Uttara Desai

My clients describe me as:

Kind, Caring, Open!

Something to know about my approach is:

In my role as a counselor, I feel it is my duty to create an environment that is built on trust and safety. I believe that the relationship between client and counselor is an agent of change and one of the most important alliances that can be created

Together, we will:

I often use a strengths-based perspective, with a focus on relational-cultural attributes. My goal is to help clients feel empowered and develop healthy growth-fostering connections through mutual empathy, authenticity, and genuineness.

I specialize in working with people who:

Including, but not limited to: Academic Issues, Acculturation and Assimilation, Adjustment Issues, Anger Management, Anxiety, Behavioral Issues, Career Counseling, College Counseling, Coping Skills, Crisis Intervention, Depression, Dual Diagnosis

Something that stands out about where I offer therapy is:

Throughout my educational journey, I have engaged in various research, scholarship, leadership, and teaching opportunities.

More about me and my practice:

During my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family, listening to audiobooks, and playing with my Whoodle puppy. I have also been dabbling in various art directives as a way to engage in self-care.