University. In addition, I had the privilege of working with older adults who experienced severe and persistent mental illnesses, many of whom felt at ease to share their traumatic pasts with me. It would be my honor to work with clients on issues of mental health such as anxiety, depression, low self-worth, self-compassion and self-love.
Personally, I identify as an immigrant and a person of color, more specifically born in India. Prefer she/her/hers. Can fluently speak Tamizh and English, with an accent, of course. I did enjoy being a Software Engineer for a brief period of 8 years before realizing my true love for human connection as my ultimate calling. I am a mother of two toddlers who love to enjoy pulling my leg all day, sometimes literally. For leisure and to find my peace, I enjoy going on long nature walks. I love to mindfully crochet and perform yoga for self-care!
If you find any of this appealing enough to possibly work with me in a therapeutic setup, please call me at 214-620-0799, and I will return your call within 24 hours to explore your needs.
Srividhya Subramanian
LCSW