Chanel Bastou

My communication style

My priority is to help you be comfortable talking to me. I maintain a non-judgmental perspective while gently confronting the problem. I like to ask open-ended questions to give you the opportunity to think in a way you mightn't have in the past. I can be direct when necessary or when given permission.

My journey to mental healthcare

As a first-generation child whose family still lives so far away, I caught myself observing the varying family dynamics that existed around me. I began noticing what was heartwarming, and on the other hand, harmful or misguided. So much of our own pain prevents us from giving or receiving love the way we're meant to.

My goals for you

You decide the goal, and we work together to create realistic steps. I like to review our goals each session to make sure they're being worked on or to make sure they're still a point of interest.

Our first session

The first session is to establish a therapeutic relationship and to determine if we are the right fit for each other. I will be asking questions about your intentions in seeking therapy and some background information regarding family dynamics and any possible life transitions. There, we can establish 1-3 goals and move from there.

I identify as...

• Female
• Caucasian or White