Karmelle Ramillano

My communication style

Therapy can be scary, so I strive to make the therapeutic space warm and safe by listening without judgment and having a calm presence. I truly believe in meeting my clients where they are at. I try to create an environment where my clients feel like they have control over what they share and how much they share.

My journey to mental healthcare

As a first-generation Filipino-American and the oldest child of immigrant parents, I am passionate about destigmatizing mental health. I believe people are inherently resilient but sometimes need space to tap into this resiliency. Providing this space drives my work, and I am grateful to witness my clients' healing journeys.

My goals for you

I strive to make goal setting as collaborative as possible. I typically ask my clients what they want to get out of therapy and work with them to formulate this answer into an achievable goal.

Our first session

In our first session, you can expect a space that aims to get to know you and why you are seeking therapy. I typically ask questions about different areas of your life, such as social, emotional well-being, and family. I ask these questions to start a conversation and build rapport, not with the expectation that you must answer all of them.

I identify as...

• Female
• Asian, South East Asian
• Agnostic, Spiritual