Purvi Shahpatel-Nguyen, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Purvi!

Welcome! I believe that meaningful growth beings by meeting you exactly where you are today. I offer to create a safe and validating space where you feel heard and understood.

My focus

My ideal client is someone who is ready to slow down, be present, and take an active role in their healing journey.

My approach

I focus on both immediate relief and lasting change. In the short term, we focus on practical, daily tools centered around mindfulness. Long-term, we work together to explore what works for you to move towards lasting change and healing.

My communication style

My communication style is warm, attentive, and validating. I strive to create a safe, empathetic space where you can be your true self.

My journey to mental healthcare

My journey spans many decades, and the depth of experience I have gained along the way has shaped me into the therapist I am today.

My goals for you

I believe in partnering with you every step of the way, not only to identify your goals, but to actively support you as you achieve them.

Our first session

Our first session will be about getting to know each other. We will explore what brought you to therapy and what you hope to achieve. Our main goal is to make you feel safe and validated.

I identify as...

Female
Asian

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Dialectical (DBT)

Mindfulness-Based

Trauma Focused

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Cognitive Processing (CPT)

Compassion Focused

Humanistic

Motivational Interviewing

Narrative

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

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Focus populations

First Gen American/Immigrant Parents

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
Allegiance
Allied
Arlo (Cigna)
Ascension-SmartHealth

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Languages spoken

English

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Purvi Shahpatel-Nguyen