Tarnjit Kaur,LMSW ( Located in Massachusetts and Pennsylvania)
Hello, I'm Tarnjit—feel free to call me TJ! I’m a Licensed Social Worker with a Master's Degree from Temple University. Over the years, I've gained a broad range of experience in the social work field, working with diverse populations in areas such as child welfare, social and emotional learning, and nonprofit organizations. My varied background allows me to approach each client’s needs with a holistic and adaptable perspective.
As a South Asian and first-generation immigrant therapist, I deeply understand the complexities of navigating multiple cultural identities and the unique challenges that come with being part of two worlds. My goal is to provide a compassionate, culturally-sensitive space for individuals who may be experiencing feelings of isolation, cultural conflict, or difficulty balancing familial expectations with personal desires.
I believe in the power of storytelling, connection, and self-compassion to promote healing. I use a blend of evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness practices, and culturally tailored strategies that resonate with your values and experiences. In our sessions, I’ll work collaboratively with you to help you manage challenges, build resilience, and navigate life transitions, all while honoring your unique cultural background.
In our work together, you can expect a safe, non-judgmental space where you can express yourself freely. I’ll listen actively, offer insights, and provide practical tools to help you cope with stressors, shift unhelpful patterns, and make positive changes. If you’re ready to take the next step toward positive change, let’s connect. I look forward to supporting you!
My ideal client is someone who is navigating a significant life transition or dealing with persistent emotional challenges that are affecting their mental health and overall well-being. They may be facing difficulties such as stress, anxiety, identity and cultural conflict, relationship struggles, self-esteem and confidence issues, and life transitions. Their needs are they need support in navigating change, a SAFE, non-judgmental space, practical tools and coping strategies and empathy and cultural understanding. Ultimately, their goals can be emotional resilience and balance, clarity, self-understanding, improved relationships, empowerment and confidence. They want to feel more in control of their emotions, build healthier relationships, and achieve a sense of inner peace. They are looking for guidance on how to embrace their cultural identity without sacrificing their own desires and needs. They want to feel empowered to make decisions that reflect their true self, rather than feeling pressured by external influences or past experiences. In essence, they seek to find a sense of balance and alignment in their lives, and they want to feel confident in their ability to navigate life’s challenges with clarity and purpose.
As a therapist, I offer a compassionate, culturally sensitive, and client-centered approach to help individuals navigate life's challenges and build a stronger, more balanced sense of self. I specialize in supporting individuals who are facing anxiety, identity struggles, relationship challenges, and those going through significant life transitions. My background as a first-generation immigrant gives me a unique understanding of the complexities of cultural identity and the pressures that come with balancing multiple worlds.
Expertise
Stress and Anxiety
Coping with addictions
LGBTQ related issues
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Intimacy related issues
Motivation, self-esteem, and confidence
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Family Conflicts
Parenting issues
Racial/Cultural Identity Issues
Additional Focus Areas/Expertise
Foster Care, Adoption and Kinship Caregiving
Interfaith and Interracial families
Migrants/Immigrants/Refugees
Populations
Teenagers (13-17)
Families
Couples
Children (under 13)
Clinical Approaches
Client-Centered Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Mindfulness Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy
I speak three languages: English, Punjabi, and Hindi.
Hello, I'm Tarnjit—feel free to call me TJ! I’m a Licensed Social Worker with a Master's Degree from Temple University. Over the years, I've gained a broad range of experience in the social work field, working with diverse populations in areas such as child welfare, social and emotional learning, and nonprofit organizations. My varied background allows me to approach each client’s needs with a holistic and adaptable perspective.
As a South Asian and first-generation immigrant therapist, I deeply understand the complexities of navigating multiple cultural identities and the unique challenges that come with being part of two worlds. My goal is to provide a compassionate, culturally-sensitive space for individuals who may be experiencing feelings of isolation, cultural conflict, or difficulty balancing familial expectations with personal desires.
I believe in the power of storytelling, connection, and self-compassion to promote healing. I use a blend of evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness practices, and culturally tailored strategies that resonate with your values and experiences. In our sessions, I’ll work collaboratively with you to help you manage challenges, build resilience, and navigate life transitions, all while honoring your unique cultural background.
In our work together, you can expect a safe, non-judgmental space where you can express yourself freely. I’ll listen actively, offer insights, and provide practical tools to help you cope with stressors, shift unhelpful patterns, and make positive changes. If you’re ready to take the next step toward positive change, let’s connect. I look forward to supporting you!
