Derek Bakay

My communication style

I am warm, interactive, and thorough. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion without stigmatizing labels. My communication style is calm, accommodating, and personable. I want my clients to feel comfortable talking with me about anything, and I listen without judgment.

My journey to mental healthcare

I decided to become a therapist because I enjoy listening to and helping people. Whether it was working as a job coach, mentoring students, or supporting a friend in need, I have always naturally been drawn to helping people through difficult times. I enjoy seeing individuals become successful and fulfilled on their journey of life.

My goals for you

My approach to goal setting is collaborative and individualized. I typically develop short, medium, and long-term goals with clients that have clear standards of measurement. Goal achievement is to be celebrated and remembered to fuel future growth and development in the therapeutic process.

Our first session

What you can expect from our first session together is for us to spend the majority of our time talking about how you have been feeling recently and having a conversation to understand the reasons behind these feelings better. The first session is about building an initial connection and helping me get a sense of where we should go from there.

I identify as...

• Male
• Caucasian or White
• Non-denominational