Therapist / Ali Takata, LMSW
I earned my Masters in Social Work from the University of Michigan 1995. I started my career working with survivors of partner/family violence and then worked in community mental health and psychiatry. After a decade of working, I transitioned away from social work to pursue additional education and other interests. In 2016 I immersed myself in local and national public school advocacy for several years before returning to clinical work and private practice.
I see therapy as a shared process where you and I try to gain a deeper understanding of you and your life struggles. I believe our early relationships and experiences are the foundation on which we create our lives. These experiences continue to impact us throughout different life stages and sometimes it’s necessary to explore this foundation in order to address the root causes of our present stuckness/suffering. The evolving relationship between you and me will be an essential aspect of our process as it will be a source of learning and understanding.
I work with people from all cultures and I have a particular interest in working with folks who live at the intersection of multiple racial and cultural identities. I believe our internal world connects deeply to our culture and society and our wellness is intertwined with systems, small and large.
Qualifications:
License State: Texas
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Types of insurance accepted: Can provide superbill