About Me
Hello, I'm Gita (they/them). I identify as queer, nonbinary, and biracial (South Asian/white). These are just a few of my identities, but are often the ones that feel helpful for my clients to know.
I was born and raised in Alaska, spending much of my childhood in a rural, small town setting. My upbringing in a dry cabin fostered a deep connection to nature, an ingrained curiosity, and a strong belief that it is more than just a dream to be in deep, vibrant relationships, friendships, and community.
I eventually moved to Portland, Oregon, where I immersed myself in city life, working in sexual and reproductive health education and advocacy, engaging in the local zine and comic book scene, and completing degrees in Sociology & Psychology and Marriage, Couples, & Family Therapy. I’ve since returned to Alaska, where I am focusing on health, creativity, and grounding myself in the activities that bring me joy, such as knitting creepy dolls, perusing riverbanks hoping to find agates, and spending time with human and nonhuman friends.
Drawing from my personal experiences and professional background as a therapist, my goal is to help you come back to yourself, to gently let go of the parts of yourself that aren’t serving you, and to grow in your self compassion, self advocacy, and authenticity. I am strongly convinced that you already know who you are and know what you need - my role is to guide you towards acceptance and reconnection with yourself, and to help you find the words to lovingly communicate all of who you are to those that love, care, and show up for you.
