Josh Xu

My communication style

For the most part, I'll have a conversation with you like I would with any human being. I try to keep the therapy speak to a minimum, though I may use clinical language if you ask me to explain clinical topics. Therapy often requires hard conversations about hard topics, so I strive to be compassionate and straightforward in my communication.

My journey to mental healthcare

I see myself as a person existing in a community with those around me, and I believe I have a responsibility to make my community better, as it has made me better. It brings me tremendous joy to see those around me become fully realized versions of themselves, and therapy is my way of contributing to that in my professional life.

My goals for you

My role is to provide a safe space for you, in which you may do as you please. For most people, that means exploring, reflecting, investigating, and poking and prodding at the life you've lived, with the aim of building the life you want. Along the way, we'll work on specific skills, strategies, and ways of existing in the world.

Our first session

For our first session, we'll be doing more information gathering than "deep" therapy. I'll be asking you questions about your history and current circumstances to get the proper context for who you are and what you're looking for. You'll have a chance to ask me any questions about the therapeutic process.

I identify as...

• Cis, Male
• Asian