About

Gloria Anzaldua popularized the Nahuatl term nepantla to describe the liminal space between cultures — the experience of being from neither here nor there.  I'm a son of Chinese immigrants from Mexico, born and raised in rural Mississippi. Growing up, I found myself grappling with questions of identity, belonging, and permission to claim a place, cultures, and language that did not seem mine. As a nepantlera, living meant constantly cultivating my own concepts of Chinese-American, Mississippian, and 'being a man'. 

My path to becoming a therapist was shaped by nepantla, family responsibilities, and the desire to build a life that feels aligned with my authentic values. These experiences help me understand the complex emotional and practical challenges many first-generation adults and men face — whether that’s striving for success, handling family expectations, understanding our emotions, or managing stress, anxiety, and self-doubt. 

I approach therapy with cultural humility—recognizing that your lived experience is the expert in the room. Rather than making assumptions, I remain curious, reflective, and open to learning how culture, gender, family, and history shape your story. Therapy is a collaborative space where you are invited to share who you are, where you come from, and who you are becoming. Together, we make meaning of your experiences and create room for growth that feels rooted in your complex reality.