As the Show Beef states, “Western therapy doesn’t work on Eastern minds.” Many of my clients from the BIPOC community resonate with this sentiment—finding that conventional talk therapy can feel mismatched with cultural values rooted in family, silence, and endurance.

The truth is that many of the most effective therapeutic approaches—especially somatic and EMDR therapy—are influenced by Eastern wisdom. Mindfulness, body awareness, breathwork, and present-moment focus are core elements of Buddhism, Taoism, and other Eastern traditions that have been integrated into Western psychology.

At Moment Psychotherapy, I honor this full-circle connection by weaving together evidence-based methods with a deep respect for the cultural origins behind them. My integrative approach helps BIPOC clients reconnect with their bodies, process trauma gently, and reclaim healing practices that may already exist within their ancestral lineage.

I support clients navigating family-of-origin dynamics, intergenerational trauma, feelings of guilt or anger, high expectations, and the intersections of identity in areas such as dating, interracial relationships, and systemic oppression—while also honoring your cultural heritage. Healing doesn't have to mean distancing from your family or letting go of your roots; together, we can find ways to feel well and whole while remaining connected to where you come from.