Nithya Karpagavinayagam, LCPC

Sex/Gender: Female, Cisgender
Pronouns: She / Her
Ethnicity: Indian
Bio

Life contains many unexpected twists to overcome and it can be easy to feel lost and overwhelmed. I believe therapy is a space for rest and reflection without judgement. During our time together, I strive to create a compassionate, safe environment that helps you grow, heal, and find your path forward.

 

As a bilingual, bicultural therapist for adults and people in relationships, I specialize in trauma, gender/sexuality concerns, and complex family dynamics. I exist in the intersection of multiple identities and abilities. I grew up in a different country and culture, and have navigated what it means for me to honor my roots while branching out into a western mindset. Throughout my life, who I am has shifted and grown with context and experience. I bring this into my sessions with intentionality and initiative as we broach topics of identity, culture and context, creating a supportive and safe place to witness and heal our deep, intergenerational wounds.

 

I am a licensed therapist with training in EMDR and Brainspotting for processing trauma, Gottman Method for Couples, and yoga for mindfulness as well as background in neuroscience. I am fluent in English and Tamil.

 

Clinical focuses:

  • Trauma (relational, intergenerational, sexual, etc.)
  • Marginalized experiences and identity exploration (racial, gender, sexuality, cultural, cross-cultural experiences, etc.)
  • Relationship therapy for individuals and partners (conflicts, life transitions, intimacy issues, consensual non-monogamy, disconnection, communication, etc.)

I incorporate the following eclectic approaches:

  • Trauma-informed and multiculturally aware
  • Holistic wellness (Somatic)
  • Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Gottman and emotion-focused therapy for people in relationships
  • ACT, DBT, CBT, IFS
License State: Illinois
Practice Information
Types of Insurance Accepted: Private Pay, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Out of Network, Cigna, United Health
Location
Albany Park, Chicago, Illinois, United States
Languages
English
Modalities
Individuals, Couples
Therapy Offered
In Person Therapy, Telehealth/Teletherapy
Types of Therapy
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Somatic Experiencing, LGBTQ+ Affirming, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Trauma-Focused, Gottman Method, Attachment-based/Relational Therapy, Psychodynamic, Feminist, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Expressive Arts
Issues
Anxiety, LGBTQ+ Related Issues, Relationship Issues, Life Transitions, Personal Growth, Burnout, Women's Issues, Emotion Regulation, Transgender, Sexual Abuse, Self Esteem, Relational Concerns, Grief, Career Counseling
Last modified: February 3, 2025

If you are in a life threatening situation - don’t use this site. Call +1 (800) 273-8255 to get immediate help. Clinicians are listed in the Directory based on references, self-reported training and experience . Inclusion does not constitute any form of endorsement of the clinician’s professional skills. AMHC does not receive commission from any practitioners listed in our Directory.

Asian Mental Health Collective