YOUR JOURNEY, UNDERSTOOD.

Culturally Responsive Therapy for Individuals and Couples

You’ve always done what’s expected — striving, achieving, taking care of everyone else first— from the outside, it probably looks like you have it all together.

But on the inside, it’s another story.

And lately, that constant drive feels less fulfilling. Each achievement is quickly followed by the need for the next.

And beneath this endless pursuit of outward success, you quietly wonder: Is this really it?

Maybe you’re feeling the weight of it all. The burnout and anxiety that tags along with high expectations.

The feelings of being emotionally distant from yourself and those you care about.

Sleep and joy are fleeting, but the pressure to perform is constant.

Many Asian Americans know this cycle all too well:

  • The pressure to constantly achieve isn't just personal ambition, it’s rooted in a deep desire to honor your family or your immigrant parents' sacrifice.

  • The constant balancing act between caring deeply about traditional values or what others might think, versus what you truly want for yourself.

  • The balancing challenge of communicating and maintaining relationship with parents who may not fully understand your choices.

  • All of this can lead to a constant cycle of questioning of your choices, and a feeling of self-doubt that undermines your confidence.

IF THIS RESONATES, YOU’RE NOT ALONE.

There’s a way to honor your culture while creating a life that feels fulfilling on your own terms.

What if you could redefine success– not by external achievements, but by crafting a life that resonates deeply with your core values?

It's absolutely possible to move beyond the relentless cycle of striving to cultivate a life where your accomplishments are an authentic outgrowth of your well-being, not a substitute for it.

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Therapy Specialties

 

Therapy for Asian Americans

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Couples Therapy

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Therapy for Parents

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COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY TRAINED, CULTURALLY ORIENTED

Pei-Han Cheng, Ph.D. 

Hi, I'm Pei-Han. Your journey, rich with cultural nuances and experiences, holds incredible strength. I specialize in helping high-achieving individuals, including those navigating the unique and often complex terrain of their Asian American identity, to embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and reconnect with their most authentic selves.

Through our work, you can develop practical tools and sustainable strategies to effectively manage anxiety, cultivate deep self-compassion, and build healthier, more fulfilling relationships. 

There is a different path to success, one that fosters lasting confidence and meaningful connection, rather than constant anxiety and perfectionism.  I’m here to walk that path with you as you explore what it means to live a life that feels more like yours. One that isn’t ruled by pressure or perfectionism, but guided by self-compassion, cultural wisdom, and inner trust.