My ideal client is someone who is navigating a significant life transition or dealing with persistent emotional challenges that are affecting their mental health and overall well-being. They may be facing difficulties such as stress, anxiety, identity and cultural conflict, relationship struggles, self-esteem and confidence issues, and life transitions. Their needs are they need support in navigating change, a SAFE, non-judgmental space, practical tools and coping strategies and empathy and cultural understanding. Ultimately, their goals can be emotional resilience and balance, clarity, self-understanding, improved relationships, empowerment and confidence. They want to feel more in control of their emotions, build healthier relationships, and achieve a sense of inner peace. They are looking for guidance on how to embrace their cultural identity without sacrificing their own desires and needs. They want to feel empowered to make decisions that reflect their true self, rather than feeling pressured by external influences or past experiences. In essence, they seek to find a sense of balance and alignment in their lives, and they want to feel confident in their ability to navigate life’s challenges with clarity and purpose.
As a therapist, I offer a compassionate, culturally sensitive, and client-centered approach to help individuals navigate life's challenges and build a stronger, more balanced sense of self. I specialize in supporting individuals who are facing anxiety, identity struggles, relationship challenges, and those going through significant life transitions. My background as a first-generation immigrant gives me a unique understanding of the complexities of cultural identity and the pressures that come with balancing multiple worlds.
Expertise
Stress and Anxiety
Coping with addictions
LGBTQ related issues
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Intimacy related issues
Motivation, self-esteem, and confidence
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Family Conflicts
Parenting issues
Racial/Cultural Identity Issues
Additional Focus Areas/Expertise
Foster Care, Adoption and Kinship Caregiving
Interfaith and Interracial families
Migrants/Immigrants/Refugees
Populations
Teenagers (13-17)
Families
Couples
Children (under 13)
Clinical Approaches
Client-Centered Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Mindfulness Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy
I speak three languages: English, Punjabi, and Hindi.
Hello, I'm Tarnjit—feel free to call me TJ! I’m a Licensed Social Worker with a Master's Degree from Temple University. Over the years, I've gained a broad range of experience in the social work field, working with diverse populations in areas such as child welfare, social and emotional learning, and nonprofit organizations. My varied background allows me to approach each client’s needs with a holistic and adaptable perspective.
As a South Asian and first-generation immigrant therapist, I deeply understand the complexities of navigating multiple cultural identities and the unique challenges that come with being part of two worlds. My goal is to provide a compassionate, culturally-sensitive space for individuals who may be experiencing feelings of isolation, cultural conflict, or difficulty balancing familial expectations with personal desires.
I believe in the power of storytelling, connection, and self-compassion to promote healing. I use a blend of evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness practices, and culturally tailored strategies that resonate with your values and experiences. In our sessions, I’ll work collaboratively with you to help you manage challenges, build resilience, and navigate life transitions, all while honoring your unique cultural background.
In our work together, you can expect a safe, non-judgmental space where you can express yourself freely. I’ll listen actively, offer insights, and provide practical tools to help you cope with stressors, shift unhelpful patterns, and make positive changes. If you’re ready to take the next step toward positive change, let’s connect. I look forward to supporting you!
My ideal client is someone who is navigating a significant life transition or dealing with persistent emotional challenges that are affecting their mental health and overall well-being. They may be facing difficulties such as stress, anxiety, identity and cultural conflict, relationship struggles, self-esteem and confidence issues, and life transitions. Their needs are they need support in navigating change, a SAFE, non-judgmental space, practical tools and coping strategies and empathy and cultural understanding. Ultimately, their goals can be emotional resilience and balance, clarity, self-understanding, improved relationships, empowerment and confidence. They want to feel more in control of their emotions, build healthier relationships, and achieve a sense of inner peace. They are looking for guidance on how to embrace their cultural identity without sacrificing their own desires and needs. They want to feel empowered to make decisions that reflect their true self, rather than feeling pressured by external influences or past experiences. In essence, they seek to find a sense of balance and alignment in their lives, and they want to feel confident in their ability to navigate life’s challenges with clarity and purpose.
As a therapist, I offer a compassionate, culturally sensitive, and client-centered approach to help individuals navigate life's challenges and build a stronger, more balanced sense of self. I specialize in supporting individuals who are facing anxiety, identity struggles, relationship challenges, and those going through significant life transitions. My background as a first-generation immigrant gives me a unique understanding of the complexities of cultural identity and the pressures that come with balancing multiple worlds.
Expertise
Stress and Anxiety
Coping with addictions
LGBTQ related issues
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Intimacy related issues
Motivation, self-esteem, and confidence
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Family Conflicts
Parenting issues
Racial/Cultural Identity Issues
Additional Focus Areas/Expertise
Foster Care, Adoption and Kinship Caregiving
Interfaith and Interracial families
Migrants/Immigrants/Refugees
Populations
Teenagers (13-17)
Families
Couples
Children (under 13)
Clinical Approaches
Client-Centered Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Mindfulness Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy
I speak three languages: English, Punjabi, and Hindi.