Palak Kirti Vira, MHC

As a mental health counselor, I approach the therapeutic space as a collaborative journey rooted in curiosity, cultural humility, and emotional presence. I believe that healing does not occur in isolation; it unfolds through connection, reflection, and the courage to confront one's truth. My clinical interests lie in working with adults, couples, families, and LGBTQ+ individuals navigating identity, transitions, and emotional overwhelm. Rather than offering quick fixes, I aim to create a space where clients feel heard, held, and empowered to question patterns that no longer serve them. My orientation draws from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), person-centered therapy, psychodynamic therapy, narrative therapy, gestalt therapy, relational-cultural theory, and mindfulness practices, with an emphasis on meaning-making, resilience, and compassionate accountability. I strive to meet each client not with answers but with thoughtful questions and deep respect for their lived experience. Above all, I see therapy as a place to reimagine possibility. Whether someone is sitting with grief, questioning their identity, or rediscovering their voice, I hope to be a steady and authentic presence in their process. My goal is not only to support clients in coping but also to help them reconnect with their self-determination, community, and the parts of themselves that deserve to be seen.