Esther Aykarethu

I am a Clinical Professional Counselor Intern, and believe that you do not have to be alone in your journey and that you deserve more than to settle for “being okay”. Being a Trauma Specialist, Certified in Parts and Memory Therapy and experienced in using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solutions Focused Therapy and mindfulness, I apply a combination of modalities tailored to meet the specific needs of my clients. Being first generation – parents of Hispanic and South Asian origin, I explore bi-cultural and multi-cultural factors that contribute to my client’s narrative. I am also ADHD affirming and understand the mental and emotional battle people with ADHD often experience, whilst recognizing the importance of not solely focusing on the stigma or negative aspects of ADHD. I offer guidance and therapeutic tools that can assist with building my client’s strengths and unique abilities to encourage self- acceptance and promote growth. I encourage my clients to do the “deeper work” and take a dive into the past to bring healing into the present. Clients can explore their inner child and navigate past trauma, whether it be, childhood abuse/neglect, bullying, sexual abuse, PTSD, divorce, generational trauma and more. I believe that our past does not have to dictate our future. It can serve as a guiding light that provides the opportunity to work thru the underlying pain and uncover the empowerment that lies ahead.