Trauma-informed therapy rooted in principles of anti-oppression, anti-racism, harm reduction and collective liberation.
Facilitating belonging and connectedness is at the heart of my work. How we relate to ourselves and others shapes our perspectives on the world and impacts the quality of our overall well-being. It is painful to feel disconnected, cut off, or otherwise disassociated from parts of ourselves or our communities. When we cannot live into our fullness, we suffer.
In therapy, I hold space for your intersecting identities, diverse life experiences, and nuanced perspectives while helping you attune to the impact each of these has on your life. As you gain a better understanding of your experiences, I support you in actualizing joy and centering both individual and collective healing.
As a Bangladeshi, Muslim, queer, non-binary therapist, I have personally experienced the challenges of finding a mental health provider who is equipped to address the complex, nuanced, and specific experiences and identities I carry. This moved me to intentionally center BI&POC individuals in my work while also creating space for people from other minoritized backgrounds.
Israt Audry, MSW, LICSW
they/them
People of Color
LGBTQIA+ adults
Individuals from multicultural and/or immigrant backgrounds (including undocumented experiences)
Those dealing with complex trauma (childhood and beyond)
Relationship issues, self-esteem, and life transitions
Activists and movement workers experiencing distress
People with medical experiences, chronic or terminal illness
Grief, loss, and bereavement
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my approach
Therapy offers a brave and empowering space for you to critically examine, process, understand, and address your experiences, emotions, beliefs, values, and goals. I will encourage you to bring vulnerability and compassion to your journey, while I aim to practice accountability alongside you. My work is trauma-informed and rooted in principles of anti-oppression, anti-racism, harm reduction, and collective liberation. I value understanding the impacts of race, class, gender, sexuality, and other factors on our individual and collective experiences.
As a community-centered provider, I emphasize healing practices beyond traditional Western forms of talk therapy. While I incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and other conventional modalities into my practice, I am inspired by the rich history of storytelling and art used as tools of resistance and healing by my Bangladeshi/South Asian ancestors.
services
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Discover if I'm the right fit for your therapeutic needs with a free 20-minute consultation call. This brief session provides an opportunity to discuss your goals, ask questions, and get a sense of my approach to therapy. Let's connect and see how we can work together to support your journey.
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A space for you to be curious and brave as you explore your personal goals for healing and growth.
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A space where you and your loved ones can explore your relationship dynamics and goals, nurturing strong and healthy connections regardless of the relationship label.