Barry Tan

My communication style

I am generally frank and open with my clients. My emphasis is on hearing what you have to say and will ask you further questions here and there, but hearing you out first helps me understand you better and help you better.

My journey to mental healthcare

Wanting to understand people drew me to therapy. Learning how people navigate life and walking with them through their journey made me realize this is the career I want.

My goals for you

Any goals we set are not permanent. Just as life evolves, our goals evolve with time. Successful care is a continued conversation that either of us can initiate. If either of us feels sufficient progress, we can talk about ending therapy.

Our first session

My first sessions are informational. I hear you out on what issues prompted you to reach out and gather some background. I might suggest tips on self-care so we can use that as a foundation to talk deeper about what we want to work on.

I identify as...

• Male
• Asian