Education
New York University, MA-Applied Psychology CMHW
Clinical Interests
Ashish completed his Master’s in Counseling in Mental Health and Wellness (CMHW), an Applied Psychology program at New York University, in 2017. Following graduation, he worked as a mental health counselor for six years in Mumbai, India. His psychotherapeutic practice is grounded in cross-cultural understanding, trauma-informed care, and a commitment to supporting individuals from marginalized and discriminated-against communities. He is particularly dedicated to working with gay and lesbian individuals navigating repressive contexts. A significant part of his work has also focused on depression, grief, loss, bereavement, and childhood issues. As a person of color with an international background, Ashish brings heightened sensitivity to the struggles faced by students of color and those from diverse cultural contexts, with a focus on adjustment challenges. Carl Rogers’ human-centered approach forms the foundation of his psychotherapeutic work, while he draws on various modalities according to the needs of each individual in therapy.