Asha De Costa, LMHC

With over 10 years of experience as a Wellness Director and Career Counselor at Columbia University, I bring a deep understanding of how identity, stress, and well-being intersect in both personal and professional life. As a therapist of mixed Sri Lankan and Japanese heritage, I offer a culturally grounded and compassionate space for Asian American and multicultural adults navigating trauma, anxiety, identity concerns, and life transitions.

I work with individuals who feel overwhelmed, emotionally stretched, or under sustained stress. I am also experienced in treating trauma using clinically grounded methods, helping you move through past emotional pain and complex life challenges. Therapy with me is practical and supportive, helping clients manage daily stress, set healthier boundaries, and regain a sense of steadiness and control.

As a Columbia University–trained clinician, my approach blends warmth with structure. Sessions are collaborative and goal-focused, drawing from evidence-based practices such as CBT and DBT to help you gain insight into emotional patterns and apply effective coping skills in everyday life.

In addition to therapy, I offer coaching as a complementary option for focused support during career or life transitions. This work emphasizes practical tools that can be applied across both personal and professional contexts.

日本語でのカウンセリングも受け付けております。

I look forward to hearing from you.